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skip to the beginning of the current track. Rotate the knob counter-clockwise again to go to the previous selection.

13. Fast Forward / Fast Reverse

Press the right arrow of the “SEEK” button for more than one second to fast forward. Release the button to stop. To fast reverse, press the left arrow for more than one second and release the button to stop.

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AM/FM Stereo with Single Disc CD/MP3/WMA Player (if equipped)

Radio Functions 1. Power / Volume Control

5. Seek

Press the power / volume control knob for on or off; rotate the knob to control the volume.

Press the right or left arrow of the “SEEK” button to pick up the next highest or lowest frequency.

2. Bass, Treble, Balance and Fader

6. Presets

Each press of the “TUNE/TRACK/CH” button will cycle you through Bass, Midrange, Treble, Fade or Balance. Rotate the “TUNE/TRACK/CH” knob to adjust the desired level.

You can save up to six favorite stations for each band – FM1, FM2, FM3 and AM. Select a frequency and press one of the preset buttons for more than 1.5 seconds to store it.

3. FM / AM

7. Satellite Radio

Press the “FM/AM” button to choose FM1, FM2, FM3 or AM reception.

4. Tune / Track

Rotate the “TUNE/TRACK/CH” knob clockwise to increase the tuning frequency; rotate the knob counterclockwise to decrease it.

An optional satellite radio tuner and antenna can be connected to this audio unit. You can hear satellite radio programs by pressing the “SAT” button after connecting optional equipment. To receive satellite radio service, it is necessary to enter into a separate contract with a satellite radio provider.

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14. Fast Forward / Fast Reverse

Press the “PTY/CAT” button to change to program type selection mode. The PTY group that you are currently listening to is displayed for 10 seconds.

Press the right arrow of the “SEEK” button for more than one second to fast forward. Release the button to stop. To fast reverse, press the left arrow for more than one second and release the button to stop.

CD Player Functions

15. Scan

9. Load

Insert a disc into the slot. The CD will automatically be drawn in and will begin play at the first track.

10. Play CD

Press the “CD/AUX” button and playback will begin.

11. Repeat / Random

Press the “RPT/RDM” button once to repeat the current track, two presses to repeat the current folder and a third press to turn off repeat. Press and hold the “RPT/ RDM” button once to randomize folders on a CD. Two presses to hear all the tracks on the disc in random order, and a third press to turn off random.

Press the “SCAN” button to begin previewing the first 10 seconds of each track on the disc. Normal playback will resume after all tracks have been scanned. Press the “SCAN” button again to stop scanning and listen to the track being previewed.

MP3/WMA Formatted CD Player Functions

16. Folder Selection

Press the up arrow of the “FOLDER” button to select the next folder. Press the down arrow to go back to the first music file. Quickly press the down arrow again to go back to the previous folder.

12. Eject

17. Page Scroll

Press the button to eject the disc.

13. Forward / Reverse

Rotate the “TUNE/TRACK/ CH” knob clockwise to skip to the beginning of the next track; rotate the knob counterclockwise to skip to the beginning of the current track. Rotate the knob counterclockwise again to go to the previous selection.

Press the “TEXT” button to select title display. Press and hold again to scroll through the title, 8 characters at a time up to a maximum of 64 characters.

18. Display

Press and hold the “TEXT” button during playback to change the display to show the play time, disc title, artist name and track title. If the disc is formatted with MP3/ WMAs, press the “TEXT” button to change the display to show play time, folder name and file name.

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AM/FM Stereo, HD Radio™ with Single Disc CD/MP3/ WMA Player (if equipped) Radio Functions

1. Power / Volume Control

5. Seek

Press the power / volume control knob for on or off; rotate the knob to control the volume.

Press the right or left arrow of the “SEEK” button to pick up the next highest or lowest frequency.

2. Bass, Treble, Balance and Fader

6. Presets

Press the “TUNE/TRACK/CH” button to display the setting menu. Using the “TUNE/TRACK/CH” dial you can adjust the settings on the Bass, Mid, Treble, Balance and Fader.

You can save up to six favorite stations for each band – FM1, FM2, FM-3 and AM. Select a frequency and press one of the preset buttons for more than 1.5 seconds to store it.

3. FM / AM

7. Satellite Radio

Press the “FM/AM” button to choose FM1, FM2, FM-AS, AM or AM-AS reception.

4. Tune / Track

Rotate the “TUNE/TRACK/CH” knob clockwise to increase the tuning frequency; rotate the knob counterclockwise to decrease it.

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An optional satellite radio tuner and antenna can be connected to this audio unit. You can hear satellite radio programs by pressing the “SAT” button after connecting optional equipment. To receive satellite radio service, it is necessary to enter into a separate contract with a satellite radio provider.

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15. Forward / Reverse

Rotate the “TUNE/TRACK/ CH” knob clockwise to skip to the beginning of the next track; rotate the knob counterclockwise to skip to the beginning of the current track. Rotate the knob counterclockwise again to go to the previous selection.

16. Fast Forward / Fast Reverse

Press and hold the right arrow of the “SEEK” button to fast forward. Release the button to stop. To fast reverse, press and hold the left arrow, release the button to stop.

MP3/WMA Formatted CD Player Functions

17. Folder Selection

Press the right arrow of the “FOLDER” button to select the next folder. Press the left arrow to go back to the first music file. Quickly press the left arrow again to go back to the previous folder.

Press the “LIST” button to change to program type selection mode. The PTY group that you are currently listening to is displayed for 10 seconds.

9. HD/TAG

Press the “HD/TAG” button while receiving FM radio (except analog broadcasts) to hear the stations digitally.

CD Player Functions

10. Load

Insert a disc into the slot. The CD will automatically be drawn in and will begin play at the first track.

11. Play CD

Press the “CD/AUX” button and playback will begin.

12. Repeat

Press the “RPT” button once to repeat the current track, two presses to repeat the current folder and a third press to turn off repeat.

13. Random

Press the “RDM” button once to hear all the tracks on the disc in random order. Two presses to randomize folders on a CD, and a third press to turn off random.

14. Eject

Press the button to eject the disc.

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Steering Wheel Audio Controls (if equipped)

• Press the “+” button to

increase the volume. Press the “-” button to reduce the volume.

• Press the button to select the

desired audio mode – FM, AM, SAT, CD, AUX, MEDIA.

• With any of the radio modes selected, push the up

button or the down button to find the desired frequency. In CD mode, push the up button or the down button to skip forward or back a track.

Aux Jack The aux jack is located in the center console. You can connect a portable music player to the auxiliary jack and hear the music stored on it through the vehicle speakers. Press the “CD/ AUX” button located on the audio system; to select the auxiliary mode.

USB Storage Device / iPod® (if equipped) You can connect a USB equipped portable music player to the USB connector and hear the music stored on it through the vehicle speakers. Press the “CD/AUX” button located on the audio system repeatedly until the USB / iPod® mode is selected.

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Cruise Control

• To activate the cruise control, press the

“CRUISE” button. The “CRUISE” indicator light on the instrument panel will turn on. To quit cruise control, press the “CRUISE” button again.

• To resume your speed after canceling, press the “RES/ ACC” button.

• To cancel the cruise control, push the brake pedal or press the “CANCEL” button. If you have a manual transmission, you can push in the clutch pedal or shift the selector lever into the “N” (Neutral) position (AT and MT models).

Increase speed Press the “RES/ACC” button, hold until your vehicle reaches the desired speed, and release. To increase speed using the accelerator pedal, press the pedal until you reach the desired speed. Press the “SET/COAST” button to set the speed.

• Press the accelerator pedal until your vehicle reaches the desired speed. Press the “SET/COAST” button. Ease off the accelerator pedal. Your vehicle will maintain the desired speed.

Decrease speed Press the “SET/COAST” button, hold until your vehicle slows to the desired speed, and release. To decrease the speed using the brake pedal, press the pedal to release cruise control temporarily. When the speed decreases to the desired speed, press the “SET/COAST” button to set the speed.

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While Operating

Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF Switch

Pressing the switch to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system can help in the following situations:

• A standing start on a steeply sloping road with a snowy,

gravel-covered, or otherwise slippery surface.

• When the vehicle’s wheels are stuck in mud or deep snow.

Fuel Filler Lid Release

The vehicle is equipped with a fuel filler lid release. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the fuel filler lever up and release.

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Automatic Transmission Shift Mode

4-Speed Automatic Transmission with SPORTSHIFT® Manual Control The automatic transmission gives you ultimate control with three different driving modes: Normal Mode, Sport Mode and Manual Mode.

Normal Mode When the selector lever is in the “D” (Drive) position, the transmission is in Normal shift mode. The shift position indicator on the instrument panel shows “D” and the transmission automatically shifts into a suitable forward gear.

Sport Mode SPORT mode is used when power is needed for rapid acceleration or for uphill driving. Moving the selector lever left into the manual gate 1 from “D” (Drive) position causes the transmission to change into Sport Mode.

SPORTSHIFT® Manual Mode In SPORTSHIFT® Manual Mode, you select the desired gear position to obtain necessary acceleration and engine braking. While in SPORT Mode, move the selector lever up 2 or down 3 to select Manual Mode. The shift position indicator shows the selected gear position. When Manual Shifting Operation is Possible • Arrow-shaped lights in the center of the instrument panel show whether an

upshift is possible and whether a downshift is possible.

• Both arrows are on: Upshifting and downshifting are both possible.

• Up arrow only is on: Only upshifting is possible.

• Down arrow only is on: Only downshifting is possible.

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Safety / In Case of Emergency

Child Restraint System For maximum safety, first carefully read the LATCH system instructions from the device manufacturer, as well as the installation instructions in your Owner’s Manual, to properly install the LATCH compatible restraint system. Use the appropriate seatbelts or anchorages provided in your vehicle. Children age 12 and under must properly occupy the rear seat at all times.

Child Safety Locks The child safety locks are located on the inside edges of the rear doors. In the locked position, the rear doors can only be opened from the outside.

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Location of Spare Tire and Jack A jack and other maintenance tools are stored in the tool bucket in the center of the spare tire, located in the trunk or cargo area. Raise the center lid and remove the bucket from the center of the spare tire. Take the jack out of the bucket. The jack handle is stowed on the back of the center lid of the cargo area.

Towing Your All-Wheel Drive Vehicle Since all-wheel drive distributes engine power to all four wheels, improper towing will severely damage your AWD system. A flatbed truck is the only recommended way to properly transport your AWD vehicle. If towing is necessary, it is best done by your Subaru dealer or a commercial towing service.

Subaru Roadside Assistance Subaru Roadside Assistance is free and standard on every 2011 Subaru vehicle. Coverage is automatic; there are no forms to complete. Subaru Roadside Assistance is available anytime during the 3-year/36,000-mile Subaru Limited Warranty, whichever comes first.* A Subaru Roadside Assistance decal has been affixed to the driver’s door window.

Subaru Roadside Assistance: 1-800-261-2155

Exclusions Specifically excluded from Subaru Roadside Assistance coverage are service requests or claims resulting from: accidents, vandalism, acts of God, violation of any laws, or vehicle modifications not recommended by the manufacturer.

*See your dealer for details

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Additional Information

MY.SUBARU.COM Your Subaru vehicle comes with a unique online resource that helps make your ownership experience more convenient and enjoyable. My.Subaru.com is a website that you can personalize and offers useful features and content that makes it easy for you to manage your vehicle care and enjoy all the benefits of Subaru ownership. Log on to My.Subaru.com to access features such as: automated service history, e-mail maintenance reminders, online Owner’s Manual, warranty information, maintenance schedules and much more...

Access your site today @ My.Subaru.com

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Fuel

• 2.5 L DOHC Non-turbo models use regular unleaded gasoline

with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher.

• 2.5 L DOHC Turbo models use premium unleaded gasoline

with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher.

Fuel Capacity • 16.9 US gal (64 liters, 14.1 lmp gal)

• When the low fuel indicator light is displayed on the

instrument panel approximately 2.6 U.S. gallons of fuel remain.

• If you have recently fueled your vehicle, the Check

Engine light on the instrument panel may stay on due to a missing or loose fuel filler cap (the cap should be tightened until a click is heard).

Engine Oil Use only the following oils:

• ILSAC GF-4 or GF-5, which can be identified with the

ILSAC certification mark (Starburst mark).

• Or API classification SN or SM with the words

“ENERGY CONSERVING”.

- 2.5 L DOHC Non-turbo models use 0W 20 synthetic, replacement interval 7,500 miles; no requirement at the first 3,000 miles.

- 2.5 L DOHC Turbo models use 5W 30 synthetic,

replacement interval 7,500 miles; no requirement at the first 3,000 miles.

Engine Oil Capacity • 2.5 L DOHC Non-turbo models: 5.5 US qt (5.2 liters, 4.6 lmp qt)

• 2.5 L DOHC Turbo models: 4.4 US qt (4.2 liters, 3.7 lmp qt)

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Subaru of America, Inc., Subaru Plaza, P.O. Box 6000, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-6000

MSA5B1104A Printed in USA 11/10
Issued 09/10

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Subaru Delivery Checklist Owner Information VEHICLE ID #

DELIVERY DATE

OWNER NAME

OWNER NAME

Owner Resources & Warranty

Present the Subaru Owner’s Manual & Quick Reference Guide (detailed review in “Operation & Controls” section)

Review Subaru Roadside Assistance, Owner Cards & Provide Toll-Free Number 1-800-261-2155

Explain 3/36 BASIC Warranty / 5/60 Powertrain Warranty / Explain Wear Items & Adjustments / PZEV (if applicable) / Review Rust Perforation Warranty / Tire Warranty

Review Service & Maintenance Schedules & Terms Explain Normal vs. Extreme Schedules (if applicable)

Review New Owner’s MY.SUBARU.com Website

Review The Subaru Mastercard Program from CHASE & Explain The Card Benefits

Explain Dealership’s New Owner Follow Up Procedure

Customer Signature

Review Dealership Service Department Location, Payment Options & Hours of Operation

Introduce The Subaru Service Advisor & Provide Their Business Card

Explain Dealership Service Appointment Scheduling & Early Morning Service Drop Off Procedures

Review Dealership Parts Department Location & Hours

Vehicle Condition

Exterior Condition Approval (New Owner indicated exterior of vehicle is clean & undamaged)

Interior Condition Approval (New Owner indicates interior of vehicle is clean & undamaged)

Operational Condition Approval (New Owner has driven vehicle & approves it is ready for delivery)

new owner signature

sales consultant signature

sales manager signature

Fold back and remove this checklist from the QRG. Place this completed checklist in the deal jacket for future reference. Additional copies of this checklist can be made by photocopying.

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Operation & Controls

Please use & reference the SUBARU OWNER’S MANUAl & QUICK REfERENCE GUIDE

Review Master & Valet Keys

OPERAtION & CONtROlS

Show Keyless Entry, Alarm System & Remote Start (if equipped)

Show Hood & Gas Door Releases

REAR & SIDE

Show Trunk Release & Valet Feature (sedans only)

Show Yellow Caps & Explain Checking & Filling of Vehicle Fluids

Show Fuel Filler Door & Gas Cap Operation

Show Location of Both Fuse Boxes

Explain AWD Towing Requirements & Limitations

Show Spare Tire, Tools & Jack Location

Show LATCH System & Tethers

Explain Temporary Spare Tire Usage & Limitations

Show Child Safety Lock Operation

INtERIOR

Explain Operation of Manual Transmission & Incline Start Assist (if equipped)

Explain Operation of Automatic Transmission & Review Sportshift Modes (if equipped)

Explain the Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbag System, Side Airbags (SRS) & Side-Curtain Airbags (SRS)

DRIvER CONtROlS & OPERAtION

Show Power Windows, Door Locks & Side-View Mirror Operation

Explain Cruise Control & Power Moonroof Operation (if equipped)

Show Headlights, Daytime Running Lights, Parking Lights, Hazard Lights & Fog Lights (if equipped)

Show Interior Lighting, Map Light & Clock

Show Front & Rear Wiper & Washer Controls

Show Seatbelt & Head Restraint Functions

Show Tilt Steering Column & Telescopic Feature (if equipped)

Show All Weather Package - Heated Front Seats, Windshield Wiper De-Icer & Heated Side Mirrors (if equipped)

Review Instrument Panel Gauges & Warning Lights

Explain Tire Pressure Monitoring System Light

Show Audio System, Station Presets, Tone, Balance & Fade Controls

Activate Satellite Radio System (if equipped)

Show GPS Navigation System (if equipped)

Show Climate Control System Including Front & Rear Defrosters

Show & Explain Operation of VDC Control Switch

Explain Operation of Other Vehicle Options, Equipment, or Genuine Subaru Accessories Not Referenced Above Where Applicable

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Bluetooth Basics

Bluetooth without Navigation System

Bluetooth with Harmon Kardon Audio System

BlueConnect®

Bluetooth with Navigation System

Media Hub

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• The Hands-free system may not operate properly under the following conditions:

o The cell phone is turned off.

o The cell phone is not connected to the Hands-free system.

o The cell phone is not in the phone call area.

o The battery of the cell phone has run down.

o The cell phone is behind the seat or in the glove box.

o A metal material covers or touches the cell phone.

• Depending on the type of cell phone that is used, the screen on the cell phone may remain

illuminated while the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. If this occurs, consult your cell phone manual to adjust the cell phone settings.

• Depending on the setting of the cell phone, the dial lock function may be activated after

making a call. Deactivate the automatic dial lock function of the cell phone before using the Hands-free system. Do not perform this operation while driving.

• Depending on the type of cell phone that is used, operation and the sound volume may be

different from those of cell phones currently used.

• When the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK/OFF” position during a call, the call may

be disconnected or continued on the cell phone depending on the type of cell phone that is used. Note that operation of the cell phone may be necessary if the call is continued on the cell phone.

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• Do not speak at the same time as the other party during a call. If you and

the other party speak at the same time, it may be difficult for the other party to hear your voice and vice versa. This is normal.

• The receiver sound volume should be set as low as possible. Otherwise,

the party you are calling may notice an undesirable echo sound.

• Speak clearly and loudly.

• Your voice may be difficult to be heard by the receiving party under the

following conditions:

o Driving on a rough road.

o Driving at a high speed.

o Driving with a window open.

o When air from the ventilator blows directly towards the microphone.

o When the sound coming from the ventilator is loud.

o When the cell phone is positioned too closely to the microphone.

• The sound quality may degrade due to the influence of the cell phone that is

connected to the system or the circumstances of the Bluetooth network.

• When another Bluetooth device is simultaneously connected, noise may be heard

in the voice coming from the hands-free phone.

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Phone off hook button

Phone on hook button

Talk button

Pairing Your Cell Phone

Press the phone off hook button and listen to phone prompts.

Press the talk button and name your phone.

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Press the talk button and say “confirm.”

Pass-key will be given audibly as well as be displayed on the radio display.

Put your phone into Bluetooth pairing mode and pair your phone to the system using the pass-key provided. When phone is successfully paired you will hear “The phone is paired and ready for use.”