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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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■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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2-1. Driving procedures Push-button ignition switch (vehicles with a keyless access with push button start system)
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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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.
●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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CAUTION
■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, 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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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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■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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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)
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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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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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2-3. Operating the lights and windshield wipers
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
