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How to use this owners manual

Using your Owners manual

B efore you operate your vehicle, carefully read this m anual. To protectyourself and extend the service life of your vehicle, follow the instructions

in this m anual. Failure to observe these instructions m ay result in serious

injury and dam age to your vehicle.

This m anual is com posed of thirteen chapters. Each chapter begins w ith

a brief table of contents, so you can usually tell at a glance if that chap-

ter contains the inform ation you w ant.

Chapter 1: Doors and LocksThis chapter inform s you how to operate the keys, locks and w indow s.

Chapter 2: Seat, seat belt and SRS airbag

This chapter inform s you how to use the seat and seat belt and contains

precautions for the SR S airbag.

Chapter 3: Instruments and controls

This chapter inform s you about the operation of instrum ent panel indica-

tors and how to use the instrum ents and other sw itches.

Chapter 4: Climate Control

This chapter inform s you how to operate the clim ate control.

Chapter 5: Audio

This chapter inform s you how to operate your audio system .

Chapter 6: Interior equipment

This chapter inform s you how to operate interior equipm ent.

Chapter 7: Starting and operating

This chap ter inform s you how to start and op erate your SU B A R U .Chapter 8: In case of emergency

This chapter inform s you w hat to do if you have a problem w hile driving,

such as a flat tire or engine overheating.

Chapter 9: Appearance care

This chapter inform s you how to keep your SU B A R U looking good.

Chapter 10: Maintenance and service

This chap ter inform s you how to keep your SU B A R U running prop erly.


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Chapter 11: Specifications

This chapter inform s you about dim ension and capacities of your

S U B A R U .

Chapter 12: Consumer information and Reporting safety defectsThis chapter inform s you about U niform tire quality grading standards

and R eporting safety defects.

Chapter 13: Index

This is an alphabetical listing of all thats in this m anual. You can use it to

quickly find som ething you w ant to read.

Safety warnings

You w ill find a num ber of W A R N IN G s, C A U TIO N s and N O TEs in this

m anual.

These safety w arnings alert you to potential hazards that could result in

injury to you or others.

Please read these safety w arnings as w ell as all other portions of this

m anual carefully in order to gain a better understanding of how to use

your SU B A R U vehicle safely.

WARNINGA WARNING indicates a situation in which serious injury or death

could result if the warning is ignored.

CAUTIONA CAUTION indicates a situation in which injury or damage toyour vehicle, or both, could result if the caution is ignored.

NOTEA NOTE gives information or suggestions how to make better use of

your vehicle.


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Safety symbol

HS0008

You w ill find a circle w ith a slash through it in this m anual. This sym bol

m eans D o not, D o not do this, or D o not let this happen, depending

upon the context.

Safety precautions when driving

SEAT BELT AND SRS AIRBAG

WARNING All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seat belts BE-

FORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of se-

rious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or ac-

cident.

To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident, thedriver and all passengers in the vehicle should always wear seat

belts when the vehicle is moving. The SRS (Supplemental

Restraint System) airbag does not do away with the need to fas-

ten seat belts. In combination with the seat belts, it offers the

best combined protection in case of a serious accident.

Not wearing a seat belt increases the chance of severe injury or

death in a crash even when the car has the SRS airbag.

The SRS airbags deploy with considerable speed and force.Occupants who are out of proper position when the SRS airbag


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deploys could suffer very serious injuries. Because the SRS air-

bag needs enough space for deployment, the driver should al-

ways sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steering

wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control andthe front passenger should move the seat as far back as possible

and sit upright and well back in the seat.

C arefully read the sections Seat belts and SR S airbagin chapter 2 of

this ow ners m anual for instructions and precautions concerning the seat

belt system and SR S airbag system .

CHILD SAFETY

WARNING Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms while the ve-

hicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from in-

jury in a collision, because the child will be caught between the

passenger and objects inside the vehicle.

While riding in the vehicle, infants and small children should

always be placed in the REAR seat in an infant or child restraint

system which is appropriate for the childs age, height and

weight. If a child is too big for a child restraint system, the child

should sit in the REAR seat and be restrained using the seat

belts. According to accident statistics, children are safer when

properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front

seating positions. Never allow a child to stand up or kneel on the

seat. Put children aged 12 and under in the REAR seat properly re-

strained at all times in a child restraint device or in a seat belt.

The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force and

can injure or even kill children, especially if they are 12 years of

age and under and are not restrained or improperly restrained.

Because children are lighter and weaker than adults, their risk be-

ing injured from deployment is greater.

NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THEFRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO


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THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILDS HEAD TOO CLOSE TO

THE SRS AIRBAG.

Always use the child safety locks whenever a child rides in the

rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentallyopened the door and fell out. Refer to the Door locks section in

chapter 1.

Always lock the passengers windows using the lock switch

when children are riding in the vehicle. Failure to follow this pro-

cedure could result in injury to a child operating the power win-

dow. Refer to the Power windows section in chapter 1.

Never leave unattended children in the vehicle. They could ac-

cidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent opera-tion of the vehicle. Also, on hot or sunny days, temperature in a

closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause se-

vere or possibly fatal injuries to them.

C arefully read the sections C hild restraint system s, SR S airbagand

Seat beltsin chapter 2 of this ow ners m anual for instructions and pre-

cautions concerning the child restraint system , seat belt system and SR S

airbag system .

ENGINE EXHAUST GAS (CARBON MONOXIDE)

WARNING Never inhale engine exhaust gas. Engine exhaust gas contains

carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is danger-

ous, or even lethal, if inhaled.

Always properly maintain the engine exhaust system to pre-

vent engine exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.

Never run the engine in a closed space, such as a garage, ex-

cept for the brief time needed to drive the vehicle in or out of it.

Avoid remaining in a parked vehicle for a lengthy time while

the engine is running. If that is unavoidable, then use the ventila-

tion fan to force fresh air into the vehicle.

Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free from snow,leaves or other obstructions to ensure that the ventilation system

always works properly.


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If at any time you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering the

vehicle, have the problem checked and corrected as soon as pos-

sible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with all

windows fully open. Keep the trunk lid or rear gate closed while driving to prevent

exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.

DRINKING AND DRIVING

WARNING

Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Alcohol in thebloodstream delays your reaction and impairs your perception,

judgment and attentiveness. If you drive after drinking even if

you drink just a little it will increase the risk of being involved in

a serious or fatal accident, injuring or killing yourself, your pas-

sengers and others. In addition, if you are injured in the accident,

alcohol may increase the severity of that injury.

Please dont drink and drive.

D runken driving is one of the m ost frequent causes of accidents. Since

alcohol affects all people differently, you m ay have consum ed too m uch

alcohol to drive safely even if the level of alcohol in your blood is b elow

the legal lim it. The safest thing you can do is never drink and drive. H ow -

ever if you have no choice but to drive, stop drinking and sober up com -

pletely b efore getting behind the w heel.

DRUGS AND DRIVING

WARNINGThere are some drugs (over the counter and prescription) that

can delay your reaction time and impair your perception, judg-

ment and attentiveness. If you drive after taking them, it may in-

crease your, your passengers and other persons risk of being

involved in a serious or fatal accident.


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If you are taking any drugs, check w ith your doctor or pharm acist or read

the literature that accom panies the m edication to determ ine if the drug

you are taking can im pair your driving ability. D o not drive after taking

any m edications that can m ake you drow sy or otherw ise affect your abil-ity to safely operate a m otor vehicle. If you have a m edical condition that

requires you to take drugs, please consult w ith your doctor.

N ever drive if you are under the influence of any illicit m ind-altering

drugs. For your ow n health and w ell-being, w e urge you not to take ille-

gal drugs in the first place and to seek treatm ent if you are addicted to

those drug s.

DRIVING WHEN TIRED OR SLEEPY

WARNINGWhen you are tired or sleepy, your reaction will be delayed and

your perception, judgment and attentiveness will be impaired. If

you drive when tired or sleepy, your, your passengers and other

persons chances of being involved in a serious accident may in-

crease.

Please do not continue to drive but instead find a safe place to rest if you

are tired or sleepy. O n long trips, you should m ake periodic rest stops to

refresh yourself before continuing on your journey. W hen possible, you

should share the driving w ith others.

CAR PHONES AND DRIVING

CAUTIONA drivers use of a car phone can be distracting and if special

care is not taken, can lead to an accident. If you use a car phone

while driving, make an extra effort to pay attention to the road

and to traffic at all times. If you can safely do so, it is best to pull

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MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE

CAUTION

Your vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect itsperformance, safety or durability, and may even violate govern-

mental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems

resulting from modification may not be covered under warranties.

DRIVING WITH PETS

U nrestrained pets can interfere w ith your driving and distract your atten-

tion from driving. In a collision or sudden stop, unrestrained pets or

cages can be throw n around inside the vehicle and hurt you or your pas-

sengers. B esides, the pets can be hurt under these situations. It is also

for their ow n safety that pets should be properly restrained in your

vehicle. R estrain a pet w ith a special traveling harness w hich can be se-

cured to the rear seat w ith a seat belt or use a pet carrier w hich can be

secured to the rear seat by routing a seat belt through the carriers han-

dle. N ever restrain pets or pet carriers in the front passengers seat. For

further inform ation, consult your veterinarian, local anim al protection so-ciety or pet shop.


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Doors and locks

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbag

Instruments and controls

Climate control

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4Audio

Interior equipment

Starting and operating

In case of emergency

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Appearance care

Maintenance and service

Specifications

Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 12

Index 13

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A B S (A nti-Lock B rake System ) (if equipped) 7-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A B S w arning light (for vehicles w ith A B S) 3-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A ccessory pow er socket 6-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A djusting the shoulder belt anchor height 2-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A ir cleaner elem ent 10-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A ir conditioner operation 4-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A ir filtration system (if equipped) 4-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A lum inum w heels (if equipped) 10-44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

AM /FM stereo radio w ith cassette player (if equipped) 5-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A ntenna 5-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A shtray 6-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

AT O IL TEM Perature w arning light (for AT vehicles) 3-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A utom atic Locking R etractor (A LR ) function

(except drivers and 2-point type seatbelt) 2-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A utom atic transm ission 7-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A utom atic transm ission fluid 10-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B

B attery 10-29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B rake booster 10-29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B rake fluid 10-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B rake pedal 10-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B rake system 7-33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B rake system w arning light 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B raking 7-32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B raking tips 7-32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B ulb chart 11-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C

C apacities 11-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C argo anchorage eyelets (if equipped) 6-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C assette player operation 5-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C atalytic converter 7-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C enter console 6-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C harge w arning light 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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C H EC K EN G IN E w arning light/M alfunction indicator lam p 3-7. . . . . . . . . . .

C hild restraint system s 2-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C hild safety locks 1-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C igarette lighter (if equipped) 6-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C leaning alum inum w heels 9-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C leaning the interior 9-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C lock 3-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C lock function 5-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C lutch fluid (2.5 liter M T m odels) 10-28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C lutch pedal (M anual transm ission vehicles) 10-36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C oat hook 6-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C oin tray 6-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C ooling system 10-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C orrosion protection 7-46,9-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C ruise control (if equipped) 7-28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C up holder 6-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D

D ashboard storage com partm ent 6-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D im ensions 11-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D isc brake pad w ear w arning indicators 7-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D om e/R ear m ap reading light (if equipped) 6-13,10-58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D oor locks 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D oor open w arning lights 3-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D rive belts 10-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D riving in foreign countries 7-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D riving tips for AW D vehicles 7-37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

E

Electrical system 11-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Em ergency Locking R etractor (ELR ) function

(except 2-point type seatbelt) 2-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine 11-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine com partm ent overview 10-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine coolant 10-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine exhaust gas (C arbon m onoxide) 7-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Engine hood 1-30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine oil 10-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine overheating 8-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Exterior care 9-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

F

Fastening the seatbelt 2-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Flat tires 8-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FM reception 5-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fog light (if equipped) 10-50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fog light sw itch (if equipped) 3-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fold dow n rear seat W agon and O U TB A C K SPO R T 2-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front differential gear oil (A utom atic transm ission vehicles) 10-22. . . . . . . . .

Front seats 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front turn signal light 10-53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front-w heel drive w arning light (for AW D AT vehicles) 3-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel econom y hints 7-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel filler door and cap 1-28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel gauge 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel requirem ents 7-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuses 10-44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuses and circuits 11-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

G

G auge pack (if equipped) 6-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

G auges 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

G love com partm ent 6-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .G VW R and G AW R (G ross Vehicle W eight R ating and

G ross A xle W eight R ating) 7-48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H

H azard w arning flasher 3-11,8-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H eadlight 10-49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H eater operation 4-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H eating and air conditioning 4-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

H igh beam indicator 3-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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M aster, subm aster and valet key 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

M axim um load lim its 11-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

M irrors 3-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

N

N ew vehicle break-in driving the first 1,000 m iles (1,600 km ) 7-3. . . . . .

O

O dom eter/Trip m eter 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

O ff road driving 7-38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

O il pressure w arning light 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

O perating tips for heater and air conditioner 4-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

O utside m irrors 3-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

P

Parking brake stroke 10-38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking light 10-52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking light sw itch 3-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking your vehicle 7-30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Periodic inspections 7-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pow er door locking sw itches (if equipped) 1-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pow er steering 7-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pow er steering fluid 10-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pow er w indow s (if equipped) 1-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Precautions against vehicle m odification 2-38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Preparing to drive 7-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

R

R adio 5-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

R adio operation 5-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

R ear com bination lights 10-55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

R ear differential gear oil 10-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

R ear gate (W agon) 1-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

R ear seat access (C oupe) 2-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

R ear seats 2-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

R ear viscous lim ited slip differential (For R S m odels) 7-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Sun visors 6-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

T

Tachom eter (if equipped) 3-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tem perature A , B , C 12-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tem perature gauge 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tem porary spare tire 8-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tilt steering w heel 7-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tire chains 7-45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tire changing tools 8-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tire pressure 10-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tire rotation 10-40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tires 11-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tires and w heels 10-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Top strap anchors 2-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tow ing 8-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tow ing eyelets 8-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Traction A , B , C 12-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trailer hitches 7-51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trailer tow ing 7-49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Treadw ear 12-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trunk lid (Sedan and C oupe) 1-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Turn signal indicator lights 3-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Turn signal lever 3-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

U

U nfastening the seatbelt 2-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .U niform tire quality grading standards 12-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

V

Vanity m irror (if equipped) 6-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vehicle capacity w eight 7-48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vehicle identification 11-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vehicle w ith drivers and front passengers SR S airbags

and lap/shoulder restraint 2-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ventilator 4-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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W

W arning and indicator lights 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

W ashing 9-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

W axing and polishing 9-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

W hen luggage is put on the slats 1-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

W indow s 1-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

W indshield w asher fluid 10-31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

W indshield w ipers and w asher sw itches 3-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

W inter driving 7-41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

W iper and w asher 3-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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HGF001AB

HGF002AB

This m anual describes the follow ing vehicle types.

HGF004AB

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Warranties

Warranties for U.S.A.

A ll SU B A R U vehicles distributed by Subaru of A m erica, Inc. and sold

at retail by an authorized SU B A R U dealer in the U nited States com e

w ith the follow ing w arranties:

SU B A R U Lim ited W arranty

Em ission C ontrol System s W arranty

Em issions Perform ance W arranty

A ll w arranty inform ation, including details of coverage and exclusions,

is in the W arranty and M aintenance B ooklet. Please read these w ar-ranties carefully.

Warranties for Canada

A ll SU B A R U vehicles distributed by Subaru C anada, Inc. and sold at

retail by an authorized SU B A R U dealer in C anada com e w ith the fol-

low ing w arranties:

SU B A R U Lim ited W arranty A nti-C orrosion W arranty

Em ission C ontrol W arranty

A ll w arranty inform ation, including details of coverage and exclusions,

is in the W arranty and Service B ooklet. Please read these w arranties

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Doors and locks

Keys 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Master, submaster and valet key 1-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Key number 1-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Door locks 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Power door locking switches (if equipped) 1-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Child safety locks 1-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Keyless entry system (if equipped) 1-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Security system (if equipped) 1-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Windows 1-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power windows (if equipped) 1-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trunk lid (Sedan and Coupe) 1-25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear gate (Wagon) 1-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel filler door and cap 1-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine hood 1-30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sunroof (if equipped) 1-31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .If the sunroof can not be closed 1-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Roof rack (if equipped) 1-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .When luggage is put on the slats 1-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Installing carrying attachments on the cross bars 1-35 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .


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Keys

HG0362

M aster keySubm aster key

Valet key

Key num ber

Master, submaster and valet keyThree types of keys are provided for your vehicle.

M aster key, subm aster key and valet key.

The m aster key and subm aster key fit all locks on your vehicle.

Ignition sw itch D oors

Trunk or R ear gate

G love com partm ent

The valet key fits only the ignition sw itch and door locks. You can keep

the trunk and glove com partm ent locked w hen you leave your vehicle

and valet key at a parking facility.

Key numberThe key num ber is stam ped on the m etal plate attached to the key. W rite

dow n the key num ber and keep it in another safe place, not in the ve-

hicle. This num ber is needed to m ake a replacem ent key if you lose your

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Keyless entry system (if equipped)

CAUTION Do not expose the transmitter to severe shocks, such as thoseexperienced as a result of dropping or throwing.

Do not take the transmitter apart except when replacing the

battery.

Do not get the transmitter wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with a

cloth immediately.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is

subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not

cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any

interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void the users authority to

operate the equipment.

The keyless entry system has the follow ing functions.

Locking and unlocking the doors (and rear gate on the w agon and

O U TB A C K SPO RT) w ithout a key

A rm ing and disarm ing the security system (if your vehicle is equipped

w ith an optional security system ). See the next section Security system

(if equipped)for detailed inform ation.

The receiver inside your vehicles keyless entry system and the rem ote

control transm itters are designed together to have an average operating

range of 25 to 50 feet (8 to 15 m eters) during ideal conditions. A lthough

at tim es you m ay experience range greater than that, there m ay be occa-

sions w hen range is less than norm al. A tm ospheric conditions or interfer-

ence from other R F-em itting devices can effectively reduce transm itter

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System operation

K eyless entry functions do not operate w hen vehicle ignition isO N.

HS1000BB

n Locking the doors

Press the L O C Kbutton to lock all doors (and the rear gate on the

w ag on and O U TB A C K SPO R T). The parking lights w ill flash one tim e.

n Unlocking the doors

To unlock the drivers door only, press and release the U N L O C Kbut-

ton.

To unlock all doors (and the rear gate on the w ag on and O U TB A C K

SPO R T), press and hold the U N L O C Kbutton.

The parking lights w ill flash one tim e.

The vehicles interior (courtesy) light w ill illum inate for 60 seconds or

until vehicle is started.

NOTE1. Parking lights will flash when the vehicles battery is discon-nected and reconnected.

To stop lights from flashing, either:

Press remote transmitter UNLOCKbutton once.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and press pro-

gramming button for one second (see location below).

2. The vehicles interior (courtesy) light and door open warning

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remote transmitter.

3. The instrument panel lights will flash when the parking lights

flash.

4. Your SUBARU Keyless Entry System is equipped with tworemote transmitters.

Programming button location

HS1001BB

The Programming Button is located under the drivers side dash

beneath the diagnostic connector.

Adding or deleting remote transmitters

U p to four (4) transm itters can be program m ed to your keyless entry

system .

NOTEMake sure no one else is operating another keyless entry or

security system within range of your vehicle when you are pro-gramming remote transmitters. Another transmitter code could

be inadvertently learned by your system, allowing someone

unauthorized access to your vehicle.

n To program an additional transmitter

1. O pen the drivers door.

2. Turn the vehicle ignition to the O Nposition.

3. Press and hold the Program m ing button in. A fter approxim ately 15 seconds, the door locks w ill cycle 3 tim es.


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This indicates that the system is in the Transm itter Program m ing

M ode.Do not release the Programming button.

4. Press the L O C Kbutton on the new transm itter. The door locks w ill

cycle once.5. R epeat step 4 for any additional transm itters.

6. Exit the Transm itter Program M ode by releasing the P rogram m ing

button and turning the vehicle ignition off. Test all rem ote transm itters

to ensure that they w ork properly.

n To delete a lost or stolen transmitter

1. Follow step 1 to 3 as d escribed ab ove.

2. R e-program the rem aining transm itters as described in step 4.

If there is only one rem aining transm itter, perform step 4 four

times.

If there are tw o rem aining transm itters, perform step 4 twicefor

each transm itter.

System maintenance

Your keyless entry system does not require any sp ecific m aintenance

except for occasionally changing the transm itter battery. The 12-volt

battery in the rem ote transm itter should last approxim ately one year,

dep ending on usage. W hen the battery beg ins to w eaken, you w ill

notice a decrease in range, or the distance from your vehicle that the

rem ote transm itter w ill operate.

n To change the remote transmitter battery

CAUTIONDo not let dust, oil or water get on or in the transmitter whenreplacing the battery.


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n All entrances protected

O pening any door or entrance protected by the security system trig-

gers the alarm s 125 db siren and flashes the vehicles p arking lights.

n Shock Sensor

The shock sensor detects any im pact to the vehicle. Light im pact w ill

cause the siren to em it a w arning chirp; heavier blow s w ill trigger

the alarm . (Shock sensor sensitivity has been preset, but m ay be

ad justed by your SU B A R U dealer.)

n Personal protection (Panic) feature

Pressing both buttons on the rem ote transm itter activates the Panic

feature, sounding the siren and flashing the vehicles p arking lights.

n Interior status indicator

The bright-red w arning light provides a visual deterrent to a w ould-be

thief.

n Emergency override button

Ensures that you w ill be able to disarm your alarm system and start

your vehicle if your rem ote transm itter is lost or broken. See The

em ergency override/program m ing buttonSection.

Security system components

n The remote transmitter

The rem ote transm itter controls the features and options of the secu-

rity system .

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The security system can be prog ram m ed to op erate w ith one to four

rem ote transm itters. Each transm itter is pow ered by an internal 12-volt

alkaline battery.

n The status indicator/Valet button

HS1004BB

The Status Indicator is a high intensity w arning light, located on the

dash to the left of the steering w heel. The Status Indicator disp lays a

visual indication of the security system s status w hile creating a pow -

erful theft deterrent.

LED status

Off:System is disarm ed.

Double-Flash:System is in valet m ode.

Steady Flash:System is arm ed.

Fast Flash:System has been triggered.

On:System is in pre-arm state (and w ill arm w hen all doors are

closed).

n The valet button (built into the status indicator)

The Valet B utton is used to engage Valet Mode(see Valet m ode

Section). In Valet M ode, the security system w ill not arm , through the

siren w ill chirp and keyless entry features w ill function w hen the secu-

rity system is disarm ed.


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n The emergency override/programming button

HS1001BC

The E m ergency O verride/Program m ing button is used to disarm the

alarm system in case of a lost or broken transm itter. It is also used in

conjunction w ith the transm itter and vehicle ignition to program addi-

tional transm itters.

The Emergency Override Button is located under the driver s side

dash beneath the diagnostic connector.

Security system operation

IMPORTANTSecurity System and Keyless Entry Features Do Not Operate

when the Vehicle Ignition is on.


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n Disarming the system

HS1000EB

To disarm the system , press and release the U N L O C Kbutton. The

siren w ill chirp and parking lights w ill flash once. The drivers door w ill

unlock at this tim e, and the vehicle interior (dom e) light w ill turn on for

60 seconds, or until the vehicle is started.

If the siren chirps and parking lights flash four times, the system w as

triggered in your absence. R efer to the Trip identificationsection in

this m anual.

n The alarm cycle

If your alarm system is triggered, the siren w ill sound and the parking

lights w ill flash for 60 seconds. A fter this duration, the system w ill

check to see if an entrance w as left open. If so, the alarm w ill continue

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n Personal protection alarm (Panic)

HS1000BC

Pressing both buttons together on the rem ote transm itter activates the

Panic feature, sounding the siren and flashing the parking lights.

Panic is d esigned to bring attention to the vehicle and surrounding

area. Press either button on the transm itter to turn off the Panic alarm .

n Disarming the security system in the event of a lost or broken

transmitter

HS1001CB

If your rem ote transm itter fails to operate, the system can be dis-

arm ed using the Em ergency O verride/Prog ram m ing button. Follow

the proced ure b elow :

1. Enter the vehicle. The alarm w ill sound w hen the door is opened.2. Insert the ignition key and turn to the O Nposition.


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your remote transmitter, or turn the vehicle ignition to the ON

position and press the Emergency Override/programming button

in and release.

If your rem ote transm itter is lost or broken and the PassiveStarterInterrupt has autom atically engaged, enter the vehicle, turn the igni-

tion to the O Nposition, and press the Em ergency O verride/pro-

gram m ing button. This w ill enable the vehicle to start.

In the unlikely event of an alarm system m alfunction, your vehicle

m ay not start. To enable the vehicle to start, press and hold the

Emergency Override/programming button, and attempt to start

the vehicle while holding the button in.

System maintenance

Your security system does not require any specific m aintenance

except for occasionally changing the transm itter battery. H ow ever, it is

sug gested that the system be arm ed and all protected zones be

checked about once a m onth to m ake sure that they trigger an alarm

cycle.

To change the rem ote transm itter battery, refer to System m ainte-

nancesection under the heading ofK eyless entry system .

Trouble shooting guide

n If you experience any of the following situations...

Your remote transmitter is lost or broken and your alarm sys-

tem is armed.

You attempt to start your vehicle after pressingUNLOCK

onyour remote transmitter and it does not crank.

Perform the following procedure:

1. Use your keys to enter the vehicle. (Depending on your situa-

tion, the alarm may sound when you open the door.)

2. Insert your key into the ignition and turn to the ONposition.

3. Press and release the Emergency Override Button. The alarm

system will disarm and you will be able to start your vehicle.4. If your vehicle still will not start, press and HOLD the Emer-

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Windows

HG0270

Turn the handle to open or close the w indow .

Power windows (if equipped)

WARNING When operating power windows, be extremely careful to pre-

vent anyones fingers or head from being caught in the window.

Always lock the passengers windows using the lock switch

when children are riding in the vehicle.

Before leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the

ignition switch for safety and never allow an unattended child to

remain in the vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure could result

in injury to a child operating the power window.

The pow er w indow s operate only w hen the ignition sw itch is in the O N

position.


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To open the trunk lid from inside (vehicle with trunk lid release

lever)

HG0003

Pull the trunk lid release lever upw ard.

n To cancel the trunk lid release

OM-H0018

The inside trunk lid release can be cancelled to help prevent unautho-

rized entry into the trunk. To cancel the trunk lid release, set the lid

release cancel lever (located on the inside of the trunk lid, m ounted to

the trunk lid latch) to the C A N C E Lposition. W hen this lock is in the

C A N C E Lposition, the trunk can be opened only w ith the key.


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Rear gate (Wagon)

WARNINGTo prevent dangerous exhaust gas from entering the vehicle, al-ways keep the rear gate closed while driving.

OM-H0019

Lock Unlock

To unlock the rear gate, insert the key in the keyhole and turn it clock-

w ise. To lock the rear gate, insert the key in the keyhole and turn it coun-

terclockw ise. If your vehicle is equipped w ith pow er door locks, the rear

gate can also b e locked and unlocked through use of the pow er door

lock system . R efer to the Pow er door locking sw itchessection in this

chapter.

To open the rear gate, first unlock the rear gate lock then pull the outside

handle up. To close the rear gate, low er it slow ly and push dow n firm ly

until the latch engages.


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Engine hood

WARNINGAlways check that the hood is properly locked before you startdriving. If it is not, it might fly open while the vehicle is moving

and block your view, which may cause an accident and serious

bodily injury.

HG0059

HG0060

HS0024

To open the hood:

1. Pull the hood release knob under the instrum ent panel.

2. R elease the secondary hood release located under the front of the

engine hood by m oving the lever tow ard the left. Lift up the hood, release

the hood prop from its retainer and put the end of the hood prop into theslot in the hood.


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To close the hood:

1. Lift the hood slightly and rem ove the hood prop from the slot in the

hood and return the prop to its retainer.

2. Low er the hood until it approaches about 6 in. (15 cm ) from theclosed position and let it drop.

3. A fter closing the hood, be sure the hood is securely locked.

If this does not close the hood, release it from a slightly higher position.

D o not push the hood forcibly to close it. It could deform the m etal.

Sunroof (if equipped)

WARNING Never let anyones hands, arms, head or any objects protrude

from the sunroof.

Before closing the sunroof, make sure that no ones hands,

arms, head or other objects will be accidentally caught in the

sunroof.

CAUTION Do not sit on the edge of the open sunroof.

Do not operate the sunroof if falling snow or extremely cold

conditions have caused it to freeze shut.

The sunroof operates only w hen the ignition sw itch is in the O Nposi-tion.


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If the sunroof can not be closed

OM-H0030OM-H0029

If the sunroof can not be closed w ith the sunroof sw itch, you can close

the roof m anually.

1. Take out the hex-headed w rench and screw driver from the tool bag .

2. R em ove the plug on the roof trim by inserting the end of the regular

screw driver betw een the roof and plug and plying it off.

3. Insert the w rench in the end of the m otor shaft.

To low er the sunroof, turn the w rench clockw ise. To close the sunroof, turn the w rench counterclockw ise.

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Roof rack (if equipped)

CAUTIONWhen using the roof rack, make sure that the total carrying ca-pacity of the roof rack and luggage does not exceed the maxi-

mum load limit. Overloading may cause damage to the vehicle

and create a safety hazard.

HG0294

Roof rack

W hen you carry cargo on the roof using the roof rack, never exceed the

m axim um load lim it explained below . In addition, be careful that your ve-

hicle d oes not exceed the G ross Vehicle W eight R ating (G VW R ) and

front and rear G ross A xle W eight R ating (G AW R ). See the Loading your

vehiclesection in chapter 7 for inform ation on loading cargo into or onto

your vehicle.

When luggage is put on the slatsW hen putting any luggage on the slats, m ake sure the total w eight of the

lug gag e on the slats does not exceed 40 lb. (18 kg). O verloading m ay

cause dam age to the roof and create a safety hazard. Place the heaviest

load at the bottom , nearest the roof, and evenly distribute the luggage.

A lw ays secure the luggage w ith straps, ropes or nets.


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Installing carrying attachments on the cross barsW hen installing any carrying attachm ent such as a bike carrier, ski carri-

er, canoe carrier, etc. on the cross bars, follow the m anufacturers

instructions and m ake sure that the attachm ent is securely fixed to thecross b ars. U se only attachm ents designed specifically for the cross-

bars. A set of the cross b ars is designed to carry loads (cargo and at-

tachm ent) of not m ore than 100 lb. (45 kg). B efore operating the vehicle,

m ake sure that the cargo is properly secured on the attachm ent.

NOTERemember that the vehicles center of gravity is altered with the

weight of the load on the roof, thus affecting the driving characteris-tics.

Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, hard cornering and abrupt stops.

Crosswind effects will be increased.


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adults, their risk of being injured from deployment is greater. For

that reason, we strongly recommend that ALL children (including

those in child seats and those that have outgrown child restraint

devices) sit in the REAR seat properly restrained at all times in achild restraint device or in a seat belt, whichever is appropriate for

the childs age, height and weight.

Secure ALL types of child restraint devices (including forward fac-

ing child seat) in the REAR seats at all times.

NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE

FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO

THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILDS HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE

SRS AIRBAG.According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly

restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating

positions. For instructions and precautions concerning child re-

straint systems, see the Child restraint systems section in this

chapter.

HS0234HS0233

Adjust the seatback toupright position. Sit wellback and upright.

Move the seat as far from thesteering wheel as practical.

Adjust the seatback toupright position. Sitwell back and upright.

Move the seat

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HS0247HG0356

Put children in the rear seat properlyrestrained at all times.

Do not recline the seatback whilevehicle is moving.

Fore and aft adjustment

OM-H0032OM-H0031

Pull the lever upw ard and slide the seat to the desired position. Then

release the lever and m ove the seat back and forth to m ake sure that

it is securely locked into place.

Reclining the seatback

Pull the reclining lever up and adjust the seatback to the desired posi-

tion. Then release the lever and m ake sure the seatback is securely

locked into place.


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Head restraint adjustment

HS0031

To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To low er it, push the head re-

straint dow n w hile depressing the release button on the top of the

seatback.

OM-H2735

The best position for the head restraint is just above or level w ith the

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Rear seats

WARNING Seat belts provide maximum restraint when the occupant sitswell back and upright in the seat. Do not put cushions or any other

materials between occupants and seatbacks or seat cushions. If

you do so, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt

sliding up over the abdomen will increase, and both can result in

serious internal injury or death.

Never allow passengers to ride on the folded rear seatback, in

the cargo area. Doing so may result in serious injury or death. Never stack luggage or other cargo higher than the top of the

seatback because it could tumble forward and injure passengers

in the event of a sudden stop or accident.

Secure skis and other lengthy items properly to prevent them

from shooting forward and causing serious injury during a sud-

den stop, a sudden steering or a rapid acceleration.

HG0339

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Fold down rear seat Wagon and OUTBACK SPORT

WARNING After returning the rear seat to its original position, be certainto place all of the seat belts and the tab attached to the seat cush-

ion above the seat cushion. And make certain that the shoulder

belts are fully visible.

Never permit anyone to ride in the cargo area.

Folding down the seatback

HG0276OM-H0037

U nlock the seatback by pulling the release knob and then fold the

seatback dow n.

Folding down the seat cushion and seatback

1. M ove the front seat forw ard.

2. Store the seat belts in the seat belt pocket to prevent them falling

below the cushion.


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OM-H0042

To return the rear seat to its original position, raise the seatback and seat

cushion until they lock into place and m ake sure that they are securely

locked.

M ake sure that the rear seat belts are not under the seat cushion or seat-

back.


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Seatbelts

Seatbelt safety tips

WARNING All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BE-

FORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of se-

rious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or ac-

cident.

All belts should fit snugly in order to provide full restraint.

Loose fitting belts are not as effective in preventing or reducing

injury. Each seatbelt is designed to support only one person. Never

use a single belt for two or more persons even children. Other-

wise, in an accident, serious injury or death could result.

Replace all seatbelt assemblies including retractors and at-

taching hardware worn by occupants of a vehicle that has been in

a serious accident. The entire assembly should be replaced even

if damage is not obvious.

Put children aged 12 and under in the rear seat properly re-

strained at all times. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable

speed and force and can injure or even kill children, especially if

they are 12 years of age and under and are not restrained or im-

properly restrained. Because children are lighter and weaker than

adults, their risk of being injured from deployment is greater. For

that reason, we strongly recommend that ALL children (including

those in child seats and those that have outgrown child restraintdevices) sit in the REAR seat properly restrained at all times in a

child restraint device or in a seatbelt, whichever is appropriate for

the childs height and weight.

Secure ALL types of child restraint devices (including forward

facing child seats) in the REAR seats at all times.

NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE

FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO

THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILDS HEAD TOO CLOSE TO

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According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly

restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating

positions. For instructions and precautions concerning the child

restraint system, see theChild restraint systems

section in this

chapter.

Infants or small children

U se a child restraint system that is suitable for your vehicle. See in-

form ation on C hild restraint system sin this chapter.

Children

If a child is too big for a child restraint system , the child should sit in

the rear seat and be restrained using the seatbelts. A ccording to ac-

cident statistics, children are safer w hen properly restrained in the

rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. N ever allow a

child to stand up or kneel on the seat.

If the shoulder portion of the belt crosses the face or neck, m ove the

child closer to the belt buckle to help provide a good shoulder belt fit.

C are m ust be taken to securely place the lap belt as low as possible

on the hips and not on the childs w aist. If the shoulder portion of the

belt cannot be properly positioned, a child restraint system should be

used. N ever place the shoulder belt under the childs arm or behind

the childs back.

Expectant mothers

Expectant m others also need to use the seatbelts. They should con-

sult their doctor for specific recom m endations. The lap belt should be

w orn securely and as low as possible over the hips, not over the

w aist.

Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) function (except

2-point type seatbelt)The em ergency locking retractor allow s norm al bod y m ovem ent but the

retractor locks autom atically during a sudden stop, im pact or if you pull

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rious internal injury or death.

Do not put cushions or any other materials between occupants

and seatbacks or seat cushions. If you do so, the risk of sliding

under the lap belt and of lap belt sliding up over the abdomen willincrease, and both can result in serious internal injury or death.

HS0231

Always wear the seat-belts correctly.

Never place the shoulder belt under the arm orbehind the back.

Adjust the seatbackto upright position.Sit well back andupright. HS0230

HG0358

Always wear the seat

belt correctly.Sit well back and upright.

CAUTIONMetallic parts of the seatbelt can become very hot in a vehicle

that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn an oc-

cupant. Do not touch such hot parts until they cool.


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2-point type seatbelt (lap only belts)

OM-H0049OM-H0048

Too high

Keep as low on hipbone as possible.

1. Sit w ell back in the seat and pick up the tongue plate m arked

CENTER. B e careful not to tw ist the belt.

2. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle m arked CENTERuntil you

hear a click. The tongue plate m arked CENTERcan be fastened

only into the buckle m arked CENTER. If the belt is not long enough

for you, hold the tongue plate at a right angle to the belt and pull the

belt to extend.3. To m ake the belt tight, pull up on the belt. A nd place the lap belt as

low as possible on your hips, not your w aist.

Adjusting the shoulder belt anchor height

WARNINGWhen wearing the front seatbelts, make sure the shoulder portion

of the webbing does not pass over your neck. If it does, adjust

the seatbelt anchor to a lower position. Placing the shoulder belt

over the neck may result in neck injury during sudden braking or

in a collision.


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the retractor. A s the belt is rew inding, clicks w ill be heard w hich indi-

cate the retractor functions as A LR .

6. B efore having a child sit in the child restraint system , m ove it back

and forth to check if it is firm ly secured. Som etim es a child restraintcan be m ore firm ly secured by pushing it dow n into the seat cushion

and then tightening the seat belt.

7. Pull at the shoulder portion of the belt to confirm that it cannot be

pulled out (A LR properly functioning).

If the child restraint system requires a top strap, latch the hook onto the

top strap anchor and tighten the top strap.

HG0188

Top strap anchors

Anchorage location

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HB0307

Never allow a child to stand up, orto kneel on the front passengersseat

HB0308

Never hold a child on your lap or inyour arms.

WARNING Do not put any objects over the steering wheel pad and dash-

board. If the SRS airbag deploys, those objects could interfere

with its proper operation and could be propelled inside the vehi-

cle and cause injury.

Do not attach accessories to the windshield, or fit an extra-

wide mirror over the rear view mirror. If the SRS airbag deploys,those objects could become projectiles that could seriously in-

jure vehicle occupants.

HS0245HS0244

Do not put any objects over thesteering wheel pad and dashboard

Do not attach accessories to thewindshield, or fit

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