2008 Subaru Impreza Owners Manual

The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are 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 a lesser side impact. Also, it is basically not designed to deploy in frontal or rear impacts because SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deployment would not help the occupant in those situations. Each SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are designed to function on a one- time-only basis.

SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deployment depend on the level of force experienced in the passenger compart- ment 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.

! Example of the type of accident in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag will most likely de- ploy.

A severe side impact near the front seat activates the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag.

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! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag and SRS

curtain airbag are unlikely to deploy.

1)

2)

3)

4)

5)

The vehicle is involved in an oblique side-on impact. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment. The vehicle strikes a telephone pole or similar object. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact from a motorcycle. The vehicle rolls onto its side or roof.

There are many types of collisions which might not necessarily require SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deploy- ment. In the event of accidents like those illustrated, the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag may not deploy depending on the level of accident forces involved.

! Examples of the types of accidents

in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag will basically not deploy.

2)

The vehicle is struck from behind.

The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are basically not designed to deploy if the vehicle is involved in a frontal collision or is struck from behind. Exam- ples of such accidents are illustrated.

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and SRS curtain airbag are activated on the first impact, they will not be activated on the second.

& SRS airbag system monitors

Turbo models

First impact

1) 2) Second impact A) SRS curtain airbag B) SRS side airbag

In an accident where the vehicle is struck from the side more than once, the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deploy only once on the first impact.

Example: In the case of a double side impact collision, first with one vehicle and immediately followed by another from the same direction, once the SRS side airbag

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The vehicle is involved in frontal collision with another vehicle (moving or station- ary).

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Non-turbo models

A diagnostic system continually monitors the readiness of the SRS airbag system (including front seatbelt pretensioners) while the vehicle is being driven. The SRS airbag system warning light “AIR- BAG” will show normal system operation by lighting for approximately 6 seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

The following components are monitored by the indicator: . Front sub sensor (right-hand side) . Front sub sensor (left-hand side) . Airbag control module (including im- pact sensors) . Frontal airbag module (driver’s side) . Frontal airbag module (front passen-

(rear wheel

(rear wheel

ger’s side) . Side airbag sensor (center pillar right- hand side) . Side airbag sensor (center pillar left- hand side) . Side airbag module (driver’s side) . Side airbag module (front passenger’s side) . Curtain airbag sensor house right-hand side) . Curtain airbag sensor house left-hand side) . Curtain airbag module (right side) . Curtain airbag module (left side) . Satellite safing sensor (under the rear center seat) . Seatbelt pretensioner (driver’s side) . Seatbelt pretensioner ger’s side) . Seatbelt buckle switch (front passen- ger’s side) . Front passenger’s seatbelt sensor . Front passenger’s occupant detection system weight sensor . Front passenger’s occupant detection control module . Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicator . All related wiring

(front passen-

tension

WARNING

If the warning light exhibits any of the following conditions, there may be a malfunction in the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbag system. Immediately take your vehi- cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and properly repaired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbag will not operate properly in the event of a collision, which may increase the risk of injury. . Flashing or flickering of the warn-

ing light

. No illumination of

the warning light when the ignition switch is first turned to the “ON” position the

. Continuous illumination of

warning light

. Illumination of the warning light

while driving

& SRS airbag system servicing

WARNING

. When discarding an airbag mod- ule or scrapping the entire vehi- cle damaged by a collision, con- sult your SUBARU dealer.

. 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 result in accidental inflation of the SRS airbag or could make the system inopera- tive, which may result in serious injury.

CAUTION

If you need service or repair in areas indicated in the following list, have an authorized SUBARU dealer per- form the work. The SRS airbag control module, impact sensors and airbag modules are stored in these areas.

. Under the center console . On both the right and left sides at

the front of the vehicle

. Steering wheel and column and

nearby areas

. Top of the dashboard on front passenger’s side and nearby areas

. Each front seat and nearby area . Inside each center pillar . In each roof side (from the front pillar to a point over the rear seat) . Between the rear seat cushion and rear wheel house on each side

. Under the rear center seat

In the event that the SRS airbag is deployed, replacement of the system should be performed only by an author- ized SUBARU dealer. When the compo- nents of the SRS airbag system are replaced, use only genuine SUBARU parts. NOTE In the following cases, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . The front part of the vehicle was involved in an accident in which only

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the driver’s SRS frontal airbag or both driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags did not deploy. . The pad of the steering wheel, the cover over the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag, or either roof side (from the front pillar to a point over the rear seat) is scratched, cracked, or other- wise damaged. . Center pillar, rear wheel house or rear sub frame, or an area near these parts, was involved in an accident in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag did not deploy. . The fabric or leather of either front seatback is cut, frayed, or otherwise damaged.

& Precautions against vehicle

modification

WARNING

. To avoid accidental activation of the system or rendering the sys- tem inoperative, which may re- sult in serious injury, no modifi- cations should be made to any components or wiring of the SRS airbag system. This includes following modifica- tions:

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. Installation of custom steering

wheels

. Attachment of additional trim

materials to the dashboard . Installation of custom seats . Replacement of seat fabric or

leather

. Installation of additional fabric

or leather on the front seat

. Attachment of a hands-free microphone or any other ac- cessory to a front pillar, a center pillar, a rear pillar, the windshield, a side window, an assist grip, or any other cabin surface that would be near a deploying SRS curtain airbag. . Installation of additional elec- trical/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 interfere with prop- er operation of the SRS airbag system.

CAUTION

Do not perform any of the following modifications. Such modifications can interfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system. . Attachment of any equipment (bush bar, winches, snow plow, skid plate, etc.) other than genu- ine SUBARU accessory parts to the front end.

. Modification of

the suspension

system or front end structure.

. Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the tires specified on the vehicle placard attached to the driver’s door pillar or specified for indivi- dual vehicle models in this Own- er’s Manual.

. Attachment of any equipment (side steps or side sill protectors, etc.) other than genuine SUBARU accessory parts to the side body.

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

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Keys ..................................................................... 2-2
Key number plate................................................ 2-2
Immobilizer .......................................................... 2-3
Security ID plate.................................................. 2-3
Security indicator light ........................................ 2-4
Key replacement ................................................. 2-4
Door locks ........................................................... 2-4
Locking and unlocking from the outside .............. 2-5
Locking and unlocking from the inside ................ 2-5
Battery drainage prevention function ................... 2-6
Power door locking switches............................. 2-6
Key lock-in prevention function ........................... 2-7
Remote keyless entry system ............................ 2-8
Locking the doors ............................................... 2-8
Unlocking the doors ............................................ 2-9
Unlocking the trunk lid/rear gate.......................... 2-9
Illuminated entry ................................................. 2-9
Vehicle finder function......................................... 2-9
Sounding a panic alarm....................................... 2-9
Selecting audible signal operation ....................... Replacing the battery ......................................... 2-10
Replacing lost transmitters ................................. 2-10

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Alarm system ..................................................... System operation............................................... Activating and deactivating the alarm system ..... If you have accidentally triggered the alarm

system ............................................................ Arming the system ............................................ Disarming the system ........................................ Valet mode ........................................................ Passive arming.................................................. Tripped sensor identification .............................. Shock sensors (dealer option)............................ Child safety locks .............................................. Windows............................................................. Power windows ................................................. Trunk lid (4-door) ............................................... To open and close the trunk lid from outside...... To open the trunk lid from inside........................ To lock and unlock the trunk lid release

lever................................................................ Internal trunk lid release handle ......................... Rear gate (5-door)..............................................

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Keys

1) Master key (Black) 2) Submaster key (Black) 3) Valet key (Gray) 4) Key number plate 5) Security ID 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. . Ignition switch . Driver’s door . Trunk lid release lever (4-door) . Glove box

The valet key fits only the ignition switch

and driver’s door lock. You can keep the trunk and glove box locked when you leave your vehicle and valet key at a parking facility.

CAUTION

Do not attach a large key holder or key case to either key. If it bangs against your knees while you are driving, it could turn the ignition switch from the ON position to the Acc or OFF position, thereby stop- ping the engine.

& Key number plate The key number is stamped on the key number 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.

Immobilizer

The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from starting the engine. Only keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system can be used to operate your vehicle. Even if an unregistered key fits into the ignition switch and can be turned to the “START” position, the engine will automatically stop after several seconds.

If

the transponder

Each immobilizer key contains a trans- in which the key’s ID code is ponder stored. When a key is inserted into the ignition switch and turned to the “ON” position, transmits the key’s ID code to the immobilizer system’s receiver. the transmitted ID code matches the ID code registered in the immobilizer system, the system allows the engine to be started. Since the ID code is transmitted and acted upon almost in- stantly, the immobilizer system does not impede normal starting of the engine. If the engine fails to start, pull out the key once before trying again. Refer to the “Ignition switch” section in chapter 3.

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

inter- device may not cause harmful this device must ference, and (2) accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip- ment. NOTE To protect your vehicle from theft, please pay close attention to the fol- lowing security precautions: . Never leave your vehicle unattended with its keys inside. . Before leaving your vehicle, close all windows and lock the doors and rear gate. . Do not leave spare keys or any record of your key number in the vehicle.

CAUTION

. Do not place the key under direct sunlight or anywhere it may become hot.

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. Do not get the key wet. If the key gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.

& Security indicator light

& Security ID plate

1) Key number plate 2) Security ID plate

The security ID is stamped on the security ID plate attached to the key set. Write down the security ID and keep it in another safe place, not in the vehicle. This number is needed to make a replace- ment key if you lose your key or lock it inside the vehicle. This number is also needed for replace- ment or repair of the engine control unit, integrated unit, and combination meter.

Turbo models

Non-turbo models

The security indicator light deters potential

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

In case an unauthorized key is used (e.g. an imitation key), the security indicator light comes on. NOTE the security indicator light Even if flashes irregularly or its fuse blows (the light does not flash if its fuse is blown), the immobilizer system will function normally.

& Key replacement Your key number plate and security ID plate will be required if you ever need a replacement key made. Any new key must be registered for use with your vehicle’s immobilizer system before it can be used. Up to four keys can be registered for use with one vehicle. For security, all the keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system will have their ID codes erased and re- registered when a new key is made. Therefore, all of your vehicle’s keys must be presented when a new key is regis- tered. Any key that is not re-registered when a new key is made cannot be used after the other keys are re-registered. For information on replacement keys and on the registration of keys with your immo- bilizer system, contact your SUBARU dealer. NOTE A vehicle that is equipped with the remote engine start system as a dealer option can register up to three keys for use with one vehicle.

Door locks & Locking and unlocking from

the outside

To lock the driver’s 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.

doors from the outside without the key. & Locking and unlocking from

the inside

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 5-door) are locked at the same time.

Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate (for 5-door) are locked before leaving your vehicle. NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle when locking the

Lock

1) 2) Unlock

To lock the door from the inside, rotate the lock lever rearward. To unlock the door from the inside, rotate the lock lever forward.

The red mark on the lock lever appears when the door is unlocked.

Pull the inside door handle to open an unlocked door.

Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate (for 5-door) are closed before starting to drive.

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WARNING

Keep all doors locked when you drive, especially when small chil- dren 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 acciden- tally opened, and intruders from unexpectedly opening doors and entering your vehicle.

& Battery drainage prevention

function

When a door or the rear gate (5-door) is not completely closed and the dome light, ignition switch light, and door open warn- ing light remain illuminated as a result, the lights are automatically turned off by the battery drainage prevention function after 10 minutes of illumination to prevent the battery from going dead. The operational/ non-operational setting of this function can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Con- tact the nearest SUBARU dealer if you would like to change the setting.

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NOTE . When leaving the vehicle, please make sure that all doors and the rear gate (5-door) are completely closed. . The battery drainage prevention function does not operate while the key is in the ignition switch.

Power door locking switches

doors from the outside using the power door locking switches.

& Key lock-in prevention func-

tion

This function prevents the doors from being locked with the key still in the ignition switch. ! Behavior with key lock-in preven-

tion function operational

With the driver’s door open, the doors are automatically kept unlocked even if the door locking switch is pushed to the front (“LOCK”) position. ! Behavior with key lock-in preven-

tion function non-operational

. If the lock lever is turned to the rear (“LOCK”) position with the driver’s door open and the driver’s door is then closed with the lock lever in that position, the driver’s door is locked. . If driver’s door vehicle, the door is locked.

the spare key is used to lock the the

from the outside of

This function’s operative/non-operative setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU dealer for details.

Lock

1) 2) Unlock

All doors and the rear gate (for 5-door) can be locked and unlocked by the power door the driver’s locking switches located at side and the front passenger’s side doors.

To lock the doors, push the front side of the switch. To unlock the doors, push the rear side of the switch.

When you close the doors after you set the door locks, the doors remain locked. NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle before locking the

NOTE When leaving the vehicle, make sure you are holding the key before locking the doors.

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Remote keyless entry system

vehicle.

CAUTION

. Do not expose the transmitter to severe shocks, such as those experienced as a result of drop- ping or throwing.

. Do not take the transmitter apart except when replacing the bat- tery.

. Do not get the transmitter wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.

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 inter- this device must ference, and (2) accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip- ment.

Two transmitters are provided for your

The keyless entry system has the follow- ing functions. . Locking and unlocking the doors (and rear gate on the 5-door) without a key . Locking and unlocking the doors (and trunk lid on the 4-door) without a key . Unlocking the rear gate on the 5-door without a key . Unlocking the trunk lid on the 4-door without a key . Sounding a panic alarm . Arming and disarming the alarm sys- tem. For detailed information, refer to the “Alarm system” section in this chapter.

The operable distance of the keyless entry system is approximately 30 feet (10
meters). However, this distance will vary depending on environmental conditions. The system’s operable distance will be shorter in areas near a facility or electronic equipment emitting strong radio waves such as a power plant, broadcast station, TV tower, or remote controller of home electronic appliances.

The keyless entry system does not oper- ate when the key is inserted in the ignition switch.

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& Locking the doors

& Unlocking the doors

: Trunk lid/rear gate unlock button : Unlock/disarm button

: Lock/arm button

A: Panic button 1) Front 2) Back

Press the “ ” button to lock all doors and rear gate (5-door). An electronic chirp will sound once and the turn signal lights will flash once. If any of the doors (or the rear gate/trunk lid) is not fully closed, an electronic chirp will sound five times and the turn signal lights will flash five times to alert you that the doors (or the rear gate/trunk lid) are not properly closed. When you close the door, it will automatically lock and then an electronic chirp will sound once and the turn signal lights will flash once.

Press the “ ” button to unlock the driver’s door. An electronic chirp will sound twice and the turn signal lights will flash twice. To unlock all doors and the rear gate (5- door), briefly press the “ ” button a second time within 5 seconds. NOTE If the interval between the first and second presses of the “ ” button (for unlocking of all of the doors and the rear gate) is extremely short, the sys- tem may not respond.

& Unlocking the trunk lid/rear

gate

! 4-door ” The trunk lid unlocks when the “ button is pressed continuously for at least 2 seconds. An electronic chirp will sound twice and the turn signal lights will flash twice. ! 5-door Pressing the “ gate. An electronic chirp will sound twice and the turn signal lights will flash twice.

” button opens the rear

& Illuminated entry The interior when the “

(dome) illuminate ” button is pressed. This light

light will

stays illuminated for approximately 30
seconds if any of the doors or the rear gate (5-door) is not opened. the “ ” button is pressed before 30
If seconds have elapsed, this light will go out. The interior light must be set to the middle position in order for this function to operate. A SUBARU dealer can change the illumi- nation period setting of the interior light in accordance with your preference. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for details.

& Vehicle finder function Use this function to find your vehicle parked among many vehicles in a large parking lot. Provided you are within 30 feet (10 meters) of the vehicle, pressing the “ ” button three times in a 5-second period will cause your vehicle’s horn to sound once and its turn signal lights to flash three times. NOTE If the interval between presses is too short when you press the “ ” button three times, the system may not re- spond to the signals from the remote transmitter.

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& Sounding a panic alarm

A “PANIC” button is located on the back of the transmitter. To activate the alarm, press the “PANIC” button once. The horn will sound and the turn signal lights will flash. To deactivate the panic alarm, press any button on the remote transmitter. Unless a button on the remote is pressed, the alarm will be deactivated after approximately 30
seconds.

& Selecting audible signal op-

eration

Using an electronic chirp, the system will give you an audible signal when the doors lock and unlock. If desired, you may turn

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in the driver’s seat and shut all

the audible signal off. Do the following to deactivate the audible signal. You can also use the same steps to restore the function. 1. Sit doors and the rear gate. 2. Hold down the UNLOCK side of the power door locking switch. 3. While holding down the “UNLOCK” side of the power door locking switch, pull the key out and re-insert it into the ignition switch at least 6 times within 10 seconds after Step 2. 4. Open and close the driver’s door once within 10 seconds after Step 3. 5. The turn signal lights flash 3 times to indicate completion of the setting.

You may have the above settings done by your SUBARU dealer. & Replacing the battery

CAUTION

Do not let dust, oil or water get on or in the transmitter when replacing the battery.

When the transmitter battery begins to get weak, range will begin to decrease. Replace the battery as soon

transmitter

as possible. To replace the battery:

1. Open the transmitter case using a flat- head screwdriver.

2. Remove the old battery from the holder.

1) Negative (−) side facing up

3. Replace with a new battery (type CR2025 or equivalent) making sure to install the new battery with the negative (−) side facing up. 4. Refit the removed half of the transmit- ter case.

After the battery is replaced, the trans- mitter must be synchronized with the keyless entry system’s control unit. Press either the “ ” or “ ” button six times to synchronize the unit. & Replacing lost transmitters to If you lose a transmitter or want transmitters (up to purchase additional four can be programmed), you should re- program all of your transmitters for secur-

ity reasons. It is recommended that you have your dealer program all of your transmitters into your system. ! 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. Programming transmitter codes into system:

Bag containing transmitter

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Transmitter circuit board

To register a new transmitter with the keyless entry system, it is necessary to program the transmitter’s code (identifica- tion number) into the system. A label showing the code is affixed to the bag containing the transmitter, and another is affixed to the circuit board inside the transmitter. If there is no bag, open the transmitter case and make a note of the eight-digit number. Program the number into the system in accordance with the following procedure: 1. Firmly close the doors and the rear gate, or trunk lid. 2. Open the driver’s door, sit on the driver’s seat, and close the door. 3. Perform the following steps within 45
seconds.

(1) Open and close the driver’s door once.

1) ON 2)

LOCK

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position to the “ON” position 10 times within 15 seconds.

NOTE . When you complete step (2), an electronic tone will sound once. . If you do not perform steps (1) and (2) within 45 seconds, an error will occur. Neither an electronic tone nor the buzzer will sound, and the interior lamp will not flash. In this event, per- form the whole procedure again begin- ning with part 1. 4. Open and close the door once within 15 seconds. NOTE . When part 4 of the procedure is completed, an electronic tone will sound for 30 seconds. . If you do not perform the operations in part 4 within 15 seconds, an error will occur and the electronic tone will not sound. In this event, perform the registration steps again beginning with part 3 of the procedure.

the switch and the next exceeds 5
seconds, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again beginning with part 4. If an error occurs six times, perform the procedure again starting with part 3.

5. Before the electronic tone stops sounding, push the lock side of the power door lock switch the same number of times as the leftmost digit of the transmit- ter code. For example, push the lock switch eight times if the leftmost digit of the code is 8. NOTE . The electronic tone will stop sound- ing when you start entering the num- ber. . If you do not start entering the number using the lock switch before the electronic tone stops sounding, an error will occur. In this event, perform the registration steps again beginning with part 3 of the procedure. . If the interval between one push of

6. When you have finished entering the number, push the unlock side of the lock switch within 5 seconds. NOTE . An electronic tone will sound. . If you push the unlock side of the lock switch when more than 5 seconds have passed, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again beginning with part 4. If an error occurs six times, perform the procedure again starting with part 3.

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four times.

should be deleted from the memory. To delete old transmitter codes, program four transmitter codes into the system. If you have only one current transmitter, program it If you have two current transmitters, program each one twice. If you have three current transmit- ters, 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 transmit- ters, it is possible that their transmitter code will be programmed into your system, allowing them unauthorized access to your vehicle.

the remaining digits of

7. Perform parts 5 and 6 of the procedure for each of the transmitter code beginning with the sec- ond digit (counting from the left) and finishing with the eighth digit. NOTE . When you finish entering the eighth digit, an electronic tone will sound for 30 seconds. . If the interval between one push of the switch and the next exceeds 5
seconds, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again beginning with part 4. If an error occurs six times, perform the procedure again starting with part 3. 8. Before the electronic tone stops sounding, use the power door lock switch to reenter the transmitter code beginning with the leftmost digit. NOTE If you do not start entering the number using the lock switch before the elec- tronic tone stops sounding, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again beginning with part 3. 9. When you have finished entering the code a second time, an electronic tone will sound for 1 second and automatic door locking and unlocking operation will take

place once to indicate completion of registration, provided the code entered the second time is identical to that entered the first time. NOTE If the code entered the second time is not identical to the code entered the first time, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again beginning with part 5. If an error occurs five times, perform the procedure again starting with part 3. 10. If you wish to program another trans- mitter code into the system (up to four transmitter codes can be programmed into the system), perform the procedure begin- ning with part 4. When you have finished programming all of the necessary trans- mitter codes into the system, remove the key from the ignition switch. 11. Test every registered transmitter confirm correct operation.

to

! 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 transmit- ter’s code remains in the memory. For security reasons, transmitter codes

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Alarm system

The alarm system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and the turn signal 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 inserted into the ignition switch. Your vehicle’s alarm system has been set for activation at the time of shipment from the factory. You can set the system for deactivation yourself or have it done by your SUBARU dealer.

& System operation The alarm system will give the following alarms when triggered: . The vehicle’s horn will sound and the turn signal lights will flash for 30 seconds. . If any door (or the rear gate/trunk lid) remains open after the 30-second period, the horn will continue to sound for a maximum of 3 minutes. the door (or the rear gate/trunk lid) is closed while the horn is sounding, the horn will stop

If

sounding with a delay of up to 30 seconds.

The alarm is triggered by: . Opening a door, the rear gate or trunk lid . Physical impact to the vehicle, such as forced entry (only vehicles with shock sensors (dealer option)) NOTE The alarm system can be set to trigger illumination of the dome light. The dome light notification is deactivated as the factory setting. A SUBARU dealer can activate the system. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details.

& Activating and deactivating

the alarm system

To change the setting of your vehicle’s alarm system for activation or deactiva- tion, do the following. 1. Disarm the alarm system (refer “Disarming the system” in this section). in the driver’s seat and shut all 2. Sit doors (and the rear gate if your vehicle is a 5-door). 3. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. 4. Hold down the UNLOCK side of the driver’s power door locking switch, open

to

the driver’s door within the following 1
second, and wait 10 seconds without releasing the switch. The setting will then be changed as follows:

If the system was previously activated: The odometer/trip meter screen displays “AL oF” and the horn sounds twice, indicating that the system is now deacti- vated.

If the system was previously deacti- vated: The odometer/trip meter screen displays “AL on” and the horn sounds once, indicating that the system is now acti- vated. NOTE You may have the above setting change done by your SUBARU dealer. & If you have accidentally trig-

gered the alarm system

! To stop the alarm Do any of the following operations: . Press any button on the remote trans- mitter. . Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position.

& Arming the system ! 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 vehicle. 4. Make sure that the engine hood (and the trunk lid on the 4-door) are locked. 5. Close all doors (and the rear gate on the 5-door).

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will flash once, and the indicator lights will start flashing rapidly. After rapid flashing for 30 seconds (standby time), the indi- cator lights will then flash slowly (twice approximately every 2 seconds), indicat- ing that the system has been armed for surveillance.

If any of the doors, (rear gate or trunk lid) fully closed, an electronic chirp is not sounds five times, the turn signal lights flash five 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 automa- tically lock. ! To arm the system using power

door locking switches

: Press to Arm the system.

: Press to Disarm the system.

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6. Briefly press the “ ” button (for less than 2 seconds). All doors (and the rear gate on the 5-door) will lock, an electronic chirp will sound once, the turn signal lights

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

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6. Push the front side (“LOCK” side) of the power door locking switch to set the door locks. 7. Close the door. An electronic chirp will sound once, the turn signal lights will flash once and the indicator lights will start flashing rapidly. After rapid flashing for 30
seconds (standby time), the indicator lights will then flash slowly (twice approxi- mately every 2 seconds), indicating that the system has been armed for surveil- lance.

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 arming the system.

. The 30-second standby time can be eliminated if you prefer. Have it per- formed by your SUBARU dealer. . If your vehicle is a 4-door and you unlock the trunk using the remote transmitter’s “ ” button with the alarm system armed, the system will be temporarily placed in a standby state. The system will go back to the surveillance state upon locking the trunk. . The system is in the standby mode for a 30-second period after locking the doors with the remote transmitter. The security indicator light will flash at short intervals during this period. . If any of the following actions are done during the standby period, the system will not switch to the surveil- lance state.

– Doors are unlocked using the remote transmitter. – Any door (including the rear gate of a 5-door or the trunk of a 4-door) is opened. – Ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

& Disarming the system Briefly press the “ ” button (for less than 2 seconds) on the remote transmitter. The driver’s door will unlock, an electronic

chirp will sound twice, the turn signal lights will flash twice. The flashing of the security indicator light will then change slowly (once approximately every 3 sec- onds from twice approximately every 2
seconds), indicating that the alarm system has been disarmed. NOTE After disarming the alarm system, briefly press the “ ” button a second time within 5 seconds to unlock all other doors and the rear gate (5-door). ! Emergency disarming If you cannot disarm the system using the transmitter is lost, broken or the transmitter battery is too weak), you can disarm the system without using the transmitter. The system can be disarmed as follows. . Turn the ignition switch from the “LOCK” to the “ON” position with a registered key.

the transmitter

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& Valet mode When you choose the valet mode, the alarm system does not operate. In valet mode, the remote transmitter is used only for locking and unlocking the doors and rear gate (5-door) and panic activation.

To enter the valet mode, change the setting of your vehicle’s alarm system for deactivation mode. Refer to “Activating and deactivating the alarm system” in this section. The security indicator light will continue to flash once every 3 seconds indicating that the system is in the valet mode.

To exit valet mode, change the setting of your vehicle’s alarm system for activation mode. Refer to “Activating and deactivat- ing the alarm system” in this section.

& 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 MANUALLY LOCKED. ! To enter the passive mode If you wish to program the passive arming mode, have it done by your SUBARU dealer. ! Arming the system

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 below or with the key once they have been closed. Failure to lock the doors manually will result in a higher security risk.

1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position.

1) ON 2)

LOCK

2. Turn the ignition switch from “ON” to “LOCK” position and remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Open the doors and get out of vehicle.

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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 locking switch is used to lock the vehicle, arming will take place immediately regard- less of whether or not the passive mode has been selected. ! Disarming the system To disarm the system, briefly press the “

” button on the transmitter.

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Examples:

Vibration from a construction site Vibration in a multistory car park Vibration from trains

. You can have the sensitivity of the shock sensors adjusted to your pre- ference by your SUBARU dealer.

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& Tripped sensor identification The security indicator light flashes when the alarm system has been triggered. Also, the number of flashes indicates the location of unauthorized intrusion or the severity of impact on the vehicle. . When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the indicator light will light for 1 second and then flash as follows:

. When a door or rear gate (5-door) or the trunk (4-door) was opened: 5 times . When the ignition switch was turned to the “ON” position: 3 times . When a strong impact or multiple impacts were sensed: twice (only vehicles with shock sensors (dealer option)) . When a light impact was sensed: once (only vehicles with shock sen- sors (dealer option))

NOTE Any of the above indicator light flash- ings will recur each time the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. Rearming the alarm system cancels the flashing.

& Shock sensors (dealer op-

tion)

the alarm The shock sensors trigger system when they sense impacts applied to the vehicle and when any of their electric wires are cut. The alarm system causes the horn to sound and the turn signal lights to flash for a short time when the sensed impact is weak, but it warns of a strong impact or multiple impacts by sounding the horn and flashing the turn signal lights, both lasting approximately 30
seconds. If you desire, your SUBARU dealer can connect them and set them for activation or deactivation. NOTE . The shock sensors are not always able to sense impacts caused by break- ing in, and cannot sense an impact that does not cause vibration (such as breaking the glass using a rescue hammer). . The shock sensors may sense vi- bration as indicated in the following examples and trigger the alarm system. Select the settings of the alarm system and shock sensors appropriately de- pending on where you usually park your vehicle.

Child safety locks

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 position, the door cannot be opened from inside regardless of the position of the inner door handle lock lever. The door can only be opened from the outside.

WARNING

Always turn the child safety locks to the “LOCK” position when children sit on the rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opens the door and falls out.

Windows & Power windows

WARNING

injury To avoid serious personal caused by entrapment, you must do the following. . When operating the power win- to dows, be extremely careful prevent anyone’s fingers, arms, neck or head from being caught in the window.

. Always lock the passengers’ win- dows using the lock switch when children are riding in the vehicle. . Before leaving the vehicle, al- ways 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 operat- ing the power window.

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

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! Driver’s side switches

1) 2)

3) 4) 5)

Lock switch For driver’s window (with one-touch auto down feature) For front passenger’s window For rear left window For rear right window

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

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! Operating the driver’s window

held. ! Operating the passengers’ windows

! Locking the passengers’ windows

To open the passengers’ windows, push the appropriate 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.

Lock

1) 2) Unlock

To lock the passengers’ windows, push the lock switch. When the lock switch is in the “LOCK” position, the passengers’ windows cannot be opened or closed. Press the switch again to cancel passengers’ window locking.

the

1) Open 2) Automatically open 3) Close

To open: Push the switch down lightly and hold it. The window 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. it clicks and Push the switch down until release it, and the window will fully open. To stop the window halfway, pull the switch up lightly.

To close: Pull the switch up lightly and hold it. The window will close as long as the switch is

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

Trunk lid (4-door)

WARNING

. To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from entering the vehicle, always keep the trunk lid closed while driving.

. Help prevent young children from locking themselves in the trunk. When leaving the vehicle, 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 tem- perature in the trunk could quickly become high enough to cause death or serious heat- related injuries including brain damage to anyone locked inside, particularly for small children.

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& To open and close the trunk

lid from outside

The trunk lid can be opened using the remote keyless entry system. Refer to the “Remote keyless entry system” section in this chapter. To close the trunk lid, trunk lid down until the latch engages. NOTE Do not trunk when you leave your vehicle.

leave your valuables in the

lightly press the

& To open the trunk lid from

inside

Pull the trunk lid release lever upward.

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& To lock and unlock the trunk

lid release lever

handle allows them to open the lid. The handle is located on the inside of the trunk lid.

When you entrust your vehicle key to another person, you can lock the trunk lid release lever to prevent luggage in the trunk from being stolen. To lock the trunk lid release lever, insert the master key or submaster key into the key cylinder at the rear of the release lever and turn it counterclockwise. To unlock the trunk lid release lever, turn the key clockwise.

& Internal trunk lid release

handle

The internal trunk lid release handle is a device designed to open the trunk lid from inside the trunk. In the event children or adults become locked inside the trunk, the

To open the trunk lid from inside the trunk, pull the yellow handle upward as indicated by the arrow on the handle. This operation unlocks the trunk lid. Then, push up the lid.

that The handle is made of material remains luminescent for approximately an hour in the dark trunk 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 vehi-

cle 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

. Do not close the lid while grip- ping the release handle. The handle may be damaged.

. 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.

. 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 pulled up and the trunk lid may open. That may cause cargo to fall out of the trunk, which could create a traffic safety hazard.

! Inspection Perform the following steps at least twice a year to check the release handle for correct operation.

1. Open the trunk lid.

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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.

3. Move the release handle, from outside the vehicle, 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, the release handle feels restricted or not entirely smooth during operation, or the handle and/or handle base is cracked, contact your SUBARU dealer.

the movement of

if

The rear gate can be locked and unlocked using either the keyless entry system or the power door locking switches. Refer to the “Power door locking switches” and “Remote keyless entry system” sec- tions in this chapter.

To open the rear gate, first unlock the rear gate lock then push the rear gate opener button.

This places the latch in the locked posi-

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To close the rear gate, lower it slowly and push down firmly until the latch engages. The rear gate can be lowered easily if you pull it down holding the recessed grip.

WARNING

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

. Do not attempt to shut the rear gate while holding the recessed grip. Also avoid closing the rear gate by pulling on the recessed grip from inside the cargo space. There is a danger of your hand being caught and injured.

CAUTION

. Do not jam a plastic bag in or place cellophane 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.

. Be careful not to hit your head or face on the rear gate when open- ing or closing the rear gate and when loading or unloading car- go.

NOTE If the rear gate cannot be unlocked due to a discharged battery, a fault in the door locking/unlocking system or other causes, you can unlock it by manually operating the rear gate lock release lever. For the procedure, refer to the “Rear gate – if the rear gate cannot be unlocked” section in chapter 9 “In case of emergency”.

Ignition switch ..................................................... LOCK.................................................................. Acc..................................................................... ON...................................................................... START ................................................................ Key reminder chime ............................................ Ignition switch light ............................................. Hazard warning flasher....................................... Meters and gauges (Turbo models) ................... Combination meter illumination ........................... Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle

movement upon turning on the ignition switch............................................................... Speedometer....................................................... Odometer/Trip meter............................................ Tachometer ......................................................... Fuel gauge.......................................................... Temperature gauge ............................................. Meters and gauges (Non-turbo models) ............ Combination meter illumination ........................... Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle

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Speedometer...................................................... 3-10
Odometer/Trip meter........................................... 3-10
Tachometer ........................................................ 3-11
Fuel gauge......................................................... 3-12
Warning and indicator lights ............................. 3-13
Seatbelt warning light and chime ........................ 3-13
SRS airbag system warning light ........................ 3-15

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Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators ........................................................

CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction

indicator lamp .................................................

Coolant temperature low indicator light (Non-

turbo models)/Coolant temperature high warning light (Non-turbo models) ..................... Charge warning light.......................................... Oil pressure warning light .................................. AT OIL TEMPerature warning light

(AT vehicles)....................................................

Low tire pressure warning light (U.S.-spec.

models) ........................................................... ABS warning light.............................................. Brake system warning light................................ Low fuel warning light ....................................... Hill start assist warning light (if equipped) .......... Door open warning light .................................... All-Wheel Drive warning light (AT vehicles)......... Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator

light (if equipped).............................................

Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light (if equipped)/Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light (if equipped) .............................. Security indicator light....................................... SPORT mode indicator light (AT vehicles) .......... Selector lever and gear position indicator (AT

models) (if equipped) ....................................... Turn signal indicator lights................................. High beam indicator light ................................... Cruise control indicator light.............................. Cruise control set indicator light ........................

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Front fog light indicator light (if equipped) .......... 3-25
Headlight indicator light (if equipped) ................. 3-25
Clock ................................................................... 3-25
Information display ............................................ 3-26
Outside temperature indicator ............................ 3-26
Average fuel consumption .................................. 3-27
Light control switch ........................................... 3-27
Headlights.......................................................... 3-28
High/low beam change (dimmer)......................... 3-28
Headlight flasher ................................................ 3-28
Daytime running light system ............................. 3-29
Turn signal lever ................................................ 3-29
Illumination brightness control ......................... 3-29

Front fog light switch (if equipped) .................. Wiper and washer.............................................. Windshield wiper and washer switches .............. Rear window wiper and washer switch – 5-door ............................................................. Rear window defogger button .......................... Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped).............. Mirrors ................................................................ Inside mirror...................................................... Outside mirrors ................................................. Tilt steering wheel (if equipped) ....................... Tilt/telescopic steering wheel (if equipped) ..... Horn....................................................................

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Ignition switch

WARNING

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

. Before leaving the vehicle, al- ways 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 or others. Children could operate the power windows, the moon- roof or other controls or even make the vehicle move.

CAUTION

Do not attach a large key holder or key case to either key. If it banged against your knees or hands while you are driving, it could turn the ignition switch from the “ON” posi-

if

tion to the “Acc” or “LOCK” posi- tion, thereby stopping the engine. Also, the key is attached to a keyholder or to a large bunch of other keys, centrifugal force may act on it as the vehicle moves, resulting in unwanted turning of the ignition switch.

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battery to go dead. . If the ignition switch will not move from the “LOCK” position to the “Acc” position, turn the steering wheel slightly to the left and right as you turn the ignition switch.

& 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 turn the steering wheel slightly to the right and left as you turn the key. ! Automatic transmission vehicles

turning the key is difficult,

The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK, Acc, ON and START. NOTE . Keep the ignition switch in the “LOCK” position when the engine is not running. . Using electrical accessories for a long time with the ignition switch in the “ON” or “Acc” position can cause the

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The key can be turned from “Acc” to “LOCK” only when the selector lever is in the “P” position. ! Manual transmission vehicles

NOTE The engine may not start in the follow- ing cases:

. The key grip is touching another key or a metallic key holder.

while turning it.

& Acc In this position the electrical accessories (radio, accessory power outlet, etc.) can