2009 Subaru Forester Owners Manual

OIL TEMP” illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and turns off after the engine has started. If this light illuminates when the engine is running, it may indicate that the automatic transmission fluid temperature is too hot.

the light

illuminates while driving,

If im- mediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and let the engine idle until the warning light turns off. ! Automatic transmission control

system warning

If the light flashes after the engine starts, it may indicate that the automatic transmis- sion control system is not working prop- erly. Contact your nearest SUBARU deal- er for service immediately.

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& Low tire pressure

warning light (U.S.-spec. models)

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the low tire pressure warn- ing light will illuminate for approximately 2
seconds to check that the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is functioning properly. If there is no problem and all tires are properly inflated, the light will turn off. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufac- turer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pres- sure label, you should determine the proper inflation pressure for those tires.)

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under- inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under- inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and

can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. the TPMS is not a Please note that tire maintenance, substitute for proper is the driver’s responsibility to and it maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is com- bined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of re- placement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your

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vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. Should the warning light illuminate stea- dily after blinking for approximately one minute, have the system inspected by your nearest SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING

this light does not

If illuminate briefly after the ignition switch is turned ON or the light illuminates steadily after blinking for approxi- mately one minute, you should have your Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys- tem checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. If this light illuminates while driving, never brake suddenly and keep driving straight ahead while gradu- ally reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place. Otherwise an accident involving serious vehicle damage and serious personal injury could occur. If illuminates while driving after adjusting the tire pres- sure, a tire may have significant damage and a fast leak that causes the tire to lose air rapidly. If you have

this light still

a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible. When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor/transmitter being transferred, the Low tire pres- sure warning light will illuminates steadily after blinking for approxi- mately one minute. This indicates the TPMS is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/ or system resetting. the light illuminates steadily after blinking for approximately one minute, promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected.

If

CAUTION

The tire pressure monitoring system is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should be checked peri- odically (at least monthly) using a tire gauge. After any change to tire pressure(s), the tire pressure mon- itoring system will not re-check tire inflation pressures until the vehicle is first driven more than 20 mph (32
km/h). After adjusting the tire pres-

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sures, increase the vehicle speed to at least 20 mph (32 km/h) to start the TPMS re-checking of the tire infla- tion pressures. If the tire pressures are now above the severe low pressure threshold, the low tire pressure warning light should turn off a few minutes later. Therefore, be sure to install the specified size for the front and rear tires.

& ABS warning light The ABS warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and turns off after approximately 2
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 work properly. When the warning light is on, the ABS function shuts down; however, the conventional brake system con- tinues to operate normally. . The warning light does not illu- minate when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

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. The warning light

illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, but it does not turn off even when the vehicle speed exceeds approxi- mately 8 mph (12 km/h).

. The warning light illuminates dur-

ing driving.

If any of these conditions occur, have the ABS system repaired at the first available opportunity by your SUBARU dealer.

With a vehicle equipped with an EBD system, the ABS warning light illuminates together with the brake system warning light if the EBD system becomes faulty. For further details of the EBD system fault warning, refer to “Brake system warning light”. NOTE If described in the following, system may be considered normal. . The warning light illuminates right after the engine is started but turns off immediately, remaining off. . The warning light remains on after the engine has been started, but it turns off when the vehicle speed reaches approximately 8 mph (12

the warning light behavior is as the ABS

km/h). . The warning light illuminates during driving, but it turns off immediately and remains off. When driving with an insufficient battery voltage such as when the engine is jump started, the ABS warning light may illumi- nate. This is due to the low battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction. When the battery becomes fully charged, the light will turn off. & Brake system warning

light

WARNING

. Driving with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. This indicates your brake system may not be working properly. If the light remains on, have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately.

. If at all in doubt about whether the brakes are operating prop- erly, do not drive the vehicle. Have your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for re- pair.

This light has the following three functions:

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! Parking brake warning The light illuminates with the parking brake applied while the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. It turns off when the parking brake is fully released. ! Brake fluid level warning This light illuminates when the brake fluid level has dropped to near the “MIN” level of the brake fluid reservoir with the ignition switch in the “ON” position and with the parking brake fully released.

If

this occurs,

If the brake system warning light should illuminate while driving (with the parking brake fully released and with the ignition switch positioned in “ON”), it could be an indication of leaking of brake fluid or worn brake pads. immediately stop the vehicle at the nearest safe place and check the brake fluid level. If the fluid is below the “MIN” mark in the level reservoir, do not drive the vehicle. Have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. ! Electronic Brake Force Distribution

(EBD) system warning

The brake system warning light also illuminates if a malfunction occurs in the EBD system. In that event, it illuminates together with the ABS warning light. The EBD system may be malfunctioning if

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the brake system warning light and ABS warning light illuminate simultaneously during driving. Even if the EBD system fails, the conven- tional braking system will still function. However, the rear wheels will be more prone to locking when the brakes are applied harder than usual and the vehi- cle’s motion may therefore become some- what harder to control. If the brake system warning light and ABS warning light illuminate simultaneously, take the following steps: 1. Stop the vehicle in the nearest safe, flat place. 2. Shut down the engine, apply the parking brake and then restart it. 3. Release the parking brake. If both warning lights turn off, the EBD system may be faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 4. If both warning lights illuminate again and stay illuminated after the engine has been restarted, shut down the engine again, apply the parking brake, and check the brake fluid level. If the brake fluid level is not below the 5. “MIN” mark, the EBD system may be faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected.

If

the brake fluid level

6. is below the “MIN” mark, DO NOT drive the vehicle. Instead, have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. & Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light illuminates when the tank is nearly empty approxi- mately 2.6 US gal (10.0 liters, or 2.2 Imp gal). It only operates when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. When this light illuminates, fill the fuel tank immedi- ately. NOTE This light does not turn off unless the tank is replenished up to an internal fuel quantity of approximately 3.7 US gal (14 liters, 3.1 Imp gal).

CAUTION

Promptly put fuel in the tank when- ever the low fuel warning light illuminates. Engine misfires as a result of an empty tank could cause damage to the engine.

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& Hill start assist warning

light (MT vehicles)

When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the Hill start assist warning light illuminates and turns off after approxi- mately 2 seconds. While the engine is rotating, if there are any malfunctions, the light will illuminate.

WARNING

When the Hill start assist system light illuminates, have the vehicle inspected at an authorized SUBARU dealer.

& Door open warning

light

The door open warning light illuminates if any door or the rear gate is not fully closed.

Always make sure this light is out before you start to drive. & All-Wheel Drive warn- ing light (AT vehicles)

The All-Wheel Drive warning light illumi- nates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and turns off after the

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engine has started. This light illuminates when All-Wheel Drive is disengaged and the drive me- chanism is switched to Front Wheel Drive for maintenance or similar purposes. It flashes if the vehicle is driven with tires of differing diameters fitted on the wheels or with an excessively low air pressure in any of the tires.

CAUTION

Continuing to drive with the AWD warning light flashing can damage the powertrain. If the AWD warning light starts to flash, promptly park in a safe place and check whether the tires have differing diameters and whether any of the tires has an excessively low inflation pressure.

& Vehicle Dynamics

Control operation indi- cator light

This light illuminates when the ignition switch is ON and turns off approximately 2
seconds later. It blinks when the skid suppression func- tion is activated. It illuminates when only the traction control function is operating. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is

probably malfunctioning under any of the following conditions. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi- ately. . The light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. . The light does not turn off even after a period of approximately 2 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned to the “ON” position. & Vehicle Dynamics

Control warning light/ Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol OFF indicator light

indicating that

This warning light has both the function of indicating malfunctions in the Vehicle Dynamics Control system and the function of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system has been deactivated. It illuminates in the event of a malfunction in the system and is on when the system is not operating. This warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and turns off several seconds after the engine has started. It indicates that the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is in normal operation.

! Vehicle Dynamics Control warning

light

The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably inoperative under any of the following conditions. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi- ately. . The warning light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. . The warning light illuminates while the vehicle is running. . If the Vehicle Dynamics Control system itself becomes faulty, the warning light only illuminates. At this time, the ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- tem) remains fully operational. . The warning light illuminates when the electronic control system of the ABS/ Vehicle Dynamics Control system mal- functions.

the electrical circuit of

The Vehicle Dynamics Control system provides its ABS control through the electrical circuit of the ABS system. Accordingly, if the ABS is inoperative, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system be- comes unable to provide ABS control. As a result, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system also becomes inoperative, caus- ing the warning light to illuminate. Though both the Vehicle Dynamics Control and

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especially in cold weather. This does not indicate the existence of a problem. The light should turn off as soon as the engine has warmed up. . The indicator light illuminates when the engine has developed a problem and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/ malfunction indicator lamp is on. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably faulty under the following condi- tion. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . The light does not turn off even after the lapse of several minutes (the engine has warmed up) after the engine has started.

ABS systems are inoperative in this case, the ordinary functions of the brake system are still available. You will be safe while driving with this condition, but have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. NOTE If the warning light behavior is as described below, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system may be considered normal. . The warning light illuminates right after the engine is started but turns off immediately, remaining off. . The warning light illuminates after engine startup and turns off while the vehicle is subsequently being driven. . The warning light illuminates during driving, but it turns off immediately and remains off. ! Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF in-

dicator light

illuminates when the Vehicle Dy-

. It namics Control OFF switch is pressed. . It also illuminates when the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is deactivated. NOTE . The light may stay on for a while after the engine has been started,

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& Security indicator light

The security indicator light deters potential thieves by indicating that the vehicle is equipped with an immobilizer system. It begins flashing (approximately once every 3 seconds) approximately 60 seconds after the ignition switch is turned from the “ON” position to the “Acc” or “LOCK” position or immediately after the key is pulled out. If the security indicator light does not flash, the immobilizer system may not be func- tioning properly. this occurs, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

If

In case an unauthorized key is used (e.g., an imitation key), the security indicator light illuminates.

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NOTE Even if the security indicator light flashes irregularly or its fuse blows (the light does not flash if its fuse is blown), the immobilizer system will function normally.

& SPORT mode indicator

light (AT vehicles)

This light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and turns off after the engine has started. When the selector lever is moved to the manual gate, the SPORT mode is se- lected and the indicator light illuminates. Refer to the “SPORT mode” section in chapter 7.

& Selector lever and gear posi-

tion indicator (AT vehicles)

This indicator shows the position of the selector lever. When the manual mode is selected, the gear position indicator (which shows the current gear selection) and the upshift/ downshift indicator light up. Refer to the “Automatic transmission” section in chap- ter 7. & Turn signal indicator

lights

These lights show the operation of the turn signal or lane change signal. If the indicator lights do not blink or blink rapidly, the turn signal bulb may be burned out. Replace the bulb as soon as possible.

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Refer to the “Replacing bulbs” section in chapter 11. & High beam indicator

light

This light shows that the headlights are in the high beam mode. This indicator light also illuminates when the headlight flasher is operated. & Cruise control indica-

tor light

indicator light

The cruise control illumi- nates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and turns off after approximately 3 seconds. This light illuminates when the “CRUISE” main switch is pressed. If you press the main switch button while turning the ignition switch “ON”, the cruise function is deactivated and the control “CRUISE” indicator light flashes. To re- activate the cruise control function, turn the ignition switch back to the “Acc” or “LOCK” position, and then turn it again to the “ON” position.

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& Cruise control set in-

dicator light

Clock

indicator

The cruise control set light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and turns off after approximately 3 seconds. This light illuminates when vehicle speed has been set. & Front fog light indicator

light (if equipped)

This indicator light is on while the front fog lights are on. & Headlight indicator

light

This indicator light illuminates when the headlight switch is placed in the “ ” or “

” position.

The clock shows the time while the ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON” position.

The time changes by 1 minute each time the “+” button or “−” button is pressed. Pressing the “+” button moves the dis- played time forward, while pressing the “−” button moves the displayed time back. Pressing and holding either button changes the displayed time continuously.

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CAUTION

To ensure safety, do not attempt to set the time while driving, as an accident from inadequate attention to the road could result.

NOTE If the battery is disconnected, the time will be erased. After reconnecting the battery, set the correct time.

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Information display

& Outside temperature indica-

tor

! Road surface freeze warning indi-

cation

1) Outside temperature indicator 2) Average fuel consumption indicator

With the ignition switch in the “ON” position, the outside temperature and average fuel consumption are indicated on the display.

1) U.S.-spec. models 2) Canada-spec. models

1) U.S.-spec. models 2) Canada-spec. models

The outside temperature indicator shows the outside temperature in a range from −22 to 1228F (−30 to 508C). The indicator 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 following a shut- down. . When the actual outside temperature falls outside the specified indicator range.

lower,

When the outside temperature drops to 378F (38C) or the temperature indication flashes to show that the road surface may be frozen. If the outside temperature drops to 378F (38C) or lower while the display is giving an indication other than the outside temperature, the display switches to the outside temperature indication and flashes for 5 seconds before returning to its original indication. the display is already indicating an If outside temperature of 378F (38C) or lower when the ignition switch is turned to the

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“ON” position, flash. NOTE The outside temperature indication may differ from the actual outside temperature. The road surface freeze warning indication should be treated only as a guide. Be sure to check the condition of the road surface before driving.

& Average fuel consumption

1) U.S.-spec. models 2) Canada-spec. models

This indication shows the average rate of fuel consumption since the trip meter was last reset.

Pressing the trip knob toggles the indica- tion between the average fuel consump- tion corresponding to the A trip meter indication and the average fuel consump- tion corresponding to the B trip meter indication. When either of the trip meter indications is reset, the corresponding average fuel consumption value is also reset. ! Turn off display of average fuel

consumption indicator

The display of the average fuel consump- tion indicator can be turned off. To turn off the display of the indicator, turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and press the “+” button adjacent to the information display for approximately 5
seconds. Then, the information display and the clock display will blink for 3
seconds to notify that the display of the average fuel consumption has been turned off. To restore the indicator, once again press the “+” button for approximately 5 sec- onds. NOTE . The indicated values vary in accor- dance with changes in the vehicle’s running conditions. Also, the indicated values may differ slightly from the actual values and should thus be

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treated only as a guide. . When either trip meter indication is reset, the average fuel consumption corresponding to that trip meter indica- tion is not shown until the vehicle has subsequently covered a distance of 1
mile (or 1 km).

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Light control switch

the position of

The light control switch only operates when the ignition key is inserted into the ignition switch. Regardless of the light control switch, the illuminated lights are turned off when the ignition key is removed from the ignition switch. NOTE . Even if the ignition key is removed from the ignition switch, the lights can be illuminated by operating the light control switch position from “OFF” to “ . If the driver’s door is opened while the lights are illuminated and the igni- tion key is removed from the ignition switch, the chirp sound informs the driver that the lights are illuminated.

” and/or “

”.

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a long time with the light control switch set to a position other than “OFF”, the battery may be discharged.

& Headlights

To turn on the headlights, turn the knob on the end of the turn signal lever.

first position

Instrument panel lights, front side marker lights and license plate lights are on.

illumination,

tail

CAUTION

. Use of any lights for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause the battery to discharge.

. Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the light control switch is turned to the “OFF” position. If the vehicle is left unattended for

second position

Headlights, instrument panel illumination, tail front side marker lights, and license plate lights are on.

lights,

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& Headlight flasher

& Daytime running light system

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& High/low beam change (dim-

mer)

To change from low beam to high beam, push the turn signal lever forward. When the headlights are on high beam, the high beam indicator light “ ” on the combina- tion meter is also on. To switch back to low beam, pull the lever back to the detent position.

To flash the headlights, pull the lever toward you and then release it. The high beam will stay on for as long as you hold the lever. The headlight flasher works even though the light switch is in the “OFF” position.

When the headlights are on high beam, the high beam indicator light “ ” on the combination meter also illuminates.

CAUTION

Do not hold the lever in the flashing position for more than just a few seconds.

WARNING

The brightness of the illumination of the high beam headlights is reduced by the daytime running light system. The light switch must always be turned to the “ ” position when it is dark outside.

The high beam headlights will automati- cally illuminate at reduced brightness when the engine has started, under the following conditions: . The selector lever is in a position other than the “P” position (AT vehicles). . The parking brake is fully released. . The light switch is in the “OFF” or “ position. NOTE When the light switch is in the “ ” position, the front side marker lights, tail lights and license plate lights are illuminated.

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Turn signal lever

Illumination brightness con- trol

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& Automatic headlight beam leveler (vehicles with HID headlights)

The HID headlights generate more light than conventional halogen headlights. Therefore a driver of an oncoming vehicle may experience too much glare when your headlight beam height adjustment is high due to the vehicle carrying heavy load. The automatic headlight beam leveler adjusts the headlight beam height auto- matically and optimally according to the load being carried by the vehicle.

To activate the right turn signal, push the lever up. To activate the left turn signal turn signal, push the turn signal lever down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. If the lever does not return after cornering, return the lever to the neutral position by hand.

To signal a lane change, push the turn signal lever up or down slightly and hold it during the lane change. The turn signal indicator lights will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. The lever will return automatically to the neutral position when you release it.

The brightness of clock display, audio, air conditioner, information display and instru- ment panel illumination dims when the light switch is in the “ ” positions. You can adjust brightness of the instrument panel illumination for better visibility.

” or

“

To brighten, turn the control dial upward. To darken, turn the control dial downward. NOTE is turned fully When the control dial the illumination brightness upward, becomes the maximum and the auto- matic dimming function does not work

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Front fog light switch (if equipped)

The front fog lights operate only when the low beam headlights are illuminated. However, the front fog lights turn off when the headlights are switched to high beam. To turn on the front fog lights, turn the front fog light switch on the turn signal lever upward to the “ ” position. To turn off the front fog lights, turn the switch back down to the “OFF” position.

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The indicator light located on the combi- nation meter will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.

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Wiper and washer

WARNING

In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer until the wind- shield is sufficiently warmed by the defroster. Otherwise the washer fluid can freeze on the windshield, blocking your view.

CAUTION

. Do not operate the washer con- tinuously for more than 10 sec- onds, or when the washer fluid tank is empty. This may cause overheating of the washer motor. Check the washer fluid level frequently, such as at fuel stops. . Do not operate the wipers when the windshield or rear window is dry. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield or rear window, always use the wind- shield washer.

. In freezing weather, be sure that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or rear window before switching on the wipers. Attempting to operate the wiper with the blades frozen to the window glass could cause not only the wiper blades to be damaged but also the wiper mo- tor to burn out. the wiper blades are frozen to the window glass, be sure to operate the defroster, windshield wiper dei- cer (if equipped) or rear window defogger before turning on the wiper.

If

. If the wipers stop during opera- tion because of ice or some other obstruction on the window, the wiper motor could burn out even if the wiper switch is turned off. If this occurs, promptly stop the vehicle in a safe place, turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and clean the window glass to allow proper wiper op- eration.

. Use clean water if windshield washer fluid is unavailable. In areas where water freezes in winter, use SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid or the equivalent.

Refer to the “Windshield washer fluid” section in chapter 11. Also, when driving the vehicle when there are freezing tempera- tures, use non-freezing type wi- per blades.

. Do not clean the wiper blades with gasoline or a solvent, such as paint thinner or benzine. This will cause deterioration of the wiper blades.

NOTE . The wiper operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “Acc” position. . The front wiper motor is protected against overloads by a circuit breaker. If the motor operates continuously under an unusually heavy load, the circuit breaker may trip to stop the motor temporarily. If this happens, park your vehicle in a safe place, turn off the wiper switch, and wait for approxi- mately 10 minutes. The circuit breaker will reset itself, and the wipers will again operate normally. . Clean your wiper blades and win- dow glass periodically with a washer solution to prevent streaking, and to remove accumulations of road salt or

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road film. Keep the washer button depressed at least for 1 second so that washer solution will be sprinkled all over the windshield or rear window. . Grease, wax, insects or other mate- rial on the windshield or the wiper blade results in jerky wiper operation and streaking on the glass. If you cannot remove those streaks after operating the washer or if the wiper operation is jerky, clean the outer sur- face of the windshield or rear window and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild-abrasive cleaner. After cleaning, rinse the window glass and wiper blades with clean water. The glass is clean if no beads form on the glass when you rinse with water. . If you cannot eliminate the streaking even after following this procedure, replace the wiper blades with new ones. For replacement instructions, refer to the “Replacement of wiper blades” section in chapter 11.

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! Wiper intermittent time control

& Windshield wiper and washer

switches

The wiper operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “Acc” position. ! Windshield wipers

OFF: Park

: Intermittent LO: Low speed HI: High speed

To turn the wipers on, push the wiper control lever down. To turn the wipers off, return the lever to the “OFF” position.

When the wiper switch is in the “ ” position, turn the dial to adjust the operat- ing interval of the wiper.

The operating interval can be adjusted continuously from the shortest interval to the longest. The operating interval can be adjusted in nine steps.

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! Mist (for a single wipe)

! Washer

For a single wipe of the wipers, pull the lever toward you. The wipers operate until you release the lever.

To wash the windshield, push the washer button at the end of the wiper control lever. The washer fluid sprays until you release the washer button. The wipers operate while you push the button.

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& Rear window wiper and

washer switch

: Washer (accompanied by wiper operation)

ON: Normal INT: Intermittent OFF: Park : Washer

! Rear wiper To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever upward to the “INT” or “ON” position. To turn the wiper off, return the knob on the end of the lever to the “OFF” position. With the switch turned to the “INT” position, the rear wiper will operate inter- mittently at intervals corresponding to the vehicle speed (longer when the vehicle speed is low; shorter when the vehicle

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the rear wiper will

speed is high). When the transmission is shifted into reverse, the rear wiper will switch to continuous operation. When the transmis- sion is shifted to a position other than reverse, return to intermittent operation. ! Washer To wash the rear window while the rear wiper is operating, turn the knob clockwise to the “ fluid sprays until you release the knob. To wash the rear window when the rear wiper is not in use, turn the knob counter- clockwise to the “ ” position. The washer fluid sprays, and 2 seconds later the rear wiper operates. Releasing the knob stops the washer fluid spray, and 3 seconds later the rear wiper stops.

” position. The washer

Rear window defogger but- ton

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Automatic climate control system

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The rear window defogger operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The rear window defogger button is located on the climate control panel. To turn on the defogger, push the button. To turn it off, push the button again. The indicator light located on the button lights up while the rear window defogger is operating.

If

The defogger will automatically shut off after approximately 15 minutes. the window clears before that time, push the button to turn it off. It also turns off when the ignition switch is turned to the “Acc” or “LOCK” position. If defrosting or defogging is desired when you restart your vehicle, you have to push the button to turn it on again. Your SUBARU dealer can set your rear window defogger for continuous opera- tion. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details.

for continuous operation,

Once the rear window defogger has been set the rear window defogger repeatedly operates for 15 minutes, stops for 2 minutes, and again operates for 15 minutes. the battery voltage drops below the permissible level, continuous operation is canceled and operation stops as described in the – CONTINUED –

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following. . If the battery voltage drops below the permissible level within 15 minutes of depression of the button, continuous operation is canceled and the rear window defogger stops operating 15 minutes later. . If the battery voltage drops below the permissible level after the rear window defogger has, following depression of the button, operated for 15 minutes, stopped operating for 2 minutes, and started operating again, the rear window defogger immediately stops operating.

CAUTION

. Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaner containing abra- sives to clean the inner surface of the rear window. They may damage the conductors printed on the window.

. To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not operate the defogger continuously for any longer than necessary.

NOTE . If your vehicle is equipped with the outside mirror defogger, the outside mirror defogger operates while the rear

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window defogger is operating. . Turn on the rear window defogger if the wiper is frozen to the glass.

Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped)

Manual climate control system

Automatic climate control system

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. The outside temperature becomes 418F (58C) or higher. . The vehicle speed remains at 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower for 15 minutes. . The battery voltage decreases below the permissible level.

CAUTION

To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not operate the windshield wiper deicer continu- ously for any longer than necessary.

NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with the outside mirror defogger, the outside mirror defogger operates while the windshield wiper deicer is operating.

The windshield wiper deicer operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The windshield wiper deicer is activated by pushing the same button used for the rear window defogger.

If

Before turning on the windshield wiper deicer, remove any snow from the wind- shield. To turn on the windshield wiper deicer, push the button. The windshield wiper deicer will automa- tically shut off after approximately 15
minutes. the windshield wiper blades have been deiced completely before that time, push the button to turn it off. It also turns off when the ignition switch is turned to the “Acc” or “LOCK” position. If deicing is not complete when you restart your vehicle, you have to push the button to turn the deicer on again. Your SUBARU dealer can set your wind- shield wiper deicer for continuous opera- tion. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details.

Once the windshield wiper deicer has been set for continuous operation, press- ing the button results in continuous opera- tion. The windshield wiper deicer auto- matically stops operating if any one of the following conditions occurs during contin- uous operation.

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Mirrors

Always check that the inside and outside mirrors are properly adjusted before you start driving.

& Inside mirror

The inside mirror has a day and night position. Pull the tab at the bottom of the mirror toward you for the night position. Push it away for the day position. The night position reduces glare from head- lights.

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! Auto-dimming mirror/compass (if

equipped)

or off. When the compass is on, an illuminated compass reading will appear in the lower part of the mirror.

Even with the mirror in anti-glare mode, the mirror surface turns bright the transmission is shifted into reverse. This is to ensure good rearward visibility during reversing. ! Photosensors

if

Left button

1) 2) Auto dimming indicator 3) Photosensor 4) Right button

The auto-dimming mirror has an anti-glare feature which automatically reduces glare coming from headlights of vehicles behind you. It also contains a built-in compass. . By pressing and releasing the left button, the automatic dimming function is toggled on or off. When the automatic dimming function is on, the auto dimming indicator light (green) located to the right of the button will illuminate. . By pressing and releasing the right button, the compass display is toggled on

The mirror has a photosensor attached on both the front and back sides. If the glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you strikes the mirror, these sensors detect it and make the reflection surface of the mirror dimmer to help prevent you from being blinded. For this reason, use care not to cover the sensors with stickers, or other similar items. Periodically wipe the

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sensors clean using a piece of dry soft cotton cloth or an applicator. ! Compass calibration 1. For optimum calibration, switch off all nonessential electrical accessories (rear window defogger, heater/air conditioning system, spotlight, etc.) and ensure all doors are shut. 2. Drive to an open, level area away from large metallic objects or structures and make certain the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. 3. Press and hold the left button for 3
seconds then release, and the compass will enter the calibration mode. “CAL” and direction will be displayed. 4. Drive slowly in a circle until “CAL” disappears from the display (approxi- mately two or three circles). The compass is now calibrated. 5. Further calibration may be necessary should outside influences cause the mirror to read inaccurately. You will know that this has occurred if your compass begins to read in only limited directions. Should you encounter this situation, return to step one of the above procedure and recali- brate the mirror.

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! Compass zone adjustment

4. Releasing the button for 3 seconds will exit the zone setting mode.

! Remote control mirror switch

& Outside mirrors

Compass calibration zones

1. The zone setting is factory preset to Zone 8. Refer to the “Compass calibration zone” map shown above or one attached to the end of this manual to verify that the compass zone setting is correct for your geographical location. 2. Press and hold the right button for 3
seconds then release, and the word “ZONE” will briefly appear and then the zone number will be displayed. 3. Press the right-hand button repeatedly to cycle the display through all possible zone settings. Stop cycling when the correct zone setting for your location is displayed.

1) Selection switch 2) Direction control switch

The remote control mirrors operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “Acc” position. 1. Press either end of switch, “L” for the left, “R” for the right. 2. Move the direction control switch in the direction you want to move the mirror. 3. Return the selection switch to the neutral position to prevent unintentional operation.

the selection

The mirrors can also be adjusted manu- ally.

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! Outside mirror defogger (if

equipped)

Manual climate control system

Automatic climate control system

The outside mirror defogger shares the

button with rear window defogger. The outside mirror defogger operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. To turn on the outside mirror defogger, push the button. To turn it off, push the button again. The indicator light located on the button lights up while the outside mirror defogger is operating.

If

The defogger will automatically shut off after approximately 15 minutes. the mirror clears before that time, push the button to turn it off. It also turns off when the ignition switch is turned to the “Acc” or “LOCK” position. If defrosting or defogging is desired when you restart your vehicle, you have to push the button to turn it on again. NOTE While the outside mirror defogger is operating, the rear window defogger also operates.

CAUTION

To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not operate the de- fogger continuously for any longer than necessary.

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Tilt steering wheel (if equipped)

WARNING

. Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt position while driving. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury.

. If the lever cannot be raised to the fixed position, adjust the steering wheel again. It is dan- gerous to drive without locking the steering wheel. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury.

1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to the

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1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to the “Front seats” section in chapter 1. 2. Pull the tilt/telescopic lock lever down. 3. Move the steering wheel to the desired level. 4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place. 5. Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked by moving it up and down, and forward and backward.

“Front seats” section in chapter 1. 2. Pull the tilt lock lever down. 3. Move the steering wheel to the desired level. 4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place. 5. Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked by moving it up and down.

Tilt/telescopic steering wheel (if equipped)

WARNING

. Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt/telescopic position while driv- ing. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury.

. If the lever cannot be raised to the fixed position, adjust the steering wheel again. It is dan- gerous to drive without locking the steering wheel. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury.

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Horn

To sound the horn, push the horn pad.

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Climate control

Air conditioner button ........................................ Temperature sensors .........................................

4-10
4-11

Operating tips for heater and air

conditioner ...................................................... Cleaning ventilation grille................................... Efficient cooling after parking in direct

sunlight ...........................................................

Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant

circuit.............................................................. Checking air conditioning system before summer season ............................................................ Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather conditions ................. Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded.............................................. Refrigerant for your climate control system ........ Air filtration system ........................................... Replacing an air filter.........................................

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4-13

Ventilator.............................................................. Air flow selection ................................................ Center and side ventilators..................................

Manual climate control system

(if equipped) ..................................................... Control panel ...................................................... Heater operation ................................................. Air conditioner operation.....................................

Automatic climate control system

(if equipped) ..................................................... Control panel ...................................................... To use as full-automatic climate control

system..............................................................

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4-7

4-8
4-8

4-8

To use as semi-automatic climate control

4-8
system.............................................................. 4-9
Fan speed control dial......................................... 4-9
Temperature control dial...................................... 4-9
Air flow control dial............................................. Air inlet selection button .................................... 4-10

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Ventilator & Air flow selection

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& Center and side ventilators ! Center ventilators

! Side ventilators

Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction.

1) Open 2) Close 3)

Thumb-wheel

Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction. To open or close the ventilator, turn the thumb-wheel up or down.

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Climate control 4-3

Manual climate control sys- tem (if equipped) & Control panel

Temperature control dial Fan speed control dial

1) 2) 3) Air flow control dial 4) Rear window defogger button (Refer to the “Rear window defogger button” sec- tion in chapter 3.)

5) Air conditioner button 6) Air inlet selection button ! Temperature control dial This dial regulates the temperature of air flow from the air outlets over a range from the blue side (cool) to red side (warm).

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! Fan speed control dial The fan operates only when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. The fan speed control dial is used to select four fan speeds. ! Air flow control dial This dial has the following five positions:

: Air flows through the instrument panel

outlets.

: Air flows through the instrument panel

outlets and the foot outlets.

: Air flows through the foot outlets and some through the windshield defroster outlets.

side air” mode. In this state, you cannot select “recir- culation” mode by manually pressing the air inlet selection button. Also, you cannot stop the air condi- tioner compressor by pressing the air conditioner button. ! Air conditioner button

: Air

flows through the windshield

defroster outlets and foot outlets.

: Air

flows through the windshield

defroster outlets. NOTE When the dial is placed in the “ ” or “ ” position, the air conditioner com- pressor operates automatically regard- less of the position of the air condi- tioner button to defog the windshield quickly. However the indicator on the air conditioner button will not illumi- nate. At the same time, the air inlet selection is automatically set to “out-

The air conditioner operates only when the engine is running.

Push the air conditioner button while the fan is in operation to turn on the air conditioner. The indicator light will illumi- nate.

Push it again to turn off the air conditioner.

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! Air inlet selection button

ON position (Recirculation): Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle. Push the air inlet selection button to the ON posi- tion. The indicator light will illuminate. Place the air inlet selection button to the ON position for fast cooling with the air conditioner or when driving on a dusty road.

OFF position (Outside air): Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment. Push the air inlet selection button again to the OFF position. The indicator light will turn off. Place the air inlet selection button to the OFF position when the interior has cooled to a comfortable temperature and the road is no longer dusty.

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WARNING

Continued operation with the air inlet selection button in the ON position may fog up the windows. Switch to the OFF position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears.

& Heater operation ! Defrosting or defogging the wind-

shield

the way to the right. 3. Set the fan speed control dial to the highest speed.

” or “

If your vehicle is equipped with an air conditioner, when the “ ” position is selected, the air conditioner compressor automatically operates regardless of the position of the air conditioner button to defog the windshield quickly. However, the air conditioner indicator light does not illuminate at this time. NOTE Warm air also comes out from the right and left air outlets. To stop warm air flow from these outlets, turn the corre- sponding thumb-wheel down.

To direct warm air to the windshield and front door windows: 1. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 2. Turn the temperature control dial all

”

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! Heating and defrosting

To direct warm air toward the floor and the windshield: 1. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 2. Set the temperature control dial to the most comfortable level. 3. Set the fan speed control dial to the desired speed.

”

” or “

If your vehicle is equipped with an air conditioner, when the “ ” position is selected, the air conditioner compressor automatically operates regardless of the position of the air conditioner button to defog the windshield quickly. However, the air conditioner indicator light does not illuminate at this time.

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NOTE Warm air also comes out from the right and left air outlets. To stop warm air flow from these outlets, turn the corre- sponding thumb-wheel down. ! Heating

NOTE Warm air also comes out from the right and left air outlets. To stop warm air flow from these outlets, turn the corre- sponding thumb-wheel down. ! Bi-level heating

desired speed.

Setting the temperature control dial fully turned to the red area or blue area decreases the temperature difference between the air from the instrument panel outlets and the air from the foot outlets. ! Ventilation

To direct warm air toward the floor: 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the most comfortable level. 4. Set the fan speed control dial to the desired speed.

”

This setting allows you to direct air of different temperatures from the instrument panel and foot outlets. The air from the foot outlets is slightly warmer than from the instrument panel outlets. 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired temperature level. 4. Set the fan speed control dial to the

”

To force outside air through the instrument panel outlets: 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 3. Set the temperature control dial all the way left. 4. Set the fan speed control dial to the desired speed.

”

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red side. 3. Set the fan speed control dial at the highest speed.

The air conditioner compressor automati- cally operates when the air flow control ” position to dial set provide better defogging performance.

in the “

” or “

When driving on a dusty road, set the air inlet selection button to the “ON” position.

WARNING

Continued operation with the air inlet selection button in the ON position may fog up the windows. Switch to the OFF position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears.

& Air conditioner operation ! Cooling or dehumidifying

through the instrument panel outlets: 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 3. Set the air conditioner button to the “ON” position. 4. Set the temperature control dial to the blue side. 5. Set the fan speed control dial at the highest speed.

”

! Defrosting or defogging

1) ON position

For cooling and dehumidification of the passenger compartment, performing the following steps will allow air to flow

To direct warm air to the windshield and front door windows: 1. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 2. Set the temperature control dial to the

”

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Automatic climate control system (if equipped)

Although this climate control system can be used as a full-automatic climate control system, it can also, if desired, be used as a semi-automatic climate control system. When it is used as a full-automatic climate control system, the outlet air temperature, fan speed, air flow distribution, air inlet control, and air conditioner compressor operation are all automatically controlled to maintain a constant, comfortable tem- perature inside the vehicle. NOTE . Operate the automatic climate con- trol system when the engine is running. . When the engine coolant is cold, the blower does not run. . In the “AUTO” mode, when the air temperature in the passenger compart- ment is sufficiently cool, the air condi- tioner compressor does not operate. For efficient defogging or dehumidify- ing in cold weather, press the “A/C” button to operate the air conditioner compressor. . Even when cooling is not necessary, setting the temperature much lower than the current outlet air temperature turns on the air conditioner compres-

sor automatically and the “A/C” indi- cator light on the control panel illumi- nates.

& Control panel

Temperature control dial Fan speed control dial

1) 2) 3) Air flow control dial 4) Rear window defogger button (Refer to the “Rear window defogger button” sec- tion in chapter 3.)

5) Air inlet selection button 6) Air conditioner button

& To use as full-automatic cli-

mate control system

Place the temperature control dial in the position for your desired temperature, then

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set the other dials and buttons as de- scribed in the following. The system’s functions will then switch to AUTO mode and be controlled automatically. . Air flow control dial: AUTO position . Fan speed control dial: AUTO position

& To use as semi-automatic

climate control system

Each function can be individually set to AUTO mode independently of the others. Any function set to AUTO mode is con- trolled automatically. Any function not set to AUTO mode can be manually adjusted as desired. The temperature can be set within a range of 65 to 858F (20 to 308C).

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& Fan speed control dial

NOTE With the fan speed control dial in the AUTO position and the air flow control dial in the “ ”, or “ ” position, the fan does not operate during engine warm-up until the engine coolant tem-