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5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. 6. Place the lap belt as low as possible on your hips, not on your waist.
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Push the release button of the center seatbelt buckle (on the left hand side) to unfasten the seatbelt. NOTE When the seatback is folded down for greater car- go area, it is necessary to disconnect the connec- tor.
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slot in the connector (buckle) on the right hand side and push it in, and the connector (tongue) plate will disconnect from the buckle.
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2. Allow the retractor to roll up the belt. You should hold the webbing end and guide it back into the retrac- tor while it is rolling up. Insert the tongue plate into the belt holder.
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(cid:132) Seatbelt maintenance To clean the seatbelts, use a mild soap and lukewarm water. Never bleach or dye the belts because this could seriously affect their strength. Inspect the seatbelts and attachments including the webbing and all hardware periodically for cracks, cuts, gashes, tears, damage, loose bolts or worn areas. Re- place the seatbelts even if only minor damage is found.
(cid:121) Keep the belts free of polishes, oils, chemi- cals and particularly battery acid. (cid:121) Never attempt to make modifications or changes that will prevent the seatbelt from op- erating properly.
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(cid:121) Do not allow the retractor to roll up the seat- belt too quickly. Otherwise, the metal tongue plates may hit against the trim, resulting in damaged trim. (cid:121) Have the seatbelt fully rolled up so that the tongue plates are neatly stored. A hanging tongue plate can swing and hit against the trim during driving, causing damage to the trim.
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Front seatbelt pretensioners
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The driver’s and front passenger’s seatbelts have a seatbelt pretensioner. The seatbelt pretensioners are designed to be activated in the event of an accident in- volving a moderate to severe frontal collision. The pretensioner sensor also serves as the frontal SRS airbag sensor. If the sensor detects a certain pre- determined amount of force during a frontal collision, the front seatbelt is quickly drawn back in by the re- tractor to take up the slack so that the belt more effec- tively restrains the front seat occupant. When a seatbelt pretensioner is activated, an operat-
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ing noise will be heard and a small amount of smoke will be released. These occurrences are normal and not harmful. This smoke does not indicate a fire in the vehicle. Once the seatbelt pretensioner has been activated, the seatbelt retractor remains locked. Consequently, the seatbelt can not be pulled out and retracted and therefore must be replaced. NOTE (cid:121) Seatbelt pretensioners are not designed to acti- vate in minor frontal impacts, in side or rear im- pacts or in roll-over accidents. (cid:121) The driver’s seat and passenger’s seat preten- sioners and frontal SRS airbag operate simulta- neously. (cid:121) Pretensioners are designed to function on a one-time-only basis. In the event that a preten- sioner is activated, both the driver’s and front pas- senger’s seatbelt retractor assemblies must be re- placed only by an authorized SUBARU dealer. When replacing seatbelt retractor assemblies, use only genuine SUBARU parts. (cid:121) If either front seatbelt does not retract or cannot be pulled out due to a malfunction or activation of the pretensioner, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
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(cid:121) If the front seatbelt retractor assembly or sur- rounding area has been damaged, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. (cid:121) When you sell your vehicle, we urge you to ex- plain to the buyer that it has seatbelt pretension- ers by alerting him to the contents of this section.
your SUBARU dealer.
(cid:132) System monitors
(cid:121) To obtain maximum protection, the occu- pants should sit in an upright position with their seatbelts properly fastened. Refer to the “Seatbelts” section in this chapter. (cid:121) Do not modify, remove or strike the front seatbelt retractor assemblies or surrounding area. This could result in accidental activation of the seatbelt pretensioners or could make the system inoperative, possibly resulting in seri- ous injury. Seatbelt pretensioners have no user-serviceable parts. For required servicing of front seatbelt retractors equipped with seat- belt pretensioners, see your nearest SUBARU dealer. (cid:121) When discarding front seatbelt retractor as- semblies or scrapping the entire vehicle due to collision damage or for other reasons, consult
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A diagnostic system continually monitors the readi- ness of the seatbelt pretensioner while the vehicle is being driven. The seatbelt pretensioners share the control module with the SRS airbag system. There- fore, if any malfunction occurs in a seatbelt preten- sioner, the SRS airbag system warning light will illumi- nate. The SRS airbag system warning light will show normal system operation by lighting for about 6 sec- onds when the ignition key is turned to the “ON” posi-
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tion. The following components are monitored by the indi- cator: (cid:121) Front sub sensor (Right hand side) (cid:121) Front sub sensor (Left hand side) (cid:121) Airbag control module (including impact sensors) (cid:121) Seatbelt pretensioner (Driver’s side) (cid:121) Seatbelt pretensioner (Passenger’s side) (cid:121) All related wiring (cid:121) And all other airbag components
If the warning light exhibits any of the following conditions, there may be a malfunction in the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbag sys- tem. Immediately take your vehicle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and properly re- paired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbag will not operate properly in the event of a collision, which may increase the risk of inju- ry. (cid:121) Flashing or flickering of the indicator light (cid:121) No illumination of the warning light when the ignition switch is first turned to the “ON” posi- tion
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(cid:121) Continuous illumination of the warning light (cid:121) Illumination of the warning light while driving
(cid:132) System servicing
(cid:121) When discarding a seatbelt retractor assem- bly or scrapping the entire vehicle damaged by a collision, consult your SUBARU dealer. (cid:121) Tampering with or disconnecting the sys- tem’s wiring could result in accidental activa- tion of the seatbelt pretensioner and/or SRS air- bag or could make the system inoperative, which may result in serious injury. The wiring harnesses of the seatbelt pretensioner and SRS airbag systems are covered with yellow insula- tion and the connectors of the system are yel- low for easy identification. Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the seatbelt pretensioner and SRS airbag systems. For required servicing of the seatbelt preten- sioner, see your nearest SUBARU dealer.
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(cid:121) Attachment of any equipment (bush bar, winches, snow plow, skid plate, etc.) other than genuine SUBARU accessory parts to the front end. (cid:121) Modification of the suspension system or front end structure. (cid:121) 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.
The front sub sensors are located in both front fenders and the SRS airbag control module in- cluding the impact sensors is located under the center console. If you need service or repair in those areas or near the front seatbelt retrac- tors, we recommend that you have an autho- rized SUBARU dealer perform the work.
NOTE If the front part of the vehicle is damaged in an ac- cident to the extent that the seatbelt pretensioner does not operate, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
(cid:132) Precautions against vehicle modifica-
tion
Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to in- stall any accessory parts to your vehicle.
Do not perform any of the following modifica- tions. Such modifications can interfere with proper operation of the seatbelt pretensioners.
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Child restraint systems
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Infants and small children should always be placed in an infant or child restraint system in the rear seat while riding in the vehicle. You should use an infant or child restraint system that meets Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards or Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, is compatible with your vehicle and is ap- propriate for the child’s age and size. All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap/shoulder belt (except those covered under the section in this manu- al, entitled “Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages (LATCH)”).
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Children could be endangered in an accident if their child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle. When installing the child restraint system, carefully fol- low the manufacturer’s instructions. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. All U.S. states and Canadian provinces require that in- fants and small children be restrained in an approved child restraint system at all times while the vehicle is moving.
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Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap or in his or her arms while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, because the child will be caught between the passenger and objects inside the vehicle. Additionally, holding a child in your lap or arms in the front seat exposes that child to another serious danger. Since the SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force, the child could be injured or even killed.
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Children should be properly restrained at all times. Never allow a child to stand up, or to kneel on any seat. Unrestrained children will be thrown forward during sudden stop or in an ac- cident and can be injured seriously. Additionally, children standing up or kneeling on or in front of the front seat are exposed an- other serious danger. Since the SRS airbag de- ploys with considerable speed and force, the child could be injured or even killed.
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(cid:132) Where to place a child restraint system The following are SUBARU’s recommendations on where to place a child restraint system in your vehicle.
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A: Front passenger’s seat You should not install a child restraint system due to the hazard to children posed by the passenger’s air- bag. B: Rear seat, window-side seating positions Recommended positions for all types of child restraint systems. In these positions, Automatic/Emergency Locking Re- tractor (A/ELR) seatbelts and lower anchorages (bars) are provided for installing a child restraint system.
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C: Rear seat, center seating position Installing a child restraint system is not recommended, although the A/ELR seatbelt is provided in this posi- tion. Some types of child restraints might not be able to be secured firmly due to projection of the seat cushion. In this seating position, you should use only a child re- straint system that has a bottom base that fits snugly against the contours of the seat cushion and can be securely retained using the seatbelt. If it is unavoidable to install a child restraint system in the rear seat’s center seating position, lower the cen- ter head restraint to the lowest position and install the child restraint system by correctly passing the rear center seatbelt through the belt guide.
Put children aged 12 and under in the rear seat properly restrained at all times. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children, especially if they are 12 years of age and under and are not restrained or improperly restrained. Because children are lighter and weaker than adults, their risk of being injured from deployment is greater. For that reason, be sure to secure ALL types of
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child restraint devices (including forward fac- ing child seats) in the REAR seats at all times. You should choose a restraint device which is appropriate for the child’s age, height and weight. According to accident statistics, chil- dren are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions.
A REARWARD FACING CHILD SAFETY SEAT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER’S SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG.
(cid:132) Choosing a child restraint system
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Choose a child restraint system that is appropriate for the child’s age and size (weight and height) in order to provide the child with proper protection. The child re- straint system should meet all applicable requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for the
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United States or of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standards for Canada. It can be identified by looking for the label on the child restraint system or the manu- facturer’s statement of compliance in the document at- tached to the system. Also it is important for you to make sure that the child restraint system is compatible with the vehicle in which it will be used.
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A/ELR seatbelt
(cid:121) Child restraint systems and seatbelts can be- come hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check the child restraint system before you place a child in it. (cid:121) Do not leave an unsecured child restraint system in your vehicle. Unsecured child re- straint systems can be thrown around inside of the vehicle in a sudden stop, turn or accident; it can strike and injure vehicle occupants as well as result in serious injuries or death to the child.
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When you install a child restraint system, fol- low the manufacturer’s instructions supplied with it. After installing the child restraint sys- tem, check to ensure that it is held securely in position. If it is not held tight and secure, the danger of your child suffering personal injury in the event of an accident may be increased.
(cid:84) Installing a rearward facing child restraint
1. Place the child restraint system in the rear seating position.
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2. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufacturer. 3. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click.
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4. Take up the slack in the lap belt. 5. Pull out the seatbelt fully from the retractor to change the retractor over from the Emergency Lock- ing Retractor (ELR) to the Automatic Locking Retrac- tor (ALR) function. Then, allow the belt to rewind into the retractor. As the belt is rewinding, clicks will be heard which indicate the retractor functions as ALR.
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6. Push and pull the child restraint system forward and from side to side to check if it is firmly secured. Sometime a child restraint can be more firmly secured by pushing it down into the seat cushion and then tightening the seatbelt. 7. Pull at the shoulder portion of the belt to confirm that it cannot be pulled out (ALR properly functioning).
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NOTE When the child restraint system is no longer in use, remove it and restore the ELR function of the retractor. That function is restored by allowing the seatbelt to retract fully. (cid:84) Installing forward facing child restraint
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8. To remove the child restraint system, press the re- lease button on the seatbelt buckle and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will return to the ELR mode.
NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER’S SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG.
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1. Place the child restraint system in the rear seating position. 2. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the child restraint system following the instructions provided by its manufacturer. 3. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click.
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4. Take up the slack in the lap belt. 5. Pull out the seatbelt fully from the retractor to change the retractor over from the Emergency Lock- ing Retractor (ELR) to the Automatic Locking Retrac- tor (ALR) function. Then, allow the belt to rewind into the retractor. As the belt is rewinding, clicks will be heard which indicate the retractor functions as ALR.
6. Before having a child sit in the child restraint sys- tem, move it back and forth and right and left to check if it is firmly secured. Sometimes a child restraint can be more firmly secured by pushing it down into the seat cushion and then tightening the seatbelt. 7. Pull at the shoulder portion of the belt to confirm that it cannot be pulled out (ALR properly functioning).
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Wagon 8. If the child restraint system requires a top tether, latch the hook onto the top tether anchor and tighten the top tether. See the “Top tether anchorages” for ad- ditional instructions.
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(cid:132) Installing a booster seat
(cid:121) Child restraint systems and seatbelts can be- come hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check the child restraint system before you place a child in it. (cid:121) Do not leave an unsecured child restraint system in your vehicle. Unsecured child re- straint systems can be thrown around inside of the vehicle in a sudden stop, turn or accident; it can strike and injure vehicle occupants as well as result in serious injuries or death to the child.
When you install a child restraint system, fol- low the manufacturer’s instructions supplied with it. After installing the child restraint sys- tem, check to ensure that it is held securely in position. If it is not held tight and secure, the danger of your child suffering personal injury in
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9. To remove the child restraint system, press the re- lease button on the seatbelt buckle and allow the belt to retract completely. The belt will return to the ELR mode. NOTE When the child restraint system is no longer in use, remove it and restore the ELR function of the retractor. That function is restored by allowing the seatbelt to retract fully.
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the event of an accident may be increased.
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4. To remove the booster seat, press the release but- ton on the seatbelt buckle and allow the belt to retract.
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1. Place the booster seat in the rear seating position and sit the child on it. The child should sit well back on the booster seat. 2. Run the lap and shoulder belt through or around the booster seat and the child following the instruc- tions provided by its manufacturer. 3. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click. Take care not to twist the seatbelt. Make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of child’s shoulder and that the lap belt is posi- tioned as low as possible on the child’s hips.
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(cid:121) Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed. In an accident, this can increase the risk or sever- ity of injury to the child. (cid:121) Never place the shoulder belt under the child’s arm or behind the child’s back. If an ac- cident occurs, this can increase the risk or se- verity of injury to the child. (cid:121) The seatbelt should fit snugly in order to pro- vide full restraint. Loose fitting belts are not as
effective in preventing or reducing injury. (cid:121) Place the lap belt as low as possible on the child’s hips. A high-positioned lap belt will in- crease the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen, and both can result in serious internal injury or death. (cid:121) Make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of child’s shoulder. Placing the shoulder belt over the neck may result in neck injury during sudden braking or in a colli- sion.
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straint systems can be thrown around inside of the vehicle in a sudden stop, turn or accident; it can strike and injure vehicle occupants as well as result in serious injuries or death to the child.
When you install a child restraint system, fol- low the manufacturer’s instructions supplied with it. After installing the child restraint sys- tem, check to ensure that it is held securely in position. If it is not held tight and secure, the danger of your child suffering personal injury in the event of an accident may be increased.
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Some types of child restraint systems can be installed on the rear seat of your vehicle without use of the seat- belts. Such child restraint systems are secured to the designated anchorages provided on the vehicle body. The lower and tether anchorages are sometimes re- ferred to as the LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren). Your vehicle is equipped with four lower anchorages (bars) and three upper anchorages (tether anchorag- es) for accommodating such child restraint systems.
The lower anchorages (bars) are used for installing a child restraint system only on the rear seat window- side seating positions. For each window-side seating position, two lower anchorages are provided. Each lower anchorage is located where the seat cush- ion meets the seatback.
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The tether anchorages (upper anchorages) are pro- vided for all the seating positions (middle and both window-side ones) of the rear seat.
You will find marks “ ” at the bottom of the rear seat seatbacks. These marks indicate the positions of the lower anchorages (bars).
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Each lower anchorage is located where the seat cush- ion meets the seatback. 1. Use the “ ” marks to locate the two lower an- chorages (bars) for the position where you want to in- stall the child restraint system.
2. While following the instructions supplied by the child restraint system manufacturer, connect the lower hooks onto the lower anchorages located at “ ” marks on the bottom of the rear seatback. When the hooks are connected, make sure the adjacent seat- belts are not caught.
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3. [If your child restraint system is of a flexible attach- ment type (which uses tether belts to connect the child restraint system properly to the lower anchorages)] While pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion, pull both left and right lower tether belts up to secure the child restraint system firmly by taking up the slack in the belt. 4. Connect the top tether hook to the tether anchor- age and firmly tighten the tether. For information on how to set the top tether, read the following “Top tether anchorages”.
5. Before seating a child in the child restraint system, try to move seat back and forth and right and left to verify that it is held securely in position. 6. To remove the child restraint system, follow the re- verse procedures of installation. If you have any question concerning this type of child restraint system, ask your SUBARU dealer.
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lows, while observing the instructions by the child re- straint system manufacturer. Since a top tether can provide additional stability by of- fering another connection between a child restraint system and the vehicle, we recommend that you use a top tether whenever one is required or available.
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1) For left seat 2) For center seat 3) For right seat Three upper anchorages are installed on the rear shelf behind the rear seat.
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There is an anchorage for the center seating position at the rear edge of the roof, and anchorages for each of the two window-side seating positions on the rear wall of the cargo area. (cid:84) To hook the top tether (cid:86) Sedan
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1. Remove the headrest at the window-side seating position where the child restraint system has been in- stalled with the lower anchorages or seatbelt; lift up the headrest while pressing the release button. Store the headrest in the cargo area. Avoid placing the headrest in the passenger compartment to prevent it from being thrown around in the passenger compart- ment in a sudden stop or a sharp turn.
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1. Attach the child restraint top tether hook to the ap- propriate upper anchorage. 2. Tighten the top tether securely. Please contact your SUBARU dealer if you have any question regarding the installation of a child restraint system.
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2. (For both window-side seating positions) Remove the cap from the anchor fitting cover by prying it with a screwdriver.
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wise, the top tether cannot be fastened tightly.
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Window-side 3. Attach the child restraint top tether hook to the ap- propriate upper anchorage. 4. Tighten the top tether securely. Please contact your SUBARU dealer if you have any question regarding the installation of a child restraint system.
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*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) *SRS: This stands for supplemental restraint system. This name is used because the airbag system supple- ments the vehicle’s seatbelts.
(cid:132) Vehicle with driver’s and front passen- ger’s SRS airbags and lap/shoulder re- straints
Your vehicle is equipped with a supplemental restraint system in addition to a lap/shoulder belt at each front seating position. The supplemental restraint system (SRS) consists of two airbags (driver’s and front passenger’s frontal air- bags) or four airbags (driver’s and front passenger’s frontal airbags and driver’s and front passenger’s side airbags). These SRS airbags are designed only as a supple- ment to the primary protection provided by the seatbelt.
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vehicle should always wear seatbelts when the vehicle is moving. The SRS airbag is designed only as a supplement to the primary protection provided by the seatbelt. It does not do away with the need to fasten seatbelts. In combina- tion with the seatbelts, it offers the best com- bined protection in case of a serious accident. Not wearing a seatbelt increases the chance of severe injury or death in a crash even when the vehicle has the SRS airbag. For instructions and precautions concerning the seatbelt system, see the “Seatbelts” sec- tions in this chapter. (cid:121) Do not sit or lean unnecessarily close to the SRS airbag. Because the SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed – faster than the blink of an eye – and force to protect in high speed collisions, the force of an airbag can injure an occupant whose body is too close to SRS air- bag. It is also important to wear your seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can result when the SRS air- bag contacts an occupant not in proper posi- tion such as one thrown forward during pre-ac- cident braking. Even when properly positioned, there remains a possibility that an occupant may suffer minor
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injury such as abrasions and bruises to the face or arms because of the SRS airbag deploy- ment force. (cid:121) The SRS airbags deploy 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. (cid:121) Do not place any objects over or near the SRS airbag cover or between you and the SRS airbag. If the SRS airbag deploys, those objects could interfere with its proper operation and could be propelled inside the vehicle and cause injury.
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(cid:121) Put children aged 12 and under in the rear seat properly restrained at all times. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children, espe- cially if they are 12 years of age and under and are not restrained or improperly restrained. Be- cause children are lighter and weaker than adults, their risk of being injured from deploy- ment is greater. For that reason, we strongly recommend that ALL children (including those in child seats and those that have outgrown child restraint devic-
es) sit in the REAR seat properly restrained at all times in a child restraint device or in a seat- belt, whichever is appropriate for the child’s age, height and weight. Secure ALL types of child restraint devices (in- cluding forward facing child seats) in the REAR seats at all times. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seat- ing positions than in the front seating posi- tions. For instructions and precautions concerning the child restraint system, see the “Child re- straint systems” section in this chapter. (cid:121) NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. (cid:121) Never allow a child to stand up, or to kneel on the front passenger’s seat, or never hold a child on your lap or in your arms. The SRS airbag de- ploys with considerable force and can injure or even kill the child.
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(cid:121) When the SRS airbag deploys, some smoke will be released. This smoke could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. If you or your passengers have breathing problems after SRS airbag deploys, get fresh air promptly. (cid:121) A deploying SRS airbag releases hot gas. Oc- cupants could get burnt if they come into direct contact with the hot gas.
NOTE When you sell your vehicle, we urge you to explain to the buyer that it is equipped with SRS airbags by alerting him to the applicable section in this owner’s manual.
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1) Airbag control module (including
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2) Airbag module (driver’s side) 3) Airbag module (passenger’s
4) Front sub sensor (left hand side) 5) Front sub sensor (right hand
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ger’s side – if equipped)
8) Side airbag sensor (driver’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.
(cid:132) 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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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. If the front sub sensors inside the both front fenders and the impact sensors in the airbag control module 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 airbag modules produce gas, which instantly inflates driver’s and pas- senger’s SRS frontal airbags. After the deployment, the SRS airbags immediately start to deflate so that the driver’s vision is not obstructed. The time required from detecting impact to the deflation of the SRS air- bag 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
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released. These occurrences are normal result of the deployment. This smoke does not indicate a fire in the vehicle.
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 – CONTINUED – 1-61
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damage done to the vehicle itself. (cid:86) When will the SRS frontal airbag most likely de-
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(cid:86) 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:86) When is the SRS frontal airbag unlikely to de-
ploy?
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:86) 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.
(cid:132) 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
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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:84) Operation
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A) SRS side airbag deploys as soon as a collision oc-
B) SRS side airbag protects the front passenger’s head
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the deployment. This smoke does not indicate a fire in the vehicle.
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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 deployment, the SRS side airbag will deflate in a few seconds. The SRS side airbag deploys even when no one occu- pies the seat on the side on which an impact is ap- plied. 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
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. 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 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:86) When will the SRS side airbag most likely de-
ploy?
A severe side impact near the front seat activates the SRS side airbag.
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(cid:86) When is the SRS side airbag unlikely to deploy?
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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.
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impact from a motorcycle.
5) The vehicle rolls onto its side or
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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.
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(cid:86) When will the SRS side airbag not deploy?
1) The vehicle is involved in a frontal collision with anoth-
er 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.
vated on the second.
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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: (cid:121) Front sub sensor (Right hand side) (cid:121) Front sub sensor (Left hand side)
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(cid:121) Airbag control module (including impact sensors) (cid:121) Frontal airbag module (Driver’s side) (cid:121) Frontal airbag module (Passenger’s side) (cid:121) Side airbag sensor (Driver’s side – if equipped) (cid:121) Side airbag sensor (Passenger’s side – if equipped) (cid:121) Side airbag module (Driver’s side – if equipped) (cid:121) Side airbag module (Passenger’s side – equipped) (cid:121) Seatbelt pretensioner (Driver’s side) (cid:121) Seatbelt pretensioner (Passenger’s side) (cid:121) All related wiring
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If the warning light exhibits any of the following conditions, there may be a malfunction in the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbag sys- tem. Immediately take your vehicle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and properly re- paired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbag will not operate properly in the event of a collision, which may increase the risk of inju- ry. (cid:121) Flashing or flickering of the indicator light (cid:121) No illumination of the warning light when the ignition switch is first turned to the “ON” posi- tion
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(cid:132) SRS airbag system servicing
(cid:121) When discarding an airbag module or scrap- ping the entire vehicle damaged by a collision, consult your SUBARU dealer. (cid:121) 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. (cid:121) Under the center console (cid:121) Inside each front fender (cid:121) Steering wheel and column and nearby areas (cid:121) Top of the dashboard on front passenger’s side and nearby areas (cid:121) Each front seat and nearby area (only for ve- hicles with SRS side airbags) (cid:121) 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.
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NOTE In the following cases, contact your SUBARU deal- er as soon as possible. (cid:121) The front part of the vehicle was involved in an accident in which the SRS frontal airbags did not deploy. (cid:121) 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. (cid:121) 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. (cid:121) The fabric or leather of either front seatback is cut, frayed, or otherwise damaged.
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winches, snow plow, skid plate, etc.) other than genuine SUBARU accessory parts to the front end. (cid:121) Modification of the suspension system or front end structure. (cid:121) 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. (cid:121) Attachment of any equipment (side steps or side sill protectors, etc.) other than genuine SUBARU accessory parts to the side body (for vehicles with side airbags only).
Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to in- stall any accessory parts to your vehicle.
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should be made to any components or wiring of the SRS airbag system. This includes following modifications:
(cid:121) Installation of custom steering wheels (cid:121) Attachment of additional trim materials to the dashboard (cid:121) Installation of custom seats (for vehicles with SRS side airbags only) (cid:121) Replacement of seat fabric or leather (for vehicles with SRS side airbags only) (cid:121) Installation of additional fabric or leather on the front seat (for vehicles with SRS side airbags only)
(cid:121) 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. (cid:121) Attachment of any equipment (brush bar,
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Keys ............................................................... Key number ....................................................... Immobilizer (WRX-STi) ................................. Security ID plate ................................................ Security indicator light ..................................... Key replacement ............................................... Door locks ..................................................... Locking and unlocking from the outside ........ Locking and unlocking from the inside .......... Power door locking switches ...................... Remote keyless entry system ..................... 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 .............................. Security system (if equipped) ..................... System operation .............................................. Arming the system ............................................ Disarming the system ....................................... Valet mode ......................................................... Passive arming .................................................. Child safety locks ......................................... Windows ........................................................ Power windows ................................................. Trunk lid (Sedan) ..........................................
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WRX-STi 1) Master key (Black) 2) Submaster key (Black) 3) Valet key (Gray) 4) Key number plate 5) Security ID plate
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Except WRX-STi 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. (cid:121) Ignition switch (cid:121) Doors (cid:121) Trunk (Sedan) (cid:121) Glove box
The valet key fits only the ignition switch and driver’s door lock. You can keep the trunk and glove box locked when you leave your vehicle and valet key at a parking facility.
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.
(cid:132) 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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Immobilizer (WRX-STi) The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an un- authorized person from starting the engine. Only keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system can be used to operate your vehicle. Even if an unregis- tered key fits into the ignition switch and can be turned to the “START” position, the engine will automatically stop after several seconds. Each immobilizer key contains a transponder in which the key’s ID code is stored. When a key is inserted into the ignition switch and turned to the “ON” position, the transponder transmits the key’s ID code to the immo- bilizer system’s receiver. If the transmitted ID code matches the ID code registered in the immobilizer sys- tem, the system allows the engine to be started. Since the ID code is transmitted and acted upon almost in- stantly, the immobilizer system does not impede nor- mal starting of the engine. If the engine fails to start, pull out the key once before trying again. (Refer to the “Ignition switch” section [chapter 3].) NOTE To protect your vehicle from theft, please pay close attention to the following security precau- tions:
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(cid:121) Never leave your vehicle unattended with its keys inside. (cid:121) Before leaving your vehicle, close all windows and lock the doors and rear gate. (cid:121) Do not leave spare keys or any record of your key number in the vehicle.
(cid:121) Do not place the key under direct sunlight or anywhere it may become hot. (cid:121) Do not get the key wet. If the key gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.
(cid:132) Security ID plate
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A) Key number plate B) Security ID plate The security ID is stamped on the metal plate attached to the key set. Write down the security ID 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. This number is also needed for replacement or repair of the engine control unit, immobilizer control unit.
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(cid:132) Security indicator light The security indicator light deters potential thieves by indicating that the vehicle is equipped with an immobi- lizer system. It begins flashing (approximately once every three seconds) about 60 seconds after the igni- tion 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 immo- bilizer system may be faulty. If this occurs, we recom- mend that you contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. In case an unauthorized key is used (e.g. an imitation key), the security indicator light comes on. NOTE Even if the security indicator light flashes irregu- larly or its fuse blows (the light does not flash if its fuse is blown), the immobilizer system will func- tion normally.
(cid:132) Key replacement Your key number and security ID will be required if you ever need a replacement key made. Any new key must be registered for use with your vehicle’s immobi- lizer system before it can be used. Up to four keys can
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be registered for use with one vehicle. For security, all the keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system will have their ID codes erased and re-registered when a new key is made. Therefore, all of your vehicle’s keys must be presented when a new key is registered. Any key that is not re-registered when a new key is made cannot be used after the oth- er keys are re-registered. For information on replace- ment keys and on the registration of keys with your im- mobilizer system, we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer. NOTE 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 interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interfer- ence received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFIED THIS EQUIP- MENT. IF MODIFIED, YOUR AUTHORITY TO OP- ERATE THIS EQUIPMENT MIGHT BE VOIDED BY FCC or Industry Canada.
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Door locks (cid:132) Locking and unlocking from the out-
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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. Pull the outside door handle to open an unlocked door.
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1) Rotate the lock lever rearward. 2) Close the door. 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 (for Wagon) are locked at the same time. Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate (for Wagon) are locked before leaving your vehicle.
NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle when locking the doors from the outside without the key.
(cid:132) Locking and unlocking from the inside
is unlocked. Pull the inside door handle to open an unlocked door. Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate (for Wagon) are closed before starting to drive.
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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
Keep all doors locked when you drive, especial- ly when small children are in your vehicle. Along with the proper use of seatbelts 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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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 (for Wagon) can be locked and unlocked by the power door locking switches lo- cated 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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Remote keyless entry system Two transmitters are provided for your vehicle. The remote keyless entry system has the following functions. (cid:121) Locking and unlocking the doors (and rear gate on the Wagon) without a key (cid:121) Sounding a panic alarm (cid:121) 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- tance will vary depending on environmental condi-
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tions. The system’s operable distance will be shorter in areas near a facility or electronic equipment emitting strong radio waves such as a power plant, broadcast station, TV tower, or remote controller of home elec- tronic appliances. The remote keyless entry system does not operate when the key is inserted in the ignition switch to pre- vent accidental lockout.
(cid:121) Do not expose the transmitter to severe shocks, such as those experienced as a result of dropping or throwing. (cid:121) Do not take the transmitter apart except when replacing the battery. (cid:121) Do not get the transmitter wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.
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: LOCK/ARM button
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. :UNLOCK/DISARM button 1) Press once to Unlock driver’s door. 2) Press a second time to Unlock all other doors (and
rear gate on the Wagon).
(cid:132) Locking the doors Briefly press the “ ” button (for less than two sec- onds) to lock all doors (and rear gate on the Wagon). An electronic chirp will sound once and the turn signal
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lights will flash once. 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 ” button is pressed for two seconds or If the “ longer, the panic alarm will sound. When locking the doors in normal circumstances, press the “ ” button for less than two seconds. For de- tails on the panic alarm, refer to “Sounding a panic alarm”.
(cid:132) Unlocking the doors Briefly press the “ ” button (for less than two sec- onds) to unlock the driver’s door. An electronic chirp will sound twice and the turn signal lights will flash twice. To unlock all other doors (and rear gate on the Wagon), briefly press the “ ” button a second time within 5 seconds. NOTE If the interval between the first and second press- es of the “ ” button (for unlocking of all of the doors and the rear gate) is extremely short, the
system may not respond.
(cid:132) Illuminated entry The interior (dome) light and ignition switch light (for turbo models) will illuminate when the “ ” button is pressed. These lights stay illuminated for approxi- mately 30 seconds if any of the doors (or the rear gate on the Wagon) is not opened. If the “ ” button is pressed before 30 seconds 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 switch must be set to the middle position in order for this function to operate.
(cid:132) 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 “ ” button three times in a five-second period will cause your vehicle’s horn to sound once and its turn signal lights to flash three times.
(cid:132) Sounding a panic alarm To activate the alarm, keep the “ 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 “ ” but- ton. Unless a button on the remote is pressed, the alarm will be deactivated after approximately 30 sec- onds.
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(cid:132) 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 ” button and then simultaneously pressing the “ depress “ ” buttons for more than two seconds. An electronic chirp will sound twice and the turn signal lights will flash twice to inform you that the audible signal has been turned off. To turn the audible signal on, unlock the door by pressing the “ ” button and then simultaneously depress “ ” buttons for more than two seconds. An electronic chirp will sound once and the turn signal lights will flash once to inform you that the audible signal has been turned on.
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(cid:132) Replacing the battery When the transmitter battery begins to get weak, transmitter range will begin to decrease. Replace the – CONTINUED – 2-11
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battery as soon as possible. To replace the battery:
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2. Remove the old battery from the holder.
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1. Open the transmitter case using a flat-head screw- driver.
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(cid:121) Do not let dust, oil or water get on or in the transmitter when replacing the battery. (cid:121) Be careful not to damage the printed circuit board in the transmitter when replacing the bat- tery.
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A) Negative (–) side facing up 3. Replace with a new battery (Type CR2025 or equivalent) making sure to install the new battery with the negative (–) side facing up. 4. Reinstall the back half of the transmitter case by snapping it back on. After the battery is replaced, the transmitter must be synchronized with the keyless entry system’s control unit. Press either the “ ” but- ton six times to synchronize the unit.
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(cid:132) 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:84) 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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To enter the programming mode:
1. Press “ ” button to disarm the security system. (If your vehicle is equipped with the optional security system.)
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2. Open the driver’s door and sit in the driver’s seat. 3. Close the driver’s door.
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To program the transmitters:
1. Open the driver’s door. 2. Close the driver’s door.
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seconds. Be sure to stop at the LOCK position. The horn will sound once to indicate that you are in the transmitter programming mode. NOTE You must finish the next step (opening the driver’s door) within 45 seconds of starting this proce- dures.– CONTINUED – 2-15
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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 twice 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
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operates by operating each transmitter. (cid:84) 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 to your vehicle.
Security system (if equipped) The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and the turn
