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station for 5 seconds while displaying the channel number, after which scanning will continue until the entire channel has been scanned from the low end to the high end. Press the “SCAN” button (19) again to cancel the SCAN mode and to stop on any displayed station. When the “SCAN” button is pressed for automatic tuning, stations are only scanned in an upward direction. ! Category mode Press the “CAT” button (21) for at least 2
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In-dash 6 CD auto changer (if equipped) & Loading and unloading compact discs
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(1) Disc slot (2) Disc indicators (disc No.1 to 6) (3) Disc select buttons (disc No.1 to 6) (4) Eject button (5) Disc slot indicator
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CAUTION
. Do not attempt to insert two or more discs into the slot at a time. Doing so can cause mechanical damage to the CD changer.
. Use only music CDs identified by
mark.
. Do not use CDs listed in the following which could cause da- mage to the CD player. – 3 inch (8 cm) compact disc – Any disc with a peel-off or seal
on it
– Bent disc – Cleaning disc – CD accessory (e.g., 3 inch (8
cm) disc adapter)
. Do not insert or remove any disc when the automatic transmission selector lever is in the park position; the selector lever in that position can interfere with disc insertion or removal, causing scratches on the disc surface (for AT vehicles).
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! To insert a disc 1. Press one of the disc select buttons (3) (numbered from 1 to 6) for which the disc indicator light (2) is “OFF”. The disc indicator lights are located directly above the corresponding disc select buttons. 2. The indicator will begin blinking. The blinking will last for 15 seconds. During this period, insert a desired disc, and the disc will begin to play. (If any disc is not inserted during this period, the “Disc slot” (1) door will close. Repeat Step 1.) Be sure to hold a disc with the label side (the side where titles are printed) up. 3. To insert another disc, repeat Steps 1
and 2 choosing a different disc select button.! To insert six discs at a time 1. Press and hold the disc select button number 1 until all disc indicators begin blinking (approximately 1.5 seconds). 2. The indicators will blink for 15 sec- onds. During this period, insert desired six discs. the first 3. When all discs are loaded, disc will begin to play. (If no disc is inserted within this 15 seconds, the entire disc load sequence will be canceled.)
! To remove a disc 1. Press the desired one of the disc select buttons (3) (numbered from 1 to 6) for which the disc indicator light is on. 2. Press the eject button (4). The se- lected disc will be ejected and the indicator light will begin blinking. 3. To remove another disc, repeat Steps 1 and 2 choosing a different disc select button. (To remove discs when the ignition switch is in the “Lock” position, press the eject button, and the first disc will be ejected. Press the eject button again, and the next disc will be ejected and so on. At this time, the disc select buttons are disabled.)
! To remove all discs at one time 1. Press and hold the eject button (4) until all “Disc” indicators begin blinking (approximately 1.5 seconds), and the first disc will be ejected. 2. When the disc is removed, the next one will be ejected, and so on.
! To replace a playing disc with
another
Simply press the desired one of disc select buttons (3) (numbered from 1 to 6) or press the disc select button on the radio unit to select the desired disc, and the disc
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will begin to play. ! Disc indicators Lit: when the corresponding storage tray is occupied by a disc. Blinking: Disc player is either in loading, eject or changing mode. OFF: No disc is loaded or the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” position. ! Open/Closed disc slot indicator When the disc slot is open, indicators on both sides of illuminate. ! Function control Refer to CD changer control operating instructions described in the “Type A audio set” section.
the disc the slot
Precautions to observe when handling a compact disc
Use only compact discs (CDs) that have the mark shown in the following illustra- tion.
You may also use compact discs (CD-Rs and CD-RWs) that have the following marks, but you may not use some discs if they were produced using writing meth- ods not compatible with your vehicle’s audio system.
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. You cannot use a DualDisc in the CD player. If you insert a DualDisc into the player, the disc may not come out again, possibly causing the player to malfunction. . In cold and/or rainy weather, dew can form inside the CD player, preventing
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normal operation. this happens, eject the CD and wait for the player to dry out. . Skipping may occur when the CD player is subjected to severe vibration (for example, when the vehicle is driven on a rough surface). . To remove a disc from the case, press the center of the case and hold both edges of the disc. If the disc surface is touched directly, contamination could cause poor tone quality. Do not touch the disc surface. . Use a clean disc whenever possible. If there are deposits, wipe the disc surface from the center outward with a dry, soft cloth. Be sure not to use a hard cloth, thinner, benzene, alcohol, etc. . Do not use any disc that is scratched, deformed, or cracked. Also, do not use any disc that has a non-standard shape (for example, a heart shape). Malfunctions or problems might result. . A disc is vulnerable to heat. Never keep it either in places exposed to direct sunlight, near heaters or in vehicles parked in the sun or on hot days.
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Interior lights ....................................................... Dome light .......................................................... Cargo area light .................................................. Map lights ............................................................ Sun visors ........................................................... Vanity mirror ....................................................... Storage compartments ....................................... Glove box ........................................................... Center console.................................................... Overhead console ............................................... Dashboard storage compartment ......................... Convenience net ................................................. Pocket (if equipped) ............................................ Cup holders ......................................................... Front passenger’s cup holder .............................. Rear passenger’s cup holder ...............................
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Use with a cigarette lighter
(Canada only, if equipped)................................ Ashtray (Canada only, if equipped) .................. Floor mat ............................................................ Coat hook........................................................... Cargo area cover (if equipped) ......................... Using the cover ................................................. To remove the cover housing............................. Stowage of the cover ......................................... To install the cover housing ............................... Shopping bag hook ........................................... Cargo tie-down hooks ....................................... Cargo area bars ................................................. Under-floor storage compartment ....................
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Interior lights
When leaving your vehicle, make sure the light goes out to avoid battery discharge.
& Dome light
about 30 minutes later and then the light is turned off automatically. The light also can be turned on by use of the keyless entry transmitter. See the “Remote keyless entry system” section in chapter 2 for detailed information. OFF: The light stays off.
& Cargo area light
NOTE If a door or the rear gate is left open, the light flashes and a chime sounds about 30 minutes later and then the light is turned off automatically. The light also can be turned on by use of the keyless entry transmitter. See the “Remote keyless entry system” section in chapter 2 for detailed information.
The dome light switch has three positions:
ON: The light stays on continuously. DOOR (middle position): The dome light comes on when any of the doors or the rear gate is opened. The light remains on for several seconds and gradually goes out after all doors and the rear gate are closed. NOTE If a door or the rear gate is left open, the light flashes and a chime sounds
The cargo area light switch has three positions:
ON: The light stays on continuously. OFF: The light stays off. DOOR: The light comes on only when the rear gate is opened.
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Map lights
Sun visors
& Vanity mirror
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To turn on the map light, push the switch. To turn it off, push the switch again.
When leaving the vehicle, make sure the light to avoid battery dis- charge.
is turned off
To block out glare, swing down the visors. To use the sun visor at a side window, swing it down and move it sideways.
To use the vanity mirror, swing down the sun visor and open the vanity mirror cover.
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Storage compartments
& Glove box
To use as armrest:
CAUTION
. Always keep the storage com- partment closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stops or an accident.
. Do not store spray cans, contain- ers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compart- ment.
Lock
1) 2) Unlock
1. Tip the console top forward from its vertical position.
To open the glove box, pull the handle. To close it, push the lid firmly upward. To lock the glove box, insert the key and turn it clockwise.
& Center console The center console box provides a sto- rage space. the console can be used as an armrest and as a rear passenger’s cup holder.
In addition,
the top of
2. Push the armrest part of the console top forward to the desired position while pulling up the knob at the front end of the
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the position of
armrest and lock it in position by releasing the knob. Adjust the armrest to suit your driving position. Make sure the armrest is securely retained. When you slide the armrest back to its original position, pull the knob upward as you do so. To return the console top to the vertical position, pull upward the knob at the front end of the armrest while raising the console top until it emits a click.
CAUTION
Do not step or sit on the armrest, and do not place heavy objects on it. The armrest could break, and you could get hurt.
To use as rear passenger’s cup holder:
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fall from the table and cause a burn or other injury.
To use as storage space:
With the console top tipped toward the rear seat, it can be used as a cup holder.
CAUTION
. To switch from using the console top as an armrest to using it as a rear passenger’s cup holder, raise the console top to the vertical position before tipping it toward the rear seat. Otherwise the console top may break.
. Do not place any object weighing more than 4.4 lbs (2 kg) on the table.
. Do not have hot drinks or other objects on the table while driv- ing. During hard braking or ne- gotiation of a curve, they could
Raise the console top to the vertical toward the rear seat. position or tip it Then, pull up the lock button of the console box and open the lid. When closed, the lid can be used as a tray for placing small items in it.
CAUTION
. Before opening the lid of
the console box, raise the console top completely to the vertical position or tip it toward the rear seat. Otherwise, the lid may be damaged and an injury may oc-
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. Be careful not to trap your hands between the console top and console box when raising and tipping the console top.
. When there is an object on the console box lid, do not tip the console top forward. Otherwise, the console top or lid could be damaged, and an injury could occur.
& Overhead console
CAUTION
CAUTION
When your vehicle is in the sun or on a warm day, the inside of the overhead console heats up. Avoid storing plastic or other heat-vulner- able or flammable articles such as a lighter in the overhead console.
When your vehicle is in the sun or on a warm day, the inside of the overhead console heats up. Avoid storing plastic or other heat-vulner- able or flammable articles such as a lighter in the overhead console.
& Dashboard storage compart-
ment
& Convenience net
To open the console, push on the console lid lightly and the lid will automatically open.
To open the dashboard compartment, push the button on the lid and the lid will automatically open. Be sure to close the compartment fully before driving.
A net for storing small articles is provided at the front passenger’s foot-well.
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& Pocket (if equipped)
Cup holders
CAUTION
. When not in use, always keep the cup holder stored while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or an accident.
. Do not pick up a cup from the cup holder or put a cup in the holder while you are driving, as this may distract you and lead to an accident.
. Take care to avoid spills. Bev- erages, if hot, might burn you or your passengers. Spilled bev- erages may also damage uphols- tery or carpets.
CAUTION
Do not use the pocket as an ashtray or leave a lighted cigarette in the pocket. This could cause a fire.
To use the pocket, push lightly on the lid below the climate controls.
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& Front passenger’s cup holder ! In front door trim
The door pockets can be used to hold beverage bottles and other items.
CAUTION
When placing a beverage in a door pocket, make sure it is capped. Otherwise, the beverage could spill when opening/closing the door or while driving and, if the beverage is hot, it could scald you.
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! In center console
A dual cup holder is built in the center console, beside the parking brake lever. & Rear passenger’s cup holder There are rear passenger’s cup holders at the back of the center console as well as on the reverse side of the console top. To use the rear passenger’s cup holder located at the back of the center console, open the lid by pulling its upper edge.
To use the rear passenger’s cup holder located on the reverse side of the console top, in the “Storage compartments” part of this chap- ter for details.
to “Center console”
refer
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Accessory power outlets
Power outlet beside front pocket
Power outlet in center console
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or more outlets simultaneously, the total power consumed by them must not exceed 120W.
CAUTION
. Do not attempt to use a cigarette lighter in the center console and cargo area power outlets.
. Do not place any foreign objects, especially metal ones such as coins or aluminum foil, into the accessory power outlet. That could cause a short circuit. Al- ways put the cap on the acces- sory power outlet when it is not in use.
. Use only electrical appliances which are designed for 12V DC. The maximum power rating of an appliance that can be connected varies among outlets as shown in the following. Do not use an appliance which exceeds the in- dicated wattage for each outlet. Outlet beside front pocket: 80W or less Outlets in center console and cargo area: 120W or less When using appliances con- nected to two or more outlets
Power outlet in cargo area
(12V DC)
Accessory power outlets are provided beside the front pocket, in the center console and in the cargo area. Electrical power from the battery is available at any of the outlets when the ignition switch is in either the “Acc” or “ON” position. You can use an in-vehicle electrical appliance by connecting it to an outlet. The maximum power rating of an appli- ance that can be connected varies among outlets as shown in the following. Do not use an appliance which exceeds the indicated wattage for each outlet. Outlet beside front pocket: 80W or less Outlets in center console and cargo area: 120W or less When using appliances connected to two
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simultaneously, the total power consumed by them must not exceed 120W. Overloading the accessory power outlet can cause a short circuit. Do not use double adapters or more than one electrical appliance.
. If the plug on your electric appli- ance is either too loose or too tight for the accessory power outlet, this can result in a poor contact or cause the plug to get stuck. Only use plugs that fit properly.
. Use of an electric appliance in the accessory power outlet for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause battery discharge.
. Before driving your vehicle, make sure that the plug and the cord on your electrical appliance will not interfere with your shifting gears and operating the accel- erator and brake pedals. If they do, do not use the electrical appliance while driving.
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& Use with a cigarette lighter (Canada only, if equipped)
NOTE When the lid of the center console is closed, an opening remains between the center console and the lid to allow the power outlet in the center console to be used. Pass the electrical appli- ance’s cord through this opening.
To use the accessory power outlet beside the front pocket as a cigarette lighter socket, purchase the cigarette lighter plug, which is an optional accessory. A cigarette lighter plug is available from your SUBARU dealer. The cigarette lighter operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” and “Acc” positions. To use the cigarette lighter, push in the knob and wait a few moments. It will automatically spring up when ready for use.
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WARNING
To avoid being burned, never grasp the lighter by the end with the heating element. Doing so could result in injury and could also damage the heating element.
CAUTION
. Do not hold the lighter pushed in,
because it will overheat.
. The electrical power socket lo- cated on the lower part of the instrument panel is originally de- signed to use a genuine SUBARU cigarette lighter plug. Do not use non-genuine cigarette lighter plugs in the socket. Doing so may cause a short-circuit and overheating, resulting in a fire.
. If the socket is ever used for a plug-in accessory such as a cell phone, that may damage the portion of the socket’s internal mechanism that causes a cigar- ette lighter plug to “pop out” after its lighter element is heated. Therefore, do not place a cigar- ette lighter plug in a socket that has been used, even once, to
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power a plug-in accessory. Doing so may cause the plug to stick and overheat, creating a potential fire hazard.
Ashtray (Canada only, if equipped)
CAUTION
Do not use ashtrays as waste re- ceptacles or leave a lighted cigarette in an ashtray. This could cause a fire.
It is possible to install on ashtray, which is an optional accessory, in the front pocket. The ashtray is available from your SUBARU dealer. To open the ashtray, push lightly on the lid below the climate controls. Fully close the lid after using it to help reduce residual smoke.
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To remove the ashtray for cleaning, hold the right and left sides of the ashtray and pull it out. NOTE
Particles of ash and tobacco will accu- mulate around the hinges of the ash- tray’s inner lid. Clean them off using a toothbrush or other narrow-ended im- plement.
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Floor mat
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Coat hook
A retaining pin is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle next to the fuel filler door release. The floor mat is secured using the built-in grommet, by placing the grommet over the pin and pushing downward.
CAUTION
Make sure the driver’s floor mat is placed back in its proper location and correctly secured on its retain- ing pin. Also, do not use more than one floor mat. If the floor mat slips forward and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driving, it could cause an accident.
The coat hook is attached to the rear left passenger’s hand grip.
CAUTION
Never hang anything on the coat hook that might obstruct the driver’s view or that could cause injury in sudden stops or in a collision. And do not hang items on the coat hook that weigh 2.2 lbs (1 kg) or more.
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WARNING
& Stowage of the cover
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Cargo area cover (if equipped)
The cargo area cover is provided for covering the cargo area and to protect its contents from direct sunlight. This cover is detachable to make room for additional cargo.
& Using the cover
Do not place anything on the ex- tended cover. Putting excessive weight on the extended cover can break it and an object on the cover could tumble forward in the event of a sudden stop or collision. This could cause serious injury.
& To remove the cover housing
To extend the cover, pull the end of the cover out of the housing, then insert its hooks into the catches as shown. To rewind it, unhook it from the catches and it will rewind automatically. You should hold on to the cover and guide it back into the cover housing while it is rewinding.
1. Rewind the cover. 2. To take the cover housing off retainer, lift it out. 3. Store the cover housing in the cargo area.
the
On models having a temporary spare tire, the cargo area cover can be stowed under the cargo floor.
& To install the cover housing To install the cover, insert both ends of the cover housing into the retainers.
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Shopping bag hook
Cargo tie-down hooks
Cargo area bars
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
Do not hang items on the shopping bag hook that weigh 6.6 lbs (3 kg) or more.
In the cargo area, there are two retract- able shopping bag hooks (one on each side) and four non-retractable shopping bag hooks (two on each side).
The cargo tie-down hooks are de- signed only for securing light cargo. Never try to secure cargo that exceeds the capacity of the hooks. The maximum load capacity is 44
lbs (20 kg) per a hook.Do not place objects with a total weight exceeding 6.6 lbs (3 kg) on a net attached to the cargo area bars.
To use either of the retractable hooks, pull the lower portion out.
The cargo area is equipped with four tie- down hooks so that cargo can be secured with a cargo net or ropes. When using the hooks, raise them. When not in use, lower the hooks.
1) Cargo area bar
In the cargo area, there are two bars (one on each side) to which a net can be attached.
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Under-floor storage compart- ment
small items.
CAUTION
. Always keep the lids closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stop or an accident.
. Do not store spray cans, contain- ers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compart- ment.
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There are five trays in the storage compartment underneath the floor of the cargo area. They can be used to store
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& Front, left and right side storage compartment
& Center storage compartment
(Storage bucket)
To open the lid, raise the cargo tie-down hooks and pull the tab up. The jack and jack handle are stored in the left side storage compartment.
To open the lid, pull the handle up.
Canada-spec. non-turbo models: The storage bucket is put on the spare tire. Except Canada-spec. non-turbo mod- els: Storage tray is placed on the spare tire.
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NOTE When storing a flat tire, put the storage tray in the luggage compartment (ex- cept Canada-spec. non-turbo models).
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Fuel ...................................................................... Fuel requirements ............................................... Fuel filler lid and cap........................................... State emission testing (U.S. only)...................... Preparing to drive ............................................... Starting the engine.............................................. Manual transmission vehicle................................ Automatic transmission vehicle ........................... Stopping the engine............................................ Manual transmission...........................................
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(if equipped) .................................................... Parking your vehicle ......................................... Parking brake .................................................... Parking tips .......................................................
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CAUTION
Use of a fuel which is low in quality or use of an inappropriate fuel additive may cause engine damage.
& Fuel requirements ! Non-turbo models The 2.5-liter non-turbo engine is designed to operate using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. ! Turbo models The 2.5-liter turbo engine is designed to operate using premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. If premium unleaded gasoline is not avail- able, regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher may be temporarily used. For optimum engine performance and driveability, it is required that you use premium grade unleaded gasoline. NOTE Be sure to use premium unleaded gasoline of 91 AKI or higher for turbo models. If other gasoline (lower than 91
AKI) is used, knocking, reduced output and poor accelerator response will result. ! Fuel octane rating This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti Knock Index (AKI). Using a gasoline with a lower octane rating can cause persistent and heavy knocking, which can damage the engine. Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or when you accelerate. See your dealer or a qualified service technician if you use a fuel with the specified octane rating and your vehicle knocks heavily or persistently. ! Unleaded gasoline The neck of the fuel filler pipe is designed to accept only an unleaded gasoline filler nozzle. Under no circumstances should leaded gasoline be used because it will damage the emission control system and may impair driveability and fuel economy. ! Gasoline for California-certified
LEV
Your vehicle was certified to California’s low emission vehicle (LEV) standards as indicated on the underhood tune-up label,
it is designed to optimize engine and emission performance with gasoline that meets the clean burning low-sulfur Cali- fornia gasoline specifications. If you live in any other state than California, your vehicle will operate on gasoline meeting Federal specifications. Gasoline sold out- side California is permitted to have higher sulfur levels, which may affect the perfor- mance of your vehicle’s catalytic converter and may produce a sulfur exhaust odor or smell. SUBARU recommends that you try a different brand of unleaded gasoline having lower sulfur to determine if the problem is fuel related before returning your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service. ! MMT Some gasoline contains an octane-en- hancing additive called MMT (Methylcy- clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl). If you use such fuels, your emission control system performance may deteriorate and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/Mal- function indicator lamp may turn on. If this return to your authorized happens, SUBARU Dealer is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty.
for service.
If
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! Gasoline for cleaner air
CAUTION
Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Fuels con- taining alcohol may cause paint damage, which is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty.
Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. This helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly, and is a way of doing your part for cleaner air. If you continuously use a high quality fuel with the proper detergent and other additives, you should never need to add any fuel system cleaning agents to your fuel tank.
Many gasolines are now blended with materials called oxygenates. Use of these fuels can also help keep the air cleaner. Oxygenated blend fuels, such as MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl ether) or ethanol (ethyl or grain alcohol) may be used in your vehicle, but should contain no more than 15% MTBE or 10% ethanol for the proper operation of your SUBARU.
In addition, some gasoline suppliers are
now producing reformulated gasolines, which are designed to reduce vehicle emissions. SUBARU approves the use of reformulated gasoline.
If you are not sure what the fuel contains, you should ask your service station operators if their gasolines contain deter- gents and oxygenates and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emis- sions.
As additional guidance, only use fuels suited for your vehicle as explained in the following. . Fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rating no lower than that specified in this manual. . Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) is sometimes mixed with unleaded gasoline. Methanol can be used in your vehicle ONLY if it does not exceed 5% of the fuel mixture AND if is accompanied by sufficient quantities of the proper cosol- vents and corrosion inhibitors required to prevent damage to the fuel system. Do not use fuel containing methanol EXCEPT under these conditions. . If undesirable driveability problems are experienced and you suspect they may be fuel related, try a different brand of gaso- line before seeking service at your SUBARU dealer.
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. Fuel system damage or driveability problems which result from the use of improper fuel are not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty.
& Fuel filler lid and cap ! Refueling Only one person should be involved in refueling. Do not allow others to approach the area of the vehicle near the fuel filler pipe while refueling is in progress. Be sure to observe any other precautions that are posted at the service station.
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1. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the lid release lever. The lever is on the floor at the left of the driver’s seat.
WARNING
Before opening the fuel filler cap, first touch the vehicle body or a metal portion of the fuel pump or similar object to discharge any static electricity that may be present on your body. If your body is carry- ing an electrostatic charge, there is a possibility that an electric spark could ignite the fuel, which could burn you. To avoid acquiring a new static electric charge, do not get back into the vehicle while refueling is in progress.
1) Open 2) Close
2. Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it slowly counterclockwise.
WARNING
. Gasoline vapor is highly flam- mable. Before refueling, always first stop the engine and close all vehicle doors and windows. Make sure that there are no lighted cigarettes, open flames or electrical sparks in the adja- cent area. Refueling must be performed outside. Quickly wipe up any spilled fuel.
. When opening the cap, grasp it firmly and turn it slowly to the
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left. Do not remove the cap quickly. Fuel may be under pres- sure and spray out of the fuel filler neck, especially in hot weather. If you hear a hissing sound while you are removing the cap, wait for the sound to stop and then slowly open the cap to prevent fuel from spraying out and creating a fire hazard.
. When refueling,
insert
the fuel nozzle securely into the fuel filler pipe. If the nozzle is lifted or not fully inserted, its automatic stop- ping mechanism may not func- tion, causing fuel to overflow the tank and creating a fire hazard.
. Stop refueling when the auto- matic stop mechanism on the fuel nozzle activates. If you con- tinue to add fuel, temperature changes or other conditions may cause fuel to overflow from the tank and create a fire hazard.
3. Stop filling the tank after the fuel filler pump automatically stops. Do not add any more fuel.
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CAUTION
Make sure that the cap is tightened until it clicks to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident.
4. Put the cap back on, turn it clockwise until you hear a clicking noise. Be certain not to catch the tether under the cap while tightening. 5. Close the fuel filler lid completely. If you spill any fuel on the painted surface, rinse it off the painted surface could be damaged.
immediately. Otherwise,
fuel gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler door (lid) is located on the right side of the vehicle. . If the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks or if the tether is caught under the cap, the CHECK ENGINE warning light may come on. Refer to the “Warning and indicator lights” section located in chapter 3.
in the tank when- Immediately refuel ever the low fuel warning light comes on. Engine misfires as a result of an empty tank could cause damage to the engine.
NOTE
. You will see the “
” sign in the
CAUTION
. Never add any cleaning agents to the fuel tank. The addition of a cleaning agent may cause da- mage to the fuel system.
. After refueling, turn the cap to the right until it clicks to ensure that it is fully tightened. If the cap is not securely tightened, fuel may leak out while the vehicle is being driven or fuel spillage could occur in the event of an accident, creating a fire hazard.
. Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Because
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fuel may damage the paint, be sure to wipe off any spilled fuel quickly. Paint damage caused by spilled fuel is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty.
filler cap.
. Always use a genuine SUBARU If you use the fuel wrong cap, it may not fit, and your fuel tank and emission con- trol system may be damaged. It could also lead to fuel spillage and a fire.
. Immediately put fuel in the tank whenever the low fuel warning light illuminates. Engine misfires as a result of an empty tank could cause damage to the en- gine.
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State emission testing (U.S. only)
WARNING
Testing of an All-Wheel Drive vehicle must NEVER be performed on a single two-wheel dynamometer. At- tempting to do so will result in uncontrolled vehicle movement and may cause an accident or injuries to persons nearby.
CAUTION
Resultant vehicle damage due to improper testing is not covered under the SUBARU Limited War- ranty and is the responsibility of the state inspection program or its contractors or licensees.
At state inspection time, remember to tell your inspection or service station in advance not to place your SUBARU AWD vehicle on a two-wheel dynam- ometer. Otherwise, serious transmis- sion damage will result.
in order to meet their obligation under federal law to implement stricter vehicle emission standards to reduce air pollution from cars. A dynamometer is a treadmill or roller-like testing device that allows your vehicle’s wheels to turn while the vehicle remains in one place. Depending on the severity of a state’s air pollution problems, the states must adopt either a “basic” or “enhanced” vehicle emission inspection test. Normally, a portion of the basic emission test consists of an emission inspector inserting an analyzer probe into the exhaust pipe of an idling vehicle for a short period of time. States with more severe air pollution problems are required to adopt an enhanced vehicle emission test. This test simulates actual driving conditions on a dynamometer and permits more accurate measurement of tailpipe emitted pollution than the basic emission test.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and states using two-wheel dynamometers in their emission testing programs have EXEMPTED SUBARU AWD vehicles from the portion of the testing program that involves a two-wheel dynamometer.
Some states have started using dynam- ometers in their state inspection programs
There are some states that use four-wheel dynamometers in their testing programs.
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When properly used, that equipment will not damage an AWD SUBARU vehicle.
Under no circumstances should the rear wheels be jacked off the ground, nor should the driveshaft be disconnected for state emission testing.
The EPA has issued regulations for inspecting the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) system as part of the state emis- sions inspection. The OBD system is designed to detect engine and transmis- sion problems that might cause vehicle emissions to exceed allowable limits. These inspections apply to all 1996 model year and newer passenger cars and light trucks. Over 30 states plus the District of Columbia have implemented the OBD system inspection. . The inspection of the OBD system consists of a visual operational check of the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/ malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and an examination of the OBD system with an electronic scan tool while the engine is running . A vehicle passes the OBD system the “CHECK EN- inspection if proper GINE” warning light/MIL illumination is observed, there is no stored diagnostic trouble codes, and the OBD system readiness monitors are complete.
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. A vehicle fails the OBD inspection if the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL is not properly operating or there is one or more diagnostic trouble codes stored in vehicle’s computer with the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL illuminated. . A state emission inspection may reject (not pass or fail) a vehicle if the number of OBD system readiness monitors “Not Ready” is greater than one. Under this condition, the vehicle operator should be instructed to drive his/her vehicle for a few days to set the monitors and return for an emission re-inspection. . Owners of rejected or failing vehicles should contact their SUBARU Dealer for service.
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Preparing to drive
Starting the engine
You should perform the following checks and adjustments every day before you start driving.
1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and lights are clean and unobstructed. 2. Check the appearance and condition of the tires. Also check tires for proper inflation. 3. Look under the vehicle for any sign of leaks. 4. Check that the hood and rear gate are fully closed. 5. Check the adjustment of the seat. 6. Check the adjustment of and outside mirrors. 7. Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your passengers have fastened their seatbelts. 8. Check the operation of the warning and indicator lights when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. 9. Check the gauges, indicator and warn- ing lights after starting the engine.
the inside
NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid and other fluid levels should be checked daily, weekly or at fuel stops.
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter motor continuously for more than 10 sec- onds. If the engine fails to start after operating the starter for 5 to 10
seconds, wait for 10 seconds or more before trying again.& Manual transmission vehicle 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and ac- cessories. 3. Press the clutch pedal to the floor and shift the shift lever into neutral. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor while starting the engine. The starter motor will only operate when the clutch pedal is pressed fully to the floor. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position and check the operation of the warning and indicator lights. Refer to the “Warning and indicator lights” section (chapter 3). 5. Turn the ignition switch to the “START” position without depressing the accelera- tor pedal. Release the key immediately – CONTINUED –
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after the engine has started. If following.
the engine does not start,
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(1) Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and wait for at least 10 seconds. After checking that the parking brake is firmly set, turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while depressing the accelerator pedal slightly (about a quarter of the full stroke). Release the accelerator pedal as soon as the engine starts. (2) If this fails to start the engine, turn the ignition switch back to the “LOCK” position and wait least 10
seconds. Then fully depress the accel- erator pedal and turn the ignition switch to the “START” position. If the engine starts, quickly release the accelerator pedal. (3) If this fails to start the engine, turn the ignition switch again to the “LOCK” position. After waiting for 10 seconds or longer, turn the ignition switch to the “START” position without depressing the accelerator pedal. (4) If the engine still refuses to start, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance.6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have gone off after the engine has started. The fuel injection system auto-
matically lowers the idle speed as the engine warms up.
tor pedal. Release the key immediately after the engine has started.
NOTE The engine may be difficult to start when the battery has been discon- nected and reconnected (for mainte- nance or other purposes). This diffi- culty is caused by the electronically controlled throttle’s self-diagnosis function. To overcome it, keep the ignition switch in the “ON” position for approximately 10 seconds before starting the engine. & Automatic transmission ve-
hicle
1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and ac- cessories. 3. Shift the selector lever to the “P” or “N” position (preferably “P” position). The starter motor will only operate when the select lever is at the “P” or “N” position. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position and check the operation of the warning and indicator lights. Refer to the “Warning and indicator lights” section (chapter 3). 5. Turn the ignition switch to the “START” position without depressing the accelera-
the engine does not start,
If following.
try the
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(1) Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and wait for at least 10 seconds. After checking that the parking brake is firmly set, turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while depressing the accelerator pedal slightly (about a quarter of the full stroke). Release the accelerator pedal as soon as the engine starts. (2) If this fails to start the engine, turn the ignition switch back to the “LOCK” position and wait least 10
seconds. Then fully depress the accel- erator pedal and turn the ignition switch to the “START” position. If the engine starts, quickly release the accelerator pedal. (3) If this fails to start the engine, turn the ignition switch again to the “LOCK” position. After waiting for 10 seconds or longer, turn the ignition switch to the “START” position without depressing the accelerator pedal. (4) If the engine still refuses to start, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance.6. Confirm that all warning and indicator
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lights have gone out after the engine has started. The fuel injection system auto- matically lowers the idle speed as the engine warms up.
While the engine is warming up, make sure that the selector lever is at the “P” or “N” position and that the parking brake is applied.
CAUTION
If you restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift the selector lever into the “N” position. Do not attempt to place the selector lever of a moving vehicle into the “P” posi- tion.
NOTE The engine may be difficult to start when the battery has been discon- nected and reconnected (for mainte- nance or other purposes). This diffi- culty is caused by the electronically controlled throttle’s self-diagnosis function. To overcome it, keep the ignition switch in the “ON” position for approximately 10 seconds before starting the engine.
Stopping the engine
Manual transmission
WARNING
WARNING
Do not stop the engine when the vehicle is moving. This will cause loss of power to the power steering and the brake booster, making steer- ing and braking more difficult. It could also result in accidental acti- vation of the “LOCK” position on the ignition switch, causing the steering wheel to lock.
The ignition switch should be turned off only when the vehicle is stopped and the engine is idling.
Do not drive the vehicle with the clutch disengaged (i.e., when the clutch pedal is depressed) or with the shift lever in the neutral position. Engine braking has no effect in either of these conditions and the risk of an accident is consequently increased.
CAUTION
Shift into reverse ONLY when the vehicle has completely stopped. It may cause damage to the transmis- sion to try shifting into reverse when the vehicle is moving.
The manual transmission is a fully syn- chromeshed, 5-forward-speed and 1-re- verse-speed transmission.
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The shift pattern is shown on the shift lever knob. When shifting from 5th gear to reverse gear, first return the shift lever to the neutral position then shift into reverse gear.
To change gears, fully depress the clutch pedal, move the shift lever, and gradually let up on the clutch pedal. If it is difficult to shift into gear, put the transmission in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again. NOTE (non-turbo models only) To protect the engine while the shift lever is in neutral, the engine is con- trolled so that the engine speed does not become too high even if the accel- erator pedal is fully depressed.
& Shifting speeds ! Recommended shifting speeds The best compromise between fuel econ- omy and vehicle performance during normal driving is ensured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the following table.
Shift up
1st to 2nd
2nd to 3rd
3rd to 4th
4th to 5th
mph (km/h)
15 (24)
25 (40)
35 (57) 45 (73)
! Maximum allowable speeds
WARNING
When shifting down a gear, ensure that the vehicle is not traveling at a speed exceeding the Maximum Al- lowable Speed for the gear which is about to be selected. Failure to observe this precaution can lead to engine over-revving and this in turn can result in engine damage. In addition, sudden application of engine brakes when the vehicle is travelling on a slippery surface can lead to wheel locking; as a conse- quence, control of the vehicle may
be lost and the risk of an accident increased.
The following table shows the maximum speeds that are possible with each differ- ent gear. Never exceed the speed limit below for each gear position except for brief accel- eration in an emergency. The tach- ometer’s needle will enter the red area if these speeds are exceeded. Failure to observe this precaution can lead to excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy.
Non-turbo models
30 (49)
51 (82)
73 (117)
mph (km/h) Turbo models
28 (46)
52 (83) 73 (118)
1st
2nd
3rd
& Driving tips Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill on an upgrade. Either of those actions may cause clutch damage. Do not drive with your hand resting on the shift lever. This may cause wear on the transmission components.
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When it is necessary to reduce vehicle speed due to slow traffic, turning corners, or driving up steep hills, downshift to a lower gear before the engine starts to labor.
On steep downgrades, downshift the transmission to 4th, 3rd or 2nd gear as necessary; this helps to maintain a safe speed and to extend brake pad life. In this way, the engine provides a braking effect. Remember, if you “ride” (over use) the brakes while descending a hill, they may overheat and not work properly.
Automatic transmission
The automatic transmission is electroni- cally controlled and provides 4 forward speeds and 1 reverse speed.
WARNING
Do not shift from the “P” or “N” position into the “D”, “3”, “2”, “1” or “R” position while depressing the accelerator pedal. This may cause the vehicle to jump forward or back- ward.
CAUTION
. Shift into the “P” or “R” position only after the vehicle is comple- tely stopped. Shifting while the vehicle is moving may cause damage to the transmission.
. Do not race the engine for more than 5 seconds in any position except the “N” or “P” position when the brake is set or when chocks are used in the wheels. This may cause the automatic transmission fluid to overheat.
. Avoid shifting from one of the forward driving positions into the
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“R” position or vice versa until the vehicle has completely stopped. Such shifting may cause damage to the transmis- sion.
. When parking the vehicle, first securely apply the parking brake and then place the selector lever in the “P” position.
NOTE . When the engine coolant tempera- low, your vehicle’s auto- ture is still matic transmission will up-shift at high- er engine speeds than when the cool- ant temperature is sufficiently high in order to shorten the warm-up time and improve driveability. The gearshift tim- ing will automatically shift to the nor- mal timing after the engine has warmed up. . Immediately after ATF (automatic transmission fluid) is replaced, you may feel that the automatic transmis- sion operation is somewhat unusual. This results from invalidation of data the on-board computer has collected and stored in memory to allow the transmission to shift at the most appro- priate times for the current condition of your vehicle. Optimized shifting will be
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restored as the vehicle continues to be driven for a while.
NOTE (non-turbo models only) To protect the engine while the “P” or “N” position is selected, the engine is controlled so that the engine speed does not become too high even if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed.
& Selector lever for automatic
transmission
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To shift the selector lever from the “P” to the any other position, you have to depress the brake pedal fully when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. This prevents the vehicle from lurching when it is started.
If the shift lever does not move from the “P” position with the brake pedal de- pressed, refer to the “Shift lock release” section in this chapter. ! R (Reverse) This position is for backing the vehicle. To shift from the “N” to “R” position, first stop the vehicle completely then move the lever to the “R” position. ! N (Neutral) This position is for restarting a stalled engine. In this position the wheels and transmis- sion are not locked. In this position, the transmission is neutral; the vehicle will roll freely, even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or foot brake is on. Avoid coasting with the transmission neutral. During coasting, there is no engine brak- ing effect.
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: With the brake pedal depressed, move
the lever along the gate.
: Move the lever along the gate.
The selector lever has seven positions. ! P (Park) This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine.
In this position, the transmission is me- chanically locked to prevent the vehicle from rolling freely.
When you park the vehicle, first set the parking brake fully, then shift into the “P” position. Do not hold the vehicle with only the transmission.
A shift interlock function is employed in the automatic transmission system to ensure safe starting of the vehicle.
NOTE If you stop the engine with the selector lever in the “N” position, move the selector lever to the “P” position immediately. Otherwise, you may find that the selector lever soon cannot be moved to the “P” position. If you find that the selector lever cannot be moved from the “N” position to the “P” posi- tion, turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position and try again.
WARNING
Do not drive the vehicle with the selector lever in the “N” (neutral) position. Engine braking has no effect in this condition and the risk of an accident is consequently in- creased.
! D (Drive) This position is for normal driving. The transmission automatically shifts into a suitable gear from 1st to 4th according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you require.
When more acceleration is required in this position, press the accelerator pedal fully to the floor and hold that position. The transmission will automatically downshift
to 3rd, 2nd or 1st gear. When you release the pedal, the transmission will return to the original gear position. ! While climbing a grade When driving up hill, undesired upshift to 4th gear is prevented from taking place when the accelerator pedal is released. This minimizes the chances of subse- quent downshifting to a lower gear when accelerating again. This prevents re- peated upshifting and downshifting result- ing in a smoother operation of the vehicle. NOTE The transmission may downshift to 2nd or 1st gear, depending on the way the accelerator pedal is pressed to accel- erate the vehicle again. ! While going down a hill When descending a steep hill, depressing the brake pedal will cause the transmis- sion to downshift to 3rd gear, thus apply- ing engine braking. Reacceleration for a short time will cause the transmission to upshift normally. NOTE In some cases, depressing the brake pedal on a downhill grade does not result in an automatic downshift to 3rd gear. This can happen when the auto-
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matic transmission fluid temperature is very low, for example, during driving shortly after the vehicle has been parked for an extended period of time. When the ATF temperature has risen to a certain level, automatic downshift normally takes place. In the meantime, downshift manually for engine braking as required. Also, downshifting when braking downhill will not occur at speeds above approximately 48 mph (78 km/h). ! 3 (Third) This position is for using engine braking when going down a hill or for climbing a grade. The transmission automatically shifts into a suitable gear from 1st to 3rd according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you require.
When more acceleration is required in this position, press the accelerator pedal fully to the floor and hold that position. The transmission will automatically downshift to 2nd or 1st gear. When you release the pedal, the transmission will return to the original gear position. ! 2 (Second) This position is for using engine braking when going down a hill or for climbing a
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steep grade. In this position, the transmission holds in the 2nd gear.
Use this position when starting off from a standstill on slippery road surfaces such as mud or snow. It will ensure greater traction. ! 1 (First) This position is for driving up or down very steep grades, or driving through mud or sand, or on slippery surfaces. In this position,
