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(9) Cassette slot (10) Eject button (11) Repeat button (12) TAPE (cassette player

selection) button

(13) TPS button (14) Dolby B NR button (15) Fast forward button (16) Program switching button (17) Rewind button

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J Cassette player operation

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NOTE D Only use good quality cassettes (cassettes longer than C-90 are not recommended). D Put cassettes back in their boxes immediately after use to protect them from dust and dirt and to prevent the tape from unwinding. D Never expose cassettes to heat, direct sunlight or moisture. D Clean the tape head (once or twice a month) using a wet-type cleaning cassette. B To play back a cassette tape

n When cassette tape is not in the player When a cassette is partially inserted, it is automati- cally drawn in and starts tape playback. n When cassette tape is in the player When the “TAPE” button (12) is pressed, the display will show “PLAY” and the player will start playback. B Tape travel indicators These indicate the direction the cassette tape is moving. " : indicates that the top side of the cassette is be- ing played back. A : indicates that the bottom side of the cassette is being played back.

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B Program switching button (PROG) When the program switching button “PROG” (16) is pressed during playback, the tape travel indicators will switch and the player will begin playing back the opposite side of the tape. The same mechanism is automatically activated when the end of the tape is reached. This allows the opposite side of the tape to play, providing continuous playback. B Fast-forward button (FF) To fast-forward the tape, press the “FF” button (15). The display will show “FF”. To stop fast-forwarding, press the “FF” or “TAPE” (12) button. B Rewind button (REW) To rewind the tape, press the “REW” button (17). The display will indicate “REW”. To stop rewinding, press the “REW” or “TAPE” (12) button. B Eject button ( When “ and the cassette tape is ejected. The ejection function also operates when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” position. Always make cer- tain that you remove the cassette tape.

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B Tape program sensor button (TPS)

n Blank skip When the “TPS” button (13) is pressed, the “TPS” in- dicator will come on and the player will automatically skip any blank portion of 15 second or more and play the next program, even if it is on the other side. To cancel blank skip mode, press the “TPS” button again. n Blank search Press “TPS” button (13) during playback to return to the beginning of the current selection or to skip to the beginning of the next selection. To use this func- tion, press the “TPS” button to turn on the “TPS” in- dicator. If the fast-forward button “FF” (15) is then pressed, the player advances the tape to the begin- ning of the next selection and starts playing it. If the rewind button “REW” (17) is pressed instead, the player rewinds the tape to the beginning of the cur- rent selection and starts replaying it. The “TPS” function may not operate properly under the follow- ing conditions: D When the recording level is low. D When there are long pauses in the middle of a selection. D When the tape contains verbal material such as conversations.

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D When the blanks between selections are shorter than five seconds. D When there are no blanks between selections (live concerts, etc.). B Repeat button (RPT) Push the “RPT” button (11) to repeat the piece of music being listened to. To use this function, push the “RPT” button while the piece you want to hear again is being played. “RPT” will be indicated on the display. When the selection ends, the cassette play- er automatically rewinds to the beginning of the piece and the selection begins again. To cancel the repeat function, push the “RPT” button again. Until the repeat function is cancelled, the same piece of music will be repeated indefinitely. The “RPT” func- tion may not operate properly under the following conditions: D When the recording level is low. D When there are long pauses in the middle of a selection. D When the tape contains verbal material such as conversations. D When the blanks between selections are shorter than five seconds. D When there are no blanks between selections (live concerts, etc).

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B Dolby B NR button ( Press “ ” button (14) when playing tapes re- ” in- corded using the Dolby NR system*. The “ dicator will light up and high-frequency noise on the tape will be reduced for clearer sound reproduction. * Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby” and the double-D Symbol are trade marks of Dolby Laboratories Li- censing Corporation. n Auto metal sensor The cassette player automatically adjusts for metal or CrO2 tape.

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(18) LOAD button (19) SCAN button (20) Disc slot (21) CD button (22) Eject button (23) Random button (24) Fast forward/Fast reverse and

track UP/DOWN knob

(25) Repeat button (26) Disc select button

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NOTE Make sure to always insert a disc with the label side up. If a disc is inserted with the label side down, it might be ejected or the player might shut off.

B How to insert a CD(s)

n Inserting a CD 1. Press “LOAD” button (18). If the magazine in the player has an idle position where you can insert a disc, the “DISC” indicator associated with the idle position will blink. If no indicator blinks, it means that there is no idle position in the magazine. 2. As soon as the “DISC” indicator begins to blink, the “IN” will appear on display for a period of 15 se- conds. Insert a disc during the period. The disc will be then automatically drawn in, and the player will begin to play back the first number of the disc. D To insert more discs in succession, repeat Steps 1
and 2. The magazine will be loaded with discs in the ascending order of position number. If you do not insert any disc in 15 seconds after you have pressed the “LOAD” button, the player will be- gin to play back the first number of the last disc you have inserted.

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D The disc indicator steadily lights up if a disc is al- ready inserted in the corresponding position of the magazine. D While the player is in the loading mode, if you press any of the other mode buttons “FM” (2), “AM” (1) and “TAPE” (12), the player will enter the stand- by mode. Press the “CD” button (21) to start play- back. n Inserting a disc in a desired position 1. Press the “LOAD” button. If the magazine in the player has an idle position where you can insert a disc, the “DISC” indicator associated with the idle position will blink. The positions in the magazine the indicator of which steadily lights up are already loaded with discs. 2. Press the “DISC SELECT” button (26) at the posi- tion where you want to insert a disc. The associated “DISC” indicator will blink, and the “IN” will be dis- played. 3. If you insert a disc during the 15-second period while the “IN” is on display, the disc will be automati- cally drawn in, and the player will start playback of the disc, beginning with the first number. D To insert more discs in succession, repeat Steps 1
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When a CD is loaded, the player will start playback of the CD, beginning with the first number. n When there are CDs loaded: Press a desired one of the “DISC SELECT” buttons (26) the “DISC” indicator of which steadily lights up. The player will then start playback of the selected CD, beginning with the first number. B Selecting a desired track (TRACK)

""❚ : Skipping forward ❚AA : Skipping backward "" : Fast forwarding AA : Fast reversing

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press any of the other mode buttons “FM” (2), “AM” (1) and “TAPE” (12), the player will enter standby mode. Press the “CD” button to start playback. n Loading all the magazine (Full disc loading

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1. If you continue to press the “LOAD” button for more than 1.5 seconds, the player will produce beep sound and will enter the full disc loading mode. 2. A “DISC” indicator will blink, and the “IN” will be on display for a period of 15 seconds. If a disc is successfully loaded during this period, the “DISC” indicator will stop blinking and will steadily light. 3. When the loading of a disc is complete, the next “DISC” indicator will blink. Then repeat Step 2. 4. When the magazine is filled with discs by repeat- ing Steps 2 and 3, the player will start playback of the discs, beginning with the one inserted first. If you fail to insert any disc during each 15-second interval, the full disc loading mode will be canceled, and the player will start playback of the disc in- serted first. B How to play back a CD or make a pause

n When there is no CD inserted: Insert a CD by referring to “How to Insert a CD(s)”.

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n Skipping forward Turn the “TRACK” knob (24) clockwise and release it immediately to skip to the beginning of the next track. Each time the knob is turned and released, the indicated track number will increase. n Skipping backward Turn the “TRACK” knob (24) counterclockwise and release it immediately to skip to the beginning of the current track. If you continue to turn and release the knob, the indicated truck number will decrease. n Fast forwarding Turn the “TRACK” knob (24) clockwise and hold it continuously for more than 2 seconds to fast forward the disc. Release the knob to stop fast forwarding. n Fast reversing Turn the “TRACK” knob (24) counterclockwise and hold it continuously for more than 2 seconds to fast reverse the disc. Release the knob to stop fast reverse. B Repeat playback Press the “RPT” button (25) while a song is playing to play the song repeatedly. The “RPT” indicator will come on and the song will be played continuously.

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To cancel the repeat mode, press the button again. Then the “RPT” indicator goes out, and normal play- back mode is restored. B Random playback Press the “RDM” button (23) while a disc is being played back to play all songs on the disc in a ran- dom order. The “RDM” indicator will come on and all songs on the disc will be played in a random order. To cancel the random mode, press the button again. Then the “RDM” indicator goes out, and normal playback mode is restored. B Scan When the “SCAN” button (19) is pressed while the disc is being played back, you can hear the first 10
seconds of each track to search for the desired pro- gram. To continue listening to the program, press the “SCAN” button again. After all tracks on the disc have been scanned, normal playback mode is re- stored. B How to unload CDs from the player

n Ejecting a CD from the player Of the discs loaded, you can select and remove only one disc. 1. Press the “DISC SELECT” button (26) of the disc

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whose “DISC” indicator is ON. 2. Press the “EJECT” button (22). Then the “DISC” indicator associated with the disc you have selected will blink, and the disc will be ejected. To remove more discs in succession, repeat Steps 1
and 2. n Ejecting all discs from the player (All disc

ejection mode)

1. If you continue to press the “EJECT” button (22), the player will produce beep sound and will enter the all disc ejection mode. 2. Remove the disc that has been ejected. The oth- er discs loaded will then be ejected one after anoth- er. If you do not remove the disc that has been ejected, the “All disc ejection mode” will be can- celed. NOTE Avoid driving the vehicle with a CD sticking out, because vibration might make it fall out.

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J Loading and unloading compact discs

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(1) Disc slot (2) Disc indicators (disc No.1 to 6) (3) Disc select buttons (disc No.1

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(4) Eject button (5) Disc slot indicator

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CAUTION

D Do not attempt to insert two or more discs into the slot at a time. Doing so can cause me- chanical damage to the CD changer. D Use only music CDs identified by a mark. D Do not use CDs listed below which could cause damage to the CD player. D 3-inch (8 cm) compact disc. D Any disc with a peel-off or seal on it. D Any disc with scratches and/or dust. D Bent disc. D Cleaning disc. D CD accessory. (E.g., 3-inch (8 cm) disc adapter)

D Do not insert or remove any disc when the automatic transmission selector lever is in the park position; the selector lever in that posi- tion can interfere with disc insertion or remov- al, causing scratches on the disc surface (for AT vehicles).

B To insert a disc 1. Press one of the “Disc select” buttons (3) (num- bered from 1 to 6) for which the disc indicator light (2) is “OFF”.

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The Disc indicator lights are located directly above the corresponding “Disc select” buttons. 2. The indicator will begin blinking. The blinking will last for 15 seconds. During this period, insert a desired disc, and the disc will begin to play. (If any disc is not inserted during this period, the “Disc slot” (1) door will close. Repeat step 1.) Be sure to hold a disc with the label side (the side where titles are printed) up. 3. To insert another disc, repeat step 1 and 2
choosing a different disc select button. B To insert six discs at a time 1. Press and hold the “Disc select” button number 1
until all disc indicators begin blinking (about 1.5 se- conds). 2. The indicators will blink for 15 seconds. During this period, insert desired six discs. 3. When all discs are loaded, the first disc will begin to play. (If no disc is inserted within this 15 seconds, the entire disc load sequence will be canceled.) B To remove a disc 1. Press the desired one of the “Disc select” buttons (3) (numbered from 1 to 6) for which the disc indica- tor light is on. 2. Press the “Eject button” (4). The selected disc

will be ejected and the indicator light will begin blinking. 3. To remove another disc, repeat step 1 and 2
choosing a different “Disc select” button. (To remove discs when the ignition switch is in the “Lock” position, press the “Eject” button, and the first disc will be ejected. Press the “Eject” button again, and the next disc will be ejected and so on. At this time, the “Disc select” buttons are disabled.) B To remove all discs at one time 1. Press and hold the “Eject” button (4) until all “Disc” indicators begin blinking (about 1.5 se- conds), and the first disc will be ejected. 2. When the disc is removed, the next one will be ejected, and so on. B To replace a playing disc with another Simply press the desired one of “Disc select” but- tons (3) (numbered from 1 to 6) or press the “DISC select” button on the radio unit to select the desired disc, and the disc will begin to play. B Disc indicators Lit: when the corresponding storage tray is occu- pied by a disc. Blinking: Disc player is either in loading, eject or changing mode.

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OFF: No disc is loaded or the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” position. n Open/Closed disc slot indicator When the disc slot is open, the disc indicators on both sides of the slot illuminate. B Function control Refer to CD changer control operating instructions described in the “Type B audio set” section.

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out. D Skipping may occur when the CD player is sub- jected to severe vibration (for example, when the ve- hicle is driven on a rough surface). D To remove a disc from the case, press the center of the case and hold both edges of the disc. If the disc surface is touched directly, contamination could cause poor tone quality. Do not touch the disc surface. D Use a clean disc whenever possible. If there are deposits, wipe the disc surface from the center out- ward with a dry, soft cloth. Be sure not to use a hard cloth, thinner, benzene, alcohol, etc. D Do not use any disc that is scratched, deformed, or cracked. Also, do not use any disc that has a non-standard shape (for example, a heart shape). Malfunctions or problems might result. D A disc is vulnerable to heat. Never keep it either in places exposed to direct sunlight, near heaters or in vehicles parked in the sun or hot days.

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Precautions to observe when han- dling a compact disc (CD)

Use only compact discs (CDs) that have the mark shown below. CD-RWs cannot be used. Also, some CD-Rs cannot be played.

D In cold and/or rainy weather, dew can form inside the CD player, preventing normal operation. If this happens, eject the CD and wait for the player to dry

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Glove box Center console Coin tray Cup holder

In instrument panel In center console

Accessory power outlet

Interior light Dome light Cargo area light (if equipped)

Map light (if equipped) Sun visors

Center visor Vanity mirror (if equipped)

Storage compartments

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Ashtray Floor mat (if equipped) Coat hook Cargo area cover (if equipped)

Using the cover To remove the cover To install the cover housing

Use with a cigarette lighter Using as an accessory power outlet

Cargo tie-down hooks (if equipped)

In the luggage compartment (if equipped)

Cigarette lighter socket

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Interior light

When leaving your vehicle, make sure the light goes out to avoid battery discharge.

J Dome light

inserted in the ignition switch. The light also can be turned on by use of the key- less entry transmitter. See the “Keyless entry sys- tem” in chapter 2 for detailed information. OFF: The light stays off.

J Cargo area light (if equipped)

The dome light switch has three positions: ON: The light stays on continuously. DOOR (middle position): The dome light comes on when any of the doors (or the rear gate on wagon) is opened. The light remains on for several seconds and gradually goes out after all doors (and the rear gate on the wagon) are closed or if the key is

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Map light (if equipped)

Sun visors

To turn on the spotlight, push the switch. To turn it off, push the switch again. When leaving the vehicle, make sure the light is turned off to avoid battery discharge.

To block out glare, swing down the visors. To use the sun visor at a side window, swing it down and move it sideways.

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J Center visor

J Vanity mirror (if equipped)

To block out glare, swing down the visor.

To use the vanity mirror, swing down the sun visor and open the vanity mirror cover.

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Storage compartments

J Glove box

CAUTION D Always keep the storage compartment closed while driving to reduce the risk of inju- ry in the event of sudden stops or an accident. D Do not store spray cans, containers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compartment.

1) Lock

2) Unlock

To open the glove compartment, pull the handle. To close it, push the lid firmly upward. To lock the glove compartment, insert the key and turn it clockwise.

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J Center console

J Coin tray

To open the lid, push the release button.

To open the coin tray, pull the upper edge of the lid.

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Cup holder

J In instrument panel

J In center console

To use the cup holder, push its front surface and pull it out completely.

CAUTION

The front passenger’s cup holder is built in the cen- ter console, beside the parking brake lever.

D When not in use, always keep the holder stored while driving to reduce the risk of inju- ry in the event of a sudden stop or an acci- dent. D Do not pick up a cup from the cup holder or put a cup in the holder while you are driving, as this may distract you and lead to an acci- dent.

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D Take care to avoid spills. Beverages, if hot, might burn you or your passengers. Spilled beverages may also damage upholstery, car- pets or audio equipment.

Accessory power outlet

J In the luggage compartment

(if equipped)

Electrical power (12V DC) from the battery is on tap at the socket when the ignition switch is either in the “ACC” or “ON” position. You can use an in-car use electrical appliance by connecting it to the accessory power outlet.

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CAUTION

Cigarette lighter socket

D Do not attempt to use a cigarette lighter in the accessory power outlet. D Do not place any foreign objects, especially metal ones such as coins or aluminum foil, into the accessory power outlet. That could cause a short circuit. Always put the cap on the accessory power outlet when it is not in use. D Use only electrical appliances which are designed for 12V DC and which consume less than 120W. Overloading the accessory power outlet can cause a short circuit. Do not use double adapters or more than one electrical appliance. D If the plug on your electric appliance is either too loose or too tight for the accessory power outlet, this can result in a poor contact or cause the plug to get stuck. Only use plugs that fit properly. D Use of an electric appliance in the acces- sory power outlet for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause bat- tery discharge.

The electrical power outlet located on the lower part of the instrument panel can be used as cigarette lighter socket. A cigarette lighter plug is an optional accessory. It is available from your SUBARU dealer. The cigarette lighter socket may also be used as a power source for an in-car use electrical appliance.

CAUTION

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lighter plug. Do not use non-genuine cigarette lighter plugs in the socket. Doing so may cause a short-circuit and overheating, result- ing in a fire. D If the socket is ever used for a plug-in ac- cessory such as a mobile phone, that may damage the portion of the socket’s internal mechanism that causes a cigarette lighter plug to “pop out” after its lighter element is heated. Therefore, do not place a cigarette lighter plug in a socket that has been used, even once, to power a plug-in accessory. Do- ing so may cause the plug to stick and over- heat, creating a potential fire hazard. D Do not place any foreign objects, especially metal ones such as coins or aluminum foil, into the socket. That could cause a short cir- cuit.

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J Use with a cigarette lighter

The cigarette lighter operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” and “ACC” positions. To use the cigarette lighter, push in the knob and wait a few moments. It will automatically spring up when ready for use.

WARNING

To avoid being burned, never grasp the lighter by the end with the heating element. Doing so could result in injury and could also damage the heating element.

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Do not hold the lighter pushed in, because it will overheat.

J Using as an accessory power outlet Electrical power (12V DC) from the battery is on tap at the socket when the ignition switch is either in the “ACC” or “ON” position. If you use the socket as an accessory power outlet, take the following precautions. When the socket is not in use, always put the cap on the socket to prevent any foreign object from enter- ing it.

CAUTION

D Use only in-car use electrical appliances which are designed for 12V DC and which consume less than 120W. Overloading the socket can cause a short circuit. Do not use double adapters or more than one electrical appliance. D If the plug on your electric appliance is ei- ther too loose or too tight for the socket, this can result in a poor contact or cause the plug

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to get stuck. Only use plugs that fit properly. D Use of an electric appliance in the socket for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause battery discharge. D Before driving your vehicle, make sure that the plug and the cord on your electrical ap- pliance will not interfere with your shifting gears and operating the accelerator and brake pedals. If they do, do not use the electrical ap- pliance while driving.

If the socket has been used for electrical ap- pliances, damage may have been done to the inter- nal mechanism that causes a cigarette lighter to “pop out” after its element has been heated. For that reason, a cigarette lighter, even if it is a genuine part, should not be used in the socket. If you want to use the socket for a cigarette lighter again, or to pro- tect your purchaser before you sell your car, have your SUBARU dealer replace the socket with a new one.

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CAUTION

Do not use ashtrays as waste receptacles or leave a lighted cigarette in an ashtray. This could cause a fire.

1) Push

2) Pull

To open the ashtray, pull the lid out. Fully close the ashtray after using it to help reduce residual smoke. To remove the ashtray for cleaning, open it and pull it out while pushing the inner plate down.

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Floor mat (if equipped)

A retaining pin is located on the driver’s side of the vehicle next to the fuel filler door release. The floor mat is secured using the built-in grommet, by placing the grommet over the pin and pushing downward.

CAUTION

Make sure the driver’s floor mat is placed back in its proper location and correctly se- cured on its retaining pin. If the floor mat slips forward and interferes with the movement of the pedals during driving, it could cause an accident.

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The cargo area cover is provided for covering the cargo area and to protect its contents from direct sunlight. This cover is detachable to make room for additional cargo.

J Using the cover

The coat hook is attached to the rear left passen- ger’s hand grip.

CAUTION

Never hang anything on the coat hook that might obstruct the driver’s view or that could cause injury in sudden stops or in a collision. And do not hang items on the coat hook that weigh 2.2 lbs (1 kg) or more.

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WARNING

Do not place anything on the extended cover. Putting excessive weight on the extended cover can break it and an object on the cover could tumble forward in the event of a sudden stop or collision. This could cause serious injury.

J To remove the cover 1. Rewind the cover.

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2. Pull either sleeve on the end of the cover housing to shorten the cover’s length. 3. Take it off the retainer.

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J To install the cover housing 1. Pull either sleeve on the end of the cover housing to shorten the cover’s length.

Cargo tie-down hooks (if equipped)

2. Insert the projections located on the both ends of the sleeve into the recesses of the retainers.

The cargo area is equipped with four tie-down hooks so that cargo can be secured with a cargo net or ropes. When using the tie-down hooks, turn them down out of the storing recesses. When not in use, put the hooks up into the storing recesses.

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The cargo tie-down hooks are designed only for securing light cargo. Never try to secure cargo that exceeds the capacity of the hooks. The maximum load capacity is 44 lbs (20 kg) per an hook.

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Under-floor storage compartment (if equipped)

The storage compartment is located under the floor of the cargo area and can be used to store small items. To open the lid, pull the tab up. Hang the hook provided on the under side of the lid on the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid open. NOTE When storing a flat tire, put the storage tray in the cargo area.

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CAUTION

D Always keep the lids closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sud- den stop or an accident. D Do not store spray cans, containers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compartment.

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Fuel requirements Fuel filler lid and cap

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State emission testing (U.S. only) Preparing to drive Starting the engine

Manual transmission vehicle Automatic transmission vehicle Starting the engine during cold weather below –4°F (–20°C) Starting a flooded engine

Stopping the engine Manual transmission

Shifting speeds Driving tips

Automatic transmission

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Selector lever for automatic transmission Shift lock release

Rear viscous limited slip differential

(LSD) (WRX) Power steering Braking

Braking tips Brake system Disc brake pad wear warning indicators

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ABS system self-check ABS warning light

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)

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Parking your vehicle

Cruise control (if equipped)

Parking brake Parking tips

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To set cruise control To temporarily cancel the cruise control To turn off the cruise control To change the cruising speed

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Fuel

CAUTION

Use of a fuel which is low in quality or use of an inappropriate fuel additive may cause en- gine damage.

J Fuel requirements B 2.5 Liter models The 2.5 Liter engine is designed to operate using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. B 2.0 Liter (turbo) models The 2.0 Liter turbo engine is designed to operate using premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. If premium unleaded gas- oline is not available, regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher may be tempo- rarily used. For optimum engine performance and driveability, it is recommended that you use pre- mium grade unleaded gasoline.

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B Fuel octane rating This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is com- monly referred to as the Anti Knock Index (AKI). Using a gasoline with a lower octane rating can cause persistent and heavy knocking, which can damage the engine. Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or when you accelerate. See your dealer or a qualified service technician if you use a fuel with the specified octane rating and your vehicle knocks heavily or persistently. B Unleaded gasoline The neck of the fuel filler pipe is designed to accept only an unleaded gasoline filler nozzle. Under no circumstances should leaded gasoline be used be- cause it will damage the emission control system and may impair driveability and fuel economy. B Gasoline for California-certified LEV Your vehicle was certified to California’s low emis- sion vehicle (LEV) standards as indicated on the underhood tune-up label. It is designed to optimize engine and emission performance with gasoline that meets the clean burning low-sulfur California gaso- line specifications. If you live in any other state than California, your vehicle will operate on gasoline

meeting Federal specifications. Gasoline sold out- side California is permitted to have higher sulfur lev- els, which may affect the performance of your ve- hicle’s catalytic converter and may produce a sulfur exhaust odor or smell. SUBARU recommends that you try a different brand of unleaded gasoline hav- ing lower sulfur to determine if the problem is fuel related before returning your vehicle to an autho- rized dealer for service. B Gasoline for cleaner air Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. This helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly, and is a way of doing your part for cleaner air. If you continuously use a high quality fuel with the proper detergent and other additives, you should never need to add any fuel system cleaning agents to your fuel tank. Many gasolines are now blended with materials called oxygenates. Use of these fuels can also help keep the air cleaner. Oxygenated blend fuels, such as MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl ether) or ethanol (ethyl or grain alcohol) may be used in your vehicle, but should contain no more than 15% MTBE or 10% ethanol for the proper operation of your SUBARU.

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In addition, some gasoline suppliers are now pro- ducing reformulated gasolines, which are designed to reduce vehicle emissions. SUBARU approves the use of reformulated gasoline. If you are not sure what the fuel contains, you should ask your service station operators if their gasolines contain detergents and oxygenates and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions. As additional guidance, only use fuels suited for your vehicle as explained below. D Fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rat- ing no lower than that specified in this manual. D Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) is sometimes mixed with unleaded gasoline. Methanol can be used in your vehicle ONLY if it does not exceed 5% of the fuel mixture AND if it is accompanied by suffi- cient quantities of the proper cosolvents and corro- sion inhibitors required to prevent damage to the fuel system. Do not use fuel containing methanol EXCEPT under these conditions. D If undesirable driveability problems are experi- enced and you suspect they may be fuel related, try a different brand of gasoline before seeking service at your SUBARU dealer. D Fuel system damage or driveability problems which result from the use of improper fuel are not

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1. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the lid release lever up.

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covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty.

CAUTION

Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Fuels containing alcohol may cause paint damage, which is not covered un- der the SUBARU Limited Warranty.

J Fuel filler lid and cap B Refueling

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spray out of the fuel filler neck especially in hot weather, which may cause injury.

3. Stop filling the tank after the fuel filler pump auto- matically stops. Do not add any more fuel. 4. Put the cap back on, turn it clockwise until you hear a clicking noise. Be certain not to catch the tether under the cap while tightening. 5. Close the fuel filler lid completely. If you spill any fuel on the painted surface, rinse it off immediately. Otherwise, the painted surface could be damaged. NOTE If the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks or if the tether is caught under the cap, the CHECK ENGINE warning light may come on. Re- fer to the “Warning and indicator lights” section located in chapter 3.

CAUTION

D Never add any cleaning agents to the fuel tank. The addition of a cleaning agent may cause damage to the fuel system. D Make sure that the cap is tightened until it clicks to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident.

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1) Open

2) Close

2. Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it slowly counterclockwise.

WARNING

D Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. Before refueling, always first stop the engine and make sure that there are no lighted cigarettes, open flames or electrical sparks in the adja- cent area. D When opening the cap, do not remove the cap quickly. Fuel may be under pressure and

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D Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Fuels may cause paint damage, which is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. D Always use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. If you use the wrong cap, it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emission control system might be damaged.

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State emission testing (U.S. only)

At state inspection time, remember to tell your inspection or service station in advance not to place your Subaru AWD vehicle on a two-wheel dynamometer. Otherwise, serious transmission damage will result. Some states have started using dynamometers in their state inspection programs in order to meet their obligation under federal law to implement stricter vehicle emission standards to reduce air pollution from cars. A dynamometer is a treadmill or roller-like testing device that allows your car’s wheels to turn while the car remains in one place. Depending on the severity of a state’s air pollution problems, the states must adopt either a “basic” or “enhanced” vehicle emission inspection test. Normally, a portion of the basic emission test consists of an emission inspector inserting an analyzer probe into the exhaust pipe of an idling vehicle for a short period of time. States with more severe air pollution prob- lems are required to adopt an enhanced vehicle emission test. This test simulates actual driving conditions on a dynamometer and permits more accurate measurement of tailpipe emitted pollution than the basic emission test. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

and states using two-wheel dynamometers in their emission testing programs have EXEMPTED Subaru AWD vehicles from the portion of the testing program that involves a two-wheel dynamometer. There are some states four-wheel dynamometers in their testing programs. When properly used, that equipment will not damage an AWD Subaru vehicle. Under no circumstances should the rear wheels be jacked off the ground, nor should the driveshaft be disconnected for state emission testing.

that use

WARNING

Testing of an All-Wheel Drive vehicle must NEVER be performed on a single two-wheel dynamometer. Attempting to do so will result in uncontrolled vehicle movement and may cause an accident or injuries to persons nearby.

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CAUTION

Resultant vehicle damage due to improper testing is not covered under the SUBARU Lim- ited Warranty and is the responsibility of the state inspection program or its contractors or licensees.

The EPA has issued regulations for inspecting the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) system as part of the state emissions inspection. The OBD system is de- signed to detect engine and transmission problems that might cause vehicle emissions to exceed allow- able limits. These inspections apply to all 1996 mod- el year and newer passenger cars and light trucks. Several states plus the District of Columbia have opted to start the OBD system inspection prior to the required EPA regulation effective date of January 1, 2002. Other states will add OBD system inspec- tion in 2002. D The inspection of the OBD system consists of a visual operational check of the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and an examination of the OBD system with an electron- ic scan tool while the engine is running. D A vehicle passes the OBD system inspection if proper the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL illu- – CONTINUED – 7-7

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You should perform the following checks and adjust- ments every day before you start driving. 1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and lights are clean and unobstructed. 2. Check the appearance and condition of the tires. Also check tires for proper inflation. 3. Look under the vehicle for any sign of leaks. 4. Check that the hood, trunk and rear gate are fully closed. 5. Check the adjustment of the seat. 6. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors. 7. Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your passen- gers have fastened their seatbelts. 8. Check the operation of the warning and indicator lights when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. 9. Check the gauges, indicator and warning lights after starting the engine. NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid and other fluid levels should be checked daily, weekly or at fuel stops.

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mination is observed, there is no stored diagnostic trouble codes, and the OBD system readiness moni- tors are complete. D A vehicle fails the OBD inspection if the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL is not properly operating or there is one or more diagnostic trouble codes stored in vehicle’s computer with the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL illuminated. D A state emission inspection may reject (not pass or fail) a vehicle if the number of OBD system readi- ness monitors “Not Ready” is greater than three. Under this condition, the vehicle operator should be instructed to drive his/her vehicle for a few days to set the monitors and return for an emission re-in- spection. D Owners of rejected or failing vehicles should con- tact their Subaru Dealer for service.

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CAUTION

Do not operate the starter motor continuously for more than ten seconds. If the engine fails to start after operating the starter for five to ten seconds, wait for ten seconds or more be- fore trying again.

J Manual transmission vehicle 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. Press the clutch pedal to the floor and shift the shift lever into neutral. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor while starting the engine. The starter motor will only operate when the clutch pedal is pressed fully to the floor. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position and check the operation of the warning and indicator lights. Refer to the “Warning and indicator light” sec- tion (chapter 3). 5. Turn the ignition switch to the “START” position without depressing the accelerator pedal. Release the key immediately after the engine has started.

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If the engine does not start within ten seconds, wait a while and then turn the ignition switch to the “START” position again while depressing the accel- erator pedal half way down. 6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have gone off after the engine has started. The fuel injec- tion system automatically lowers the idle speed as the engine warms up.

J Automatic transmission vehicle 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. Shift the selector lever to the “P” or “N” position (preferably “P” position). The starter motor will only operate when the select lever is at the “P” or “N” position. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position and check the operation of the warning and indicator lights. Refer to the “Warning and indicator lights” section (chapter 3). 5. Turn the ignition switch to the “START” position without depressing the accelerator pedal. Release the key immediately after the engine has started. If the engine does not start within ten seconds, wait a while and then turn the ignition switch to the “START” position again while depressing the accel-

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erator pedal half way down. 6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have gone out after the engine has started. The fuel injec- tion system automatically lowers the idle speed as the engine warms up. While the engine is warming up, make sure that the selector lever is at the “P” or “N” position and that the parking brake is applied.

J Starting a flooded engine If the engine does not start, it may be flooded (ex- cessive fuel in the engine). In case of a flooded engine, turn the starter motor for five seconds with the accelerator pedal fully de- pressed. Repeat this two or three times until the en- gine starts. Release the ignition switch and acceler- ator pedal as soon as the engine starts.

CAUTION

If you restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift the selector lever into the “N” position. Do not attempt to place the selector lever of a moving vehicle into the “P” posi- tion.

J Starting the engine during cold

weather below –4°F (–20°C)

If the engine is difficult to start using the normal method (without depressing the accelerator pedal), turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while slightly depressing the accelerator pedal.

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Stopping the engine

Manual transmission

The ignition switch should be turned off only when the engine is idling.

The manual transmission is a fully synchromeshed 5-forward and 1-reverse speed transmission.

WARNING

Do not stop the engine when the vehicle is moving. This will cause loss of power to the power steering and the brake booster, making steering and braking more difficult. It could also result in accidental activation of the “LOCK” position on the ignition switch, caus- ing the steering wheel to lock.

The shift pattern is shown on the shift lever knob. When shifting from 5th gear to reverse gear, first re- turn the shift lever to the neutral position then shift into reverse gear. To change gears, fully depress the clutch pedal, move the shift lever, and gradually let up on the clutch pedal. If it is difficult to shift into gear, put the transmission

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1st to 2nd

2nd to 3rd

3rd to 4th

4th to 5th

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15 (24)

25 (40)

40 (65)

45 (73)

B Maximum allowable speeds The following table shows the maximum speeds that are possible with each different gear. Never exceed the speed limit below for each gear position except for brief acceleration in an emergen- cy. The tachometer’s needle (if so equipped) will en- ter the red area if these speeds are exceeded. Fail- ure to observe this precaution can lead to excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy.

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in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again.

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(i.e., when

Do not drive the vehicle with the clutch disen- gaged is depressed) or with the shift lever in the neu- tral position. Engine braking has no effect in either of these conditions and the risk of an accident is consequently increased.

the clutch pedal

CAUTION

Shift into reverse ONLY when the vehicle has completely stopped. It may cause damage to the transmission to try shifting into reverse when the vehicle is moving.

J Shifting speeds B Recommended shifting speeds The best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle performance during normal driving is en- sured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the fol- lowing table.

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1st

2nd

3rd

RS

29 (46)

48 (77)

68 (110)

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28 (45)

47 (75)

66 (106)

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WARNING

When shifting down a gear, ensure that the vehicle is not travelling at a speed exceeding the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear which is about to be selected. Failure to observe this precaution can lead to engine over-revving and this in turn can result in engine damage. In addition, sudden application of engine brakes when the vehicle is travelling on a slip- pery surface can lead to wheel locking; as a consequence, control of the vehicle may be lost and the risk of an accident increased.

J Driving tips Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch ped- al and do not use the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill on an upgrade. Either of those actions may cause clutch damage. Do not drive with your hand resting on the shift lever. This may cause wear on the transmission compo- nents. When it is necessary to reduce vehicle speed due to slow traffic, turning corners, or driving up steep hills, downshift to a lower gear before the engine starts to – CONTINUED – 7-13

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The automatic transmission is electronically con- trolled with 4-forward speeds and 1-reverse speed. NOTE Immediately after a disconnected battery is re- connected or ATF (automatic transmission fluid) is replaced, you may feel that the automatic transmission operation is somewhat unusual. This results from erasure or invalidation of data the on-board computer has collected and stored in memory to allow the transmission to shift at the most appropriate times for the current condi- tion of your vehicle. Optimized shifting will be re- stored as the vehicle continues to be driven for a while.

WARNING

Do not shift from the “P” or “N” position into the “D”, “3”, “2”, “1” or “R” position while de- pressing the accelerator pedal. This may cause the vehicle to jump forward or back- ward.

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labor. On steep downgrades, downshift the transmission to 4th, 3rd or 2nd gear as necessary; this helps to maintain a safe speed and to extend brake pad life. In this way, the engine provides a braking effect. Re- member, if you “ride” (over use) the brakes while de- scending a hill, they may overheat and not work properly. The engine may, on rare occasions, knock when the vehicle rapidly accelerates or rapidly pulls away from a standstill. This phenomenon does not indi- cate a fault.

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D Shift into the “P” or “R” position only after the vehicle is completely stopped. Shifting while the vehicle is moving may cause dam- age to the transmission. D Do not race the engine for more than five seconds in any position except the “N” or “P” position when the brake is set or the tires are on blocks. This may cause the automatic transmission fluid to overheat. D Avoid shifting from one of the forward driv- ing positions into the “R” position or vice versa until the vehicle has completely stopped. Such shifting may cause damage to the transmission.

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A shift interlock function is employed in the automat- ic transmission system to ensure safe starting of the vehicle. To shift the selector lever from the “P” to the any oth- er position, you have to depress the brake pedal ful- ly when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. This prevents the vehicle from lurching when it is started. If the shift lever does not move from the “P” position with the brake pedal depressed, refer to the “Shift lock release” section in this chapter. B R (Reverse) This position is for backing the vehicle. To shift from the “N” to “R” position, first stop the ve- hicle completely then move the lever to the “R” posi- tion. B N (Neutral) This position is for restarting a stalled engine. In this position the wheels and transmission are not locked. In this position, the transmission is neutral; the vehicle will roll freely, even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or foot brake is on.

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With the brake pedal depressed, move the lever along the gate. Move the lever along the gate.

The selector lever has seven positions. B P (Park) This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine. In this position, the transmission is mechanically locked to prevent the vehicle from rolling freely. When you park the vehicle, first set the parking brake fully, then shift into the “P” position. Do not hold the vehicle with only the transmission.

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Do not drive the vehicle with the selector lever in the “N” (neutral) position. Engine braking has no effect in this condition and the risk of an accident is consequently increased.

B D (Drive) This position is for normal driving. The transmission automatically shifts into a suitable gear from 1st to 4th according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you require. When more acceleration is required in this position, press the accelerator pedal fully to the floor and hold that position. The transmission will automatical- ly downshift to 3rd, 2nd or 1st gear. When you re- lease the pedal, the transmission will return to the original gear position. n While climbing a grade When driving up hill, undesired upshift to 4th gear is prevented from taking place when the accelerator pedal is released. This minimizes the chances of subsequent downshifting to a lower gear when ac- celerating again. This prevents repeated upshifting and downshifting resulting in a smoother operation

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of the vehicle. NOTE The transmission may downshift to 2nd or 1st gear, depending on the way the accelerator pedal is pressed to accelerate the vehicle again. n While going down a hill When descending a steep hill, depressing the brake pedal will cause the transmission to downshift to 3rd gear, thus applying engine braking. Reacceleration for a short time will cause the transmission to upshift normally. NOTE In some cases, depressing the brake pedal on a downhill grade does not result in an automatic downshift to 3rd gear. This can happen when the automatic transmission fluid temperature is very low, for example, during driving shortly after the vehicle has been parked for an extended period of time. When the ATF temperature has risen to a certain level, automatic downshift normally takes place. In the meantime, downshift manually for engine braking as required. Also, downshifting when braking downhill will not occur at speeds above approximately 48 mph (78 km/h).

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B Maximum speeds The following tables show the maximum speeds that are possible with each different gear. The tachome- ter’s needle will enter the red area if these speeds are exceeded. When shifting down a gear, it is important to confirm that the current vehicle speed is not in excess of the Maximum Allowable Speed of the gear which is about to be selected. Exceeding the Maximum Allowable Speeds will result in over-revving of the engine. In addition a powerful engine brake will engage and control of the vehicle may be lost.

mph (km/h)

2.5 liter models

TS, OUTBACK

SPORT

2.0 liter turbo

models WRX

35 (56)

64 (103)

38 (60)

71 (115)

101 (162)

112 (180)

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29 (47)

58 (93)

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B 3 (Third) This position is for using engine braking when going down a hill or for climbing a grade. The transmission automatically shifts into a suitable gear from 1st to 3rd according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you require. When more acceleration is required in this position, press the accelerator pedal fully to the floor and hold that position. The transmission will automatical- ly downshift to 2nd or 1st gear. When you release the pedal, the transmission will return to the original gear position. B 2 (Second) This position is for using engine braking when going down a hill or for climbing a steep grade. In this position, the transmission holds in the 2nd gear. Use this position when starting off from a standstill on slippery road surfaces such as mud or snow. It will ensure greater traction. B 1 (First) This position is for driving up or down very steep grades, or driving through mud or sand, or on slip- pery surfaces. In this position, the transmission holds in the 1st gear.

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NOTE In order to prevent over-revving during decelera- tion of the vehicle, the transmission will remain in the current gear if the speed of the vehicle is in excess of the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear to which the selector lever has been moved.

WARNING

When shifting down a gear, ensure that the vehicle is not travelling at a speed exceeding the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear which is about to be selected. Failure to observe this precaution can lead to engine over-revving and this in turn can result in engine damage. In addition, sudden application of engine brakes when the vehicle is travelling on a slip- pery surface can lead to wheel locking; as a consequence, control of the vehicle may be lost and the risk of an accident increased.

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B Driving tips D Always apply the foot or parking brake when the vehicle is stopped in the “D”, “3”, “2”, “1” or “R” position. D Always set the parking brake when parking your vehicle. Do not hold the vehicle with only the trans- mission. D Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary position on an uphill grade by using the “D”, “3”, “2”, or “1” position. Use the brake instead. The engine may, on rare occasions, knock when the vehicle rapidly accelerates or rapidly pulls away from a standstill. This phenomenon does not indi- cate a fault.

J Shift lock release If the selector lever does not move from the “P” posi- tion with the brake pedal depressed and the ignition switch in the “ON” position, perform the following steps: To override the shift lock: 1. Set the parking brake and stop the engine. 2. Take out the screwdriver from the tool bag. 3. Remove the cover by prying on the edge with the regular screwdriver.

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5. Push down on the screwdriver and move the se- lector lever from the “P” to the “N” position. 6. Remove the screwdriver from the hole. Depress the brake pedal and start the engine. Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer im- mediately to have the system repaired.

4. Insert the screwdriver into the hole.

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Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (WRX)

The LSD provides optimum distribution of power ac- cording to the difference in revolutions between the right and left rear wheels that may be caused by certain driving conditions, thereby improving driving stability on snow-covered, muddy or other slippery roads.

CAUTION

D Never start the engine while a tire on one side is jacked up, as the vehicle may move. D If one rear tire is spinning in mud, avoid continued spinning at high speed as this could adversely affect the LSD. D If a different size rear tire is temporarily used (as in an emergency), it will adversely af- fect the LSD. Always replace it with a regular size tire as soon as possible.

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Power steering

The power steering system operates only when the engine is running. If you lose power steering assist because the en- gine stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort. NOTE Right after the engine has been started and be- fore it has warmed up, you may hear a noise coming from areas adjacent to the power steer- ing pump which is located at the right-front area of the engine compartment. This noise is normal. It does not indicate power steering system trouble.

CAUTION

Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or right for more than five seconds. This may damage the power steer- ing pump.

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Braking

J Braking tips

WARNING

Never rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. This can cause dangerous overheat- ing of the brakes and needless wear on the brake pads and linings.

B When the brakes get wet When driving in rain or after washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a result, brake stopping dis- tance will be longer. To dry the brakes, drive the ve- hicle at a safe speed while lightly depressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes. B Use of engine braking Remember to make use of engine braking in addi- tion to foot braking. When descending a grade, if only the foot brake is used, the brakes may start working improperly because of brake fluid overheat- ing, caused by overheated brake pads. To help pre- vent this, shift into a lower gear to get stronger engine braking.

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B Braking when a tire is punctured Do not depress the brake pedal suddenly when a tire is punctured. This could cause a loss of control of the vehicle. Keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place.

J Brake system B Two separate circuits Your vehicle has two separate circuit brake systems. Each circuit works diagonally across the vehicle. If one circuit of the brake system should fail, the other half of the system still works. If one circuit fails, the brake pedal will go down much closer to the floor than usual and you will need to press it down much harder. And a much longer distance will be needed to stop the vehicle. B Brake booster The brake booster uses engine manifold vacuum to assist braking force. Do not turn off the engine while driving because that will turn off the brake booster, resulting in poor braking power. The brakes will continue to work even when the brake booster completely stops functioning. If this happens, however, you will have to push the pedal

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much harder than normal and the braking distance will increase.

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)

J Disc brake pad wear warning indica-

tors

The disc brake pad wear warning indicators on the disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn. If a squeaking or scraping noise is heard from the disc brakes while braking, immediately have your vehicle checked by your SUBARU dealer.

The ABS system prevents the lock-up of wheels which may occur during sudden braking or braking on slippery road surfaces. This helps prevent the loss of steering control and directional stability caused by wheel lock-up. When the ABS system is operating, you may hear a chattering noise or feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal when the ABS operates. The ABS system will not operate when the vehicle speed is below approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).

WARNING

Always use the utmost care in driving – over- confidence because you are driving with an ABS equipped vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident.

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CAUTION

J ABS warning light

D The ABS system does not always decrease stopping distance. You should always main- tain a safe following distance from other ve- hicles. D When driving on badly surfaced roads, grav- el roads, icy roads, or over deep newly fallen snow, stopping distances may be longer for a vehicle with the ABS system than one without. When driving under these conditions, there- fore, reduce your speed and leave ample dis- tance from other vehicles. D When you feel the ABS system operating, you should maintain constant brake pedal pressure. Do not pump the brake pedal since doing so may defeat the operation of the ABS system.

J ABS system self-check You may feel a slight shock in the brake pedal and hear the operating sound of ABS from the engine compartment just after the vehicle is started. This is caused by an automatic functional test of the ABS system being carried out and does not indicate any abnormal condition.

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The ABS warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after about two seconds. This is an indication that the ABS system is working properly. When driving with an insufficient battery voltage such as when the engine is jump started, the ABS warning light may come on. This is due to the low battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction. When the battery becomes fully charged, the light will go out.

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