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1) Airbag control module (including
impact sensors)
2) Airbag module (driver’s side) 3) Airbag module (passenger’s
side)
4) Front sub sensor (left hand side) 5) Front sub sensor (right hand
side)
6) Side airbag module (driver’s
side if equipped)
7) Side airbag module (passen-
ger’s side if equipped)
8) Side airbag sensor (driver’s
side)
9) Side airbag sensor (passenger’s
side)
10) Airbag wiring 11) Seatbelt pretensioner (driver’s
side)
12) Seatbelt pretensioner (passen-
ger’s side)
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SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG.
SRS frontal airbag The driver’s SRS frontal airbag is stowed in the center portion of the steering wheel. The passenger’s SRS frontal airbag is stowed near the top of the dashboard under an “SRS AIRBAG” mark. In a moderate to severe frontal collision, the driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags deploy and supplement the seatbelts by reducing the impact on the driver’s and front passenger’s head and chest.
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Never allow a child to stand up, or to kneel on the front passenger’s seat. The SRS airbag de- ploys with considerable force and can injure or even kill the child.
NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS
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Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable force and can injure or even kill the child.
The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force. Occupants who are out of proper position when the SRS airbag deploys could suffer very serious injuries. Because the SRS airbag needs enough space for deploy- ment, the driver should always sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full ve- hicle control and the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possible and sit upright and well back in the seat. It is also important to wear your seatbelt to help
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avoid injuries that can result when the SRS air- bag contacts an occupant not in proper posi- tion such as one thrown toward the front of the car during pre-accident braking.
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Do not attach accessories to the windshield, or fit an extra-wide mirror over the rear view mir- ror. If the SRS airbag deploys, those objects could become projectiles that could seriously injure vehicle occupants.
Do not put any objects over the steering wheel pad and dashboard. If the SRS frontal airbag deploys, those objects could interfere with its proper operation and could be propelled inside the vehicle and cause injury.
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A) Driver’s side B) Passenger’s side 1) SRS AIRBAGs deploy as soon as a collision occurs. 2) After deployment, SRS AIRBAGs start to deflate immediately so that the driver’s vision is not obstructed.
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The SRS airbag can function only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
vehicle.
If the sensors detect a certain predetermined amount of force during a frontal collision, the control module sends signals to the frontal airbag modules instructing them to inflate the SRS frontal airbags. Then both air- bag modules produce gas, which instantly inflates driver’s and passenger’s SRS frontal airbags. After the deployment, the SRS airbags immediately start to de- flate so that the driver’s vision is not obstructed. The time required from detecting impact to the deflation of the SRS airbag after deployment is shorter than the blink of an eye.
The front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag deploys to- gether with driver’s SRS frontal airbag even when no one occupies the front passenger’s seat.
Although it is highly unlikely that the SRS airbag would activate in a non-accident situation, should it occur, the SRS airbag will deflate quickly, not obscuring vi- sion and will not interfere with the driver’s ability to maintain control of the vehicle.
When the SRS airbag deploys, a sudden, fairly loud inflation noise will be heard and some smoke will be released. These occurrences are normal result of the deployment. This smoke does not indicate a fire in the
Do not touch the SRS airbag system compo- nents around the steering wheel and dash- board with bare hands right after deployment. Doing so can cause burns because the compo- nents can be very hot as a result of deployment.
The SRS frontal airbag is designed to deploy in the event of an accident involving a moderate to severe frontal collision. It is basically not designed to deploy in lesser frontal impacts because the necessary pro- tection can be achieved by the seatbelt alone. Also, it is basically not designed to deploy in side or rear im- pacts or in roll-over accidents because deployment of the SRS frontal airbag would not help the occupant in those situations. The SRS airbag is designed to func- tion on a one-time-only basis.
SRS airbag deployment depends on the level of force experienced in the passenger compartment during a collision. That level differs from one type of collision to another, and it may have no bearing on the visible damage done to the vehicle itself.
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(cid:1) When will the SRS frontal airbag most likely de-
ploy?
(cid:1) At what other times might the SRS frontal air-
bag deploy?
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A head-on collision against a thick concrete wall at a vehicle speed of 12 to 19 mph (20 to 30 km/h) or high- er activates the SRS frontal airbag. The SRS frontal airbag will also be activated when the vehicle is ex- posed to a frontal impact similar in fashion and magni- tude to the above-mentioned collision.
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The SRS frontal airbag may be activated when the ve- hicle sustains a hard impact in the undercarriage area from the road surface (such as when the vehicle
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plunges into a deep ditch, is severely bumped or knocked hard against an obstacle on the road such as a curb). (cid:1) When is the SRS frontal airbag unlikely to de-
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There are many types of collisions which might not necessarily require SRS frontal airbag deployment. If the vehicle strikes an object, such as a telephone pole or sign pole, or if it slides under a truck’s load bed, or if it sustains an oblique offset frontal impact, the SRS frontal airbag may not deploy depending on the level of accident forces involved.
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(cid:1) When will the SRS frontal airbag not deploy?
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The SRS frontal airbag is basically not designed to de- ploy if the vehicle is struck from side or from behind, or if it rolls onto its side or roof, or if it is involved in a low- speed frontal collision.
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1) First impact 2) Second impact
In an accident where the vehicle is impacted more than once, the SRS frontal airbag deploys only once.
Example: In the case of a double collision, first with an- other vehicle, then against a concrete wall in immedi- ate succession, once the SRS frontal airbag is activat- ed on the first impact, it will not be activated on the second.
SRS side airbag (if equipped) The SRS side airbag is stored in the door side of each front seatback, which bears an “SRS AIRBAG” label. In a moderate to severe side impact collision, the SRS side airbag on the impacted side of the vehicle de- ploys between the occupant and the door panel and supplements the seatbelt by reducing the impact on the occupant’s chest and head.
The SRS side airbag is designed as only a sup- plement to the primary protection provided by the seatbelt. It does not do away with the need to fasten seatbelts. It is also important to wear your seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can re- sult when an occupant is not seated in a proper upright position.
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Do not sit or lean unnecessarily close to either front door. The SRS side airbag is stored in both front seat seatbacks next to the door, and it provides protection by deploying rapidly (faster than the blink of an eye) in the event of a side impact collision. However, the force of SRS side airbag deployment may cause injuries if your head or other body parts are too close to the SRS side airbag.
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Do not rest your arm on either front door or its internal trim. It could be injured in the event of SRS side airbag deployment.
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Never allow a child to kneel on the front pas- senger’s seat facing the side window or to wrap his/her arms around the front seatback. In the event of an accident, the force of the SRS side airbag deployment could injure the child seri- ously because his/her head or arms or other body parts are too close to the SRS side airbag. Since your vehicle is also equipped with a pas- senger’s SRS frontal airbag, children aged 12
and under should be placed in the rear seat anyway and should be properly restrained at all times.Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
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Do not attach accessories to the door trim or near either SRS side airbags and do not place objects near the SRS side airbags. In the event of the SRS side airbag deployment, they could be propelled dangerously toward the vehicle’s occupants and cause injuries.
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Do not put any kind of cover or clothes or other objects over either front seatback and do not attach labels or stickers to the front seat sur- face on or near the SRS side airbag. They could prevent proper deployment of the SRS side air- bag, reducing protection available to the front seat’s occupant.
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(cid:0) Operation
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A) SRS side airbag deploys as soon as a collision oc-
curs.
B) SRS side airbag protects the front passenger’s head
C) After deployment, SRS side airbag starts to deflate im-
and chest.
mediately.
The SRS side airbag can function only when the igni- tion switch is in the “ON” position.
The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS side airbags deploy independently of each other since each has its own impact sensor. Also, the SRS side airbag deploys independently of the frontal airbags in the steering wheel and instrument panel.
An impact sensor is incorporated into each of the ve- hicle’s center pillars. If either sensor detects a certain predetermined amount of force during a side impact collision, the control module sends a signal to the side airbag module on the impacted side of the vehicle, in- structing it to inflate the SRS side airbag. Then the side airbag module produces gas, which instantly in- flates the SRS side airbag. After the deployment, the SRS side airbag immediately starts to deflate. The time required from detecting impact to the deflation of the SRS side airbag after deployment is shorter than the blink of an eye.
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When the SRS side airbag deploys, a sudden, fairly loud inflation noise will be heard and some smoke will be released. These occurrences are normal result of the deployment. This smoke does not indicate a fire in the vehicle.
Do not touch the SRS side airbag system com- ponents around the front seatback with bare hands right after deployment. Doing so can cause burns because the components can be very hot as a result of deployment.
The SRS side airbag is designed to deploy in the event of an accident involving a moderate to severe side im- pact collision. It is basically not designed to deploy in lesser side impact. Also, it is basically not designed to deploy in frontal or rear impacts because SRS side air- bag deployment would not help the occupant in those situations. Each SRS side airbag is designed to function on a one-time-only basis.
The SRS side airbag deploys even when no one occu- pies the seat on the side on which an impact is ap- plied.
SRS side airbag deployment depends on the level of force experienced in the passenger compartment dur- ing a side impact collision. That level differs from one
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type of collision to another, and it may have no bearing on the visible damage done to the vehicle itself. (cid:1) When will the SRS side airbag most likely de-
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1) The vehicle is involved in an ob-
lique side-on impact.
2) The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicin- ity of the passenger compartment.
3) The vehicle strikes a telephone
pole or similar object.
4) The vehicle is involved in a side-on
impact from a motorcycle.
5) The vehicle rolls onto its side or
roof.
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There are many types of collisions which might not necessarily require SRS side airbag deployment. In the event of accidents like those illustrated, the SRS side airbag may not deploy depending on the level of accident forces involved.
(cid:1) When will the SRS side airbag not deploy?
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1) The vehicle is involved in frontal collision with another
vehicle (moving or stationary).
2) The vehicle is struck from behind.
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The SRS side airbag is basically not designed to de- ploy if the vehicle is involved in a frontal collision or is struck from behind. Examples of such accidents are il- lustrated.
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1) First impact 2) Second impact
In an accident where the vehicle is struck from the side more than once, the SRS side airbag deploys only once.
Example: In the case of a double side impact collision, first with one vehicle and immediately followed by an- other from the same direction, once the SRS side air- bag is activated on the first impact, it will not be acti-
A diagnostic system continually monitors the readi- ness of the SRS airbag system while the vehicle is be- ing driven. The SRS airbag system warning light “AIR- BAG” will show normal system operation by lighting for about 6 seconds when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” position.
The following components are monitored by the indi- cator: Front sub sensor (Right hand side) Front sub sensor (Left hand side)
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Airbag control module (including impact sensors) Frontal airbag module (Driver’s side) Frontal airbag module (Passenger’s side) Side airbag sensor (Driver’s side) Side airbag sensor (Passenger’s side) Side airbag module (Driver’s side) Side airbag module (Passenger’s side) Seatbelt pretensioner (Driver’s side) Seatbelt pretensioner (Passenger’s side) All related wiring
In the event of a malfunction indicated by any of follow- ing, the vehicle should be taken promptly to your near- est SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Un- less checked and repaired, the SRS airbags will not function reliably: Flashing or flickering of the indicator light. No illumination of the warning light when the ignition switch is first turned to the “ON” position. Continuous illumination of the warning light. Illumination of the warning light while driving.
SRS airbag system servicing
When discarding an airbag module or scrap- ping the entire car damaged by a collision, con-
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sult your SUBARU dealer. The SRS airbag has no user-serviceable parts. Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS airbag system. For required servicing of the SRS airbag, see your nearest SUBARU dealer. Tampering with or disconnecting the system’s wiring could re- sult in accidental inflation of the SRS airbag or could make the system inoperative, which may result in serious injury. The wiring harnesses of the SRS airbag system are covered with yellow insulation and system connectors are yellow for easy identification.
If you need service or repair in areas listed be- low, we recommend that you have an autho- rized SUBARU dealer perform the work. The SRS airbag control module, impact sensors and airbag modules are stored in these areas. Under the center console Near the bottom of the radiator Steering wheel and column and nearby areas Top of the dashboard on front passenger’s side and nearby areas
Each front seat and nearby area (for vehicles with SRS side airbags only) Inside each center pillar
In the event that the SRS airbag is deployed, re- placement of the system should be performed only by an authorized SUBARU dealer. When the components of the SRS airbag system are re- placed, use only genuine SUBARU parts.
To ensure their long-term reliability, the SRS airbags must be inspected by a SUBARU dealer ten years af- ter the date of manufacture, which is shown on the cer- tification plate attached to the driver’s door jamb. NOTE In the following cases, contact your SUBARU deal- er as soon as possible. The front part of the vehicle was involved in an accident in which the SRS frontal airbags did not deploy. The pad section of the steering wheel or front passenger’s frontal airbag cover is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged. In addition, if your vehicle is equipped with SRS side airbags, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible in the following cases.
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Either center pillar or a nearby area of the vehi- cle was involved in an accident in which the SRS side airbag did not deploy. The fabric or leather of either front seatback is cut, frayed, or otherwise damaged.
Precautions against vehicle modifica-
tion
To avoid accidental activation of the system or rendering the system inoperative, which may result injury, no modifications should be made to any components or wiring of the SRS airbag system. This includes following modifications:
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Installation of custom steering wheels Attachment of additional trim materials to the dashboard Installation of custom seats (for vehicles with SRS side airbags only) Replacement of seat fabric or leather (for vehicles with SRS side airbags only) Installation of additional fabric or leather on the front seat (for vehicles with SRS side airbags only)
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Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to in- stall any accessory parts to your vehicle.
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Installation of additional electrical/electronic equipment such as a mobile two-way radio on or near the SRS airbag system components and/or wiring is not advisable. This could inter- fere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system.
Do not perform any of the following modifica- tions. Such modifications can interfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system. Attachment of any equipment (brush bar, winches, snow plow, skid plate, etc.) other than SUBARU genuine accessory parts to the front end. Modification of the suspension system or front end structure. Installation of a tire of different size and con- struction from the tires specified on the tire placard attached to the driver’s door jamb. Attachment of any equipment (side steps or side sill protectors, etc.) other than SUBARU genuine accessory parts to the side body. (for vehicles with side airbags only)
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Keys ............................................................... Key number ....................................................... Door locks ..................................................... Locking and unlocking from the outside ....... Locking and unlocking from the inside .......... Power door locking switches ...................... Remote keyless entry system (if equipped) Locking the doors ............................................. Unlocking the doors ......................................... Illuminated entry ............................................... Vehicle finder function ..................................... Sounding a panic alarm ................................... Selecting audible signal operation ................. Replacing the battery ....................................... Replacing lost transmitters .............................
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Rear gate ........................................................ 2-24
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To open the moonroof ...................................... To close the moonroof ..................................... Anti-entrapment function .................................
Power windows .................................................
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1) Master key 2) Submaster key 3) Valet key 4) Key number plate
Three types of keys are provided for your vehicle: Master key, submaster key and valet key.
The master key and submaster key fit all locks on your vehicle. Ignition switch Driver’s door Glove box
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The valet key fits only the ignition switch and driver’s door lock. You can keep the glove box locked when you leave your vehicle and valet key at a parking facil- ity.
Do not attach a large key holder or key case to either key. If it banged against your knees while you were driving, it could turn the ignition switch from the ON position to the ACC or OFF position, thereby stopping the engine.
Key number The key number is stamped on the metal plate at- tached to the key set. Write down the key number and keep it in another safe place, not in the vehicle. This number is needed to make a replacement key if you lose your key or lock it inside the vehicle.
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1) Lock 2) Unlock
To lock the door from the outside with the key, turn the key toward the rear. To unlock the door, turn the key toward the front (Driver’s side only).
Pull the outside door handle to open the unlocked door.
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1) Rotate the lock lever rearward. 2) Close the door.
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To lock the door from the outside without the key, ro- tate the lock lever rearward and then close the door.
To lock the door from the outside using the power door locking switch, push the front side of the switch (“LOCK” side) and then close the door. In this case, all closed doors and the rear gate are locked at the same time.
Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate are locked before leaving your vehicle.
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NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle when locking the doors from the outside without the key.
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is unlocked.
Pull the inside door handle to open an unlocked door.
Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate are closed before starting to drive.
Keep all doors locked when you drive, especial- ly when small children are in your vehicle. Along with the proper use of seat belts and child restraints, locking the doors reduces the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in an accident. It also helps prevent passengers from falling out if a door is accidentally opened, and intrud- ers from unexpectedly opening doors and en- tering your vehicle.
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1) Lock 2) Unlock
To lock the door from the inside, rotate the lock lever rearward. To unlock the door from the inside, rotate the lock lever forward.
The red mark on the lock lever appears when the door
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NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle before locking the doors from the outside using power door locking switches.
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1) Lock 2) Unlock
All doors and the rear gate can be locked and un- locked by the power door locking switches located at the driver’s side and the front passenger’s side doors.
To lock the doors, push the front side of the switch. To unlock the doors, push the rear side of the switch.
When you close the doors after you set the door locks, the doors remain locked.
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tance will vary depending on environmental condi- tions. Range may be reduced near sources of RF in- terference such as power plants and radio/television broadcasting towers.
The keyless entry system does not operate when the key is inserted in the ignition switch to prevent acci- dental lockout.
Do not expose the transmitter to severe shocks, such as those experienced as a result of dropping or throwing. Do not take the transmitter apart except when replacing the battery. Do not get the transmitter wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.
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Remote keyless entry system (if equipped)
Two transmitters are provided for your vehicle.
The remote keyless entry system has the following functions. Locking and unlocking the doors and rear gate with- out a key Sounding a panic alarm Arming and disarming the security system (if your vehicle is equipped with an optional security system). See the next section “Security system (if equipped)” for detailed information. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Oper- ation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
The operable distance of the keyless entry system is approximately 30 feet (10 meters). However, this dis-
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A: LOCK/ARM button (Orange)
Press to Lock all doors. Press and Hold to activate panic alarm. Press three times in a five-second period to use vehi- cle finder function.
B: UNLOCK/DISARM button (Blue)
1) Press once to Unlock driver’s door. 2) Press a second time to Unlock all other doors and
rear gate.
C: LED
Locking the doors Briefly press the “LOCK/ARM” button (for less than two seconds) to lock all doors and rear gate. An elec-
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tronic chirp will sound one time and the turn signal lights will flash one time. If any of the doors or the rear gate is not fully closed, an electronic chirp will sound five times and the turn signal lights will flash five times to alert you that the doors or the rear gate are not properly closed. When you close the door, it will automatically lock. NOTE If the “LOCK/ALARM” button is pressed for two seconds or longer, the panic alarm will sound. When locking the doors in normal circumstances, press the “LOCK/ALARM” button for less than two seconds. For details on the panic alarm, refer to “Sounding a panic alarm”.
Unlocking the doors Briefly press the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button (for less than two seconds) to unlock the driver’s door. An elec- tronic chirp will sound two times and the turn signal lights will flash two times. To unlock all other doors and rear gate, briefly press the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button a second time within 5 seconds. NOTE If the interval between the first and second press- es of the "UNLOCK/DISARM" button (for unlock-
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ing of all of the doors and the rear gate) is extreme- ly short, the system may not respond.
the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button
Illuminated entry The interior dome light and ignition switch light will illu- minate when is pressed. These lights stay illuminated for approxi- mately 30 seconds if any of the doors or the rear gate is not opened. If the “LOCK/ARM” button is pressed before 30 sec- onds have elapsed, these lights will go out. Also, these lights will go out if the key is inserted in the ignition switch. The interior light must be set to the middle po- sition in order for this function to operate.
Vehicle finder function Use this function to find your vehicle parked among many vehicles in a large parking lot. Provided you are within 30 feet (10 meters) of the vehicle, pressing the “LOCK/ARM” button three times in a five-second peri- od will cause your vehicle’s horn to sound one time and its turn signal lights to flash three times.
Sounding a panic alarm To activate the alarm, keep the “LOCK/ARM” button pressed for more than two seconds.
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The horn will sound and the turn signal lights will flash. To deactivate it, press the “LOCK/ARM” button or “UNLOCK/DISARM” button. Unless a button on the re- mote is pressed, the alarm will be deactivated after ap- proximately 30 seconds.
Selecting audible signal operation Using an electronic chirp, the system will give you an audible signal when the doors lock and unlock. If de- sired, you may turn the audible signal off. To turn the audible signal off, unlock the door by pressing the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button and then si- multaneously depress “LOCK/ARM” and “UNLOCK/ DISARM” buttons for more than two seconds. An elec- tronic chirp will sound two times and the turn signal lights will flash two times to inform you that the audible signal has been turned off. To turn the audible signal on, unlock the door by pressing the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button and then si- multaneously depress “LOCK/ARM” and “UNLOCK/ DISARM” buttons for more than two seconds. An elec- tronic chirp will sound one time and the turn signal lights will flash one time to inform you that the audible signal has been turned on.
Replacing the battery When the transmitter battery begins to get weak, transmitter range will begin to decrease and the LED will not illuminate. Replace the battery as soon as pos- sible.
To replace the battery:
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1) Positive (+) side facing up
4. Replace with a new battery (Type CR2032 or equivalent) making sure to install the new battery with the positive (+) side facing up. 5. Install the back half of the transmitter case. 6. Reinstall the two screws on the back of the trans- mitter case. After the battery is replaced, the transmitter must be synchronized with the keyless entry system’s control unit. Press either the “LOCK/ARM” or “UN- LOCK/DISARM” button six times to synchronize the unit.
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To enter the programming mode:
1. Press “UNLOCK/DISARM” button to disarm the se- curity system. (If your vehicle is equipped with the op- tional security system.)
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Do not let dust, oil or water get on or in the transmitter when replacing the battery. Be careful not to damage the printed circuit board in the transmitter when replacing the bat- tery.
Replacing lost transmitters If you lose a transmitter or want to purchase additional transmitters (up to four can be programmed), you should re-program all of your transmitters for security reasons. It is recommended that you have your dealer program all of your transmitters into your system. (cid:0) Programming the transmitters The keyless entry system is equipped with a special code learning feature that allows you to program new transmitter codes into the system or to delete old ones. The system can learn up to four unique transmit- ter codes. The four transmitter codes may be the same or different.
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2. Open the driver’s door and sit in the driver’s seat. 3. Close the driver’s door.
1) ON 2) LOCK
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To program the transmitters:
1. Open the driver’s door. 2. Close the driver’s door.
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3. Press and release any button on the transmitter that you wish to program into the system. The horn will sound two times to indicate that the transmitter has been programmed.
Any additional transmitters can also be programmed at this time. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for an additional transmitter. To exit the programming mode: 1. After all of your transmitters are programmed, re- move the key from the ignition switch. The horn will sound three times to indicate that the
system has exited the programming mode. 2. Make sure that the keyless entry system properly operates by operating each transmitter. (cid:0) Deleting old transmitter codes The control unit of the keyless entry system has four memory locations to store transmitter codes, giving it the ability to operate with up to four transmitters. When you lose a transmitter, the lost transmitter’s code re- mains in the memory. For security reasons, lost trans- mitter codes should be deleted from the memory. To delete old transmitter codes, program four trans- mitter codes into the system. If you have only one cur- rent transmitter, program it four times. If you have two current transmitters, program each one twice. If you have three current transmitters, program two of them once and the third one twice. This process will leave only current transmitter codes in the system’s memo- ry. NOTE Make sure no one else is operating their keyless entry system within range of your vehicle when programming transmitters. If someone else were to operate their remote transmitter while you are programming your transmitters, it is possible that their transmitter code will be programmed into your system, allowing them unauthorized access
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Security system (if equipped)
The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and the turn signal lights flash if someone attempts to break into your vehicle. The starter motor is also interrupted to prevent starting the vehicle without a key.
The system can be armed and disarmed with the re- mote transmitter. The system does not operate when the key is inserted into the ignition switch.
System operation The security system will give the following alarm indi- cations when triggered: The turn signal lights will flash and the horn will sound intermittently. In addition, the starter motor will not operate. The alarm automatically resets after 30 seconds; however, the alarm will reactivate if the vehicle is tam- pered with again. The alarm will continue for six times if any sensor continues to be activated.
The alarm is triggered by: Opening a door or the rear gate. Application of physical shock to the vehicle (e.g.
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breaking glass or forced entry). Note that there are two alarm levels for shock: warning and alarm. In warning mode, the alarm detects lower level vibrations and triggers 2 warning chirps on the horn and two flashes on the lights as a deterrent to would be vandals. In alarm mode, higher levels of shock are detected and the system will go into full alarm. Ignition switch being turned on while in armed state. NOTE With the valet mode selected, the security system does not operate when the remote transmitter is used for locking and unlocking. The security sys- tem indicator light in the combination meter flash- es twice per second to show that the valet mode is selected. For details, refer to “Valet mode” in this section.
Arming the system (cid:0) To arm the system using remote transmitter 1. Close all windows. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Open the doors and get out of the vehicle. 4. Make sure that the engine hood is locked. 5. Close all doors and the rear gate.
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6. Briefly press the “LOCK/ARM” button (for less than two seconds). All doors and the rear gate will lock, an electronic chirp will sound one time, the turn signal lights will flash one time and the indicator light starts flashing slowly (approximately once every two sec- onds).
If any of the doors or the rear gate is not fully closed, an electronic chirp sounds five times, the turn signal lights flash five times to alert you that the doors or the rear gate are not properly closed. When you close the door, the system will automatically arm and doors will automatically lock.
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switches
1. Close all windows. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Open the doors and get out of the vehicle. 4. Make sure that the engine hood is locked. 5. Close the doors and the rear gate but leave only the driver’s door or the front passenger’s door open.
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6. Push the front side (“LOCK” side) of the power door locking switch to set the door locks. 7. Close the door. An electronic chirp will sound one time, the turn signal lights will flash one time and the indicator light will start flashing slowly (approximately once every two seconds) to inform you that the system
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has armed. NOTE The system can be armed even if the engine hood, the windows and/or moonroofs are opened. Al- ways make sure that they are fully closed before arming the system.
Disarming the system Briefly press the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button (for less than two seconds) on the remote transmitter. The driv- er’s door will unlock, an electronic chirp will sound two times, the turn signal lights will flash two times and the indicator light will go off.
To unlock all other doors and the rear gate, briefly press the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button a second time. (cid:0) Emergency disarming If you cannot disarm the system using the transmitter (i.e. the transmitter is lost, broken or the transmitter battery is too weak), you can disarm the system with- out using the transmitter.
To disarm the system: 1. Unlock the door with the key and then open the door. 2. The alarm will sound.
3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and cycle it from the “LOCK” to the “ON” position three (3) times within 5 seconds.
Valet mode When you choose the valet mode, the security system does not operate. In valet mode, the remote transmit- ter is used only for locking and unlocking the doors and rear gate and panic activation.
To enter the valet mode, open the driver’s door and keep the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button depressed for more than two seconds. The security system status indicator light will continue to flash two times per sec- ond indicating that the system is in the valet mode.
To exit valet mode, open the driver’s door and keep the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button pressed for more than two seconds. The indicator will stop flashing. NOTE If the remote transmitter is used to lock or unlock the doors while the valet mode is selected, the turn signal lights do not flash but an electronic chirp is emitted.
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Passive arming When passive arming mode has been programmed by the dealer, arming of the system is automatically ac- complished without using the remote transmitter. Note that in this mode, DOORS MUST BE MANUALLY LOCKED. (cid:0) To enter the passive mode
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1. Remove the side sill cover on the driver’s side.
1)Open the driver’s door. 2)Remove the two clips fastening the front portion of the cover with a screwdriver. 3)Remove the side sill cover by pulling it up.
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1) Connector for SRS airbag system (yellow) 2) White (1P)
2. Connect the white (1 pole) connector. 3. Turn the ignition switch from the “LOCK” to the “ON” position. 4. Install the side sill cover.
To place the system in active arming mode (remote re- quired for activation), disconnect the white connector.
low insulation and/or tape. Doing so could result in accidental inflation of the SRS airbag or could make the SRS airbag system inoperative, which may result in serious injury.
(cid:0) Arming the system 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position.
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1) ON 2) LOCK
Do not disconnect or tamper with any yellow connector and/or any harness covered with yel-
2. Turn the ignition switch from “ON” to “LOCK” posi- tion and remove the key from the ignition switch.
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3. Open the doors and get out of the vehicle. 4. Before closing the doors, lock all doors with the in- side door lock levers. 5. Close the doors. The system will automatically arm after one minute.
In the passive mode, the system can also be armed with the remote transmitter or with the power door locking switches. If the remote transmitter or power door locking switch is used to lock the vehicle, arming will take place immediately regardless of whether or not the passive mode has been selected.
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In passive mode, the system will automatically activate the alarm but WILL NOT automatically lock the doors. In order to lock the doors you must either lock them as indicated in step 4
above or with the key once they have been closed. Failure to lock the doors manually will result in a higher security risk.(cid:0) Disarming the system To disarm the system, briefly press the “UNLOCK/ DISARM” button on the transmitter. (cid:1) Tripped sensor identification If an electronic chirp sounds four times and the turn signal lights flash four times when you disarm the sys- tem, this indicates that the alarm was triggered. The number of times the indicator light flashes indicates what sensor caused the alarm condition.
To enter identification mode: 1. Open the driver’s door and leave it open. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position two times. (“LOCK” → “ON” → “LOCK” → “ON” → “LOCK”) 3. The indicator light will start flashing.
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The indicator light provides the following indications. Flashing one time: Any door or the rear gate has been opened. Flashing three times: The impact sensor in the sys- tem’s unit has been activated. This may indicate that your vehicle has been shocked or tampered with by some outside force and/or unauthorized person. Flashing four times: The ignition switch has been turned on or the battery has been disconnected. NOTE The battery must be reconnected before the indi- cator light will flash.
To exit this mode, close the door and turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position.
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Child safety locks
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1) Lock 2) Unlock
Each rear door has a child safety lock that prevents the doors from being opened even if the inside door handle is pulled. When the child safety lock lever is in the lock position, the door cannot be opened from inside regardless of the position of the inner door handle lock lever. The door can only be opened from the outside.
Always use the child safety lock whenever a child rides in the rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opened the door and fell out.
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Windows
Power windows
To avoid serious personal injury caused by en- trapment, you must do the followings. When operating the power windows, be ex- tremely careful to prevent anyone’s fingers, arms, neck or head from being caught in the window. Always lock the passengers’ windows using the lock switch when children are riding in the vehicle. Before leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition switch for safety and never allow an unattended child to remain in the vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure could result in injury to a child operating the power window.
The power windows operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
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(cid:1) Operating the driver’s window
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1) Lock switch 2) For driver’s window (with one-touch auto down fea-
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3) For front passenger’s window 4) For rear left window 5) For rear right window
All door windows can be controlled by the power win- dow switch cluster at the driver side door.
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1) Open 2) Automatically open 3) Close
To open: Push the switch down lightly and hold it. The window will open as long as the switch is held. This switch also has a one-touch auto down feature that allows the window to be opened fully without hold- ing the switch. Push the switch down until it clicks and release it, and the window will fully open. To stop the window half- way, pull the switch up lightly.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly and hold it. The window will close as long as the switch is held. (cid:1) Operating the passengers’ windows
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To open the passengers’ windows, push the appropri- ate switch down and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. To close the window, pull the switch up and hold it until it reaches the desired position.
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1) Lock 2) Unlock
To lock the passengers’ windows, push the lock switch. When the lock switch is in the “LOCK” position, the passengers’ windows cannot be opened or closed. (cid:0) Passengers’ side switches To open the window, push the switch down and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. To close the window, pull the switch up and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.
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cluster, located on the driver’s side door, is in the “LOCK” position, the passengers’ windows cannot be operated with the passengers’ switches.
Rear gate
The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using either the keyless entry system or the power door locking switches. Refer to the “Power door locking switches” and “Re- mote keyless entry system (if equipped)” sections in this chapter.
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To open the rear gate, first unlock the rear gate lock then pull the outside handle up. Then, hold the rear gate and raise it as high as it will go.
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closed while driving.
Do not jam a plastic bag in or place cellophane tape on the rear gate stays or scratch the stays while loading or unloading cargo. That could cause leakage of gas from the stays, which may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open.
NOTE If the rear gate cannot be unlocked due to a dis- charged battery, a fault in the door locking/unlock- ing system or other causes, you can unlock it by manually operating the rear gate lock release le- ver. For the procedure, refer to “Rear gate – if the rear gate cannot be unlocked” in chapter 9 “In case of emergency” .
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To close the rear gate, lower it slowly and push down firmly until the latch engages. The rear gate can be lowered easily if you pull down on the inside handle as shown in the illustration.
Do not attempt to shut the rear gate while holding the inside handle. Also avoid closing the rear gate by pulling on the inside handle from inside the cargo space. There is a danger of your hand being caught and injured. To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from en- tering the vehicle, always keep the rear gate
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Moonroof (if equipped)
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1) Open/close switch 2) Open 3) Close
The moonroof operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
To open the moonroof Push and quickly release the rear part of the switch to open the moonroof. The sun shade also will be opened together with the moonroof. The moonroof will stop at a position 20 in. (50 cm) away from the fully
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closed position. Push the switch again to open the moonroof completely. To stop the moonroof at a desired position, simply push the opposite side of the switch.
After washing the vehicle or after it rains, wipe away water on the roof prior to opening the moonroof to pre- vent water drops from falling into the passenger com- partment.
To close the moonroof Push and quickly release the front part of the switch to close the moonroof. The moonroof will stop at a posi- tion 8 in. (20 cm) away from the fully closed position. Push the switch again to close the moonroof com- pletely. To stop the moonroof at a desired position, simply push the opposite side of the switch.
Anti-entrapment function When the moonroof senses an object trapped be- tween its glass and the vehicle’s roof during closure, it automatically moves back by 6 in. (15 cm) from that point and then stops. The anti-entrapment function may also be activated by a strong shock on the moon- roof even when there is nothing trapped.
NOTE For the sake of safety, it is recommended that you avoid driving with the moonroof fully opened. Driving with the moonroof fully open can cause an annoying sound to generate at high speeds. If such a condition has been encountered, use the moonroof at the initial stop position of 20 in. (50
cm). If the moonroof cannot be closed through switch operation because of system failure, it can be closed manually using a hex-head wrench. For the procedure, refer to “Moonroof – if the moon- roof cannot be closed” in Chapter 9 “In case of emergency”.Keys and doors
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The sun shade can be slid forward or backward by hand while the moonroof is closed. If the moonroof is opened, the sun shade also moves back.
Never let anyone’s hands, arms, head or any objects protrude from the moonroof. A person could be seriously injured if the vehicle stops suddenly or turns sharply or if the vehicle is in- volved in an accident.
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To avoid serious personal injury caused by en- trapment, you must do the followings: Before closing the moonroof, make sure that no one’s hands, arms, head or other objects will be accidentally caught in the moonroof. Before leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition switch for safety and never allow an unattended child to remain in the vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure could result in injury to a child operating the moonroof. Never try to check the anti-entrapment func- tion by deliberately placing part of your body in the moonroof.
Do not sit on the edge of the open moonroof. Do not operate the moonroof if falling snow or extremely cold conditions have caused it to freeze shut.
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Ignition switch .............................................. LOCK .................................................................. ACC .................................................................... ON ....................................................................... START ................................................................ Key reminder chime .......................................... Key interlock release (AT vehicles only) ........ Hazard warning flasher ................................ Meters and gauges ....................................... Speedometer ..................................................... Odometer/Trip meter ........................................ Tachometer ........................................................ Fuel gauge ......................................................... Temperature gauge ........................................... Ambient temperature gauge ............................ Warning and indicator lights ....................... Seatbelt warning light and chime .................... SRS airbag system warning light .................... CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction
indicator lamp ................................................. Charge warning light ........................................ Oil pressure warning light ................................ AT OIL TEMPerature warning light
(for AT vehicles) ............................................. ABS warning light ............................................. Brake system warning light ............................. Door open warning lights ................................. Low fuel warning light ...................................... Front-wheel drive warning light
(for AT vehicles) ............................................. Shift position indicator (AT vehicles) .............
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Turn signal indicator lights .............................. High beam indicator light ................................. Cruise control indicator light ...........................
Headlights ......................................................... High/low beam change (dimmer) .................... Headlight flasher ............................................... Daytime running light system .........................
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Illumination brightness control ................... 3-21
Parking light switch ...................................... 3-21
Fog light switch (if equipped) ...................... 3-22
Wiper and washer ......................................... 3-22
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Rear window defogger switch ..................... 3-28
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Horn ................................................................ 3-35Inside mirror ...................................................... Outside mirrors .................................................
Windshield wiper and washer switches ......... Rear window wiper and washer switch ..........
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Ignition switch
(cid:0) Automatic transmission vehicles
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The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK, ACC, ON and START.
LOCK The key can only be inserted or removed in this posi- tion. The ignition switch will lock the steering wheel when you remove the key. If turning the key is difficult, turn the steering wheel slightly to the right and left as you turn the key.
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The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only when the selector lever is in the “P” position. (cid:0) Manual transmission vehicles
The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only when the key is pushed in while turning it.
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steer.
ACC In this position the electrical accessories (radio, ac- cessory power outlet, etc.) can be used.
ON This is the normal operating position after the engine is started.
START The engine is started in this position. The starter cranks the engine to start it. When the key is released (after the engine has started), the key automatically returns to the “ON” position.
Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while the engine is running.
Key reminder chime The reminder chime sounds when the driver’s door
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opens and the key is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” positions. The chime stops when the key is removed from the ig- nition switch.
Key interlock release (AT vehicles
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If the key can not be turned to the “LOCK” position even when the selector lever is in the “P” position: 1. Take out the screwdriver from the tool bag.
2. Remove the cover under the steering column using a phillips screwdriver.
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3. Turn the ignition key while pressing the key inter- lock release lever. Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer im- mediately to have the key interlock system repaired.
Hazard warning flasher
Meters and gauges
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Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed.
Odometer/Trip meter
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This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK”, “ACC” or “ON” position.
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The hazard warning flasher is used to warn other driv- ers when you have to park your vehicle under emer- gency conditions. The hazard warning flasher works with the ignition switch in any position.
To turn on the hazard warning flasher, push the haz- ard warning button on the instrument panel. To turn off the flasher, push the button again. NOTE When the hazard warning flasher is on, the turn signals do not work.
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(cid:0) Odometer The odometer shows the total distance that the vehicle has been driven. (cid:0) Double trip meter
A trip meter
B trip meter
To set the trip meter to zero, select the A trip or B trip meter by pushing the knob and keep the knob pushed for more than 2 seconds.
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The trip meter shows the distance that the vehicle has been driven since you last set it to zero. To change the mode indication, briefly push the knob. Each press of the knob changes the function alter- nately.
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To ensure safety, do not attempt to change the function of the indicator during driving, as an accident could result.
NOTE If the connection between the combination meter and battery is broken for any reason such as vehi- cle maintenance or fuse replacement, the data re- corded on the trip meter will be lost.
Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute.
Do not operate the engine with the pointer of the tachometer in the red zone. In this range,
fuel injection will be cut by the engine control module to protect the engine from overrevving. The engine will resume running normally after the engine speed is reduced below the red zone.
The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning or acceleration due to fuel level movement in the tank. NOTE
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Fuel gauge
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The fuel gauge shows the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the tank. The gauge does not return to “E” even though the ig- nition switch is in the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.
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You will see the “FUEL DOOR fuel gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler door (lid) is locat- ed on the right side of the vehicle. (cid:0) Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light comes on when the tank is nearly empty [about 2.3 U.S. gal. (9.0 liters, 1.9 Imp. gal.]. It only operates when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
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NOTE This light does not go out unless the tank is re- plenished up to an internal fuel quantity of about 4.0 U.S. gal. (15 liters, 3.3 Imp. gal.).
Temperature gauge
We recommend that you drive moderately until the pointer of the temperature gauge reaches near the middle of the range. Engine operation is optimum with the engine coolant at this temperature range and high revving operation when the engine is not warmed up enough should be avoided.
If the pointer exceeds the normal operating range, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possi- ble. See “In case of emergency” in chapter 9.
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The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temper- ature when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
The coolant temperature will vary in accordance with the outside temperature and driving conditions.
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Ambient temperature gauge
When the actual ambient temperature falls outside the specified indicator range.
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The ambient temperature gauge shows the ambient temperature in a range from –22° F to 122° F (–30° C to 50° C). The gauge can give a false reading under any of the following conditions: When there is too much sun. During idling; while running at low speeds in a traffic jam; when the engine is restarted immediately follow- ing a shutdown.
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Warning and indicator lights
Several of the warning and indicator lights come on momentarily and then go out when the ignition switch is initially turned to the “ON” position. This permits checking the operation of the bulbs. Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. The following lights come on:
Seatbelt warning light SRS airbag system warning light CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indica- tor lamp Charge warning light Oil pressure warning light AT OIL temperature warning light (AT vehicles) ABS warning light Brake system warning light
If any lights fail to come on, it indicates a burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the corresponding system. Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer for repair.
Seatbelt warning light and chime When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the seatbelt warning light will come on and the remind- er chime will sound for about six seconds to remind the
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driver to fasten the seatbelt. The seatbelt warning light remains on for about six seconds and turns off automatically after six seconds. The seatbelt reminder chime will turn off when the driver’s side seatbelt is buckled or it will turn off auto- matically after six seconds.
SRS airbag system warning light When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the SRS airbag system warning light will come on for about six seconds and go out. This shows the SRS air- bag and SRS side airbag (if equipped) and seatbelt pretensioners are in normal operation. If this light comes on while driving or remains illuminat- ed even after a period of about 6 seconds from when the ignition has been turned on, it may indicate that the SRS airbag system or SRS side airbag system (if equipped) or seatbelt pretensioner system is not work- ing properly. Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately.
CHECK ENGINE warning light/
Malfunction indicator lamp
If the CHECK ENGINE light comes on while you are driving, have your vehicle checked/repaired by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. Continued vehicle operation without having the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could cause serious damage, which may not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty.
If this light comes on steadily or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate that there is a problem or po- tential problem somewhere in the emission control system. (cid:0) If the light comes on steadily: If the light comes on steadily while driving or does not go out after the engine starts, an emission control sys- tem malfunction has been detected. You should have your vehicle checked by an autho- rized SUBARU dealer immediately.
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NOTE This light also comes on when the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks.
If you have recently refueled your vehicle, the cause of the CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction indica- tor lamp coming on could be a loose or missing fuel fill- er cap. Remove the cap and retighten it until it clicks. Make sure nothing is interfering with the sealing of the cap. Tightening the cap will not make the CHECK EN- GINE warning light turn off immediately. It may take several driving trips. If the light does not go out, take your vehicle to your authorized SUBARU dealer im- mediately. (cid:0) If the light is blinking: If the light is blinking while driving, an engine misfire condition has been detected which may damage the emission control system. To prevent serious damage to the emission control system, you should do the following: Reduce vehicle speed. Avoid hard acceleration.
