2003 Subaru Impreza Owners Manual

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 airbags) or four airbags (driver’s and front passen- ger’s frontal airbags and driver’s and front passen- ger’s side airbags). These SRS airbags are designed only as a sup- plement to the primary protection provided by the seatbelt.

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WARNING

D To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident, the driver and all passengers in the 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 combination with the seatbelts, it offers the best combined 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 car has the SRS airbag. For instructions and precautions concerning the seatbelt system, see the “Seatbelts” sec- tions in this chapter. D 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 in- jure an occupant whose body is too close to SRS airbag. It is also important to wear your seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can result when the

SRS airbag contacts an occupant not in prop- er position such as one thrown forward during pre-accident braking. Even when properly positioned, there remains a possibility that an occupant may suffer mi- nor injury such as abrasions and bruises to the face or arms because of the SRS airbag deployment force. D 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 de- ployment, the driver should always sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steer- ing wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control and the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possible and sit upright and well back in the seat. D 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 ob- jects could interfere with its proper operation and could be propelled inside the car and cause injury.

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WARNING

D 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, es- pecially if they are 12 years of age and under and are not restrained or improperly re- strained. Because children are lighter and weaker than adults, their risk of being injured from deployment is greater. For that reason, we strongly recommend that ALL children (including those in child seats

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CAUTION

D 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 af- ter SRS airbag deploys, get fresh air promptly. D A deploying SRS airbag releases hot gas. Occupants could get burnt if they come into direct contact with the hot gas.

NOTE When you sell your vehicle, we urge you to ex- plain 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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and those that have outgrown child restraint devices) sit in the REAR seat properly re- strained at all times in a child restraint device or in a seatbelt, whichever is appropriate for the child’s age, height and weight. Secure ALL types of child restraint devices (including forward facing child seats) in the REAR seats at all times. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. For instructions and precautions concerning the child restraint system, see the “Child re- straint systems” section in this chapter. D 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. D 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 air- bag deploys with considerable force and can injure or even kill the child.

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1) Airbag control module

(including impact sensors)

2) Airbag module (driver’s side) 3) Airbag module (passenger’s

side)

4) Front sub sensor (left hand

side)

5) Front sub sensor (right hand

side)

6) Side airbag module

(driver’s side — if equipped)

7) Side airbag module

(passenger’s side — if equipped)

8) Side airbag sensor (driver’s

side — if equipped) 9) Side airbag sensor

(passenger’s side — if equipped)

10) Airbag wiring (yellow) 11) Seatbelt pretensioner (driver’s

side)

12) Seatbelt pretensioner

(passenger’s side)

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WARNING

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.

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J SRS frontal airbag The driver’s SRS frontal airbag is stowed in the cen- ter 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 im- pact on the driver’s and front passenger’s head and chest.

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WARNING

WARNING

Never allow a child to stand up, or to kneel on the front passenger’s seat. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable force and can in- jure or even kill the child.

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.

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It is also important to wear your seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can result when the SRS airbag contacts an occupant not in prop- er position such as one thrown toward the front of the car during pre-accident braking.

WARNING

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 de- ployment, the driver should always sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steer- ing wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control and the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possible and sit upright and well back in the seat.

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WARNING

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 pro- pelled inside the vehicle and cause injury.

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WARNING

Do not attach accessories to the windshield, or fit an extra-wide mirror over the rear view mirror. If the SRS airbag deploys, those ob- jects could become projectiles that could seri- ously injure vehicle occupants.

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B Operation

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 dur- ing a frontal collision, the control module sends sig- nals to the frontal airbag modules instructing them to inflate the SRS frontal airbags. Then both airbag modules produce gas, which instantly inflates driv- er’s and passenger’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 airbag after deployment is shorter than the blink of an eye. The front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag deploys to- gether with driver’s SRS frontal airbag even when no one occupies the front passenger’s seat. Although it is highly unlikely that the SRS airbag would activate in a non-accident situation, should it occur, the SRS airbag will deflate quickly, not ob- scuring vision 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.

CAUTION

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 com- ponents can be very hot as a result of deploy- ment.

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 neces- sary protection can be achieved by the seatbelt alone. Also, it is basically not designed to deploy in side or rear impacts or in roll-over accidents be- cause deployment of the SRS frontal airbag would not help the occupant in those situations. The SRS airbag is designed to function 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

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collision to another, and it may have no bearing on the visible damage done to the vehicle itself. n When will the SRS frontal airbag most likely

deploy?

n At what other times might the SRS frontal air-

bag deploy?

A head-on collision against a thick concrete wall at a vehicle speed of 12 to 19 mph (20 to 30 km/h) or higher activates the SRS frontal airbag. The SRS frontal airbag will also be activated when the vehicle is exposed to a frontal impact similar in fashion and magnitude to the above-mentioned collision.

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The SRS frontal airbag may be activated when the vehicle sustains a hard impact in the undercarriage area from the road surface (such as when the ve-

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hicle plunges into a deep ditch, is severely bumped or knocked hard against an obstacle on the road such as a curb).

n When is the SRS frontal airbag unlikely to

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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.

n When will the SRS frontal airbag not deploy?

The SRS frontal airbag is basically not designed to deploy if the vehicle is struck from side or from behind, or if it rolls onto its side or roof, or if it is in- volved in a low-speed frontal collision.

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J 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 deploys between the occupant and the door panel and supplements the seatbelt by reducing the im- pact on the occupant’s chest and head.

WARNING

The SRS side airbag is designed as only a supplement to the primary protection pro- vided by the seatbelt. It does not do away with the need to fasten seatbelts. It is also impor- tant to wear your seatbelt to help avoid inju- ries that can result when an occupant is not seated in a proper upright position.

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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 another vehicle, then against a concrete wall in im- mediate succession, once the SRS frontal airbag is activated on the first impact, it will not be activated on the second.

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WARNING

WARNING

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.

Do not sit or lean unnecessarily close to ei- ther front door. The SRS side airbag is stored in both front seat seatbacks next to the door, and it provides protection by deploying rapid- ly (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 in- juries if your head or other body parts are too close to the SRS side airbag.

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WARNING

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 seriously 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 passenger’s SRS frontal air- bag, children aged 12 and under should be placed in the rear seat anyway and should be properly restrained at all times.

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WARNING

WARNING

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.

Do not put any kind of cover or clothes or oth- er objects over either front seatback and do not attach labels or stickers to the front seat surface on or near the SRS side airbag. They could prevent proper deployment of the SRS side airbag, reducing protection available to the front seat’s occupant.

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B Operation

A) SRS side airbag deploys as soon as a collision

B) After deployment, SRS side airbag starts to deflate

occurs.

immediately.

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The SRS side airbag can function only when the ignition 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 de- ploys independently of the frontal airbags in the steering wheel and instrument panel. An impact sensor is incorporated into each of the vehicle’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, instructing it to inflate the SRS side air- bag. Then the side airbag module produces gas, which instantly inflates the SRS side airbag. After the deployment, the SRS side airbag immediately starts to deflate. The time required from detecting impact to the deflation of the SRS side airbag after deployment is shorter than the blink of an eye.

The SRS side airbag deploys even when no one oc- cupies the seat on the side on which an impact is applied. 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 re-

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sult of the deployment. This smoke does not indi- cate a fire in the vehicle.

n When will the SRS side airbag most likely

deploy?

CAUTION

Do not touch the SRS side airbag system components 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 impact 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 be- cause SRS side airbag 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 during 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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A severe side impact near the front seat activates the SRS side airbag.

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n When is the SRS side airbag unlikely to deploy?

1) The vehicle is involved in an

oblique side-on impact.

2) The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicin- ity of the passenger compartment.

3) The vehicle strikes a telephone

pole or similar object.

4) The vehicle is involved in a side-on

impact from a motorcycle.

5) The vehicle rolls onto its side or

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n When will the SRS side airbag not deploy?

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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.

1) The vehicle is involved in a frontal collision with

another vehicle (moving or stationary).

2) The vehicle is struck from behind.

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The SRS side airbag is basically not designed to deploy if the vehicle is involved in a frontal collision or is struck from behind. Examples of such acci- dents are illustrated.

J SRS airbag system monitors

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 colli- sion, first with one vehicle and immediately followed by another from the same direction, once the SRS side airbag is activated on the first impact, it will not be activated on the second.

A diagnostic system continually monitors the readi- ness of the SRS airbag system while the vehicle is being driven. The SRS airbag system warning light “AIRBAG” 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: D Front sub sensor (Right hand side) D Front sub sensor (Left hand side) D Airbag control module (including impact sensors) D Frontal airbag module (Driver’s side)

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if

if

D Frontal airbag module (Passenger’s side) D Side airbag sensor (Driver’s side — if equipped) D Side airbag sensor (Passenger’s side — equipped) D Side airbag module (Driver’s side — if equipped) D Side airbag module (Passenger’s side — equipped) D Seatbelt pretensioner (Driver’s side) D Seatbelt pretensioner (Passenger’s side) D All related wiring In the event of a malfunction indicated by any of fol- lowing, the vehicle should be taken promptly to your nearest SUBARU dealer the system checked. Unless checked and repaired, the SRS airbags will not function reliably: D Flashing or flickering of the indicator light. D No illumination of the warning light when the igni- tion switch is first turned to the “ON” position. D Continuous illumination of the warning light. D Illumination of the warning light while driving.

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J SRS airbag system servicing

WARNING

D When discarding an airbag module or scrap- ping the entire car damaged by a collision, consult your SUBARU dealer. D 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 har- nesses of the SRS airbag system are covered with yellow insulation and system connectors are yellow for easy identification.

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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. D Under the center console D Inside each front fender D Steering wheel and column and nearby areas D Top of the dashboard on front passenger’s side and nearby areas D Each front seat and nearby area (only for ve- hicles with SRS side airbags) D 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 after the date of manufacture, which is shown on the certification plate attached to the driver’s door jamb.

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NOTE In the following cases, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. D The front part of the vehicle was involved in an accident in which the SRS frontal airbags did not deploy. D 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. D Either center pillar or a nearby area of the ve- hicle was involved in an accident in which the SRS side airbag did not deploy. D The fabric or leather of either front seatback is cut, frayed, or otherwise damaged.

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CAUTION

Do not perform any of the following modifica- tions. Such modifications can interfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system. D Attachment of any equipment (brush bar, winches, snow plow, skid plate, etc.) other than SUBARU genuine accessory parts to the front end. D Modification of the suspension system or front end structure. D Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the tires specified on the tire placard attached to the driver’s door jamb. D Attachment of any equipment (side steps or side sill protectors, etc.) other than SUBARU genuine accessory parts to the side body (for vehicles with side airbags only).

Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts to your vehicle.

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tion

WARNING

D To avoid accidental activation of the system or rendering the system inoperative, which may result in serious injury, no modifications should be made to any components or wiring of the SRS airbag system. This includes following modifications:

D Installation of custom steering wheels D Attachment of additional trim materials to the dashboard D Installation of custom seats (for vehicles with SRS side airbags only) D Replacement of seat fabric or leather (for vehicles with SRS side airbags only) D Installation of additional fabric or leather on the front seat (for vehicles with SRS side airbags only)

D 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 in- terfere with proper operation of the SRS air- bag system.

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Door locks

Key number

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Locking and unlocking from the outside Locking and unlocking from the inside

Power door locking switches

(if equipped)

Security system (if equipped)

Locking the doors Unlocking the doors Illuminated entry Sounding a panic alarm Selecting audible signal operation Replacing the battery Replacing lost transmitters

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System operation Arming the system Disarming the system Sounding a panic alarm Valet mode Passive arming

Child safety locks Windows

Power windows Trunk lid (Sedan)

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To cancel the trunk lid release Internal trunk lid release handle

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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.

J Key number The key number is stamped on the metal plate attached 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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Keys

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. D Ignition switch D Doors D Trunk (sedan) or Rear gate (wagon) D Glove box

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J Locking and unlocking from the out-

side

1) Lock

2) Unlock

To lock the door from the outside with the key, turn the key toward the rear. To unlock the door, turn the key toward the front. Pull the outside door handle to open an unlocked door.

1) Rotate the lock lever rearward. 2) Close the door.

To lock the door from the outside without the key, rotate 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 (wagon) are locked before leaving your vehicle.

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door is unlocked. Pull the inside door handle to open an unlocked door. Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate (wagon) are closed before starting to drive.

WARNING

Keep all doors locked when you drive, espe- cially when small children are in your vehicle. Along with the proper use of seat belts and child restraints, locking the doors reduces the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in an accident. It also helps prevent passengers from falling out if a door is accidentally opened, and in- truders from unexpectedly opening doors and entering your vehicle.

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NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle when locking the doors from the out- side without the key.

J Locking and unlocking from the

inside

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

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Power door locking switches (if equipped)

locks, the doors remain locked. 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.

1) Lock

2) Unlock

All doors and the rear gate (wagon) can be locked and unlocked by the power door locking switches located at the driver’s side and the front passenger’s side doors. To lock the doors, push the front side of the switch. To unlock the doors, push the rear side of the switch. When you close the doors after you set the door

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The operable distance of the keyless entry system is approximately 30 feet (10 meters). However, this distance will vary depending on environmental conditions. Range may be reduced near sources of RF interference such as power plants and radio/tele- vision broadcasting towers. The remote keyless entry system does not operate when the key is inserted in the ignition switch to pre- vent accidental lockout.

CAUTION

D Do not expose the transmitter to severe shocks, such as those experienced as a result of dropping or throwing. D Do not take the transmitter apart except when replacing the battery. D Do not get the transmitter wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.

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Remote keyless entry system (if equipped)

Two transmitters are provided for your vehicle. The remote keyless entry system has the following functions. D Locking and unlocking the doors (and rear gate on the wagon) without a key D Sounding a panic alarm D Arming and disarming the security system (if your vehicle is equipped with an optional security sys- tem). 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. Operation 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 opera- tion. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com- pliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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closed, the horn will sound three times to alert you that the doors (or the rear gate) are not properly closed. When you close the door, it will automatically lock. NOTE If the “LOCK/ALARM” button is pressed for two seconds or longer, the panic alarm will sound. When in normal circum- stances, press the “LOCK/ALARM” button for less than two seconds. For details on the panic alarm, refer to “Sounding the panic alarm”.

locking the doors

J Unlocking the doors Briefly press the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button (for less than two seconds) to unlock the driver’s door. The horn will sound two times. To unlock all other doors (and rear gate on the wagon), briefly press the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button a second time within 5
seconds. NOTE If the interval between the first and second pres- ses of (for unlocking of all of the doors and the rear gate) is extremely short, the system may not respond.

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A: LOCK/ARM button (Orange)

Press to Lock all doors. Press and Hold to activate panic alarm.

B: UNLOCK/DISARM button (Blue)

B1) Press once to Unlock driver’s door. B2) Press a second time to Unlock all other doors

(and rear gate on the Wagon).

C: LED J Locking the doors Briefly press the “LOCK/ARM” button (for less than two seconds) to lock all doors (and rear gate on the wagon). The horn will sound one time. If any of the doors (or the rear gate) is not fully

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J Selecting audible signal operation Using the horn, the system will give you an audible signal when the doors lock and unlock. If desired, you may turn the audible signal off. To turn the audible signal off, unlock the door by pressing the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button and then simultaneously and “UNLOCK/DISARM” buttons for more than two se- conds. The horn will sound two times to inform you that the audible signal has been turned off. To turn the audible signal on, unlock the door by pressing the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button and then simultaneously and “UNLOCK/DISARM” buttons for more than two se- conds. The horn will sound one time to inform you that the audible signal has been turned on.

“LOCK/ARM”

“LOCK/ARM”

depress

J Replacing the battery When the transmitter battery begins to get weak, transmitter range will begin to decrease and the LED will not illuminate. Replace the battery as soon as possible.

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J Illuminated entry The interior (dome) light and ignition switch light (for turbo models) will illuminate when the “UNLOCK/ DISARM” button is pressed. These lights stay illumi- nated for approximately 30 seconds if any of the doors (or the rear gate on the wagon) is not opened. If the “LOCK/ARM” button is pressed before 30 se- conds have elapsed, these lights will go out. Also, these lights will go out if the key is inserted in the ignition switch. The interior light must be set to the middle position in order for this function to operate.

J Sounding a panic alarm To activate the alarm, keep the “LOCK/ARM” button pressed for more than two seconds. To deactivate it, press the “LOCK/ARM” button or “UNLOCK/DISARM” button. Unless a button on the remote is pressed, the alarm will be deactivated after approximately 30 seconds.

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To replace the battery:

1. Remove the two screws on the back of the trans- mitter case by using a phillips screwdriver. 2. Separate the case. 3. Remove the old battery from the holder.

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1) Positive (+) side facing up

4. Replace with a new battery (Type CR2032 or equivalent) making sure to install the new battery with the positive (+) side facing up. 5. Install the back half of the transmitter case. 6. Reinstall the two screws on the back of the trans- mitter case. After the battery is replaced, the transmitter must be synchronized with the keyless entry system’s control unit. Press either the “LOCK/ARM” or “UNLOCK/DISARM” button six times to synchro- nize the unit.

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CAUTION

To enter the programming mode:

D Do not let dust, oil or water get on or in the transmitter when replacing the battery. D Be careful not to damage the printed circuit board in the transmitter when replacing the battery.

J Replacing lost transmitters If you lose a transmitter or want to purchase addi- tional 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. B 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 transmitter codes. The four transmitter codes may be the same or different.

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1. Press “UNLOCK/DISARM” 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.

1) ON

2) LOCK

4. Place the ignition key into the ignition switch and cycle the switch from LOCK to ON ten times within 15 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 driv- er’s door) within 45 seconds of starting this pro- cedures.

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To program the transmitters:

1. Open the driver’s door. 2. Close the driver’s door.

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1) Press any button.

3. Press and release any button on the transmitter that you wish to program into the system. The horn will sound two times to indicate that the transmitter has been programmed. Any additional transmitters can also be programmed at this time. Repeat steps 1 through 3 for an addi- tional transmitter. To exit the programming mode: 1. After all of your transmitters are programmed, re- move the key from the ignition switch. The horn will sound three times to indicate that the system has exited the programming mode.

2. Make sure that the keyless entry system properly operates by operating each transmitter. B 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 remains in the memory. For security reasons, lost transmitter 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 current 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 memory. 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

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D Application of physical shock to the vehicle (e.g. breaking glass or forced entry). Note that there are two alarm levels for shock: warning and alarm. In warning mode, the alarm detects lower level vibra- tions and triggers 2 warning chirps on the horn and two flashes on the lights as a deterrent to would be vandals. In alarm mode, higher levels of shock are detected and the system will go into full alarm. D Ignition switch being turned on while in armed state. NOTE With the valet mode selected, the security sys- tem does not operate and the parking lights do not flash when the remote transmitter is used for locking and unlocking. The security system indi- cator light in the combination meter flashes twice per second to show that the valet mode is selected. For details, refer to “Valet mode” in this section.

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Security system (if equipped)

The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and the parking lights flash if someone attempts to break into your vehicle. The starter motor is also inter- rupted to prevent starting the vehicle without a key. The system can be armed and disarmed with the remote transmitter. The system does not operate when the key is in- serted into the ignition switch.

J System operation The security system will give the following alarm in- dications when triggered: D The parking lights will flash and the horn will sound intermittently. In addition, the starter motor will not operate. D The alarm automatically resets after 30 seconds; however, the alarm will reactivate if the vehicle is tampered with again. The alarm will continue for six times if any sensor continues to be activated. The alarm is triggered by: D Opening a door, the rear gate or trunk lid (vehicle equipped with trunk light only).

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J Arming the system B To arm the system using remote transmitter 1. Close all windows. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Open the doors and get out of the vehicle. 4. Make sure that the engine hood (and the trunk lid) are locked. 5. Close all doors (and the rear gate on the wagon).

1) Press to Arm the system. 2) Press to Disarm the system.

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Security system-indicator light

6. Briefly press the “LOCK/ARM” button (for less than two seconds). All doors (and the rear gate on the wagon) will lock, the horn will sound one time, the parking lights will flash one time and the indica- tor light starts flashing slowly (approximately once every two seconds). If any of the doors (or the rear gate) is not fully closed, the horn sounds three times, the parking lights flash three times to alert you that the doors (or the rear gate) are not properly closed. When you close the door, the system will automatically arm and doors will automatically lock.

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parking lights will flash one time and the indicator light will start flashing slowly (approximately once every two seconds) to inform you that the system has armed. NOTE The system can be armed even if the engine hood and/or the windows are opened. Always make sure that they are fully closed before arm- ing the system.

J Disarming the system Briefly press the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button (for less than two seconds) on the remote transmitter. The driver’s door will unlock, the horn will sound two times, the parking lights will flash two times and the indicator light will go off. To unlock all other doors (and the rear gate on the wagon), briefly press the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button a second time. B Emergency disarming If you cannot disarm the system using the transmit- ter (i.e. the transmitter is lost, broken or the transmit- ter battery is too weak), you can disarm the system without using the transmitter.

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B To arm the system using power door locking

switches

1. Close all windows. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Open the doors and get out of the vehicle. 4. Make sure that the engine hood (and the trunk lid) are locked. 5. Close the doors (and the rear gate on the wagon) but leave only the driver’s door or the front passen- ger’s door open.

6. Push the front side (“LOCK” side) of the power door locking switch to set the door locks. 7. Close the door. The horn will sound one time, the

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To disarm the system: 1. Unlock the door with the key and then open the door. 2. The alarm will sound. 3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and cycle it from the “LOCK” to the “ON” position three (3) times within 5 seconds.

J Sounding a panic alarm To activate the alarm, keep the “LOCK/ARM” button pressed for more than two seconds. To deactivate it, press the “LOCK/ARM” button or “UNLOCK/DISARM” button. The parking lights will also flash when the alarm is activated. Unless a button on the remote is pressed, the alarm will be deactivated after approximately 30 seconds.

J Valet mode When you choose the valet mode, the security sys- tem does not operate. In valet mode, the remote transmitter is used only for locking and unlocking the doors (and rear gate on the wagon) and panic activation. The parking lights do not flash when re- mote transmitter is used for locking and unlocking. To enter the valet mode, open the driver’s door and

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keep the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button depressed for more than two seconds. The security system sta- tus indicator light will continue to flash two times per second indicating that the system is in the valet mode. To exit valet mode, open the driver’s door and keep the “UNLOCK/DISARM” button pressed for more than two seconds. The indicator will stop flashing.

J Passive arming When passive arming mode has been programmed by the dealer, arming of the system is automatically accomplished without using the remote transmitter. Note that in this mode, DOORS MUST BE MANUAL- LY LOCKED.

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B To enter the passive mode

1. Remove the side sill cover on the driver’s side.

1)Open the driver’s door. 2)Remove the two clips fastening the front portion of the cover with a screwdriver. 3)Remove the side sill cover by pulling it up.

1) Connector for SRS airbag system (yellow) 2) White (1P)

2. Connect the white (1 pole) connector. 3. Turn the ignition switch from the “LOCK” to the “ON” position. 4. Install the side sill cover. To place the system in active arming mode (remote required for activation), disconnect the white con- nector.

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B Arming the system 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position.

WARNING

Do not disconnect or tamper with any yellow connector and/or any harness covered with yellow insulation and/or tape. Doing so could result in accidental inflation of the SRS airbag or could make the SRS airbag system inoperative, which may result in seri- ous injury.

1) ON

2) LOCK

2. Turn the ignition switch from “ON” to “LOCK” position and remove the key from the ignition switch.

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3. Open the doors and get out of the vehicle. 4. Before closing the doors, lock all doors with the inside door lock levers. 5. Close the doors. The system will automatically arm after one minute. In the passive mode, the system can also be armed with the remote transmitter or with the power door locking switches. If the remote transmitter or power door lock switch is used to lock the vehicle, arming will take place immediately regardless of whether or not the passive mode has been selected.

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CAUTION

In passive mode, the system will automatically activate the alarm but WILL NOT automatically lock the doors. In order to lock the doors you must either lock them as indicated in step 4
above or with the key once they have been closed. Failure to lock the doors manually will result in a higher security risk.

B Disarming the system To disarm the system, briefly press the “UNLOCK/ DISARM” button on the transmitter. n Tripped sensor identification If the horn sounds four times and the parking lights flash four times when you disarm the system, this in- dicates that the alarm was triggered. The number of times the indicator light flashes indicates what sen- sor caused the alarm condition. To enter identification mode: 1. Open the driver’s door and leave it open. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position two times. (“LOCK” → “ON” → “LOCK” → “ON” → “LOCK”) 3. The indicator light will start flashing.

The indicator light provides the following indications. Flashing one time: Any door, the rear gate or the trunk lid has been opened. Flashing three times: The impact sensor in the sys- tem’s unit has been activated. This may indicate that your vehicle has been shocked or tampered with by some outside force and/or unauthorized person. Flashing four times: The ignition switch has been turned on or the battery has been disconnected. NOTE The battery must be reconnected before the indi- cator light will flash. To exit this mode, close the door and turn the igni- tion switch to the “ON” position.

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Child safety locks

1) Lock

2) Unlock

Each rear door has a child safety lock that prevents the doors from being opened even if the inside door handle is pulled. When the child safety lock lever is in the lock posi- tion, the door cannot be opened from inside regard- less of the position of the inner door handle lock lever. The door can only be opened from the out- side.

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Windows

J Power windows

WARNING

To avoid serious personal injury, you must observe the following warnings: D When operating the power windows, be ex- tremely careful to prevent anyone’s fingers, arms or head from being caught in the win- dow. D Always lock the passengers’ windows using the lock switch when children are riding in the vehicle. D Before leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the ignition switch for safety and never allow an unattended child to remain in the vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure could result in injury to a child operating the power window.

The power windows operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

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WARNING

Always use the child safety lock whenever a child rides in the rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opened the door and fell out.

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B Driver’s side switches

n Operating the driver’s window

1) Lock switch 2) For driver’s window (with one-touch auto down fea-

ture)

3) For front passenger’s window 4) For rear left window 5) For rear right window

All door windows can be controlled by the power window switch cluster at the driver side door.

1) Open 2) Automatically open 3) Close

To open: Push the switch down lightly and hold it. The win- dow will open as long as the switch is held. This switch also has a one-touch auto down feature that allows the window to be opened fully without holding the switch. Push the switch down until it clicks and release it, and the window will fully open. To stop the window halfway, pull the switch up lightly.

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To close: Pull the switch up lightly and hold it. The window will close as long as the switch is held. n Operating the passengers’ windows

n Locking the passengers’ windows

To open the passengers’ windows, push the ap- propriate switch down and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. To close the window, pull the switch up and hold it until it reaches the desired position.

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1) Lock

2) Unlock

To lock the passengers’ windows, push the lock switch. When the lock switch is in the “LOCK” posi- tion, the passengers’ windows cannot be opened or closed. B Passengers’ side switches To open the window, push the switch down and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. To close the window, pull the switch up and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. When the lock switch on the power window switch

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cluster, located on the driver’s side door, is in the “LOCK” position, the passengers’ windows cannot be operated with the passengers’ switches.

Trunk lid (Sedan)

WARNING

D To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from en- tering the vehicle, always keep the trunk lid closed while driving. D Help prevent young children from locking themselves in the trunk. When leaving the ve- hicle, either close all windows and lock all doors or cancel the inside trunk lid release. Also make certain that the trunk is closed. On hot or sunny days, the temperature in the trunk could quickly become high enough to cause death or serious heat-related injuries including brain damage, particularly for small children.

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J To open and close the trunk lid from

outside

J To open the trunk lid from inside

To open the trunk lid from outside, insert the key and turn it clockwise. To close the trunk lid, lightly press the trunk lid down until the latch engages.

1) Open

Pull the trunk lid release lever upward.

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J To cancel the trunk lid release

The inside trunk lid release can be cancelled to help prevent unauthorized entry into the trunk. To cancel the trunk lid release, set the lid release cancel lever (located on the inside of the trunk lid, mounted to the trunk lid latch) to the “CANCEL” position. When this lock is in the “CANCEL” position, the trunk can be opened only with the key.

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J Internal trunk lid release handle The internal trunk lid release handle is a device de- signed to open the trunk lid from inside the trunk. In the event children or adults become locked inside the trunk, the handle allows them to open the lid. The handle is located on the inside of the trunk lid.

To open the trunk lid from inside the trunk, press the yellow handle downward as indicated by the arrow on the handle. This operation unlocks the trunk lid. Then, push up the lid. The handle is made of material that remains lumi- nescent for approximately an hour in the dark trunk

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B Inspection Perform the following steps at least twice a year to check the release handle for correct operation. 1. Open the trunk lid.

2. Use a screwdriver with a thin blade. Slide the screwdriver blade from the slit aperture of the lock assembly fully to the end until you hear a click.

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space after it is exposed to ambient light even for a short time.

WARNING

Never allow any child to get in the trunk and play with the release handle. If the driver starts the vehicle without knowing that a child is inside the trunk and the child opens the lid using the release handle, the child could fall out and be killed or seriously injured.

CAUTION

D Do not close the lid while gripping the re- lease handle. The handle may be damaged. D Do not use the handle as a hook to fasten straps or ropes to secure your cargo in the trunk. Such use may result in damage of the handle. D Load the trunk so that cargo can not strike the release handle. If the cargo hits the handle while the vehicle is being driven, the handle may be pushed down and the trunk lid may open. That may cause cargo to fall out of the trunk, which could create a traffic safety haz- ard.

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3. Move the release handle, from outside the ve- hicle, in the direction of the arrow to check if the latch is released. If the latch is not released, contact your SUBARU dealer. In that case, use the key to release the latch, then close the trunk lid. Also, if the movements of the release handle feel re- stricted or not entirely smooth during operation, or the handle and/or handle base is cracked, contact your SUBARU dealer.

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To open the rear gate, first unlock the rear gate lock then pull the outside handle up. To close the rear gate, lower it slowly and push down firmly until the latch engages.

WARNING

To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from enter- ing the vehicle, always keep the rear gate closed while driving.

CAUTION

Do not jam a plastic bag in or place cello- phane tape on the rear gate stays or scratch the stays while loading or unloading cargo. That could cause leakage of gas from the stays, which may result in their inability to hold the rear gate open.

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Rear gate (Wagon)

1) Lock

2) Unlock

To unlock the rear gate, insert the key in the keyhole and turn it clockwise. To lock the rear gate, insert the key in the keyhole and turn it counterclockwise. If your vehicle is equipped with power door locking switches, the rear gate can also be locked and unlocked through use of the power door locking switches. Refer to the “Power door locking switches” section in this chap- ter.

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Hazard warning flasher Meters and gauges

LOCK ACC ON START Key reminder chime Key interlock release (AT vehicles only)

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Speedometer Odometer/Trip meter Tachometer Fuel gauge Temperature gauge Ambient temperature gauge (if equipped)

Seatbelt warning light and chime SRS airbag system warning light CHECK ENGINE warning light/

Warning and indicator lights

Malfunction indicator lamp

Charge warning light Oil pressure warning light AT OIL TEMPerature warning light

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(for AT vehicles) ABS warning light Brake system warning light Door open warning lights Front-wheel drive warning light (for AT vehicles – if equipped)

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Instruments and controls

Clock Light control switch

Shift position indicator (AT vehicles) Turn signal indicator lights High beam indicator light

Headlights High/low beam change (dimmer) Headlight flasher Daytime running light system

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Turn signal lever Illumination brightness control Parking light switch Fog light switch (if equipped) Wiper and washer

Windshield wiper and washer switches Rear window wiper and washer switch

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Rear window defogger switch Mirrors

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Tilt steering wheel Horn

Inside mirror Outside mirrors

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Instruments and controls

Ignition switch

B Automatic transmission vehicles

The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK, ACC, ON and START.

J LOCK The key can only be inserted or removed in this position. The ignition switch will lock the steering wheel when you remove the key. If turning the key is difficult, turn the steering wheel slightly to the right and left as you turn the key.

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The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only when the selector lever is in the “P” position.

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B Manual transmission vehicles

The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only when the key is pushed in while turning it.

WARNING

Never turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” while the vehicle is being driven or towed be- cause that will lock the steering wheel, pre- venting steering control. And when the engine is turned off, it takes a much greater effort than usual to steer.

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J Key interlock release (AT vehicles

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If the key can not be turned to the “LOCK” position even when the selector lever is in the “P” position: 1. Take out the screwdriver from the tool bag.

2. Remove the cover under the steering column us- ing a phillips screwdriver.

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J ACC In this position the electrical accessories (radio, cig- arette lighter, etc.) can be used.

J ON This is the normal operating position after the engine is started.

J START The engine is started in this position. The starter cranks the engine to start it. When the key is re- leased (after the engine has started), the key auto- matically returns to the “ON” position.

CAUTION

Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while the engine is running.

J Key reminder chime The reminder chime sounds when the driver’s door opens and the key is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” posi- tions. The chime stops when the key is removed from the ignition switch.

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3. Turn the ignition key while pressing the key inter- lock release lever. Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer im- mediately to have the key interlock system repaired.

F) Vehicle front

1) Release lever

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Instruments and controls

Hazard warning flasher

Meters and gauges

J Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed.

J Odometer/Trip meter

The hazard warning flasher is used to warn other drivers when you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions. The hazard warning flasher works with the ignition switch in any position. To turn on the hazard warning flasher, push the haz- ard warning button on the instrument panel. To turn off the flasher, push the button again. NOTE When the hazard warning flasher is on, the turn signals do not work.

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1) Trip meter

2) Odometer

This meter displays the odometer and two trip me- ters when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK”, “ACC” or “ON” position.

B Odometer The odometer shows the total distance that the ve- hicle has been driven. B Double trip meter

1) A trip meter

2) B trip meter

The trip meter shows the distance that the vehicle has been driven since you last set it to zero. To change the mode indication, briefly push the knob. Each press of the knob changes the function alter- nately.

A trip meter

B trip meter

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To set the trip meter to zero, select the A trip or B trip meter by pushing the knob and keep the knob pushed for more than 2 seconds.

CAUTION

To ensure safety, do not attempt to change the function of the indicator during driving, as an accident could result.

NOTE If the connection between the combination meter and battery is broken for any reason such as ve- hicle maintenance or fuse replacement, the data recorded on the trip meter will be lost.

J Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in thou- sands of revolutions per minute.

CAUTION

Do not operate the engine with the pointer of