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battery discharge may occur.
■When starting the engine ●Do not race a cold engine. ●If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi-
cle checked by your SUBARU dealer immediately.
■Symptoms indicating a malfunction with the push-button ignition
switch If the push-button ignition switch seems to be operating somewhat differently than usual, such as the switch sticking slightly, there may be a malfunction. Contact your SUBARU dealer immediately.
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2-1. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch (vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system)
STEP 1
■ Starting the engine Vehicles with an automatic transmission Check that the parking brake is set. Check that the select lever is set in P. Firmly depress the brake pedal. Turn the engine switch to the “START” position to start the engine.
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
Vehicles with a manual transmission
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
Check that the parking brake is set. Check that the shift lever is set in neutral. Firmly depress the clutch pedal. Turn the engine switch to the “START” position to start the engine.
■ Changing the engine switch positions
“LOCK” The steering wheel is locked and the key can be removed. (Vehicles with an automatic transmission: The key can be removed only when the select lever is in P.) “ACC” Some electrical components such as the power outlet can be used. “ON” All electrical components can be used. “START” For starting the engine.
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■Turning the key from “ACC” to “LOCK”
STEP 1
STEP 2
Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Shift the select lever to P. (→P. 172) Vehicles with a manual transmission: Shift the shift lever to neutral. (→P. 179)
Push in the key and turn to the “LOCK” position.
■If the engine does not start
Remove the key and try again. If the engine does not start, the engine immo- bilizer system may not have been deactivated. (→P. 77) Contact your SUBARU dealer.
■When the steering lock cannot be released
When starting the engine, the engine switch may seem stuck in the “LOCK” position. To free it, turn the key while turn- ing the steering wheel slightly left and right.
■Key reminder function
A buzzer sounds if the driver’s door is opened while the engine switch is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position to remind you to remove the key.
■Immediately after reconnecting the battery terminals due to replacing
the battery and so forth The engine may not start. If this occurs, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position, and start the engine after waiting at least 10 seconds. Idling may be unstable immediately after the engine starts, however, this is not a malfunc- tion.
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WARNING
■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.
■Caution when driving
Do not turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position while driving. If, in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the vehicle is moving, turn the engine switch only to the “ACC” position to stop the engine. An accident may result if the engine is stopped while driving.
CAUTION
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the engine switch in the “ACC” or “ON” position for long periods of time without the engine running.
■When starting the engine
●Do not crank the engine for more than 10 seconds at a time. This may
overheat the starter and wiring system. If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to the “LOCK” position and try to start the engine again after waiting for 10 seconds or more.
●Do not race a cold engine. ●If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have your vehi-
cle checked by your SUBARU dealer immediately.
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2-1. Driving procedures Automatic transmission∗
Select a shift position appropriate for the driving conditions. ■ Shifting the select lever
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system While the engine switch is in the “ON” position, move the select lever with the brake pedal depressed. When shifting the select lever between P and D, make sure that the vehicle is completely stopped. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system While the push-button ignition switch is in “ON” mode, move the select lever with the brake pedal depressed. When shifting the select lever between P and D, make sure that the vehicle is completely stopped.
∗: If equipped
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■ Shift position uses
Shift position
Meter display
Function
Parking the vehicle/starting the
engine
Reversing
Neutral
Normal D position driving*
(gears between “1” and “6” are
automatically selected)
(paddle shift levers activated)
Temporary manual mode driv-
ing (→P. 177)
Manual mode driving (→P. 175)
*: Shifting to the D position allows the system to select a gear suitable for the driving conditions. Setting the select lever to the D position is rec- ommended for normal driving.
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■ Selecting a driving mode
By pressing the driving pattern selector switch the following modes can be selected to suit driving and usage conditions:
Normal mode Sport mode The “SPORT” indicator comes on. Use sport mode for sporty driving or when driving in mountainous regions with lots of curves. Snow mode The “SNOW” indicator comes on. Use snow mode for accelerating and driving on slippery road surfaces such as snow.
To cancel sport mode or snow mode, press the same side of the switch again.
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Manual mode driving
To enter manual mode, shift the select lever to the M position. While the upshift/downshift indicator light is illuminated, gears can be selected by operating the select lever or paddle shift levers, allowing you to drive in the gear of your choosing.
Even if upshifting operations are performed, if vehicle speed is too low for the requested gear, the gear will not change.
Upshift indicator Downshift indicator Upshifting (+) Downshifting (-)
Each time the select lever or paddle shift levers are operated, the gear changes up or down one gear and the selected gear, “1” through “6”, will be set.
The selected gear, from “1” to “6”, and “M” will be displayed on the shift position and shift range indi- cator.
When in manual mode, the gear will not change unless the select lever or paddle shift levers are operated. However, even when in manual mode, the gears will be automatically changed in the following situations: ● When vehicle speed drops (downshift only). ● When engine oil temperature is high and engine speed rises close
to the red zone.
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■When moving the select lever out of P
If the select lever is pushed sideways before the brake pedal is depressed, select lever operation may not be possible. Depress the brake pedal before shifting the select lever out of P.
■Downshifting restrictions warning buzzer
If downshifting operations are performed at a vehicle speed by which down- shifting is not possible (when downshifting will cause the engine speed to enter the red zone), a buzzer will sound to warn the driver that downshifting cannot be performed.
■When driving with cruise control activated
Downshifting can be performed even when using cruise control. After down- shifting, the set speed continues. (→P. 175, 177)
■Sport mode
●In sport mode, lower gears are used and gears change at a higher
engine speed.
●If sport mode is changed to while the select lever is in the M position, the “SPORT” indicator will come on but sport mode controls will not be car- ried out. Shift the select lever to the D position.
●Sport mode cannot be changed to when driving with cruise control acti-
vated.
■Snow mode
To prevent slipping, 1st gear cannot be selected when in snow mode.
■Sport mode and snow mode automatic deactivation
In the following situations, the driving mode is automatically deactivated: ●When the engine is turned off after driving in sport mode or snow mode. ●When cruise control is activated while driving in sport mode.
■If the select lever cannot be shifted from P
→P. 392
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■Automatic gear selection when the vehicle is stopped
When the vehicle is idling at high rpm in order to warm up, and the vehicle is on a slippery road, the transmission may automatically shift to 2nd gear for stopping and starting off.
■Temporary manual mode driving
Temporary manual mode driving can be changed to by operating the paddle shift levers while the select lever is in the D position. When this occurs, the selected gear and “D” are displayed on the shift position and shift range indicator. (When engine speed rises close to the red zone, upshifting will be automatically performed.)
Temporary manual mode driving will be deactivated and normal D position driving will be returned to in the following situations: ●When driving for longer than the set time (the set time differs according
to driving conditions).
●When the vehicle comes to a stop. ●When the accelerator pedal is continually depressed for longer than the
set time.
●When the accelerator pedal is fully, or near-fully, depressed.
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■Adaptive control
In order to realize smoother driving while driving in D position, an appropri- ate gear is automatically selected by limiting upshifting and performing downshifting operations according to driver operations and driving condi- tions. ●When driving uphill, prevents unnecessary upshifting and downshifting. ●When driving downhill, downshifting is performed at engine speeds
higher than usual.
●When driving on curves, prevents upshifting even when accelerating. ●When the brake pedal is depressed firmly, downshifting is automatically
performed, fully utilizing engine braking.
●When the accelerator pedal is suddenly released, prevents upshifting. Adaptive control operates automatically when the select lever is in the D position. (The function is canceled when the paddle shift levers are operated or the select lever is shifted to the M position.)
WARNING
■When driving on slippery road surfaces
Be careful of downshifting and sudden acceleration, as this could result in the vehicle skidding to the side or spinning.
■To prevent incorrect operation
Do not attach items such as accessories to the paddle shift levers. Doing so may unintentionally move the paddle shift levers.
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2-1. Driving procedures Manual Transmission∗
■ Shifting the shift lever
Fully depress the clutch pedal before operating the shift lever, and then release it slowly. ■ Shifting the shift lever to R
Shift the shift lever to R while lifting up the ring section.
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Shift-up indicator
To help enable fuel-efficient driv- ing, the shift-up indicator flashes 3 times to indicate upshift timing. The indicator’s default setting is off. The indicator can be turned on/off. (→P. 188)
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CAUTION
■To prevent damage to the transmission
●Do not shift the shift lever without
depressing the clutch pedal.
●Do not lift up the ring section except when shifting the lever to R. ●Shift the shift lever to R only when the vehicle is stationary and the clutch
pedal is fully depressed.
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2-1. Driving procedures Turn signal lever
The turn signal lever can be used to show the following intentions of the driver:
Right turn Left turn Lane change to the right (push and hold the lever partway) The right hand signals will flash until you release the lever. Lane change left (push and hold the lever partway) The left hand signals will flash until you release the lever.
the
to
■Turn signals can be operated when
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system The engine switch is in the “ON” position. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system The push-button ignition switch is in “ON” mode.
■If the indicators flash faster than usual
Check that a light bulb in the turn signal lights has not burned out.
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2-1. Driving procedures Parking brake
U.S.A.
Canada
To set the parking brake, fully pull the parking brake lever while depressing the brake pedal. To release the parking brake, slightly raise the lever and lower it completely while pressing the button.
■Usage in winter time
→P. 226
CAUTION
■Before driving
Fully release the parking brake. Driving the vehicle with the parking brake set will lead to brake components overheating, which may affect braking performance and increase brake wear.
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2-1. Driving procedures Horn
To sound the horn, press on or close to the
mark.
■After adjusting the steering wheel
Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked. The horn may not sound if the steering wheel is not securely locked. (→P. 65)
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2-2. Instrument cluster Gauges and meters
Analog Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed. Tachometer Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Digital Speedometer Displays the vehicle speed. Fuel gauge Displays the quantity of fuel remaining in the tank. Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine coolant temperature. Odometer, trip meter and multi-information display Odometer: Displays the total distance the vehicle has been driven. Trip meter: Displays the distance the vehicle has been driven since the meter was last reset. Trip meters A and B can be used to record and display different distances independently. Multi-information display: Presents the driver with a variety of driving- related data. (→P. 195)
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“DISP” switch →P. 196
“ODO/TRIP” switch →P. 187
“km/h MPH” switch Each time the switch is pressed, the display inside the meter changes between km/h and MPH.186
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Switch the display
Each time the “ODO/TRIP” switch is pressed, the display changes as follows.
Odometer Trip meter A*1
Trip meter B*1
Setting screen for tachometer indicator needle movement function when starting the vehicle*2
Setting screen for the shift position indicator and shift-up indica- tor*2 (vehicles with a manual transmission)*1:Pressing and holding the “ODO/TRIP” switch will reset the trip meter that
is currently displayed.
*2:Only displayed when the engine switch is in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position (vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system), or when the push-button ignition switch is in “ACC” mode or turned off (vehi- cles with a keyless access with push button start system).
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Tachometer indicator needle movement function when starting the vehicle
When the engine switch is turned to “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), the tachometer indicator needle points to the highest value once and then quickly returns. ■ Changing between activated/deactivated
STEP 1
STEP 2
Press the “ODO/TRIP” switch repeatedly until the setting screen is displayed. (→P. 187) Each time the switch is pressed and held, the function changes between activated/deactivated. “S-on”: Activated “S-oFF”: Deactivated
Setting the shift position indicator and shift-up indicator (vehicles with a manual transmission)
Displaying of the shift position indicator and shift-up indicator can be turned on/off.
STEP 1
STEP 2
Press the “ODO/TRIP” switch repeatedly until the setting screen is displayed. (→P. 187) Each time the switch is pressed and held, the display changes between on/off. “G-on”: Display on “G-oFF”: Display off
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Instrument panel light control
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
Brighter Darker
■The brightness of the instrument panel lights
When the parking lights or the headlights turn on, the instrument panel lights will dim. However, when the instrument panel brightness control dial is turned to the up most position, the instrument panel lights will not dim even when the parking lights or headlights turn on.
■Fuel gauge
●When the indicator needle is close to “E”, promptly refuel the vehicle. ●The relationship between the indicator needle and the consumed amount
(remaining fuel) is not always accurate. Only use it as a reference.
●When the vehicle is on an incline or curve, sudden acceleration and stops and so forth cause the fuel inside the tank to move which may cause the indicator needle to move up and down.
CAUTION
■To prevent damage to the engine and its components
●Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which
indicates the maximum engine speed.
●The engine may be overheating if the temperature gauge is in the red zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely. (→P. 403)
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2-2. Instrument cluster Indicators and warning lights
The indicator and warning lights on the instrument cluster and cen- ter panel inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various sys- tems. For the purpose of explanation, the following illustration displays all indicators and warning lights illuminated. Instrument cluster
Center panel
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■ Indicators
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various systems.
Turn signal indicator (→P. 182)
Headlight high beam indicator (→P. 201)
Front fog light indicator (→P. 206)
(If equipped)
Security indicator (→P. 77, 81)
Keyless access with push button start sys- tem indicator light (→P. 160) Shift position and shift range indicator (→P. 173)
(If equipped)
(Vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Upshift/downshift indi- cator (→P. 175, 177) (Vehicles with an automatic transmission)
“SPORT” indicator (→P. 174)
(Vehicles with an automatic transmission)
“SNOW” indicator (→P. 174)
(Vehicles with an automatic transmission)
Shift position indicator (→P. 179)
(Vehicles with a manual transmission) Shift-up indicator (→P. 180)
(Vehicles with a manual transmission)
*1, 2
Slip indicator (→P. 215)
*1
*1
*1
Traction Control Sys- tem OFF indicator light (→P. 216)
Vehicle stability control (VSC) off indicator (→P. 218)
“VSC SPORT” indicator (→P. 217)
REV indicator (→P. 150)
Cruise control indicator (→P. 210)
“SET” indicator (→P. 210)
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*3
Airbag on-off indicator (→P. 122) *1: Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system These lights turn on when the push-button ignition switch is turned to “ON” mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating. *3: 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 key- less 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 indicators illuminate for 6 seconds during the system check. After the system check, both the ON and OFF indicators turn off for 2 seconds. 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 collision. 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 indicators remain off after the system check, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately.
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■ Warning lights
Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s systems. (→P. 364)
*1
*1
*1
*1
*4
*4
*1
*1
*1
(U.S.A.) *1
(Canada) *1
(U.S.A.) *2
(Canada) *3
*1
(U.S.A.) *1
(Canada) (If equipped) (If equipped)
*1
(for driver)
(for front passen-
ger)
(If equipped)
*1: Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start sys-
tem These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer for details. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system These lights turn on when the push-button ignition switch is turned to “ON” mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer for details.
*2: The light flashes in yellow to indicate a malfunction. The light flashes quickly in green to indicate that the steering lock has not been released.
*3: The light comes on in yellow to indicate a malfunction.
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*4: Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start sys-
tem These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the “ON” position to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is started. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer for details. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system These lights turn on when the push-button ignition switch is turned to “ON” mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is started. There may be a mal- function in a system if a light does not come on, or if the lights do not turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer for details.
WARNING
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS airbag system warn- ing light not come on when you start the engine, this could mean that these systems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately if this occurs.
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2-2. Instrument cluster Multi-information display
The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driving-related data, including the current outside air temperature.
● Outside temperature ● Current fuel consumption ● Average fuel consumption ● Setting screen for the REV
indicator
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Switch the display
Each time the “DISP” switch is pressed, the display changes as fol- lows.
Outside temperature →P. 263
Current fuel consumption Displays the current rate of fuel consumption. Average fuel consumption Displays the average fuel consumption since the function was reset.• The function can be reset by pushing the “DISP” switch for longer
than one second when the average fuel consumption is displayed.
• Use the displayed average fuel consumption as a reference.
Setting screen for the REV indicator* →P. 197
*: Only displayed when the vehicle is stopped.
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Setting the REV indicator
■ Changing the REV indicator settings
The engine speed at which the REV indicator turns on at and whether a buzzer sounds or not when the light turns on can be set. Engine speed setting range: From 2000 to 7400 rpm (r/min)
STEP 1
Press the “DISP” switch repeatedly until the setting screen is displayed. (→P. 196)
STEP 2
STEP 3
Press and hold switch.
the
“DISP”
“REV.” and the thousandth place flash. After flashing, the number changes each time the button is pressed and held.
Press the “DISP” switch. flashes. The hundredth place number After the changes each time the button is pressed and held.
flashing,
STEP 4
Press the “DISP” switch. A buzzer sounds once, and setting of the engine speed value is complete.
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STEP 5
Press and hold switch.
the
“DISP”
Each time the “DISP” switch is pressed and held, the buzzer changes between activated and deactivated. ”b-on”: Buzzer activated ”b-oFF”: Buzzer deactivated When the setting changes from “b-oFF” the buzzer sounds 3 times.
to “b-on”,
STEP 6
Press the “DISP” switch. When the buzzer sounds, all settings have been completed. The set- tings are displayed.
■ Deactivating the REV indicator settings
the
After setting thousandth place to “-”, press the “DISP” switch once.
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■The multi-information display operate when
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system The engine switch is in the “ON” position. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system The push-button ignition switch is in “ON” mode.
WARNING
■The information display at low temperatures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm up before using the liquid crystal information display. At extremely low temperatures, the information display monitor may respond slowly, and display changes may be delayed. For example, there is a lag between the driver's shifting and the new shift position number appearing on the display. In this case, wait until the display changes and take care not to downshift again, causing rapid and excessive engine braking and possibly an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers Headlight switch
The headlights can be operated manually or automatically. Turning the end of the lever turns on the lights as follows:
the
Off The daytime running lights turn on. The headlights, park- ing, daytime running lights and so on turn on and off automatically. (Vehicles without a key- less access with push button start system: When engine switch is in the “ON” position Vehicles with a keyless access with push but- ton start system: When the push-button igni- tion switch is in “ON” mode) The side marker, park- ing, tail, license plate, daytime running lights and instrument panel lights turn on. The headlights and all the lights listed above (except daytime run- ning lights) turn on.
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Turning on the high beam headlights
With the headlights on, push the lever forward to turn on the high beams. Pull the lever back to the center position to turn the high beams off. Pull the lever toward you and release it to flash the high beams once. You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off.
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Manual headlight leveling dial
The level of the headlights can be adjusted according to the number of passengers and the loading condition of the vehicle.
Raises the level of the head- lights Lowers the level of the head- lights
■ Guide to dial settings
Occupancy and luggage load conditions Occupants Luggage load
Dial position
Driver
Driver and front pas-
senger
All seats occupied All seats occupied
Driver
None
None
None
Full luggage loading Full luggage loading
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■Daytime running light system
●Vehicles with an automatic transmission: To make your vehicle more visi- ble to other drivers, the daytime running lights turn on automatically whenever the engine is started, the select lever is shifted out of P and the parking brake is released. Daytime running lights are not designed for use at night.
●Vehicles with a manual transmission: To make your vehicle more visible to other drivers, the daytime running lights turn on automatically when- ever the engine is started and the parking brake is released. Daytime running lights are not designed for use at night.
●Compared to turning on the headlights, the daytime running light system offers greater durability and consumes less electricity, so it can help improve fuel economy.
■Headlight control sensor
Headlight control sensor is located on the passenger's side. The sensor may not function properly if an object is placed on the sensor, or any- thing that blocks the sensor is affixed to the windshield. Doing so the sensor detecting the level of ambient light and may cause the automatic headlight sys- tem to malfunction.
interferes with
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■Automatic light off system
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system The light switch is in , the headlights and tail lights turn off 30 seconds after a door is opened and closed if the key is removed from the engine switch. (The lights turn off immediately if on the key is pressed after all the doors are locked.) To turn the lights on again, turn the engine switch to the “ON” position, or turn the lights off and then back to Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system , the headlights and tail lights turn off 30 seconds The light switch is in after a door is opened and closed if the push-button ignition switch is turned off. (The lights turn off immediately if on the key is pressed after all the doors are locked.) To turn the lights on again, turn the push-button ignition switch to “ON” mode, or turn the light switch off and then back to
or
or
■Light reminder buzzer
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system A buzzer sounds when the engine switch is turned to “LOCK” position and the driver's door is opened with the key removed from the engine switch while the lights are turned on. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system A buzzer sounds when the push-button ignition switch is turned off or turned to “ACC” mode and the driver's door is opened while the lights are turned on.
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■Battery-saving function
In the following conditions, the headlights and the other remaining lights will go off automatically after 20 minutes in order to prevent the vehicle battery from being discharged: ●The headlights and/or tail lights are on. ●The key is removed from the engine switch (vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system) or the push-button ignition switch is turned off (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start sys- tem).
or
●The light switch is in This function will be canceled in any of the following situations: ●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)
●When the light switch is operated ●When the door is opened or closed
■Customization that can be configured at your SUBARU dealer
Settings (e.g. light sensor sensitivity) can be changed. (Customizable features →P. 439)
CAUTION
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not run- ning.
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The fog lights secure excellent visibility in difficult driving condi- tions, such as in rain and fog.
Turns the front fog lights off Turns the front fog lights on
■Fog lights can be used when
The headlights are on in low beam.
∗: If equipped
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When intermittent windshield wiper operation is selected, the wiper interval can be adjusted. The wiper operation is selected by moving the lever as follows.
windshield
Intermittent wiper operation Low speed windshield wiper operation High wiper operation Temporary operation
speed windshield
Decreases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency Increases intermittent windshield wiper frequency
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Washer/wiper dual opera- tion The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts.
■The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system The engine switch is in the “ON” position. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system The push-button ignition switch is in “ON” mode.
■If no windshield washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked if there is washer fluid in the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
WARNING
■Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
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CAUTION
■When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield.
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may over- heat.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your SUBARU dealer. Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.
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2-4. Using other driving systems Cruise control
Use the cruise control to maintain a set speed without depressing the accelerator pedal.
Indicators Cruise control switch
■ Setting the vehicle speed
STEP 1
Press the “ON-OFF” button to activate the cruise control.
Cruise control indicator (green) will come on. Press deactivate the cruise control.
the button again
to
Accelerate or decelerate the vehicle to the desired speed, and push the lever down to set the speed.
“SET” indicator will come on. The vehicle speed at the moment the lever is released becomes the set speed.
STEP 2
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■ Adjusting the set speed
To change the set speed, operate the lever until the desired set speed is obtained.
Increases the speed Decreases the speed Fine adjustment: Momentarily move the lever in the desired direction. Large adjustment: Hold lever in the desired direction.
the
The set speed will be increased or decreased as follows: Fine adjustment (U.S.A.): By approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h) each time the lever is operated. Fine adjustment (Canada): By approximately 0.6 mph (1 km/h) each time the lever is operated. Large adjustment: The vehicle speed can be increased or decreased continually until the lever is released. Then, release the lever. The vehi- cle speed at that moment will be memorized and treated as the new set speed.
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■ Canceling and resuming the constant speed control
Pulling the lever toward you cancels the constant speed control. The speed setting is also can- celed when: • The brakes are applied. • The pedal
clutch
lever
up constant
depressed (manual mission only). the the
Pushing resumes speed control. Resuming is available when the vehicle speed is more than approximately 20 mph (32 km/h).
is trans-
■Cruise control can be set when
Vehicles with an automatic transmission ●The select lever is in D or M and the vehicle is in the 2nd gear or higher. ●Vehicle speed is above approximately 25 mph (40 km/h). Vehicles with a manual transmission ●The vehicle is in the 2nd gear or higher. ●Vehicle speed is above approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
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■Accelerating after setting the vehicle speed
●The vehicle can be accelerated normally. After acceleration, the set
speed resumes.
●Even without canceling the cruise control, the set speed can be increased by first accelerating the vehicle to the desired speed and then pushing the lever down to set the new speed.
■Automatic cruise control cancelation
Cruise control will stop maintaining the vehicle speed in any of the following situations. ●Actual vehicle speed is below approximately 20 mph (32 km/h). ●Vehicle stability control (VSC) is activated. ■The system may be malfunctioning when
In the following situations, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehi- cle inspected by your SUBARU dealer. ●The cruise control indicator light comes on in yellow. ●The cruise control indicator does not come on even when the “ON-OFF”
button is pressed while the engine is running.
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WARNING
■Cruise control precaution (vehicles with an automatic transmission)
You can cancel the cruise control by shifting the select lever into the N posi- tion. However, do not shift the lever into the N position while driving except in case of emergency. If the select lever is shifted into the N position, the engine brake will no longer work. This could result in an accident.
■To avoid operating the cruise control by mistake
Switch the cruise control off using the “ON-OFF” button when not in use.
■Situations unsuitable for cruise control
Do not use cruise control in any of the following situations. Doing so may result in loss of control and could cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury. ●In heavy traffic ●On roads with sharp bends ●On winding roads ●On slippery roads, such as those covered with rain, ice or snow ●On steep hills
Vehicle speed may exceed the set speed when driving down a steep hill.
●During emergency towing
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2-4. Using other driving systems Driving assist systems
To help enhance driving safety and performance, the following sys- tems operate automatically in response to various driving situations. Be aware, however, that these systems are supplementary and should not be relied upon too heavily when operating the vehicle. ■ ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Helps to prevent wheel lock when the brakes are applied suddenly, or if the brakes are applied while driving on a slippery road surface
■ Brake assist
Generates an increased level of braking force after the brake pedal is depressed when the system detects a panic stop situation
■ Vehicle stability control (VSC)
Helps the driver to control skidding when swerving suddenly or turning on slippery road surfaces
■ TRAC (Traction Control)
Helps to maintain drive power and prevent the drive wheels from spin- ning when starting the vehicle or accelerating on slippery roads. The TRAC system is also equipped with the brake LSD function.
■ Electric power steering
Employs an electric motor to reduce the amount of effort needed to turn the steering wheel
When the TRAC/Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems are operating
The slip indicator light will flash while the TRAC (brake LSD function)/Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems are operating.
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Disabling the TRAC system
If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow, the TRAC system may
reduce power from the engine to the wheels. Pressing to turn the system off may make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in order to free it. In this case, the brake LSD function remains on.
To turn the TRAC system off, quickly press and release the button.
The Traction Control System OFF indicator light will come on. Press the button again to turn the system back on.
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Vehicle stability control (VSC) SPORT mode
Your vehicle is equipped with two types of control modes to accom- modate various driving preferences. The control modes can be selected with the “VSC SPORT” switch. Normal mode allows secure and smooth normal driving. When the switch is pressed, Vehicle sta- bility control (VSC) SPORT mode is activated. Control characteristics such as the Vehicle stability control (VSC) and TRAC are adjusted to afford maneuverability closer to what a driver may have imagined, while a sense of security is retained.
Vehicle stability control (VSC) SPORT mode/Normal mode
The “VSC SPORT” indicator and Vehicle stability control (VSC) off indicator come on when in Vehi- cle stability control (VSC) SPORT mode.
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■Turning off both TRAC and Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems
To turn the TRAC and Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems off, press and
hold
for more than 3 seconds while the vehicle is stopped.
The Traction Control System OFF indicator light and the Vehicle stability control (VSC) off indicator light will come on. In this case, the brake LSD function remains on. Press the button again to turn the systems back on.
■Automatic reactivation of TRAC and Vehicle stability control (VSC) sys-
tems After turning the TRAC and Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems off, the systems will be automatically reactivated in the following situations: ●Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system: When
the engine switch is turned to “LOCK” position
●Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system: When the
push-button ignition switch is turned off
●If only the TRAC system is turned off, the TRAC will turn on when vehicle
speed is more than approximately 31 mph (50 km/h). If both the TRAC and Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems are turned off, automatic reactivation will not occur when vehicle speed increases.
■Automatic deactivation of Vehicle stability control (VSC) SPORT mode
Vehicles without a keyless access with push button start system When the engine switch is turned to “LOCK” position after driving in Vehicle stability control (VSC) SPORT mode, the mode is automatically deactivated. Vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system When the push-button ignition switch is turned off after driving in Vehicle sta- bility control (VSC) SPORT mode, the mode is automatically deactivated.
■Sounds and vibrations caused by the ABS, brake assist, TRAC and
Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems ●A sound may be heard from the engine compartment when the brake pedal is depressed repeatedly, when the engine is started or just after the vehicle begins to move. This sound does not indicate that a malfunction has occurred in any of these systems.
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●Any of the following conditions may occur when the above systems are
operating. None of these indicates that a malfunction has occurred. • Vibrations may be felt through the vehicle body and steering. • A motor sound may be heard after the vehicle comes to a stop. • The brake pedal may pulsate slightly after the ABS is activated. • The brake pedal may move down slightly after the ABS is activated.
■Electric power steering operation sound
When the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may be heard. This does not indicate a malfunction.
■Reduced effectiveness of the electric power steering system
The effectiveness of the electric power steering system is reduced to pre- vent the system from overheating when there is frequent steering input over an extended period of time. The steering wheel may feel heavy as a result. Should this occur, refrain from excessive steering input or stop the vehicle and turn the engine off. The electric power steering system should return to normal after a little while.
WARNING
■The ABS does not operate effectively when
●Tires with inadequate gripping ability are used (such as excessively worn
tires on a snow covered road).
●The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads. ■Stopping distance when the ABS is operating may exceed that of nor-
mal conditions The ABS is not designed to shorten the vehicle’s stopping distance. Always maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you in the following situ- ations: ●When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads ●When driving with tire chains ●When driving over bumps in the road ●When driving over roads with potholes or uneven surfaces
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WARNING
■TRAC may not operate effectively when
Directional control and power may not be achievable while driving on slip- pery road surfaces, even if the TRAC system is operating. Do not drive the vehicle in conditions where stability and power may be lost. ■When the Vehicle stability control (VSC) and/or brake LSD function is
activated The slip indicator light flashes. Always drive carefully. Reckless driving may cause an accident. Exercise particular care when the indicator light flashes. ■When the TRAC/Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems are turned off Be especially careful and drive at a speed appropriate to the road condi- tions. As these are the systems to ensure vehicle stability and driving force, do not turn the TRAC/Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems off unless nec- essary.
■Replacing tires
Make sure that all tires are of the specified size, brand, tread pattern and total load capacity. In addition, make sure that the tires are inflated to the recommended tire inflation pressure level. The ABS, TRAC and Vehicle stability control (VSC) systems will not function correctly if different tires are installed on the vehicle. Contact your SUBARU dealer for further information when replacing tires or wheels.
■Handling of tires and suspension
Using tires with any kind of problem or modifying the suspension will affect the driving assist systems, and may cause a system to malfunction.
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2-5. Driving information Cargo and luggage
Take notice of the following information about storage precau- tions, cargo capacity and load:
● Stow cargo and luggage in the trunk whenever possible. ● Be sure all items are secured in place. ● To maintain vehicle balance while driving, position luggage
evenly within the luggage compartment.
● For better fuel economy, do not carry unnecessary weight.
Capacity and distribution
Cargo capacity depends on the total weight of the occupants. (Cargo capacity) = (Total load capacity) - (Total weight of occupants) Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit (1)Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle's placard.
(2)Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that
will be riding in your vehicle.
(3)Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from
XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and lug-
gage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400 - 750 (5 × 150) = 650 lbs.)
(5)Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the avail- able cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
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(6)If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. (→P. 410) SUBARU does not recommend towing a trailer with your vehicle. Your vehicle is not designed for trailer towing.
Example on your vehicle
Cargo capacity Total load capacity
When 2 people with the combined weight of 366 lb. (166 kg) are riding in your vehicle, which has a total load capacity of 699 lb. (317
kg), the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity will be as follows: 699 lb. - 366 lb. = 333 lb. (317 kg -166 kg = 151 kg)In this condition, if 2 more passengers with the combined weight of 258 lb. (117 kg) get on, the available cargo and luggage load will be reduced as follows:
333 lb. - 258 lb. = 75 lb. (151 kg - 117 kg = 34 kg) As shown in the example above, if the number of occupants increases, the cargo and luggage load will be reduced by an amount that equals the increased weight due to the additional occupants. In other words, if an increase in the number of occupants causes an excess of the total load capacity (combined weight of occupants plus cargo and luggage load), you must reduce the cargo and luggage on your vehicle.
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