WARNING
. Driving with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. This indicates your brake system may not be working properly. If the light remains on, have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately.
. If at all in doubt about whether the brakes are operating prop- erly, do not drive the vehicle. Have your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for re- pair.
This light has the following three functions: ! Parking brake warning The light comes on with the parking brake applied while the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. It goes out when the parking brake is fully released.
! Brake fluid level warning This light comes on when the brake fluid level has dropped to near the “MIN” level of the brake fluid reservoir with the ignition switch in the “ON” position and with the parking brake fully released.
If
this occurs,
If the brake system warning light should come on while driving (with the parking brake fully released and with the ignition switch positioned in “ON”), it could be an indication of leaking of brake fluid or worn brake pads. immediately stop the vehicle at the nearest safe place and check the brake fluid level. If the fluid is below the “MIN” mark in the level reservoir, do not drive the vehicle. Have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. ! Electronic Brake Force Distribution
(EBD) system warning
The brake system warning light also illuminates if a malfunction occurs in the EBD system. In that event, it comes on together with the ABS warning light. The EBD system may be malfunctioning if the brake system warning light and ABS warning light illuminate simultaneously during driving. Even if the EBD system fails, the conven- tional braking system will still function. the rear wheels will be more However,
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prone to locking when the brakes are applied harder than usual and the vehi- cle’s motion may therefore become some- what harder to control. If the brake system warning light and ABS warning light illuminate simultaneously, take the following steps: 1. Stop the vehicle in the nearest safe, flat place. 2. Shut down the engine, then restart it. 3. Release the parking brake. If both warning lights go out, the EBD system may be faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 4. If both warning lights come on again and stay illuminated after the engine has been restarted, shut down the engine again, apply the parking brake, and check the brake fluid level. If the brake fluid level is not below the 5. “MIN” mark, the EBD system may be faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 6. is below the “MIN” mark, DO NOT drive the vehicle. Instead, have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair.
the brake fluid level
If
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& Door open warning
light
The door open warning light illuminates if any door or the rear gate is not fully closed.
Always make sure this light is out before you start to drive. & Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light illuminates when the tank is nearly empty [approxi- mately 2.3 US gal (9.0 liters, 1.9 Imp gal)]. It only operates when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. When this light illuminates, fill the fuel tank immediately. NOTE This light does not go out unless the tank is replenished up to an internal fuel quantity of approximately 4.0 US gal (15 liters, 3.3 Imp gal).
& All-Wheel Drive warn- ing light (AT vehicles)
WARNING
Continued driving with the AWD warning light flashing can lead to powertrain damage. the AWD
If
warning light flashes, promptly park in a safe place then check whether all four tires are the same diameter and whether any of the tires has a puncture or has lost air pressure for some other reason.
The All-Wheel Drive warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after engine has started. ! For vehicles with Vehicle Dynamics
Control system
This light flashes if the vehicle is driven with tires of different diameters or with the air pressure excessively low in any of its tires. ! For vehicles without Vehicle Dy-
namics Control system
This light comes on when All-Wheel Drive is disengaged and the drive mechanism is switched to Front Wheel Drive for main- tenance or similar purposes. This light flashes if the vehicle is driven with tires of different diameters or with the air pressure excessively low in any of its tires.
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& Vehicle Dynamics
Control operation indi- cator light (if equipped)
This light comes on when the ignition switch is ON and goes out approximately 2 seconds later. It blinks when the skid suppression func- tion is activated. It illuminates when only the traction control function is operating.
The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably faulty under any of the following conditions. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immediately. . The light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. . The light does not go out even after a period of approximately 2 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned to the “ON” position.
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& Shift position indicator (AT
vehicles)
& High beam indicator
light
This light shows that the headlights are in the high beam mode. This indicator light also comes on when the headlight flasher is operated. & Low tire pressure
warning light (if equipped)
When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position, the low tire pressure warn-
ing light will come on for approximately 2
seconds to check that the tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) is functioning
properly. If there is no problem and all tires
are properly inflated, the light will go out.
Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold
and inflated to the inflation pressure
recommended by the vehicle manufac-
turer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of
a different size than the size indicated on
the vehicle placard or tire inflation pres-
sure label, you should determine the
proper inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates
This indicator shows the position of the shift lever. & Turn signal indicator
lights
These lights show the operation of the turn signal or lane change signal. If the indicator lights do not blink or blink rapidly, the turn signal bulb may be burned out. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Refer to the “Replacing bulbs” section in chapter 11.
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a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under- inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under- inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. the TPMS is not a Please note that tire maintenance, substitute for proper is the driver’s responsibility to and it maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is com- bined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal
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low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of re- placement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. Should the warning light illuminate stea- dily after blinking for approximately one minute, have the system inspected by your nearest SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
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WARNING
If this light does not come on briefly after the ignition switch is turned ON or the light illuminates steadily after blinking for approximately one min- ute, you should have your Tire P r e s s u r e M o n i t o r i n g S y s t e m checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. If this light comes on while driving, never brake suddenly and keep driving straight ahead while gradu- ally reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place. Otherwise an accident involving serious vehicle damage and serious personal injury could occur. this light still comes on while If driving after adjusting the tire pres- sure, a tire may have significant damage and a fast leak that causes the tire to lose air rapidly. If you have a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible. When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor/transmitter being transferred, the Low tire pres- sure warning light will illuminates steadily after blinking for approxi- mately one minute. This indicates
the TPMS is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/ or system resetting. the light illuminates steadily after blinking for approximately one minute, promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected.
If
CAUTION
The tire pressure monitoring system
is NOT a substitute for manually
checking tire pressure. The tire
pressure should be checked peri-
odically (at least monthly) using a
tire gauge. After any change to tire
pressure(s), the tire pressure mon-
itoring system will not re-check tire
inflation pressures until the vehicle
is first driven more than 20 mph (32
km/h). After adjusting the tire pres-
sures, increase the vehicle speed to
at least 20 mph (32 km/h) to start the
TPMS re-checking of the tire infla-
tion pressures. If the tire pressures
are now above the severe low
pressure threshold,
the low tire
pressure warning light should go
off a few minutes later. Therefore, be
sure to install the specified size for
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the front and rear tires.
& Cruise control indica-
tor light
The cruise control indicator light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after approxi- mately 3 seconds. This light comes on when the “CRUISE” main switch is pressed. NOTE . If you move the cruise control lever or press the main switch button while turning the ignition switch “ON”, the cruise control function is deactivated and the “CRUISE” indicator light flashes. To reactivate the cruise control function, turn the ignition switch back to the “Acc” or “LOCK” position, and then turn it again to the “ON” position. . If this indicator light and the “ ” indicator light flash simultaneously during driving, have the vehicle checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer.
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& Cruise control set in-
dicator light
Clock
indicator
The cruise control set light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after approximately 3 seconds. This light comes on when vehicle speed has been set.
To adjust the clock, open the small article storage compartment in the dashboard with the vehicle parked in a safe place.
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set the minutes, press the “M” button. To reset the minutes to “00” with a radio time signal, push the “Reset” button.
CAUTION
To ensure safety, do not attempt to set the time while driving, as an accident from inadequate attention to the road could result.
NOTE The clock uses a liquid crystal display. You will find time indications hard to see if you wear polarized glasses.
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Light control switch
& Headlights
The light switch operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
WARNING
To prevent battery discharge result- ing from accidentally leaving your lights on when your vehicle is parked, the light switch operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. In any other position, the vehicle’s lights will be out. If you park your vehicle on a road- side at night, use the hazard warn- ing flasher to alert the other drivers.
To turn on the headlights, turn the knob on the end of the turn signal lever.
first position:
illumina- Parking lights, instrument panel tion, front side marker lights, tail lights and license plate light are on.
second position:
Headlights, parking lights, instrument pa- nel illumination, front side marker lights, tail lights, and license plate light are on.
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& High/low beam change (dim-
mer)
& Headlight flasher
To change from low beam to high beam, push the turn signal lever forward. When the headlights are on high beam, the high beam indicator light “ ” on the instru- ment panel is also on. To switch back to low beam, pull the lever back to the detent position.
To flash the headlights, pull the lever toward you and then release it. The high beam will stay on for as long as you hold the lever. The headlight flasher works even though the lighting switch is in the “OFF” position.
When the headlights are on high beam, the high beam indicator light “ ” on the instrument panel also comes on.
CAUTION
Do not hold the lever in the flashing position for more than just a few seconds.
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& Daytime running light system ! Canada-spec. 2.5XT
WARNING
The parking lights, and side marker lights are not turned on by the daytime running light system. The light switch must always be turned to the “ ” position when it is dark outside.
The low beam headlights and tail lights will automatically come on when the engine has started, under the following condi- tions: . The parking brake is fully released. . The light switch is in the “OFF” or “ position. . The automatic transmission selector lever is set at other than the “P” position. ! All models except Canada-spec.
”
2.5XT
WARNING
The tail lights, parking lights, and side marker lights are not turned on by the daytime running light system. The light switch must always be turned to the “ ” position when it
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is dark outside.
Turn signal lever
return automatically to the neutral position when you release it.
The low beam headlights will automati- cally come on at reduced brightness when the engine has started, under the following conditions: . The parking brake is fully released. . The light switch is in the “OFF” or “ position. . The automatic transmission selector lever is set at other than the “P” position.
”
1) Right turn 2) 3) 4)
Left turn Lane change for right Lane change for left
To activate the right turn signal, push the lever up. To activate the left turn signal turn signal, push the turn signal lever down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. If the lever does not return after cornering, return the lever to the neutral position by hand.
To signal a lane change, push the turn signal lever up or down slightly and hold it during the lane change. The turn signal indicator lights will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. The lever will
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Illumination brightness con- trol
Headlight beam leveler (Ve- hicle with HID headlights)
Parking light switch
” When the headlight switch is in the “ or “ ” position, you can adjust bright- ness of the instrument panel illumination for better visibility. To brighten, turn the control dial upward. To darken, turn the control dial downward.
The HID headlights generate more light than conventional halogen headlights. Therefore a driver of an oncoming vehicle may experience too much glare when your headlight beam height adjustment is high due to the vehicle carrying a heavy load. The headlight beam leveler can be used to adjust beam height to avoid such a condition.
The higher turned to, becomes.
the number
the lower
the switch is the beam height
The parking light switch operates regard- less of the ignition switch position.
By pushing the front end of this switch, following lights will come on. – Parking lights – Front side marker lights – Tail lights – License plate lights
To turn off, push the rear end of parking light switch. Avoid leaving these lights on for a long time because that will run down the battery.
the
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Front fog light button
Wiper and washer
The front fog lights operate only when the headlights are on low beam. Push the front fog light button to turn the front fog lights on. However, the front fog lights turn off when the headlights are switched to high beam. Press the button again to turn them off. The indicator light located on the button will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.
WARNING
In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer until the wind- shield is sufficiently warmed by the defroster. Otherwise the washer fluid can freeze on the windshield, blocking your view.
CAUTION
. Do not operate the washer con- tinuously for more than 10 sec- onds, or when the washer fluid tank is empty. This may cause overheating of the washer motor. Check the washer fluid level frequently, such as at fuel stops. . Do not operate the wipers when the windshield or rear window is dry. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield or rear window, always use the wind- shield washer.
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. In freezing weather, be sure that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or rear window before switching on the wipers. Attempting to operate the wiper with the blades frozen to the window glass could cause not only the wiper blades to be damaged but also the wiper mo- tor to burn out. the wiper blades are frozen to the window glass, be sure to operate the defroster, windshield wiper dei- cer (if equipped) or rear window defogger before turning on the wiper.
If
. If the wipers stop during opera- tion because of ice or some other obstruction on the window, the wiper motor could burn out even if the wiper switch is turned off. If this occurs, promptly stop the vehicle in a safe place, turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and clean the window glass to allow proper wiper op- eration.
. Use clean water if windshield washer fluid is unavailable. In areas where water freezes in winter, use SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid or the equivalent.
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face of the windshield or rear window and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild abrasive cleaner. After cleaning, rinse the window glass and wiper blades with clean water. The glass is clean if no beads form on the glass when you rinse with water. . If you cannot eliminate the streaking even after following this procedure, replace the wiper blades with new ones. Refer to the “Replacement of wiper blades” section (chapter 11) for replacement instructions.
(See the “Windshield washer fluid” section in chapter 11.) Also, when driving the vehicle when there are freezing tempera- tures, use non-freezing type wi- per blades.
. Do not clean the wiper blades with gasoline or a solvent, such as paint thinner or benzene. This will cause deterioration of the wiper blades.
NOTE . The wiper operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “Acc” position. . Clean your wiper blades and win- dow glass periodically with a washer solution to prevent streaking, and to remove accumulations of road salt or road film. Keep the washer button depressed at least for 1 second so that washer solution will be sprinkled all over the windshield or rear window. . Grease, wax, insects or other mate- rial on the windshield or the wiper blade results in jerky wiper operation and streaking on the glass. If you cannot remove those streaks after operating the washer or if the wiper operation is jerky, clean the outer sur-
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& Windshield wiper and washer
switches
! Windshield wipers
OFF: Park
: Intermittent LO: Low speed HI: High speed
To turn the wipers on, push the wiper control lever down. To turn the wipers off, return the lever to the “OFF” position.
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! Wiper intermittent time control (if
equipped)
! Mist (for a single wipe)
For a single wipe of the wipers, pull the lever toward you. The wipers operate until you release the lever. ! Washer
When the wiper switch is in the “ ” position, turn the dial to adjust the operat- ing interval of the wiper.
The operating interval can be adjusted continuously from the shortest interval to the longest. Two click stop positions of the dial may help you to aim at your desired interval.
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To wash the windshield, push the washer button at the end of the wiper control lever. The washer fluid sprays until you release the washer button. The wipers operate while you push the button.
& Rear window wiper and
washer switch
: Washer (accompanied by wiper operation)
ON: Normal INT: Intermittent OFF: Park : Washer
! Rear wiper To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever upward.
INT: Intermittent
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Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped)
CAUTION
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not operate the windshield wiper deicer continu- ously for any longer than necessary.
ON: Normal
the wiper control
To turn the wiper off, return the knob on the end of the lever to the “OFF” position. ! Washer To wash the rear window while the rear wiper is operating, turn the knob on the end of lever counter- clockwise to the “ ” position. The washer fluid sprays until you release the knob. To wash the rear window when the rear wiper is not in use, turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever clockwise to the “ ” position. The washer fluid sprays and the wiper operates until you release the knob.
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windshield wiper deicer is operating.
The windshield wiper deicer will automa-
tically shut off after approximately 15
minutes. If the wiper blades have been
deiced completely before that time, push
the button to turn it off. It also turns off
when the ignition switch is turned to the
“Acc” or “LOCK” position. If deicing is not
complete, you have to push the button to
turn the deicer on again.
NOTE
If your vehicle is equipped with the
outside mirror defogger,
the outside
mirror defogger operates while the
windshield wiper deicer is operating.
The windshield wiper deicer operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. Before turning on the windshield wiper deicer, remove any snow from the wind- shield. To turn on the windshield wiper deicer, push the button. The indicator light located on the button lights up while the
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Rear window defogger but- ton
Manual climate control system
Automatic climate control system
The rear window defogger operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The rear window defogger button is located on the climate control panel. To turn on the defogger, push the button. To turn it off, push the button again. The indicator light located on the button lights up while the rear window defogger is operating.
If
The defogger will automatically shut off after approximately 15 minutes. the window clears before that time, push the button to turn it off. It also turns off when the ignition switch is turned to the “Acc” or “LOCK” position. If defrosting or defogging is desired when you restart your vehicle, you have to push the button to turn it on again. Turn on the rear window defogger if the wiper is frozen to the glass.
CAUTION
. Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaner containing abra- sives to clean the inner surface of the rear window. They may damage the conductors printed on the window.
. To prevent the battery from being
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discharged, do not operate the defogger continuously for any longer than necessary.
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Mirrors
Always check that the inside and outside mirrors are properly adjusted before you start driving.
& Inside mirror
! Auto-dimming mirror/compass (if
equipped)
The inside mirror has a day and night position. Pull the tab at the bottom of the mirror toward you for the night position. Push it away for the day position. The night position reduces glare from head- lights.
Left button
1) 2) Auto dimming indicator 3) Photosensor 4) Right button
The auto-dimming mirror/compass has an anti-glare feature which automatically re- duces glare coming from headlights of vehicles behind you. It also contains a built-in compass. . By pressing and releasing the left button, the automatic dimming function is toggled on or off. When the automatic dimming function is on, the auto dimming indicator light (green) located to the right of the button will illuminate. . By pressing and releasing the right
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button, the compass display is toggled on or off. When the compass is on, an illuminated compass reading will appear in the lower part of the mirror.
Even with the mirror in anti-glare mode, the mirror surface turns bright the transmission is shifted into reverse. This is to ensure good rearward visibility during reversing. ! Photosensors
if
The mirror has a photosensor attached on both the front and back sides. If the glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you strikes the mirror, these sensors detect it and make the reflection surface of the mirror dimmer to help prevent you from being blinded. For this reason, use care not to cover the sensors with stickers, or – CONTINUED –
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other similar items. Periodically wipe the
sensors clean using a piece of dry soft
cotton cloth or an applicator.
! Compass calibration
1. For optimum calibration, switch off all
nonessential electrical accessories (rear
window defogger, heater/air conditioning
system, spotlight, etc.) and ensure all
doors are shut.
2. Drive to an open, level area away from
large metallic objects or structures and
make certain the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position.
3. Press and hold the left button for 3
seconds then release, and the compass
will enter the calibration mode. “CAL” and
direction will be displayed.
4. Drive slowly in a circle until “CAL”
disappears from the display (approxi-
mately two or three circles).
5. The compass is now calibrated.
Further calibration is not required. The
compass will automatically calibrate from
this point forward.
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! Compass zone adjustment
exit the zone setting mode.
& Outside mirrors
Compass calibration zones
1. The zone setting is factory preset to
Zone 8. Refer to the “Compass calibration
zone” map shown above or one attached
to the end of this manual to verify that the
compass zone setting is correct for your
geographical location.
2. Press and hold the right button for 3
seconds then release, and the word
“ZONE” will briefly appear and then the
zone number will be displayed.
3. Press the right-hand button repeatedly
to cycle the display through all possible
zone settings. Stop cycling when the
correct zone setting for your location is
displayed.
4. Releasing the button for 3 seconds will
! Convex mirror (passenger side)
WARNING
Objects look smaller in a convex mirror and farther away than when viewed in a flat mirror. Do not use the convex mirror to judge the distance of vehicles behind you when changing lanes. Use the inside mirror (or glance backwards) to determine the actual size and dis- tance of objects that you view in convex mirror.
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! Remote control mirror switch
! Outside mirror defogger (if
equipped)
CAUTION
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not operate the de- fogger continuously for any longer than necessary.
1) Selection switch 2) Direction control switch
The remote control mirrors operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “Acc” position. 1. Press either end of switch, “L” for the left, “R” for the right. 2. Move the direction control switch in the direction you want to move the mirror. 3. Return the selection switch to the neutral position to prevent unintentional operation.
the selection
The mirrors can also be adjusted manu- ally.
1) Outside mirror defogger button (if
equipped)
2) Outside mirror defogger and windshield
wiper deicer button (if equipped)
The outside mirror defogger operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. To turn on the outside mirror defogger, push the button. To turn it off, push the
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button again. The indicator light located on the button lights up while the outside mirror defogger is operating.
If
The defogger will automatically shut off after approximately 15 minutes. the mirror clears before that time, push the button to turn it off. It also turns off when the ignition switch is turned to the “Acc” or “LOCK” position. If defrosting or defogging is desired when you restart your vehicle, you have to push the button to turn it on again. NOTE On vehicles equipped with a wind- shield wiper deicer, the windshield wiper deicer switch is also used to operate the outside mirror defogger.
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Tilt steering wheel
5. Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked by moving it up and down.
Horn
WARNING
Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt position while driving. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury.
1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to the “Front seats” section (chapter 1). 2. Push the tilt lock lever down. 3. Move the steering wheel to the desired level. 4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.
To sound the horn, push the horn pad.
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Climate control
Air conditioner button ........................................ Temperature sensors .........................................
4-10
4-11
Operating tips for heater and air
conditioner ...................................................... Cleaning ventilation grille................................... Efficient cooling after parking in direct
sunlight ...........................................................
Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant
circuit.............................................................. Checking air conditioning system before summer season ............................................................ Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather conditions ................. Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded.............................................. Refrigerant for your climate control system ........ Air filtration system (if equipped)..................... Replacing an air filter.........................................
4-11
4-11
4-11
4-12
4-12
4-12
4-12
4-12
4-12
4-13
Ventilator.............................................................. Air flow selection ................................................ Center and side ventilators..................................
Manual climate control system
(if equipped) ..................................................... Control panel ...................................................... Heater operation ................................................. Air conditioner operation.....................................
Automatic climate control system
(if equipped) ..................................................... Control panel ...................................................... To use as full-automatic climate control
system..............................................................
4-2
4-2
4-3
4-3
4-3
4-5
4-7
4-8
4-8
4-8
To use as semi-automatic climate control
system..............................................................
4-8
Fan speed control dial.........................................
4-9
Temperature control dial......................................
4-9
Air flow control dial.............................................
4-9
Air inlet selection button .................................... 4-10
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Ventilator & Air flow selection
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& Center and side ventilators ! Center ventilators
! Side ventilators
Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction.
1) Open 2) Close 3)
Thumbwheel
Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction. To open or close the ventilator, turn the thumbwheel up or down.
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Manual climate control sys- tem (if equipped) & Control panel
Temperature control dial Fan speed control dial
1) 2) 3) Air flow control dial 4) Rear window defogger button (Refer to
the “Rear window defogger button” in chapter 3.)
5) Air conditioner button 6) Air inlet selection button ! Temperature control dial This dial regulates the temperature of air flow from the air outlets over a range from the blue side (cool) to red side (warm).
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! Fan speed control dial The fan operates only when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. The fan speed control dial is used to select four fan speeds. ! Air flow control dial This dial has the following five positions:
: Air flows through the instrument panel
outlets.
: Air flows through the instrument panel
outlets and the foot outlets.
: Air flows through the foot outlets and some through the windshield defroster outlets.
mode. In this state, you cannot select “recir- culation” mode by manually pressing the air inlet selection button. Also, you cannot stop the air condi- tioner compressor by pressing the air conditioner button. ! Air conditioner button
: Air
flows through the windshield
defroster outlets and foot outlets.
: Air
flows through the windshield
defroster outlets. NOTE When the dial is placed in the “ ” or “ ” position, the air conditioner com- pressor operates automatically regard- less of the position of the air condi- tioner button to defog the windshield quickly. However the indicator on the air conditioner button will not come on. At the same time, the air inlet selection to “outside air” is automatically set
The air conditioner operates only when the engine is running.
Push the air conditioner button while the fan is in operation to turn on the air conditioner. The indicator light will come on.
Push it again to turn off the air conditioner.
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! Air inlet selection button
ON position (Recirculation): Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle. Push the air inlet selection button to the ON posi- tion. The indicator light will come on. Place the air inlet selection button to the ON position for fast cooling with the air conditioner or when driving on a dusty road.
OFF position (Outside air): Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment. Push the air inlet selection button again to the OFF position. The indicator light will go off. Place the air inlet selection button to the OFF position when the interior has cooled to a comfortable temperature and the road is no longer dusty.
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WARNING
Continued operation with the air inlet selection button in the ON position may fog up the windows. Switch to the OFF position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears.
& Heater operation ! Defrosting or defogging the wind-
shield
the way to the right. 3. Set the fan speed control dial to the highest speed.
” or “
If your vehicle is equipped with an air conditioner, when the “ ” position is selected, the air conditioner compressor automatically operates regardless of the position of the air conditioner button to defog the windshield quickly. However, the air conditioner indicator light does not come on at this time. NOTE Warm air also comes out from the right and left air outlets. To stop warm air flow from these outlets, turn the corre- sponding thumbwheel down.
To direct warm air to the windshield and front door windows: 1. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 2. Turn the temperature control dial all
”
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! Heating and defrosting
To direct warm air toward the floor and the windshield: 1. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 2. Set the temperature control dial to the most comfortable level. 3. Set the fan speed control dial to the desired speed.
”
” or “
If your vehicle is equipped with an air conditioner, when the “ ” position is selected, the air conditioner compressor automatically operates regardless of the position of the air conditioner button to defog the windshield quickly. However, the air conditioner indicator light does not come on at this time.
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NOTE Warm air also comes out from the right and left air outlets. To stop warm air flow from these outlets, turn the corre- sponding thumbwheel down. ! Heating
NOTE Warm air also comes out from the right and left air outlets. To stop warm air flow from these outlets, turn the corre- sponding thumbwheel down. ! Bi-level heating
desired speed.
Setting the temperature control dial fully turned to the red area or blue area decreases the temperature difference between the air from the instrument panel outlets and the air from the foot outlets. ! Ventilation
To direct warm air toward the floor: 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the most comfortable level. 4. Set the fan speed control dial to the desired speed.
”
This setting allows you to direct air of different temperatures from the instrument panel and foot outlets. The air from the foot outlets is slightly warmer than from the instrument panel outlets. 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired temperature level. 4. Set the fan speed control dial to the
”
To force outside air through the instrument panel outlets: 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 3. Set the temperature control dial all the way left. 4. Set the fan speed control dial to the desired speed.
”
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red side. 3. Set the fan speed control dial at the highest speed.
in the “
The air conditioner compressor automati- cally operates when the air flow control ” position to dial set provide better defogging performance. However, the air conditioner indicator light does not come on at this time.
” or “
When driving on a dusty road, set the air inlet selection button to the “ON” position.
WARNING
Continued operation with the air inlet selection button in the ON position may fog up the windows. Switch to the OFF position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears.
& Air conditioner operation ! Cooling or dehumidifying
through the instrument panel outlets: 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 3. Set the air conditioner button to the “ON” position. 4. Set the temperature control dial to the blue side. 5. Set the fan speed control dial at the highest speed.
”
! Defrosting or defogging
1) ON position
For cooling and dehumidification of the passenger compartment, performing the following steps will allow air to flow
To direct warm air to the windshield and front door windows: 1. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 2. Set the temperature control dial to the
”
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Automatic climate control system (if equipped)
Although this climate control system can be used as a full-automatic climate control system, it can also, if desired, be used as a semi-automatic climate control system. When it is used as a full-automatic climate control system, the outlet air temperature, fan speed, air flow distribution, air inlet control, and air conditioner compressor operation are all automatically controlled to maintain a constant, comfortable tem- perature inside the vehicle. NOTE . Operate the automatic climate con- trol system when the engine is running. . When the engine coolant is cold, the blower does not run. . In the “AUTO” mode, when the air temperature in the passenger compart- ment is sufficiently cool, the air condi- tioner compressor does not operate. For efficient defogging or dehumidify- ing in cold weather, press the “A/C” button to operate the air conditioner compressor. . Even when cooling is not necessary, setting the temperature much lower than the current outlet air temperature turns on the air conditioner compres-
sor automatically and the “A/C” indi- cator light on the control panel comes on.
& Control panel
Temperature control dial Fan speed control dial
1) 2) 3) Air flow control dial 4) Rear window defogger button (Refer to
the “Rear window defogger button” in chapter 3.)
5) Air inlet selection button 6) Air conditioner button
& To use as full-automatic cli-
mate control system
Place the temperature control dial in the position for your desired temperature, then
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set the other dials and buttons as de- scribed in the following. The system’s functions will then switch to AUTO mode and be controlled automatically. . Air flow control dial: AUTO position . Fan speed control dial: AUTO position . Air inlet selection button: Press for at least 1 second. (Indicator will flash twice.) . Air conditioner button: Press for at least 1 second. (Indicator will flash twice.)
& To use as semi-automatic
climate control system
Each function can be individually set to AUTO mode independently of the others. Any function set to AUTO mode is con- trolled automatically. Any function not set to AUTO mode can be manually adjusted as desired. The temperature can be set within a range of 65 to 858F (20 to 308C).
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& Fan speed control dial
NOTE With the fan speed control dial in the AUTO position and the air flow control dial in the “ ”, or “ ” position, the fan does not operate during engine warm-up until the engine coolant tem- perature exceeds approx. 1228F (508C).
”, “
& Temperature control dial
The fan operates only with the ignition switch in the “ON” position. The fan speed control dial is used to select the AUTO (automatic control) mode or to select the desired fan speed. The dial’s positions and their functions are as follows: OFF: The fan does not operate. AUTO: The fan speed is adjusted auto- matically in accordance with the air temperature inside and outside the pas- senger compartment, the intensity of sun- light, and other factors. SUBARU recom- mends using the AUTO position. Other positions: The fan speed can be adjusted in seven steps.
This dial is used to set the desired interior temperature. With the dial set to your desired temperature, the system automa- tically adjusts the temperature of air supplied from the outlets such that the desired temperature is achieved and maintained. If the dial is turned fully counterclockwise, the system gives maximum cooling per-
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formance. If the dial is turned fully clock- wise, the system gives maximum heating performance.
& Air flow control dial
This dial has the following six positions. The outlets from which air is supplied in each position are as follows: AUTO: The air flow control is adjusted automatically in accordance with the air temperature inside and outside the pas- senger compartment, the intensity of sun- light, and other factors. SUBARU recom- mends using the AUTO position.
: Instrument panel outlets
Instrument panel outlets and foot
outlets
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outlets (relatively little air from windshield defroster outlets)
: Windshield defroster outlets and foot
outlets
: Windshield defroster outlets
NOTE When the dial is placed in the “ ” or “ ” position, the air conditioner com- pressor operates automatically to de- fog the windshield quickly. At the same time, the air inlet selection is automa- tically set to “outside air” mode.
& Air inlet selection button
ON position (Recirculation): Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle. Push the air inlet selection button to the ON position
for fast cooling with the air conditioner or when driving on a dusty road. The indicator light will come on. OFF position (Outside Air): Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment. Push the air inlet selection button to the OFF position when the interior has cooled to a comfortable temperature and the road is no longer dusty. The indicator light will go off. AUTO: When the air inlet selection button is pressed for at the indicator flashes twice. The air inlet control is then adjusted automatically in accor- dance with the air temperature inside and outside the passenger compartment, the intensity of sunlight, and other factors. Pressing the air inlet selection button cancels the AUTO mode. SUBARU re- commends using the AUTO position.
least 1 second,
WARNING
Continued operation in the ON posi- tion may fog up the windows. Switch to the OFF position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears.
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& Air conditioner button
The button’s positions and their functions are as follows: ON: The air conditioner operates while the fan is running. Push the button to select this position. The indicator light will come on. OFF: The air conditioner does not oper- ate. Push the button again to select position. The indicator light will go off. AUTO: When the button is pressed for at least 1 second, the indicator flashes twice. The air conditioner compressor operation is then adjusted automatically in accor- dance with the air temperature inside and outside the passenger compartment, the intensity of sunlight, and other factors.
this
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Pressing the button cancels the AUTO mode. SUBARU recommends using the AUTO position. NOTE The air conditioner’s compressor does not operate with an outside tempera- ture of 328F (08C) or lower.
& Temperature sensors
the sensors, observe the following pre- cautions: – Do not subject the sensors to impact. – Keep water away from the sensors. – Do not cover the sensors.
The sensors are located as follows: – Solar sensor: beside the windshield defroster grille. – Interior air temperature sensor: near the ignition switch. – Outside temperature sensor: behind the front grille.
Interior air temperature sensor
1) 2) Solar sensor
The automatic climate control system employs several sensors. These sensors are delicate. treated properly and become damaged, the sys- tem may not be able to control the interior temperature correctly. To avoid damaging
they are not
If
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Operating tips for heater and air conditioner & Cleaning ventilation grille
Always keep the front ventilation inlet grille free of snow, leaves, or other obstructions to ensure efficient heating and defrosting. Since the condenser is located in front of the radiator, this area should be kept clean because cooling performance is impaired by any accumulation of insects and leaves on the condenser.
& Efficient cooling after parking
in direct sunlight
After parking in direct sunlight, drive with the windows open for a few minutes to allow outside air to circulate into the
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& Air conditioner compressor
shut-off when engine is heavily loaded
To improve acceleration and gas mileage, the air conditioner compressor is designed to temporarily shut off during air condi- tioner operation whenever the accelerator is fully depressed such as during rapid acceleration or when driving on a steep upgrade.
& Refrigerant for your climate
control system
Your air conditioner uses ozone friendly refrigerant HFC134a. Therefore, the meth- od of adding, changing or checking the refrigerant is different from the method for CFC12 (freon). Consult your SUBARU dealer for service. Repairs needed as a result of using the wrong refrigerant are not covered under warranty.
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heated interior. This results in quicker cooling by the air conditioner. Keep the windows closed during the operation of the air conditioner for maximum cooling efficiency.
& Lubrication oil circulation in
the refrigerant circuit
Operate the air conditioner compressor at a low engine speed (at idle or low driving speeds) a few minutes each month during the off-season to circulate its oil.
& Checking air conditioning
system before summer sea- son
Check the air conditioner unit for refriger- ant leaks, hose conditions, and proper operation each spring. Have your SUBARU dealer perform this check.
& Cooling and dehumidifying in
high humidity and low tem- perature weather conditions Under certain weather conditions (high relative humidity, low temperatures, etc.) a small amount of water vapor emission from the air outlets may be noticed. This condition is normal and does not indicate any problem with the air conditioning system.
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Air filtration system (if equipped)
If your vehicle’s air conditioning system is equipped with an air filtration system, replace the filter element according to the replacement schedule shown in the following. This schedule should be fol- lowed to maintain the filter’s dust collec- tion ability. Under extremely dusty condi- tions, the filter should be replaced more frequently. is recommended that you have your filter checked or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For replacement, use only a genuine SUBARU air filter kit.
It
Replacement schedule:
Every 12 months or 7,500 miles (12,000
km) whichever comes first
CAUTION
Contact your SUBARU dealer if the following occurs, even if it is not yet time to change the filter: – Reduction of the air flow through
the vents.
– Windshield gets easily fogged or
misted.
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NOTE The filter can influence the air condi- tioning, heating and defroster perfor- mance if not properly maintained.
& Replacing an air filter
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one.
CAUTION
The arrow mark on the filter must point UP.
1) Air filter cover
2. Remove the air filter cover.
1. Remove the glove box. (1) Open the glove box. (2) Remove the nine screws securing the glove box.
1) Air filter cover
4. Reinstall the air filter cover.
1) Air filter element 2) Arrow mark
3. Replace the air filter element with new
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5. Reinstall the glove box. 6. Close the glove box.
1) Service label 2) Caution label
7. LABEL installation
the information on the
(1) Fill out service label (small). (2) Attach the service label to the driver side door pillar and the caution label the instrument panel.
to the driver side end of
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Audio
Antenna system .................................................. FM reception ....................................................... Installation of accessories.................................. Audio set ............................................................. Type A audio set ................................................. Type B audio set ................................................. In-dash 6 CD auto changer (Optional audio unit – if equipped)....................................................... Type A audio set (if equipped) ........................... Radio operation................................................... Compact disc player operation ............................
5-2
5-2
5-2
5-3
5-3
5-3
5-3
5-4
5-4
5-7
CD changer control (if optional in-dash CD
changer is connected) .......................................
Type B audio set (if equipped).......................... Radio operation ................................................. Built-in CD changer control................................ Auxiliary unit and satellite radio operation.......... In-dash 6 CD auto changer (if equipped)......... Loading and unloading compact discs ...............
Precautions to observe when handling a
compact disc...................................................
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5-11
5-11
5-15
5-20
5-23
5-23
5-25
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ing area, atmospheric conditions, station strength and transmitter distance. Build- ings or other obstructions may cause momentary static, flutter or station inter- ference. reception continues to be unsatisfactory, switch to a stronger station.
If
Installation of accessories
Always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing a citizen band radio or other transmitting device in your vehicle. Such devices may cause the electronic control system to malfunction if they are incorrectly installed or they are not suited for the vehicle.
if
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Antenna system
The antenna is printed on the inner surface of the left side rear quarter window glass.
CAUTION
Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaner containing abra- sives to clean the inner surface of the window on which the antenna is printed. Doing so may damage the antenna printed on the window.
& FM reception Although FM is normally static free, reception can be affected by the surround-
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Audio set
& Type B audio set
Your SUBARU may be equipped with one of the following audio sets. See the pages indicated in this section for operating details.
& Type A audio set
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& In-dash 6 CD auto changer
(Optional audio unit – if equipped)
. Radio operation: refer to page 5-11
. Built-in CD changer operation: refer to
page 5-15
. Auxiliary unit operation: refer to page 5-
20
. Inserting and removing a disc or all
discs: refer to page 5-23
. Radio operation: refer to page 5-4
. Compact disc player operation: refer to
page 5-7
. CD changer control: refer to page 5-9
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Type A audio set (if equipped)
(1) Power switch, Volume control, Tone/
Fader/Balance control dial
The radio will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” position. & Radio operation
(2) BAND button (3) Tuning buttons (4) Preset buttons (5) AUDIO button (6) SCAN button
! Power switch and volume/bass/tre-
ble/fader/balance control (PWR/ VOL)
The dial (1) is used for both power (ON/ OFF) and volume control. The radio is turned ON and OFF by pushing the dial and the volume is controlled by turning the dial. ! Tone and balance control The “VOLUME” control knob normally function as volume control. This knob become a control for Treble, Bass, Fader or Balance when you select the appro- priate audio mode. Choose desired volume level for each mode by turning the “VOLUME” control knob. The control function returns to volume control mode after approximately 5 seconds. To change control modes: Each brief the “AUDIO” button changes press of control modes in the following sequence starting from volume control mode. (When the radio is first the control
turned on,
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mode is in the volume control.)