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band has been scanned from the low end to the high end. Press the “SCAN” button again to cancel the SCAN mode and to stop on any displayed frequency. When the “SCAN” button is pressed for automatic tuning, stations are scanned in the direction of low frequencies to high frequencies only. Automatic tuning may not function properly if the station reception is weakened by distance from the station or proximity to tall buildings and hills.
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B Selecting preset stations Presetting a station with a preset button 5 allows you to select that station in a single operation. Up to six AM, FM1 and FM2 stations each may be preset.
B How to preset stations 1. Press the “FM/AM” selection button to select AM, FM1 or FM2 re- ception. 2. Press the “SCAN” button 3 or tune the radio manually until the de- sired station frequency is displayed. 3. Press one of the preset buttons 5 for at least 1.5 seconds to store the frequency. The frequency of the station will flash once on the dis- play at this time. If the button is pressed for less than 1.5 seconds, the preceding selection will remain in memory.
NOTE If the connection between the radio and battery is broken for any reason such as vehicle maintenance or radio removal, all stations stored in the preset buttons are cleared. If this occurs, it is neces- sary to reset the preset buttons.
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Cassette player operation
9 Cassette slot Q Eject button W Repeat button E TAPE (cassette player
selection) button
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R TPS button T Dolby B NR button Y Fast forward button U Program switching button I Rewind button
NOTE D Only use good quality cassettes (cassettes longer than C-90 are not recommended). D Put cassettes back in their boxes immediately after use to protect them from dust and dirt and to prevent the tape from unwinding. D Never expose cassettes to heat, direct sunlight or moisture. D Clean the tape head (once or twice a month) using a wet-type cleaning cassette.
B To play back a cassette tape n When cassette tape is not in the player When a cassette is partially inserted, it is automatically drawn in and starts tape playback.
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n When cassette tape is in the player When the “TAPE” button E is pressed, the display will show “PLAY” and the player will start playback.
B Tape travel indicators These indicate the direction the cassette tape is moving. " : indicates that the top side of the cassette is being played back. A : indicates that the bottom side of the cassette is being played back. B Program switching button (PROG) When the program switching button “PROG” U is pressed during playback, the tape travel indicators will switch and the player will be- gin playing back the opposite side of the tape. The same mechanism is automatically activated when the end of the tape is reached. This allows the opposite side of the tape to play, providing continuous playback.
B Fast-forward button (FF) To fast-forward the tape, press the “FF” button Y. The display will show “FF”. To stop fast-forwarding, press the “FF” or “TAPE” E button.
B Rewind button (REW) To rewind the tape, press the “REW” button I. The display will indi- cate “REW”. To stop rewinding, press the “REW” or “TAPE” E button.
” button Q is pressed, play back stops and the cassette
B Eject button ( When “ tape is ejected. The ejection function also operates when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” position. Always make certain that you remove the cassette tape. B Tape program sensor button (TPS) n Blank skip When the “TPS” button R is pressed, the “TPS” indicator will come on and the player will automatically skip any blank portion of 15 second or more and play the next program, even if it is on the other side. To cancel blank skip mode, press the “TPS” button again.
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n Blank search Press “TPS” button R during playback to return to the beginning of the current selection or to skip to the beginning of the next selection. To use this function, press the “TPS” button to turn on the “TPS” indi- cator. If the fast-forward button “FF” Y is then pressed, the player ad- vances the tape to the beginning of the next selection and starts play- ing it. If the rewind button “REW” I is pressed instead, the player rewinds the tape to the beginning of the current selection and starts replaying it. The “TPS” function may not operate properly under the following conditions: D When the recording level is low. D When there are long pauses in the middle of a selection. D When the tape contains verbal material such as conversations. D When the blanks between selections are shorter than five seconds. D When there are no blanks between selections (live concerts, etc.).
B Repeat button (RPT) Push the “RPT” button W to repeat the piece of music being listened to. To use this function, push the “RPT” button while the piece you want to hear again is being played. “RPT” will be indicated on the dis- play. When the selection ends, the cassette player automatically re- winds to the beginning of the piece and the selection begins again. To cancel the repeat function, push the “RPT” button again. Until the repeat function is cancelled, the same piece of music will be repeated indefinitely. The “RPT” function may not operate properly under the following conditions: D When the recording level is low. D When there are long pauses in the middle of a selection. D When the tape contains verbal material such as conversations. D When the blanks between selections are shorter than five seconds. D When there are no blanks between selections (live concerts, etc).
B Dolby B NR button ( Press “ NR system*. The “ noise on the tape will be reduced for clearer sound reproduction.
” button T when playing tapes recorded using the Dolby ” indicator will light up and high-frequency
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* Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby” and the double-D Symbol are trade marks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
B Auto metal sensor The cassette player automatically adjusts for metal or CrO2 tape.
Built in CD changer operation
O LOAD button P SCAN button A Disc slot S CD button D Eject button
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F Random button G Fast forward/Fast reverse and track UP/DOWN knob
H Repeat button J Disc select button
NOTE Make sure to always insert a disc with the label side up. If a disc is inserted with the label side down, it might be ejected or the player might shut off.
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B How to insert a CD(s) n Inserting a CD 1. Press “LOAD” button O. If the magazine in the player has an idle position where you can insert a disc, the “DISC” indicator associated with the idle position will blink. If no indicator blinks, it means that there is no idle position in the mag- azine. 2. As soon as the “DISC” indicator begins to blink, the “IN” will ap- pear on display for a period of 15 seconds. Insert a disc during the period. The disc will be then automatically drawn in, and the player will begin to play back the first number of the disc. D To insert more discs in succession, repeat Steps 1 and 2. The magazine will be loaded with discs in the ascending order of position number. If you do not insert any disc in 15 seconds after you have pressed the “LOAD” button, the player will begin to play back the first number of the last disc you have inserted. D The disc indicator steadily lights up if a disc is already inserted in the corresponding position of the magazine. D While the player is in the loading mode, if you press any of the oth- er mode buttons “FM” 2, “AM” 1 and “TAPE” E, the player will enter the standby mode. Press the “CD” button S to start playback.
n Inserting a disc in a desired position 1. Press the “LOAD” button. If the magazine in the player has an idle position where you can insert a disc, the “DISC” indicator associated with the idle position will blink. The positions in the magazine the indicator of which steadily lights up are already loaded with discs. 2. Press the “DISC SELECT” button J at the position where you want to insert a disc. The associated “DISC” indicator will blink, and the “IN” will be displayed. 3. If you insert a disc during the 15-second period while the “IN” is on display, the disc will be automatically drawn in, and the player will start playback of the disc, beginning with the first number. D To insert more discs in succession, repeat Steps 1 and 2.
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D While the player is in the loading mode, if you press any of the oth- er mode buttons “FM” 2, “AM” 1 and “TAPE” E, the player will enter standby mode. Press the “CD” button to start playback.
n Loading all the magazine (Full disc loading mode) 1. If you continue to press the “LOAD” button for more than 1.5 se- conds, the player will produce beep sound and will enter the full disc loading mode. 2. A “DISC” indicator will blink, and the “IN” will be on display for a period of 15 seconds. If a disc is successfully loaded during this peri- od, the “DISC” indicator will stop blinking and will steadily light. 3. When the loading of a disc is complete, the next “DISC” indicator will blink. Then repeat Step 2. 4. When the magazine is filled with discs by repeating Steps 2 and 3, the player will start playback of the discs, beginning with the one in- serted first. If you fail to insert any disc during each 15-second interval, the full disc loading mode will be canceled, and the player will start playback of the disc inserted first.
B How to play back a CD or make a pause n When there is no CD inserted: Insert a CD by referring to “How to Insert a CD(s)”. When a CD is loaded, the player will start playback of the CD, begin- ning with the first number.
n When there are CDs loaded: Press a desired one of the “DISC SELECT” buttons J the “DISC” indi- cator of which steadily lights up. The player will then start playback of the selected CD, beginning with the first number.
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B Selecting a desired track (TRACK)
""❚ :Skipping forward ❚AA :Skipping backward "" :Fast forwarding AA :Fast reversing
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n Skipping forward Turn the “TRACK” knob G clockwise and release it immediately to skip to the beginning of the next track. Each time the knob is turned and released, the indicated track number will increase. n Skipping backward Turn the “TRACK” knob G counterclockwise and release it immedi- ately to skip to the beginning of the current track. If you continue to turn and release the knob, the indicated truck number will decrease. n Fast forwarding Turn the “TRACK” knob G clockwise and hold it continuously for more than 2 seconds to fast forward the disc. Release the knob to stop fast forwarding. n Fast reversing Turn the “TRACK” knob G counterclockwise and hold it continuously for more than 2 seconds to fast reverse the disc. Release the knob to stop fast reverse. B Repeat playback Press the “RPT” button H while a song is playing to play the song repeatedly. The “RPT” indicator will come on and the song will be played continuously. To cancel the repeat mode, press the button again. Then the “RPT” indicator goes out, and normal playback mode is restored.
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B Random playback Press the “RDM” button F while a disc is being played back to play all songs on the disc in a random order. The “RDM” indicator will come on and all songs on the disc will be played in a random order. To cancel the random mode, press the button again. Then the “RDM” indicator goes out, and normal playback mode is restored.
B Scan When the “SCAN” button P is pressed while the disc is being played back, you can hear the first 10 seconds of each track to seach for the desired program. To continue listening to the program, press the “SCAN” button again. After all tracks on the disc have been scanned, normal playback mode is restored.
B How to unload CDs from the player n Ejecting a CD from the player Of the discs loaded, you can select and remove only one disc. 1. Press the “DISC SELECT” button J of the disc whose “DISC” indi- cator is ON. 2. Press the “EJECT” button D. Then the “DISC” indicator associated with the disc you have selected will blink, and the disc will be ejected. To remove more discs in succession, repeat Steps 1 and 2.
n Ejecting all discs from the player (All disc ejection mode) 1. If you continue to press the “EJECT” button D, the player will pro- duce beep sound and will enter the all disc ejection mode. 2. Remove the disc that has been ejected. The other discs loaded will then be ejected one after another. If you do not remove the disc that has been ejected, the “All disc ejection mode” will be canceled.
NOTE Avoid driving the vehicle with a CD sticking out, because vibra- tion might make it fall out.
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CD changer control (If optional in dash CD changer is connected) An optional CD changer can be connected to this audio unit. See your SUBARU dealer for more information. For procedures for loading and un- loading CDs, refer to “In-dash 6 CD auto changer” in this chapter.
K SCAN button L RPT (Repeat) button Z CD button X RAND (Random) button
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C Fast forward/Fast reverse and track UP/DOWN knob
V Disc select buttons
B To start playback Press the “CD” button Z two times. The “CD” indicator will come on and the disc number will appear on the display and the CD changer will start playback.
NOTE D If the “CD” button is pressed during a radio broadcast, the CD changer will interrupt the broadcast. D At the end of the disc, playback automatically continues with the next disc. D After playback on the last disc finishes, the player will auto- matically return to the first disc.
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D If you have loaded fewer than 6 discs, any missing disc is automatically skipped.
B Selection of a desired disc Press the desired “Disc select” buttons V (numbered from 1 to 6) and the disc will begin to play.
B Selecting a desired track (TRACK)
""❚ :Skipping forward ❚AA :Skipping backward "" :Fast forwarding AA :Fast reversing
HS5005BA
n Skipping forward Turn the “TRACK” knob C clockwise and release it immediately to skip to the beginning of the next track. Each time the knob is turned and released, the indicated track number will increase.
n Skipping backward Turn the “TRACK” knob C counterclockwise and release it immedi- ately to skip to the beginning of the current track. If you continue to turn and release the knob, the indicated truck number will decrease.
n Fast forwarding Turn the “TRACK” knob C clockwise and hold it continuously for more than 2 seconds to fast forward the disc. Release the knob to stop fast forwarding. If you continue fast forwarding to the end of the disc, the CD changer will automatically stop fast forwarding and change to the next disc.
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n Fast reversing Turn the “TRACK” knob C counterclockwise and hold it continuously for more than 2 seconds to fast reverse the disc. Release the knob to stop fast reverse. If you continue fast reverse to the beginning of the disc, the CD changer will automatically stop fast reverse and start playback begin- ning with the first track on the current disc.
B Repeat Press the “RPT” button L while a song is playing to play the song repeatedly. The “RPT” indicator will come on and the song will be played continuously. To cancel the repeat mode, press the button again. Then the “RPT” indicator goes out, and normal playback mode is restored.
B Random playback Press the “RAND” button X while a disc is being played back to play all songs on the disc in a random order. The “RAND” indicator will come on and all songs on the disc will be played in a random order. To cancel the random mode, press the button again. Then the “RAND” indicator goes out, and normal playback mode is restored.
B Scan (a convenient way to become familiar with a disc) 1. Press the “SCAN” button K.
– The display shows “SCAN” and the track number being scanned. – You hear the first 10 seconds of each track. – The operation is automatically cleared after playing all pro- grams. Then, normal playback starts.
2. Press the “SCAN” button again when you hear a track you like.
– Normal playback resumes.
B To stop playback To stop playback and switch over to the radio mode, press the “BAND” button. To stop playback and switch over to the cassette player mode, press the “TAPE” button.
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CD player (if equipped)
1 Disc slot 2 Disc indicator
3 Eject button
HB5039BB
CAUTION
D Use only music CDs identified by D Do not use CDs listed below which could cause damage to the CD player.
mark.
D Any disc with a peel-off or seal on it. D Any disc with scratches and/or dust. D Bent disc. D Cleaning disc. D CD accessory. (E.g., 3-inch (8 cm) disc adapter)
D Do not insert or remove any disc when the automatic transmis- sion 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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B To insert a disc Be sure to hold a disc with the label side (the side where titles are printed) up. Push the disc into the slot. The disc will be automatically set in position by the auto-loading mechanism and begin playing. The disc indicator will turn on as the CD begins playing.
n Disc indicator Lit: A disc is in the slot (When the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position). OFF: No disc is loaded or the ignition switch is in the “Lock” position.
B To remove disc left in slot Simply press the “Eject button” 3 and the disc will be ejected. This procedures is effective even when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” position.
n Function control Refer to CD player control operating instructions described in the “Type A audio set” section.
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In-dash 6 CD auto changer 1 (if equipped)
1 Disc slot 2 Disc indicators (disc No.1 to 6)
3 Disc select buttons
(disc No.1 to 6)
4 Eject button
HB5040BB
CAUTION
D 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. D Use only music CDs identified by a D Do not use CDs listed below which could cause damage to the CD player.
mark.
D 3-inch (8 cm) compact disc. D Any disc with a peel-off or seal on it. D Any disc with scratches and/or dust. D Bent disc. D Cleaning disc. D CD accessory. (E.g., 3-inch (8 cm) disc adapter)
D Do not insert or remove any disc when the automatic transmis- sion 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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B 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 se- conds. 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 step 1 and 2 choosing a different disc select button.B To insert six discs at a time 1. Press and hold the “Disc select” button number 1 until all disc indi- cators begin blinking (about 1.5 seconds). 2. The indicators will blink for 15 seconds. During this period, insert desired six discs. 3. When all discs are loaded, the first disc will begin to play. (If no disc is inserted within this 15 seconds, the entire disc load sequence will be canceled.)
B 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 selected disc will be ejected and the indicator light will begin blinking. 3. To remove another disc, repeat step 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.)
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B To remove all discs at one time 1. Press and hold the “Eject” button 4 until all “Disc” indicators begin blinking (about 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.
B 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 UP” or “DISC DOWN” button on the radio unit to select the desired disc, and the disc will begin to play.
B 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.
B Function control Refer to CD player control operating instructions described in the “Type A audio set” or “Type C audio set” section.
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Precautions to observe when handling a compact disc (CD)
D 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, contamina- tion could cause poor tone quality. Do not touch the disc surface. D 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. D Never use a badly damaged, deformed or cracked disc. Malfunctions or problems might result. D 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 hot days.
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Sun visors
Vanity mirror (if equipped)
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Storage compartment
Glove compartment Center console Overhead console Dashboard storage compartment (if equipped) Door storage compartment Coin tray Cup holder Clock Accessory power socket Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Ashtray Coat hook Interior light Spotlight Cargo area light Luggage cover (if equipped) Shopping bag hook Cargo anchorage eyelets Under floor storage tray
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HS0088
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To block out glare, swing down the visors. To use the sun visor at a side window, swing it down and move it sideways.
J Vanity mirror (if equipped) To use the vanity mirror, swing down the visor and open the cover.
Storage compartment
CAUTION
D Always keep the storage compartment closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stops or an acci- dent. D Do not store spray cans, containers with flammable or corro- sive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compart- ment.
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J Glove compartment
Unlock
Lock
HS0090
To open the glove compartment, pull the handle. To close it, push the lid firmly upward. To lock the glove compartment, insert the master key and turn it clock- wise. To unlock it, insert the masterkey and turn it counterclockwise.
J Center console
To open the lid, pull up the lock release.
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J Overhead console
CAUTION
When your vehicle is in the sun or a warm day, the inside of the overhead console heats up. Avoid storing plastic or other heat- vulnerable or flammable articles such as a lighter in the overhead console.
Push
HS0092
To open the console, push the button and the console lid will automati- cally open.
J Dashboard storage compartment (if equipped)
Push
HS0094
To open the dashboard compartment, push the button and pull up on the
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lid. Be sure to close the compartment fully before driving.
J Door storage compartment
Push
HS0095
Each door is equipped with a door storage compartment. To open the compartment, push the button and pull up on the lid.
J Coin tray
To open the coin tray, pull the upper edge of the lid.
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Cup holder
CAUTION
D When not in use, always keep the holder stored while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of a sudden stop or an accident. D 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. D Take care to avoid spills. Beverages, if hot, might burn you or your passengers. Spilled beverages may also damage upholstery, carpets or audio equipment.
B In instrument panel
To use the cup holder, pull it out completely.
HS6018BA
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B Front passenger’s cup holder
HS0099
HS0100
A front passenger’s cup holder is also built in the lid of the center con- sole. To use the cup holder, open the lid by sliding it forward and un- fold the arm. Adjust the opening area by sliding the lid forward or rearward to fit the cup. When not in use, fold the arm and close the lid.
NOTE On models equipped with a center console arm rest extension, the front passenger’s cup holder must be eliminated to provide this feature.
B Rear passenger’s cup holder
HS0101
HS0102
The rear passenger’s cup holder is located at the back of the center
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console. To use the cup holder, open the lid by pulling its upper edge.
Clock
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The clock displays the time when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” positions.
B Setting the clock To set the hour, press the “H” button. To set the minutes, press the “M” button. To reset the minutes to “00” with a radio time signal, push the “S” button.
Accessory power socket
B Electrical power socket located on the left-lower part of the
instrument panel
CAUTION
The electrical power socket located on the lower part of the instrument panel is designed to use only a SUBARU genuine cig- arette lighter plug. Do not use non-genuine cigarette lighter plugs or any “plug-in” type electrical accessories in the socket. Doing so many cause a short-circuit and overheating, resulting in a fire. Refer to the “Cigarette lighter” section in this chapter.
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B Accessory power socket in the luggage compartment and dual
power socket (if equipped)
CAUTION
D Do not attempt to use a cigarette lighter in the accessory socket or dual power socket. D Do not place any foreign objects, especially metal ones such as coins or aluminum foil, into the accessory socket or dual power socket. That could cause a short circuit. Always put the cap on the accessory socket and dual power socket when it is not in use. D Use only electrical appliances which are designed for 12V DC and which consume less than 120W. Overloading the accessory socket or dual power socket can cause a short circuit. Do not use double adapters or more than one electrical appliance. D If the plug on your electric appliance is either too loose or too tight for the accessory socket or dual power socket, this can result in a poor contact or cause the plug to get stuck. Only use plugs that fit properly. D Use of an electric appliance in the accessory socket or dual power socket for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause battery discharge. D Before driving your vehicle, make sure that the plug and the cord on your electrical appliance will not interfere with your shift- ing gears and operating the accelerator and brake pedals. If they do, do not use the electrical appliance while driving.
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Electrical power (12V DC) from the battery is on tap at the socket when the ignition switch is either in the “ACC” or “ON” position. You can use an in-car use electrical appliance by connecting it to the socket.
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Cigarette lighter (if equipped)
CAUTION
The electrical power socket located on the lower part of the instrument panel is designed to use only a SUBARU genuine cig- arette lighter plug. Do not use non-genuine cigarette lighter plugs or any “plug-in” type electrical accessories in the socket. Doing so may cause a short-circuit and overheating, resulting in a fire.
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The electrical power socket located on the lower part of the instrument panel can only be used as cigarette lighter socket. A cigarette lighter plug is an optional accessory. It is available from your SUBARU dealer. If smoking is not desired, always put the cap on the socket to prevent any foreign object from entering it.
B Cigarette lighter (if equipped)
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.
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CAUTION
Do not hold the lighter pushed in, because it will overheat.
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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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Interior equipment
Ashtray
CAUTION
Do not use ashtrays as waste receptacles or leave a lighted ciga- rette in an ashtray. This could cause a fire.
Fully close the ashtray after using it to help reduce residual smoke.
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B Front ashtray To open the ashtray, pull the lid out.
To remove the ashtray for cleaning, open it and pull it out while push- ing the inner plate down.
B Rear ashtray (if equipped) To open the ashtray, pull the upper edge of the lid.
To remove the ashtray for cleaning, open it and pull it out while push- ing the inner plate down.
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Coat hook
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 weight 2.2
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Interior light
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Interior equipment
The interior light switch has three positions: ON: The light stays on continuously. Middle position: The light comes on when any door is opened and stays on for a few seconds after all doors are closed. OFF: The light stays off.
When leaving your vehicle, make sure the light is turned off to avoid bat- tery discharge.
Spotlight
Switch
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To turn on the spotlight, push the switch. To turn it off, push the switch again. When leaving the vehicle, make sure the light is turned off to avoid bat- tery discharge.
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Cargo area light
DOOR
OFF
ON
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The cargo area light switch has three positions: ON: The light stays on continuously. DOOR: The light comes on only when the rear gate is opened. OFF: The light stays off.
When leaving your vehicle, make sure the light is turned off to avoid bat- tery discharge.
Luggage cover (if equipped)
WARNING
Do not place anything on the extended 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 colli- sion. This could cause serious injury.
The luggage cover is provided for covering the cargo area and to pro- tect its contents from direct sunlight. This cover is detachable to make room for additional cargo.
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Interior equipment
B Using the cover
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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.
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To install the luggage cover, insert both ends of the cover housing into the retainers.
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Shopping bag hook
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A shopping bag hook is attached to each side of the cargo area. You can hook a light shopping bag or something similar on it.
Cargo anchorage eyelets
CAUTION
The cargo anchorage eyelets are designed only for securing light cargo. Never try to secure any cargo which weighs more than the load capacity of the anchorage eyelets. The maximum load ca- pacity is about 44 lb. (20 kg) per eyelet.
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Interior equipment
The cargo area is equipped with four anchorage eyelets so that cargo can be secured with a cargo net or ropes.
When using the anchorage eyelets, raise them up. When not in use, lower the eyelets down.
Under floor storage tray
CAUTION
D Always keep the lid of the storage tray closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stops or an acci- dent. D Do not store spray cans, containers with flammable or corro- sive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage tray.
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There are four storage trays under the floor of the cargo area. They can be used to store small items.
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B Front, left and right side storage tray
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To open the lid, raise the cargo anchorage eyelets and pull the tab up. The jack and jack handle are stored in the left side storage tray.
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Interior equipment
B Center storage tray
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To open the lid, pull the handle up. To keep the lid open, hang the hook provided on the backside of the lid on the rear edge of the roof. The spare tire is stored under the storage tray.
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Fuel
CAUTION
Use of a fuel which is low in quality or use of an inappropriate fuel additive may cause engine damage.
J Fuel requirements B Fuel Octane Rating Your engine is designed to use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. This octane rating is the average of the Re- search 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 techni- cian if you use a gasoline with the specified octane rating and your vehicle knocks heavily or persistently.
B Unleaded gasoline The neck of the fuel filler pipe is designed to accept only an unleaded gasoline filler nozzle. Under no circumstances should leaded gaso- line be used because it will damage the emission control system and may impair driveability and fuel economy.
B 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 California gasoline specifications. If you live in any other state than California, your vehicle will operate on gasoline meeting Federal specifications. Gasoline sold outside California is permitted to have higher sulfur levels, which may affect the performance of your vehicle’s catalytic converter and may pro- duce a sulfur exhaust odor or smell. SUBARU recommends that you
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try a different brand of unleaded gasoline having lower sulfur to deter- mine if the problem is fuel related before returning your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service.
B Gasoline for cleaner air
CAUTION
Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Fuels containing alcohol may cause paint damage, which is not cov- ered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty.
Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help prevent depos- its 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 con- tain 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 detergents and oxygenates and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions.
As additional guidance, only use fuels suited for your vehicle as ex- plained below.
D Fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rating no lower than that specified in this manual.
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D Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) is sometimes mixed with un- leaded gasoline. Methanol can be used in your vehicle ONLY if it does not exceed 5% of the fuel mixture AND if it is accompanied by sufficient quantities of the proper cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors required to prevent damage to the fuel system. Do not use fuel con- taining methanol EXCEPT under these conditions. D If undesirable driveability problems are experienced and you sus- pect they may be fuel related, try a different brand of gasoline before seeking service at your SUBARU dealer. D Fuel system damage or driveability problems which result from the use of improper fuel are not covered under the SUBARU Limited War- ranty.
J Fuel filler lid and cap
B Refueling
WARNING
D Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. Before refueling, always first stop the engine and make sure that there are no lighted ciga- rettes, open flames or electrical sparks in the adjacent area. D When opening the cap, do not remove the cap quickly. Fuel may be under pressure and spray out of the fuel filler neck espe- cially in hot weather, which may cause injury.
CAUTION
D Never add any cleaning agents to the fuel tank. The addition of a cleaning agent may cause damage to the fuel system. D Make sure that the cap is tightened until it clicks to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident. D Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Fuels may cause paint damage, which is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. D Always use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. If you use the wrong cap, it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emission control system might be damaged.
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HS0022
1. To open the fuel filler door, pull it outward. After refueling, be sure to close the fuel filler door completely.
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2. To take off the fuel filler cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise and remove the cap. 3. After the fuel filler nozzle has automatically stopped, do not add more fuel. 4. To put the cap back on, turn it clockwise until you hear a clicking noise. Be certain not to catch the cap tether under the cap while tightening. If you spill any fuel on the painted surface, rinse it off immediately. Otherwise, the painted surface could be damaged. Such damage is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty.
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NOTE 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.
State emission testing (U.S. only)
WARNING
Testing of an All-Wheel Drive vehicle must NEVER be performed on a single two-wheel dynamometer. Attempting to do so will result in uncontrolled vehicle movement and may cause an acci- dent or injuries to persons nearby.
CAUTION
Resultant vehicle damage due to improper testing is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty 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 dynamometer. Otherwise, serious transmission damage will result.
Some states have started using dynamometers in their state inspection programs 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 car’s wheels to turn while the car 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. Nor- mally, 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
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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 testing programs have EXEMPTED Subaru AWD vehicles from the portion of the testing pro- gram that involves a two-wheel dynamometer.
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Under no circumstances should the rear wheels be jacked off the ground, nor should the driveshaft be disconnected for state emission testing.
Preparing to drive
You should perform the following checks and adjustments every day be- fore you start driving.
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1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and lights are clean and unob- structed. 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, trunk and rear gate are fully closed. 5. Check the adjustment of the seat. 6. Check the adjustment of the inside 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 igni- tion switch is turned to the “ON” position. 9. Check the gauges, indicator and warning lights after starting the en- gine.
NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid and other fluid
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levels should be checked daily, weekly or at fuel stops.
Starting the engine
CAUTION
Do not operate the starter motor continuously for more than ten seconds. If the engine fails to start after operating the starter for five to ten seconds, wait for ten seconds or more before trying again.
J Starting the engine for a manual transmission vehicle 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories. 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 light” section (chapter 3). 5. Turn the ignition switch to the “START” position without depressing the accelerator pedal. Release the key immediately after the engine has started.
If the engine does not start within ten seconds, wait a while and then turn the ignition switch to the “START” position again while depressing the ac- celerator pedal half way down. 6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have gone off after the engine has started. The fuel injection system automatically lowers the idle speed as the engine warms up.
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hicle
CAUTION
If you restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift the se- lector lever into the “N” position. Do not attempt to place the se- lector lever of a moving vehicle into the “P” position.
1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. Shift the selector lever to the “P” or “N” position (preferably “P” posi- tion). The starter 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 accelerator pedal. Release the key immediately after the engine has started. If the engine does not start within ten seconds, wait a while and then turn the ignition switch to the “START” position again while depressing the ac- celerator pedal half way down. 6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have gone out after the engine has started. The fuel injection system automatically 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.
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If the engine is difficult to start using the normal method (without de- pressing the accelerator pedal), turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while slightly depressing the accelerator pedal.
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J Starting a flooded engine If the engine does not start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the en- gine). In case of a flooded engine, turn the starter motor for five seconds with the accelerator pedal fully depressed. Repeat this two or three times until the engine starts. Release the ignition switch and accelerator pedal as soon as the engine starts.
Stopping the engine
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 steering and braking more difficult. It could also result in accidental activation of the “LOCK” position on the ignition switch, causing the steering wheel to lock.
The ignition switch should be turned off only when the engine is idling.
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Manual transmission
WARNING
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 condi- tions 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 transmission to try shifting into reverse when the vehicle is moving.
The manual transmission is a fully synchromeshed 5-forward 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.
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B Shifting speed n Recommended shifting speeds The best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle perfor- mance during normal driving is ensured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the following table.
Shift up
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WARNING
When shifting down a gear, ensure that the vehicle is not travel- ling at a speed exceeding the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear which is about to be selected. Failure to observe this pre- caution 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 consequence, 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 different gear. The tachometer’s needle will enter the red area if these speeds are exceeded.
With the exception of cases where sudden acceleration is required, the vehicle should not be driven with the tachometer’s needle inside the red area. Failure to observe this precaution can lead to excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy.
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B 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.
When it is necessary to reduce vehicle speed due to slow traffic, turn- ing 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 over- heat and not work properly.
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Automatic transmission
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 backward.
CAUTION
D Shift into the “P” or “R” position only after the vehicle is com- pletely stopped. Shifting while the vehicle is moving may cause damage to the transmission. D Do not race the engine for more than five seconds in any posi- tion except the “N” or “P” position when the brake is set or the tires are on blocks. This may cause the automatic transmission fluid to overheat. D Avoid shifting from one of the forward driving positions into the “R” position or vice versa until the vehicle has completely stopped. Such shifting may cause damage to the transmission.
The automatic transmission is electronically controlled with 4-forward speeds and 1-reverse speed.
NOTE Immediately after a disconnected battery is reconnected or ATF (au- tomatic transmission fluid) is replaced, you may feel that the auto- matic transmission operation is somewhat unusual. This results from erasure or invalidation of data which the on-board computer has collected and stored in memory to allow the transmis- sion to shift at the most appropriate times for the current condition of your vehicle. Optimized shifting will be restored as the vehicle continues to be driven for a while.
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With the brake pedal depressed, shift while pressing the button in
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Shift without pressing the button
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The selector lever has seven positions. The release button must be pushed to select the “P”, “R”, or “2” posi- tions.
B P (Park) This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine. In this position, the transmission is mechanically 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 transmis- sion.
A shift interlock function is employed in the automatic transmission system to ensure safe starting of the vehicle.
To shift the selector lever from the “P” to the any other position, you have to depress the brake pedal fully then push the release button on the selector lever 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 depressed and the release button pushed in, refer to the “Shift lock release” section in chapter 3.
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B 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 while pushing the release but- ton.
B N (Neutral)
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 increased.
This position is for restarting a stalled engine. In this position the wheels and transmission 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, the engine braking does not act.
B 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 acceler- ator 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.
n While climbing a grade When driving up a hill, undesired upshift to 4th gear is prevented from taking place when the accelerator is released. This minimizes the chance of subsequent downshifting to a lower gear when accelerat- ing again. This prevents repeated upshifting and downshifting result- ing in a smoother operation of the vehicle.
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NOTE The transmission may downshift to 2nd or 1st gear, depending on the way the accelerator pedal is pressed to accelerate the vehicle again.
n While going down a hill When descending a steep hill, depressing the brake pedal will cause the transmission to downshift to 3rd gear, thus applying engine brake- ing. Reacceleration for a short time will cause the transmission to up- shift 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 automatic 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 tem- perature has risen to a certain level, automatic downshift normal- ly takes place. In the meantime, downshift manually for engine braking as required. Also, downshifting when braking downhill will not occur at speeds above approximately 50 mph (80 km/h).
B 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 acceler- ator 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.
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B 2 (Second) To shift from the “3” to “2” position, push the release button.
This position is for using engine braking when going down a hill or for climbing a 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.
B 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, the transmission holds in the 1st gear.
B Maximum speeds
WARNING
When shifting down a gear, ensure that the vehicle is not travel- ling at a speed exceeding the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear which is about to be selected. Failure to observe this pre- caution 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 consequence, control of the vehicle may be lost and the risk of an accident increased.
The following tables show the maximum speeds that are possible with each different gear. The tachometer’s (if so equipped) needle will enter the red area if these speeds are exceeded.
When shifting down a gear, it is important to confirm that the current vehicle speed is not in excess of the Maximum Allowable Speed of the gear which is about to be selected. Exceeding the Maximum Allowable Speeds will result in over-revving of the engine. In addition a powerful engine brake will engage and control of the vehicle may be lost.
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Vehicle type
Position
34 (54)
63 (101)
102 (164)
Starting and operating
mph (km/h)
34 (54)
62 (100)
101 (162)
NOTE D In order to prevent over-revving during acceleration of the vehicle, the transmission will automatically shift to the next high- est gear if the Maximum Allowable Speed for the current gear is exceeded. D Similarly, in order to prevent over-revving during deceleration of the vehicle, the transmission will remain in the current gear if the speed of the vehicle is in excess of the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear to which the selector lever has been moved.
B Driving tips D Always apply the foot or parking brake when the vehicle is stopped in the “D”, “3”, “2”, “1”, or “R” position. D Always set the parking brake when parking your vehicle. Do not hold the vehicle with only the transmission. D Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary position on an uphill grade by using the “D”, “3”, “2” or “1” position. Use the brake instead.
J Shift lock release If the selector lever does not move from the “P” position with the brake pedal depressed and the release button pushed in and the ignition switch in the “ON” position, perform the following steps: To override the shift lock: 1. Set the parking brake and stop the engine.
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2. Take out the screwdriver from the tool bag. 3. Open the center console and remove two screws securing the park- ing brake lever cover. 4. Remove the parking brake lever cover by pulling up on the cover’s rear end. 5. Raise the rear end of the selector lever cover.
Shaft portion of the screwdriver
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6. Draw the shaft portion of the screwdriver from the grip and then insert the shaft into the hole. 7. Push down on the shaft while pushing the release button and move the selector lever from the “P” to the “N” position. 8. Remove the shaft from the hole. Depress the brake pedal and start the engine.
Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer immediately to have the system repaired.
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Starting and operating
Rear viscous limited slip differential (for S models)
CAUTION
D Never start the engine while a tire on one side is jacked up, as the vehicle may move. D If one rear tire is spinning in mud, avoid continued spinning at high speed as this could adversely affect the LSD. D If a different size rear tire is temporarily used (as in an emer- gency), it will adversely affect the LSD. Always replace it with a regular size tire as soon as possible.
The LSD provides optimum distribution of power according to the differ- ence in revolutions between the right and left rear wheels that may be caused by certain driving conditions, thereby improving driving stability on snow-covered, muddy or other slippery roads.
Power steering
CAUTION
Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or right for more than five seconds. This may damage the power steering pump.
The power steering system operates only when the engine is running. If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
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Braking
J Braking tips
WARNING
Never rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. This can cause dangerous overheating of the brakes and needless wear on the brake pads and linings.
B When the brakes get wet When driving in rain, in puddle or after washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a result, brake stopping distance will be long- er. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly depressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes.
B Use of engine braking Remember to make use of engine braking in addition to foot braking. When descending a grade, if only the foot brake is used, the brakes may start working improperly because of brake fluid overheating, caused by overheated brake pads. To help prevent this, shift into a lower gear.
B Braking when a tire is punctured Do not depress the brake pedal suddenly when a tire is punctured. This could cause a loss of control of the vehicle. Keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place.
J Brake system
B Two separate circuits Your vehicle has two separate circuit brake systems. Each circuit works diagonally across the vehicle. If one circuit of the brake system should fail, the other half of the system still works. If one circuit fails, the brake pedal will goes down much closer to the floor than usual and you will need to press it down much harder. And a much longer distance will be needed to stop the vehicle.
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B Brake booster The brake booster uses engine manifold vacuum to assist braking force. Do not turn off the engine while driving because that will turn off the brake booster, resulting in poor braking power. The brakes will continue to work even when the brake booster com- pletely stops functioning. If this happens, however, you will have to push the pedal much harder than normal and the braking distance will increase.
J Disc brake pad wear warning indicators
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The disc brake pad wear warning indicators on the disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn. If a squeaking or scraping noise is heard from the disc brakes while braking, immediately have your vehicle checked by your SUBARU deal- er.
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
WARNING
Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving with an ABS equipped vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident.
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CAUTION
D The ABS system does not always decrease stopping distance. You should always maintain a safe following distance from other vehicles. D When driving on badly surfaced roads, gravel roads, icy roads, or over deep newly fallen snow, stopping distances may be long- er for a vehicle with the ABS system than one without. When driv- ing under these conditions, therefore, reduce your speed and leave ample distance from other vehicles. D When you feel the ABS system operating, you should maintain constant brake pedal pressure. Do not pump the brake pedal since doing so may defeat the operation of the ABS system.
The ABS system prevents the lock-up of wheels which may occur during sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. This helps prevent the loss of steering control and directional stability caused by wheel lock-up. When the ABS system is operating, you may hear a chattering noise or feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal when the ABS operates. The ABS system will not operate when the vehicle speed is below approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).
B ABS system self-checking You may feel a slight shock in the brake pedal and hear the operating sound of ABS from the engine compartment just after the vehicle is started. This is caused by an automatic functional test of the ABS sys- tem being carried out and does not indicate any abnormal condition.
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B ABS warning light
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The ABS warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after about two seconds. This is an indication that the ABS system is working properly.
CAUTION
If the warning light behaves as follows, the ABS system may not be working properly. When the warning light is on, the ABS func- tion shuts down; however, the conventional brake system contin- ues to operate normally.
D The warning light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. D The warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, but it does not go out even when the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 8mph (12km/h). D The warning light comes on during driving.
If these occur, have the ABS system repaired at the first available opportunity by your SUBARU dealer.
NOTE If the warning light behavior is as described below, the ABS sys- tem may be considered normal. D The warning light comes on right after the engine is started but goes out immediately, remaining off.
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D The warning light remains on after the engine has been started, but it goes out when the vehicle speed reaches about 8
mph (12 km/h). D The warning light comes on during driving, but it goes out immediately and remains off.When driving with an insufficient battery voltage such as when the en- gine is jump started, the ABS warning light may come on. This is due to the low battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction. When the battery becomes fully charged, the light will go out.
Parking your vehicle
WARNING
D Never leave unattended children or pets in the vehicle. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadver- tent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot or sunny days, the tem- perature in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to them. D Do not park the vehicle over flammable materials such as dry grass, waste paper or rags, as they may burn easily if they come near hot engine or exhaust system parts. D Always stop the engine if you take a nap in the vehicle. If en- gine exhaust gas enters the passenger compartment, occupants in the vehicle could die from carbon monoxide (CO) contained in the exhaust gas.
CAUTION
Never drive while the parking brake is set because this will cause unnecessary wear on the brake linings. Before starting to drive, always make sure that the parking brake has been fully released.
To set the parking brake, press the brake pedal firmly and hold it down while fully pulling up the parking brake lever.
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