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1-7. Safety information
The front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators show you the status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag. When the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position, (vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system), or the push-button ignition switch is turned to “ON” mode (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system), both the ON and OFF indi- cators illuminate for 6 seconds during the system check. After the system check, both the ON and OFF indicators turn off for 2 sec- onds. Then, either the ON or OFF indicator illuminates depending on the condition of the front passenger’s frontal airbag. When the OFF indicator remains off and ON indicator illuminates, the front passenger’s frontal airbag may deploy during a collision. When the OFF indicator illuminates and ON indicator remains off, the front passenger’s frontal airbag does not deploy during a colli- sion. If the front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators remain on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position (vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system) or the push-button ignition switch is turned to “ON” mode (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system), or the indica- tors remain off after the system check, the system may be malfunc- tioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately. After that, one of the indicators illuminates depending on the status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag determined by the SUBARU advanced frontal airbag monitoring system.
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Condition and operation in the front passenger occupant detection system*1
■ Adult*2Indicator/
warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights
SRS airbag system warning light
“AIR BAG
ON” Off
Front passenger’s seatbelt reminder light
Flashing*3
Devices
Front passenger airbag
Front side airbag*4
Front curtain airbag*4Front passenger’s seatbelt pretensioner*4
■ Child restraint system with infant*6, *7, *8
Indicator/
warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights
SRS airbag system warning light
Front passenger’s seatbelt reminder light
Devices
Front passenger airbag
Front side airbag*4
Front curtain airbag*4Front passenger’s seatbelt pretensioner*4
On
“AIR BAG OFF”*9
Off
Off
On
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■ Child*5, *7
Indicator/
warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights
SRS airbag system warning light
Front passenger’s seatbelt reminder light
Devices
■ Unoccupied
Indicator/
warning light
Devices
Front passenger airbag
Front side airbag*4
Front curtain airbag*4Front passenger’s seatbelt pretensioner*4
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights
SRS airbag system warning light
Front passenger’s seatbelt reminder light
Front passenger airbag
Front side airbag*4
Front curtain airbag*4Front passenger’s seatbelt pretensioner*4
■ There is a malfunction in the system
Indicator/
warning light
“AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights
SRS airbag system warning light
Front passenger’s seatbelt reminder light
Devices
Front passenger airbag
Front side airbag*4
Front curtain airbag*4Front passenger’s seatbelt pretensioner*4
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OFF” or “AIR BAG ON”*5
Off Off or
flashing*3, *5
Off or on*5On
“AIR BAG
OFF”
Off
Off
On
“AIR BAG
OFF” On Off Off
On
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*1: The occupant detection system does not operate during self-
checking.
*2: The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a smaller adult sits in the front passenger seat, the system may not recognize him/her as an adult depending on his/her physique and posture.
*3: In the event the front passenger does not wear a seatbelt. *4: The front passenger’s SRS side airbag, SRS curtain airbag and seatbelt pretensioner are not controlled by the occupant detection system.
*5: For some children, child in seat, child in booster seat or child in convertible seat, the system may not recognize him/her as a child. Factors which may affect this can be the physique or pos- ture. Children who have outgrown a child restraint system should always wear the seatbelt when sitting in the seat irrespective of whether the airbag is deactivated or activated.
*6: When a child restraint system is installed on the front passenger seat, do not place any article on the seat other than the child occupant and a child restraint system. Failure to do so may prevent the front passenger occupant detec- tion system from functioning correctly or cause the system to fail.
*7: Do not place more than one child on the front passenger seat.
Failure to do so may prevent the front passenger occupant detec- tion system from functioning correctly.
*8: Never install a child restraint system on the front passenger seat. See the caution that follows regarding installation of a child restraint system. (→P. 136)
*9: In case the indicator is not illuminated, consult this manual on
how to installing the child restraint system properly. (→P. 136)
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If the passenger’s frontal airbag OFF indicator illuminates and the ON indicator turns off even when the front passenger’s seat is occupied by an adult
This can be caused by an adult incorrectly sitting in the front passen- ger’s seat. Perform the following.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start sys- tem: The engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system: Turn the push-button ignition switch off. Ask the front passenger to set the seatback to the upright position, sit up straight in the center of the seat cushion, cor- rectly wear the seatbelt, position his/her legs out forward, and adjust the seat to the rearmost position. Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start sys- tem: The engine switch is turned to the “ON” position. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system: The push-button ignition switch is turned to “ON” mode. Turn the OFF indicator remains illuminated while the ON indi- cator remains off, perform the following. • Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start
system: The engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start sys- tem: Turn the push-button ignition switch off.
• Make sure that the front passenger is not using a blanket,
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seat cushion, seat cover or seat heater, etc. If wearing excessive layers of clothing, the front passenger should remove any unnecessary items before sitting in the front passenger seat, or should sit in a rear seat.
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STEP 5
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position (vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system), or the push- button ignition switch to “ON” mode (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system). The ON and OFF indi- cators illuminate for 6 seconds during the system check and after the system check is performed, the ON and OFF indica- tors turn off for 2 seconds. Then, the OFF indicator remains off while the ON indicator is illuminated. If the ON indicator remains off and the OFF indicator is illuminated, move the occupant to the rear seat backwards and immediately contact your SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle inspected.
If the front passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator illuminates and the OFF indicator turns off even when an infant or a small child is in a child restraint system (including booster seat)
This can be caused by the child restraint system being installed incor- rectly. Perform the following.
STEP 1
STEP 2
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start sys- tem: The engine switch is turned to the “LOCK” position. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system: Turn the push-button ignition switch off. Remove the child restraint system from the seat. By referring to the child restraint manufacturer’s recommendations as well as the child restraint system installation procedure in “child restraint system”, correctly reinstall the child restraint system.
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STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start sys- tem: The engine switch is turned to the “ON” position and make sure that the front passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator turns off and the OFF indicator illuminates. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system: The push-button ignition switch is turned to “ON” mode and make sure that the front passenger’s frontal airbag ON indica- tor turns off and the OFF indicator illuminates. If the ON indicator still remains illuminated while the OFF indi- cator turns off, perform the following. • Ensure that no article is placed on the seat other than the
child restraint system and the child occupant.
• Ensure that the backward-forward position and seatback of front passenger seat are locked into place securely by mov- ing the seat back and forth.
If the ON indicator still remains illuminated while the OFF indi- cator turns off after taking the relevant corrective actions described above, relocate the child restraint system to the rear seat and immediately contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection.
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WARNING
■Front passenger occupant detection system precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding front passenger occupant detection system. Failure to do so may cause the occupant detection system to not function correctly, resulting in death or serious injury. ●Wear the seatbelt properly. ●Do not apply excessive force to the seat. ●Do not put sharp object(s) on the seat or pierce the seat upholstery. ●Do not put objects under the front passenger seat. ●Do not use a seat accessory, such as a cushion or seat cover, that covers
the seat cushion surface.
●Do not spill liquid on the front passenger seat. If liquid is spilled, wipe it off immediately and dry the seat. If the airbag warning light illuminates, dry the seat until the warning light turns off. If the airbag warning light stays on even when the seat has dried, do not allow anyone to sit on the front pas- senger seat and have the system checked by your SUBARU dealer. If the airbag warning light does not illuminate, check that the airbag ON/OFF indicator light works properly. If the indicator light does not work properly, do not allow anyone to sit in the front passenger’s seat and have the sys- tem inspected by your SUBARU dealer.
●Do not remove or disassemble the front passenger seat. Also, do not
replace or modify the seat upholstery or foam inside the seat.
●Do not install any accessory (such as an audio amplifier) other than a gen-
uine SUBARU accessory under the front passenger’s seat. ●Do not place a magnetized items near the seatbelt buckle.
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WARNING
■Front passenger occupant detection system precautions
●Never install a rearward facing child seat in the front passenger’s seat even if the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag is deactivated. Be sure to install it in the rear seat in a correct manner. Also, it is strongly recom- mended that any forward facing child seat or booster seat be installed in the rear seat, and that even children who have outgrown a child restraint system be also seated in the rear seat. This is because children sitting in the front passenger’s seat may be killed or severely injured should the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag deploy. SUBARU believes that the rear seats are the safest place for children
●If luggage or electronic devices are placed on the front passenger seat, the OFF indicator may turn off and the ON indicator may illuminate. If this occurs, the front passenger’s airbag may deploy during a collision. If this is not desirable, remove the luggage or electronic devices from the front pas- senger seat.
●Modifications for persons with disabilities that may affect the front passen- ger occupant detection system. (U.S. only) Removing, replacing or modify- ing any parts of the front seats, seatbelts, front bumper, front side frame, instrument panel, combination meter, steering wheel, steering column, tires, suspension or floor panel can affect the operation of the SUBARU front passenger occupant detection system.
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1-7. Safety information Child restraint systems
A child restraint system for a small child or baby must itself be prop- erly restrained on the seat with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. The laws of all 50 states of the U.S.A. and Canada now require the use of child restraint systems.
Points to remember
Studies have shown that installing a child restraint on a rear seat is much safer than installing one to the front passenger seat. ● Choose a child restraint system that suits your vehicle and is
appropriate to the age and size of the child.
● For installation details, follow the instructions provided with the
child restraint system. General installation instructions are provided in this manual. (→P. 136)
Types of child restraints
Child restraint systems are classified into the following 3 types according to the age and size of the child. Rear facing Infant seat/convertible seat
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Forward facing Convertible seat
Booster seat
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■Selecting an appropriate child restraint system
●Use a child restraint system appropriate for the child until the child
becomes large enough to properly wear the vehicle’s seatbelt.
●If a child is too large for a child restraint system, sit the child on a rear
seat and use the vehicle's seatbelt. (→P. 58)
■Where to place a child restraint system
The following are SUBARU’s recommendations on where to place a child restraint system in your vehicle.
Front passenger’s seat Rear seat seating positions
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●Front passenger’s seat
Do not install a child restraint system (including a booster cushion) due to the hazard to children posed by the passenger’s airbag.
●Rear seat seating positions
Recommended installing positions for the child restraint systems. In these positions, the following equipment is provided for installing a child restraint system. • Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) seatbelts • ISOFIX anchor bars • Top tether anchorages Some types of child restraints might not be able to be secured firmly due to projection of the seat cushion. In this seating position, you should use only a child restraint system that has a bottom base that fits snugly against the contours of the seat cushion and can be securely retained using the seatbelt.
WARNING
■Child restraint precautions
●For effective protection in automobile accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained, using a seatbelt or child restraint system depending on the age and size of the child. Holding a child in your arms is not a substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, the child can be crushed against the windshield, or between you and the vehicle's interior. ●SUBARU strongly urges the use of a proper child restraint system that conforms to the size of the child, installed on the rear seat. According to accident statistics, the child is safer when properly restrained in the rear seat than in the front seat.
●Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat even if the “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light is illuminated. In the event of an accident, the force of the rapid inflation of the front passenger airbag can cause death or serious injury to the child if the rear-facing child restraint system is installed on the front passenger seat.
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WARNING
■Child restraint precautions
●Do not allow the child to lean his/her head or any part of his/her body against the door or the area of the seat, front and rear pillars or roof side rails from which the SRS side airbags or SRS curtain airbags deploy even if the child is seated in the child restraint system. It is dangerous if the SRS side airbags and curtain airbags inflate, and the impact could cause death or serious injury to the child.
●Make sure you have complied with all installation instructions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and that the system is properly secured. If it is not secured properly, it may cause death or serious injury to the child in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or an accident.
■When children are in the vehicle
Do not allow children to play with the seatbelt. If the seatbelt becomes twisted around a child’s neck, it may lead to choking or other serious injuries that could result in death. If this occurs and the buckle cannot be unfastened, scissors should be used to cut the belt.
■When the child restraint system is not in use
●Keep the child restraint system properly secured on the seat even if it is not in use. Do not store the restraint unsecured in the passenger compart- ment.
●If it is necessary to detach the child restraint system, remove it from the vehicle or store it securely in the trunk. This will prevent it from injuring passengers in the event of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or accident.
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1-7. Safety information Installing child restraints
Follow the child restraint system manufacturer's instructions. Firmly secure child restraints to the rear seats using the LATCH anchors or a seatbelt. Attach the top tether strap when installing a child restraint. The lap/shoulder belt can be used if your child restraint system is not compatible with the LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Chil- dren) system.
Child restraint LATCH anchors LATCH anchors are provided for both rear seats. (Buttons displaying the location of the anchors are attached to the seats.)
Seatbelts equipped with a child restraint locking mecha- nism (ALR/ELR belts except driver’s seatbelt) (→P. 58)
Anchor bracket (for top tether strap)
Anchor brackets are provided for both rear seats.
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STEP 1
STEP 2
Latch the hooks of the lower straps onto the LATCH anchors. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be the latched onto top tether strap anchors.
For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system.
Installation with LATCH system
Type A
Canada only
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Type B
Canada only
STEP 1
STEP 2
Latch the buckles onto the LATCH anchors. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto top the tether strap anchors.
For owners in Canada: The symbol on a child restraint system indicates the presence of a lower connector system.
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Installing child restraints using a seatbelt (child restraint lock function belt)
■ Rear facing Infant seat/convertible seat
Place the child restraint system on the rear seat facing the rear of the vehicle.
Run the seatbelt through the child restraint system and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.
Fully extend the shoulder belt and allow it to retract to put it in lock mode. In lock mode, the belt cannot be extended.
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STEP 4
While pushing the child restraint system down into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place.
After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended.
■ Forward facing Convertible seat
Place the child restraint system on the seat facing the front of the vehicle.
Run the seatbelt through the child restraint system and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.
Fully extend the shoulder belt and allow it to retract to put it in lock mode. In lock mode, the belt cannot be extended.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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While pushing the child restraint system into the rear seat, allow the shoulder belt to retract until the child restraint system is securely in place.
After the shoulder belt has retracted to a point where there is no slack in the belt, pull the belt to check that it cannot be extended. If the child restraint has a top tether strap, the top tether strap should be latched onto the top tether strap anchor. (→P. 142)
STEP 5
■ Booster seat
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Place the child restraint system on the seat facing the front of the vehicle.
Sit the child in the child restraint system. Fit the seatbelt to the child restraint system according to instruc- tions and insert the plate into the buckle. Make sure that the belt is not twisted.
the manufacturer's
Check that the shoulder belt is correctly positioned over the child's shoulder and that the lap belt is as low as possible. (→P. 58)
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Removing a child restraint installed with a seatbelt
Push the buckle release button and fully retract the seatbelt.
Child restraint systems with a top tether strap
STEP 1
Secure the child restraint using a seatbelt or the LATCH anchors.
Remove cover.
the anchor bracket
Store the removed cover in a safe place.
Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the top tether strap.
Make sure the top tether strap is securely latched.
STEP 2
STEP 3
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■When installing a child restraint system with LATCH anchors and a top
tether strap Depending on the child restraint system's size and shape, if the child restraint system is installed to the LATCH anchors first, it may not be possi- ble to attach the top tether strap to the anchor bracket. In that case, first temporarily attach the top tether strap to the anchor bracket, install the child restraint system using the lower anchors and then tighten the top tether strap.
■Laws and regulations pertaining to anchorages
The LATCH system conforms to FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2. Child restraint systems conforming to FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifica- tions can be used. This vehicle is designed to conform to the SAE J1819.
WARNING
■When installing a booster seat
To prevent the belt from going into ALR lock mode, do not fully extend the shoulder belt. ALR mode causes the belt to tighten only. This could cause injury or discomfort to the child. (→P. 60) ■When installing a child restraint system
Follow the directions given in the child restraint system installation manual and fix the child restraint system securely in place. If the child restraint system is not correctly fixed in place, the child or other passengers may be injured or even killed in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
●If the driver’s seat interferes with the child restraint system and prevents it from being attached correctly, attach the child restraint system to the right- hand rear seat.
●Adjust the front passenger seat so that it does not interfere with the child restraint system.
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WARNING
■When installing a child restraint system
●Ensure that the belt and plate are securely locked and the seatbelt is not
twisted.
●Shake the child restraint system left and right, and forward and backward
to ensure that it has been securely installed.
●When adjusting the front passenger seat position after installing a child
restraint system, do so slowly.
●Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system
manufacturer.
■To correctly attach a child restraint system to the anchors
When using the LATCH anchors, be sure that there are no foreign objects around the anchors and that the seatbelt is not caught behind the child restraint. Make sure the child restraint system is securely attached, or it may cause death or serious injury to the child or other passengers in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerve or an accident.
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Driving the vehicle............ 146
Push-button ignition switch............................. 160
Engine (ignition) switch.... 169
Automatic transmission.... 172
Manual Transmission....... 179
Turn signal lever .............. 182
Parking brake................... 183
Horn ................................. 1842-2.
Instrument cluster Gauges and meters ......... 185
Indicators and warning lights .............................. 190
Multi-information display............................ 1952-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers Headlight switch............... 200
Fog light switch ................ 206
Windshield wipers and washer ........................... 2072-4. Using other driving
systems Cruise control................... 210
Driving assist systems ..... 2152-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage .......... 221
Vehicle load limits ............ 225
Winter driving tips ............ 226
Trailer towing ................... 230
Dinghy towing .................. 231145
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2-1. Driving procedures Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv- ing: ■ Starting the engine
→P. 160, 169
■ Driving Vehicles with an automatic transmission
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the select lever to D. (→P. 172) Release the parking brake. (→P. 183) Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
While depressing the clutch pedal, shift the shift lever to 1. (→P. 179) Release the parking brake. (→P. 183) Gradually release the clutch pedal. At the same time, gently depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■ Stopping Vehicles with an automatic transmission
STEP 2
STEP 1
With the select lever in D, depress the brake pedal. If necessary, set the parking brake. If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the select lever to P or N. (→P. 172) Vehicles with a manual transmission
STEP 1
STEP 2
While depressing the clutch pedal, depress the brake pedal. If necessary, set the parking brake. If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the shift lever to neutral. (→P. 179)
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■ Parking the vehicle Vehicles with an automatic transmission
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
With the select lever in D, depress the brake pedal. Shift the select lever to P. (→P. 172) Set the parking brake. (→P. 183) Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system: Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position to stop the engine. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start sys- tem: Press the push-button ignition switch to stop the engine. Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person. If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
While depressing the clutch pedal, depress the brake pedal. Shift the shift lever to neutral. (→P. 179) Set the parking brake. (→P. 183) Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system: Turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position to stop the engine. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start sys- tem: Press the push-button ignition switch to stop the engine. Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your person. If parking on a hill, shift the shift lever to 1 or R and block the wheels as needed.
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Starting off on a steep uphill
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the select lever to D. Gently depress the accelerator pedal. Release the parking brake.
Vehicles with a manual transmission
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
With the parking brake firmly set and the clutch pedal fully depressed, shift the shift lever to 1. Lightly depress the accelerator pedal at the same time as gradually releasing the clutch pedal. Release the parking brake.
■Driving in the rain
●Drive carefully when it is raining, because visibility will be reduced, the
windows may become fogged-up, and the road will be slippery.
●Drive carefully when it starts to rain, because the road surface will be
especially slippery.
●Refrain from high speeds when driving on an expressway in the rain, because there may be a layer of water between the tires and the road surface, preventing the steering and brakes from operating properly.
■Engine speed while driving (vehicles with an automatic transmission) In the following conditions, the engine speed may become high while driving. This is due to automatic up-shifting control or down-shifting implementation to meet driving conditions. It does not indicate sudden acceleration. ●The vehicle is judged to be driving uphill or downhill ●When the accelerator pedal is released ●When driving on curves ●When the brake pedal is firmly depressed
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■New vehicle break-in driving (the first 1000 miles [1600 km])
The performance and long life of your vehicle are dependent on how you handle and care for your vehicle while it is new. Follow these instructions during the first 1000 miles (1600 km): ●Do not allow the engine speed to exceed 4000 rpm except in an emer-
gency.
●Do not drive at one constant engine or vehicle speed for a long time,
either fast or slow.
●Avoid starting suddenly and rapid acceleration, except in an emergency. ●Avoid hard braking, except in an emergency. The same break-in procedures should be applied to an overhauled engine, newly mounted engine or when brake pads or brake linings are replaced with new ones.
■Replacement of brake pad and lining
The front disc brake and the rear disc brake have audible wear indicators on the brake pads. If the brake pads wear close to their service limit, the wear indicator makes a very audible scraping noise when the brake pedal is applied.
If you hear this scraping noise each time you apply the brake pedal, have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
■Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings
When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only genuine SUBARU parts. After replacement, the new parts must be broken in as follows. Brake pad and lining While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 mph (50 to 65 km/h), step on the brake pedal lightly. Repeat this five or more times.
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Parking brake lining
STEP 3
STEP 2
STEP 1
Drive the vehicle at a speed of approximately 22 mph (35 km/h). With the parking brake release button pushed in, pull the parking brake lever SLOWLY and GENTLY (pulling with a force of approxi- mately 33.7 lbf [150 N, 15.3 kgf]). Drive the vehicle for approximately 220 yards (200 meters) in this condition. Wait 5 to 10 minutes for the parking brake to cool down. Repeat this procedure. Check the parking brake lever travel. If the parking brake lever travel is out of the specified range, adjust it by turning the adjusting nut located on the parking brake lever. Parking brake lever travel: →P. 419
■Drum-in-disc type parking brake systemSTEP 4
STEP 5
Your vehicle has a drum-in-disc type parking brake system. This type of brake system needs bedding-down of the brake shoes periodically or when- ever the parking brake shoes and/or drum are replaced. Have your SUBARU dealer perform the bedding down. (→P. 149)
■After the engine starts
In order to secure a rich exhaust sound when starting the vehicle and envi- ronmental performance, air intake and exhaust sounds become loud and vibrations may increase for a little while after the engine starts. This is not a malfunction.
■Operating your vehicle in a foreign country
Comply with the relevant vehicle registration laws and confirm the availability of the correct fuel. (→P. 413)
■REV indicator
When the set engine speed is reached the REV indicator comes on and a buzzer sounds to inform the driver. (→P. 197) (When the engine speed enters the red zone, the REV indicator flashes regard- less of settings.)
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WARNING
■When starting the vehicle (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
●Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine
running. This prevents the vehicle from creeping.
●Firmly depress the brake pedal because engine speed may increase immediately after starting the engine, when the air conditioning system is operating, when turning the steering wheel, etc., thereby causing creeping to become stronger. Apply the parking brake as necessary.
■When driving the vehicle
●Do not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accel-
erator pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal. • Accidentally depressing the accelerator pedal instead of the brake pedal will result in sudden acceleration that may lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.
• When backing up, you may twist your body around, leading to a diffi- culty in operating the pedals. Make sure to operate the pedals properly. • Make sure to keep a correct driving posture even when moving the vehicle only slightly. This allows you to depress the brake and acceler- ator pedals properly.
• Depress the brake pedal using your right foot. Depressing the brake pedal using your left foot may delay response in an emergency, result- ing in an accident.
●Do not drive the vehicle over or stop the vehicle near flammable materials. The exhaust system and exhaust gases can be extremely hot. These hot parts may cause a fire if there is any flammable material nearby.
●On vehicles with an automatic transmission, do not let the vehicle roll backward while the select lever is in a driving position, or roll forward while the select lever is in R. Doing so may cause the engine to stall or lead to poor brake and steering performance, resulting in an accident or damage to the vehicle.
●If the smell of exhaust is noticed inside the vehicle, open the windows and check that the trunk lid is closed. Large amounts of exhaust in the vehicle can cause driver drowsiness and an accident, resulting in death or a seri- ous health hazard. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately.
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●On vehicles with a manual transmission, do not shift the shift lever to R
while the vehicle is moving forward. Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●Do not shift the select lever to D (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or shift lever to 1 (vehicles with a manual transmission) while the vehicle is moving backward. Doing so can damage the transmission and may result in a loss of vehicle control.
●On vehicles with a manual transmission, do not release the clutch pedal too quickly. Doing so may propel the vehicle forward, possibly causing an accident.
●Moving the select lever to N (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or shift lever to neutral (vehicles with a manual transmission) while the vehi- cle is moving will disengage the engine from the transmission. Engine braking is not available when N or neutral is selected.
●During normal driving, do not turn off the engine. Turning the engine off while driving will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will be lost. This will make it more difficult to steer and brake, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so.
●Use engine braking (downshift) to maintain a safe speed when driving
down a steep hill. Using the brakes continuously may cause the brakes to overheat and lose effectiveness. (→P. 173, 179)
●Do not adjust the position of the steering wheel, the seat, or the inside or
outside rear view mirrors while driving. Doing so may result in a loss of vehicle control that can cause accidents, resulting in death or serious injury.
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●Always check that all passengers' arms, heads or other parts of their body
are not outside the vehicle, as this may result in death or serious injury.
●Do not drive in excess of the speed limit. Even if the legal speed limit per- mits it, do not drive over 85 mph (140 km/h) unless your vehicle has high- speed capability tires. Driving over 85 mph (140 km/h) may result in tire failure, loss of control and possible injury. Be sure to consult a tire dealer to determine whether the tires on your vehicle are high-speed capability tires or not before driving at such speeds. ■When driving on slippery road surfaces
●Sudden braking, acceleration and steering may cause tire slippage and
reduce your ability to control the vehicle, resulting in an accident.
●Sudden acceleration, engine braking due to shift changing, or changes in
engine speed could cause the vehicle to skid, resulting in an accident.
●After driving through a puddle, lightly depress the brake pedal to make sure that the brakes are functioning properly. Wet brake pads may prevent the brakes from functioning properly. If the brakes on only one side are wet and not functioning properly, steering control may be affected, resulting in an accident.
■When shifting the select lever or shift lever
●On vehicles with an automatic transmission, be careful not to shift the select lever with the accelerator pedal depressed. Shifting the select lever to a gear other than P or N may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an accident and result in death or serious injury.
●Do not place items in the select lever’s or shift lever’s surrounding area. It
may cause incorrect operation.
●If the select lever’s or shift lever’s boot is pulled out during cleaning, return it to its previous position. If the select lever’s or shift lever’s boot is left pulled out, the select lever or shift lever may become difficult to operate.
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WARNING
■If you hear a squealing or scraping noise (brake pad wear limit indica-
tors) Have your SUBARU dealer check and replace the brake pads as soon as possible. Rotor damage may result if the pads are not replaced when needed. It is dangerous to drive the vehicle when the wear limits of the brake pads and/or those of the brake discs are exceeded. (→P. 149)
■Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings
A safe location and situation should be selected for break-in driving.
■When the vehicle is stopped
●Do not race the engine.
If the vehicle is in any gear other than P or N (vehicles with an automatic transmission only) or neutral (vehicles with a manual transmission), the vehicle may accelerate suddenly and unexpectedly, causing an accident.
●Do not leave the vehicle with the engine running for a long time.
If such a situation cannot be avoided, park the vehicle in an open space and check that exhaust fumes do not enter the vehicle interior.
●On vehicles with an automatic transmission, in order to prevent accidents due to the vehicle rolling away, always keep depressing the brake pedal while the engine is running, and apply the parking brake as necessary.
●If the vehicle is stopped on an incline, in order to prevent accidents caused by the vehicle rolling forward or backward, always depress the brake pedal and securely apply the parking brake as needed.
●Avoid revving or racing the engine.
Running the engine at high speed while the vehicle is stopped may cause the exhaust system to overheat, which could result in a fire if combustible material is nearby.
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■When the vehicle is parked
●Do not leave glasses, cigarette lighters, spray cans, or soft drink cans in
the vehicle when it is in the sun. Doing so may result in the following: • Gas may leak from a cigarette lighter or spray can, and may lead to a
fire.
• The temperature inside the vehicle may cause the plastic lenses and
plastic material of glasses to deform or crack.
• Soft drink cans may fracture, causing the contents to spray over the interior of the vehicle, and may also cause a short circuit in the vehi- cle's electrical components.
●Do not leave cigarette lighters in the vehicle. If a cigarette lighter is in a place such as the glove box or on the floor, it may be lit accidentally when luggage is loaded or the seat is adjusted, causing a fire.
●Do not attach suction cups to the windshield or windows. Do not place containers such as air fresheners on the instrument panel or dashboard. Suction cups or containers may act as lenses, causing a fire in the vehicle. ●Do not leave a door or window open if the curved glass is coated with a metallized film such as a silver-colored one. Reflected sunlight may cause the glass to act as a lens, causing a fire.
●Always apply the parking brake, shift the select lever to P (vehicles with an
automatic transmission only), stop the engine and lock the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicle unattended while the engine is running.
●Do not touch the exhaust pipe while the engine is running or immediately
after turning the engine off. Doing so may cause burns.
●Do not leave the engine running in an area with snow build-up, or where it is snowing. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is running, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
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■Exhaust gases
Exhaust gases include harmful carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and odorless. Inhaling exhaust gases may lead to death or a serious health hazard. ●If the vehicle is in a poorly ventilated area, stop the engine. In a closed area, such as a garage, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle. This may lead to death or a serious health hazard.
●The exhaust system should be checked occasionally. If there is a hole or crack caused by corrosion, damage to a joint or abnormal exhaust noise, be sure to have the vehicle inspected and repaired by your SUBARU dealer. Failure to do so may allow exhaust gases to enter the vehicle, resulting in death or a serious health hazard.
■When taking a nap in the vehicle
Always turn the engine off. Otherwise, you may accidentally move the select lever or shift lever, or depress the accelerator pedal, this could cause an accident or fire due to engine overheating. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked in a poorly ventilated area, exhaust gases may collect and enter the vehicle, leading to death or a serious health hazard.
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■When braking
●When the brakes are wet, drive more cautiously.
Braking distance increases when the brakes are wet, and this may cause one side of the vehicle to brake differently than the other side. Also, the parking brake may not securely hold the vehicle.
●If the power brake assist function does not operate, do not follow other
vehicles closely and avoid hills or sharp turns that require braking. In this case, braking is still possible, but the brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual. Also, the braking distance will increase.
●Do not pump the brake pedal if the engine stalls.
Each push on the brake pedal uses up the reserve for the power-assisted brakes.
●The brake system consists of 2 individual hydraulic systems; if one of the systems fails, the other will still operate. In this case, the brake pedal should be depressed more firmly than usual and the braking distance will increase. If this happens, do not continue to drive the vehicle. Have your brakes fixed immediately.
CAUTION
■When driving the vehicle
Vehicles with an automatic transmission ●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving, as this may restrain driving torque.
●Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake
pedals at the same time to hold the vehicle on a hill.
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Vehicles with a manual transmission ●Do not depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the same time during
driving, as this may restrain driving torque.
●Do not shift gears unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. After shifting, do not release the clutch pedal abruptly. Doing so may damage the clutch, transmission and gears.
●Observe the following to prevent the clutch from being damaged.
• Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving.
Doing so may cause clutch trouble.
• Do not use any gear other than the 1st gear when starting off and mov-
• Do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle when stopping on an uphill
ing forward. Doing so may damage the clutch.
grade. Doing so may damage the clutch.
●Do not shift the shift lever to R when the vehicle is still moving. Doing so
may damage the clutch, transmission and gears.
●Do not release the clutch pedal too quickly. Doing so may damage the
transmission.
■When parking the vehicle (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Always shift the select lever to P. Failure to do so may cause the vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the accelerator pedal is acci- dentally depressed. Also set the parking brake.
■Avoiding damage to vehicle parts
●Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for
an extended period of time. Doing so may damage the power steering motor.
●When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid
damaging the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc.
●On vehicles with an automatic transmission, do not race the engine for more than 5 seconds in any position except the N or P position when the brake is applied or when chocks are used in the wheels. This may cause the transmission fluid to overheat.
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■Replacement of brake pad and lining
If you continue to drive despite the scraping noise from the audible brake pad wear indicator, it will result in the need for costly brake rotor repair or replacement.
■Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings
Pulling the parking brake lever too forcefully may cause the rear wheels to lock. To avoid this, be certain to pull the lever up slowly and gently.
■If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the following situations. Hold the steering wheel firmly and gradually depress the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle. ●It may be difficult to control your vehicle. ●The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations. ●The vehicle will lean abnormally. Information on what to do in case of a flat tire (→P. 378)
■When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain etc. Doing so may cause the following serious damage to the vehicle: ●Engine stalling ●Short in electrical components ●Engine damage caused by water immersion In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have your SUBARU dealer check the following: ●Brake function ●Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, trans-
mission, differential, etc.
●Lubricant condition for the propeller shaft, bearings and suspension joints
(where possible) and the function of all joints, bearings, etc.
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STEP 1
Performing the following operations when carrying the access key on your person starts the engine or changes push-button ignition switch modes. ■ Starting the engine Vehicles with an automatic transmission Check that the parking brake is set. Check that the select lever is set in P. If the select lever is not set in P, the engine may not be started. (→P. 172) Firmly depress the brake pedal. The keyless access with push button start system indicator light (green) will turn on. If the indicator light does not turn on, the engine cannot be started.
STEP 3
STEP 2
Press the push-button ignition switch.
The engine will crank until it starts or for up to 10 seconds, whichever is less. Continue depressing the brake pedal until the engine is com- pletely started. The engine can be started from any push-button ignition switch mode.
STEP 4
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STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
Check that the parking brake is set. Check that the shift lever is set in neutral. Firmly depress the clutch pedal. The keyless access with push button start system indicator light (green) will turn on. If the indicator light does not turn on, the engine cannot be started.
STEP 4
Press the push-button ignition switch.
The engine will crank until it starts or for up to 10 seconds, whichever is less. Continue depressing the clutch pedal until the engine is com- pletely started. The engine can be started from any push-button ignition switch mode.
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■ Stopping the engine Vehicles with an automatic transmission
STEP 4
STEP 3
STEP 2
STEP 1
Stop the vehicle. Shift the select lever to P. Set the parking brake. (→P. 183) Release the brake pedal. Press the push-button ignition switch. Check that the keyless access with push button start sys- tem indicator light (green) is off. Vehicles with a manual transmission
STEP 5
STEP 6
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6
While depressing the clutch pedal, stop the vehicle. Shift the shift lever to neutral. Set the parking brake. (→P. 183) Release the clutch pedal. Press the push-button ignition switch. Check that the keyless access with push button start sys- tem indicator light (green) is off.
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■ Changing push-button ignition switch mode Modes can be changed by pressing the push-button ignition switch with the brake pedal (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (vehicles with a manual transmission) released. (The mode changes each time the switch is pressed.)
Off* The hazard warning flashers can be used. The keyless access with push button start system indicator light (green) is off. “ACC” mode Some electrical components such as the power outlet can be used. The keyless access with push button start system indicator light (green) flashes slowly. “ON” mode All electrical components can be used. The keyless access with push button start system indicator light (green) flashes slowly.
*: Vehicles with an automatic transmission: If the select lever is in a position other than P when turning off the engine, the push-button ignition switch will be turned to “ACC” mode, not to off.
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When stopping the engine with the select lever in a position other than P (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
If the engine is stopped with the select lever in a position other than P, the push-button ignition switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to “ACC” mode. Perform the following procedure to turn the switch off:
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
Check that the parking brake is set. Shift the select lever to P. Check that the keyless access with push button start system indicator light (green) flashes slowly and then press the push- button ignition switch once. Check that the keyless access with push button start system indicator light (green) is off.
■Auto power off function
Vehicles with an automatic transmission If the vehicle is left in “ACC” or “ON” mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with the select lever in P, the push-button ignition switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely prevent bat- tery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the push-button ignition switch in “ACC” or “ON” mode for long periods of time when the engine is not run- ning. Vehicles with a manual transmission If the vehicle is left in “ACC” or “ON” mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour, the push-button ignition switch will automatically turn off. However, this function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle with the push-button ignition switch in “ACC” or “ON” mode for long periods of time when the engine is not running.
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■Operation of the push-button ignition switch
When operating the push-button ignition switch, one short, firm press is enough. If the switch is pressed improperly, the engine may not start or the push-button ignition switch mode may not change. It is not necessary to press and hold the switch.
■Access key battery depletion
→P. 34
■Conditions affecting operation
→P. 30
■Note for the “keyless access” entry function
→P. 31
■If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. (→P. 77) Contact your SUBARU dealer.
Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Check that the select lever is securely set in P. The engine may not start if the select lever is displaced out of P. The keyless access with push button start system indi- cator light (green) will flash quickly.
■Steering lock
After turning the push-button ignition switch off and opening and closing the doors, the steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the push-button ignition switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.
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■When the steering lock cannot be released
The keyless access with push button start system indicator light (green) will flash quickly. Vehicles with an automatic transmis- sion Check that the select lever is set in P. Press the push-button ignition switch while turning the steering wheel left and right. Vehicles with a manual transmission Press the push-button ignition switch while turning the steering wheel left and right.
■Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be sus- pended if the engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time. In this case, refrain from operating the engine. After about 10 seconds, the steering lock motor will resume functioning.
■When the keyless access with push button start system indicator light
flashes in yellow The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately.
■If the access key battery is depleted
→P. 325
■If the keyless access with push button start system has been deacti-
vated in a customized setting →P. 395
■Immediately after reconnecting the battery terminals due to replacing
the battery and so forth The engine may not start. If this occurs, turn the push-button ignition switch to “ON” mode, and start the engine after waiting at least 10 seconds. Idling may be unstable immediately after the engine starts, however, this is not a malfunction.
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■When starting the engine
●Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accelerator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances. Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
●If the keyless access with push button start system indicator light flashes in green after the engine has started, never drive the vehicle. The steering wheel is still locked, and it may result in an accident.
■Caution while driving
If engine failure occurs while the vehicle is moving, do not lock or open the doors until the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Activation of the steering lock in this circumstance may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
■Stopping the engine
Do not touch the push-button ignition switch during driving. When the push-button ignition switch is pressed for 3 seconds or longer or pressed 3 times successively, the engine will stop. When the engine stops, the brake booster will not function. A greater foot pressure will be required on the brake pedal. The power steering system will not operate either. A greater force will be required to steer, and it may result in an accident.
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■To prevent battery discharge
●Do not leave the push-button ignition switch in “ACC” or “ON” mode for
long periods of time without the engine running.
●If the keyless access with push button start system indicator light (green) is illuminated, the push-button ignition switch is not off. When exiting the vehicle, always check that the push-button ignition switch is off.
●Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Do not stop the engine when the select lever is in a position other than P. If the engine is stopped in another select lever position, the push-button ignition switch will not be turned off but instead be turned to “ACC” mode. If the vehicle is left in “ACC” mode,
