2008 Subaru Impreza Owners Manual

be used.

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

& START The engine is started in this position. The starter cranks the engine to start it. When the key is released (after the engine has started), the key automatically returns to the “ON” position.

CAUTION

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

If your registered key fails to start the engine, pull out the key once (the security indicator light will blink), and then insert the key in the ignition switch and turn it to the “START” position and again try to start the engine.

The key can be turned from “Acc” to “LOCK” only when the key is pushed in

. The key is near another key that

contains an immobilizer transponder.

Hazard warning flasher

. The key is near or touching another transmitter.

& Key reminder chime The reminder chime sounds when the driver’s door opens and the key is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” position. The chime stops when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position or the key is removed from the ignition switch.

& Ignition switch light For easy access to the ignition switch in the dark, the ignition switch light comes on when driver’s door is opened. The light remains on for 5 seconds and goes out after driver’s door is closed or if the key is turned to the “ON” position.

The hazard warning flasher is used to warn other drivers when you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions. The hazard warning flasher works regard- less of the position of the ignition switch.

To turn on the hazard warning flasher, push the hazard warning button on the instrument panel. To turn off the flasher, push the button again. NOTE When the hazard warning flasher is on, the turn signals do not work.

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Meters and gauges (Turbo models)

NOTE Liquid-crystal displays are used in some of the meters and gauges in the combination meter. You will find their indications hard to see if you wear polarized glasses.

& Combination meter illumina-

tion

the various parts of

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the combination meter are illuminated in the following sequence: 1. Warning lights, indicator lights, meter needles and gauge needles light up. 2. Meter needles and gauge needles each show MAX position. 3. Meter needles and gauge needles each show MIN position. 4. Meter and gauge dials, odometer and trip meter back light illuminate. 5. Regular illumination (for driving) be- gins.

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& Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle move- ment upon turning on the ignition switch

& Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed.

& Odometer/Trip meter

*: “

” or “

” cannot be displayed when the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi- tion.

It is possible to activate or deactivate the movement of the meter needles and gauge needles that takes place when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” or “Acc” position. Press the trip knob to show “ on the odometer and trip meter display. The display can be switched as shown in the following illustration by pressing the trip knob.

” or “

”

To change the current setting, press the trip knob for at least 2 seconds.

: Activated : Deactivated

NOTE . Your vehicle’s initial movement the meter/gauge needles setting of has been set for activation “ ” at the time of shipment from the factory. . It is not possible to cancel the initial movement setting of the meter/gauge needles when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. Cancel the setting when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” position.

1)

Trip knob

This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK”, “Acc” or “ON” position.

If you press the trip knob when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” position, the odometer/trip meter will light up. is possible to switch the indications while the odometer/trip meter is lit up. If you do not press the trip knob within 10 seconds of illumination of the odometer/trip meter, the odometer/trip meter will go off.

It

The display can be switched as shown below by pressing the trip knob.

! Odometer

*: “

” or “

” cannot be displayed when the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi- tion.

” or “

For the “ ” indication, refer to “Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle movement upon turning on the ignition switch” in this section.

The odometer shows the total distance that the vehicle has been driven. ! Double trip meter

The trip meter shows the distance that the

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vehicle has been driven since you last set it to zero. To set the trip meter to zero, select the A trip or B trip meter by pushing the knob and keep the knob pushed for more than 2
seconds.

CAUTION

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

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

& Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute.

CAUTION

Do not operate the engine with the pointer of the tachometer in the red zone. In this range, fuel injection will be cut by the engine control module

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to protect the engine from overrev- ving. The engine will resume run- ning normally after the engine speed is reduced below the red zone.

& Fuel gauge

the fuel gauge will light up and indicate the amount of fuel remaining in the tank. If, while the fuel gauge is indicating the amount of fuel remaining in the tank, you (a) do not press the trip knob for 10
seconds or (b) open and close the driver’s door, the fuel gauge indication will turn off. NOTE

2.6 US gal (10.0 liters, 2.2 Imp gal)].

It only operates when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. NOTE This light does not go out unless the tank is replenished up to an internal fuel quantity of approximately 4.0 US gal (15 liters, 3.3 Imp gal).

CAUTION

Promptly put fuel in the tank when- ever the low fuel warning light comes on. Engine misfires as a result of an empty tank could cause damage to the engine.

1)

Low fuel warning light

The fuel gauge shows the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the tank. When the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” position, the fuel gauge shows “E” even if the fuel tank contains fuel.

The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning or acceleration due to fuel level movement in the tank. If you press the trip knob while the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” position,

” sign in the fuel

You will see the “ gauge meter. This indicates that the fuel filler door (lid) is located on the right side of the vehicle. ! Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light comes on when the tank is nearly empty [approximately

& Temperature gauge

CAUTION

If the pointer exceeds the normal operating range, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Refer to “In case of emergency” in chapter 9.

1) Normal operating range

The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

The coolant temperature will vary in accordance with the outside temperature and driving conditions.

We recommend that you drive moderately until the pointer of the temperature gauge reaches near the middle of the range. Engine operation is optimum with the engine coolant at this temperature range and high revving operation when the engine is not warmed up enough should be avoided.

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Meters and gauges (Non-tur- bo models)

NOTE Liquid-crystal displays are used in some of the meters and gauges in the combination meter. You will find their indications hard to see if you wear polarized glasses.

& Combination meter illumina-

tion

the various parts of

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the combination meter are illuminated in the following sequence: 1. Warning lights, indicator lights, meter needles, gauge needles, odometer and trip meter back light illuminate. 2. Meter needles and gauge needles each show MAX position. 3. Meter needles and gauge needles each show MIN position. 4. Dials and indicators in meters and gauges light up. 5. Regular illumination (for driving) be- gins.

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& Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle move- ment upon turning on the ignition switch

& Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed.

& Odometer/Trip meter

*: “

” or “

” cannot be displayed when the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi- tion.

It is possible to activate or deactivate the movement of the meter needles and gauge needles that takes place when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” or “Acc” position. Press the trip knob to show “ on the odometer and trip meter display. The display can be switched as shown in the following illustration by pressing the trip knob.

” or “

”

To change the current setting, press the trip knob for at least 2 seconds.

: Activated : Deactivated

NOTE . Your vehicle’s initial movement the meter/gauge needles setting of has been set for activation “ ” at the time of shipment from the factory. . It is not possible to cancel the initial movement setting of the meter/gauge needles when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. Cancel the setting when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” position.

1)

Trip knob

This meter displays the odometer and two trip meters when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK”, “Acc” or “ON” position.

If you press the trip knob when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” position, the odometer/trip meter will light up. is possible to switch the indications while the odometer/trip meter is lit up. If you do not press the trip knob within 10 seconds of illumination of the odometer/trip meter, the odometer/trip meter will go off.

It

The display can be switched as shown below by pressing the trip knob.

! Odometer

*: “

” or “

” cannot be displayed when the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi- tion.

” or “

For the “ ” indication, refer to “Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle movement upon turning on the ignition switch” in this section.

The odometer shows the total distance that the vehicle has been driven. ! Double trip meter

The trip meter shows the distance that the

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vehicle has been driven since you last set it to zero. To set the trip meter to zero, select the A trip or B trip meter by pushing the knob and keep the knob pushed for more than 2
seconds.

CAUTION

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

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

& Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute.

CAUTION

Do not operate the engine with the pointer of the tachometer in the red zone. In this range, fuel injection will be cut by the engine control module

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to protect the engine from overrev- ving. The engine will resume run- ning normally after the engine speed is reduced below the red zone.

NOTE To protect the engine while the “P” or “N” position is selected, the engine is controlled so that the engine speed does not become too high even if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed.

& Fuel gauge

or “Acc” position, the fuel gauge shows “E” even if the fuel tank contains fuel.

The gauge may move slightly during braking, turning or acceleration due to fuel level movement in the tank. If you press the trip knob while the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” position, the fuel gauge will light up and indicate the amount of fuel remaining in the tank. If, while the fuel gauge is indicating the amount of fuel remaining in the tank, you (a) do not press the trip knob for 10
seconds or (b) open and close the driver’s door, the fuel gauge indication will turn off. NOTE

gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler door (lid) is located on the right side of the vehicle. ! Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light comes on when the tank is nearly empty [approximately 2.6 US gal (10.0 liters, 2.2 Imp gal)]. It only operates when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. When this light illuminates, fill the fuel tank immediately. NOTE This light does not go out unless the tank is replenished up to an internal fuel quantity of approximately 4.0 US gal (15 liters, 3.3 Imp gal).

1)

Low fuel warning light

The fuel gauge shows the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the tank. When the ignition switch is in the “LOCK”

You will see the “

” sign in the fuel

Warning and indicator lights

Several of the warning and indicator lights come on momentarily and then go out when the ignition switch is initially turned to the “ON” position. This permits check- ing the operation of the bulbs. Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. The following lights come on: . Seatbelt warning light . SRS airbag system warning light . Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator light . Front passenger’s frontal airbag OFF indicator light . CHECK ENGINE warning light/Mal- function 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

(if

. Low fuel warning light . Hill start assist warning light equipped) . Door open warning light . All-Wheel Drive warning light (AT ve- hicles) . Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light (if equipped) . Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light (if equipped)/Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light (if equipped) . SPORT mode indicator light (AT mod- els) . Cruise control indicator light . Cruise control set indicator light

If any lights fail to come on, it indicates a burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the corresponding system. Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer for repair. & Seatbelt warning light

and chime

Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt warning device at the driver’s and front passenger’s seat, as required by current safety standards. With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” position, this device reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat-

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belts by illuminating the warning lights in the locations indicated in the following illustration and sounding a chime.

Driver’s warning light (Turbo models)

Driver’s warning light (Non-turbo models)

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Front passenger’s warning light ! Operation If the driver and/or front passenger have/ has not yet fastened the seatbelt(s) when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the seatbelt warning light(s) will the flash for 6 seconds, seatbelt(s) is/are unfastened. the dri- ver’s seatbelt is not fastened, a chime will also sound simultaneously. NOTE . If the driver’s and/or front passen- ger’s seatbelt(s) are/is still not fastened 6 seconds later, the seatbelt warning device operates as follows according to the vehicle speed.

to warn that

If

. At speeds lower than approxi- mately 9 mph (15 km/h)

The warning light(s) for unfastened seatbelt(s) will alternate between steady illumination and flashing at 15-second intervals. The chime will not sound. . At speeds higher than approxi- mately 9 mph (15 km/h) The warning light(s) for unfastened seatbelt(s) will alternate between flashing and steady illumination at 15-second intervals and the chime will sound while the warning light(s) is/are flashing.

time, however,

. It is possible to cancel the warning operation that follows the 6-second warning after turning ON the ignition switch. When the ignition switch is turned ON next the complete sequence of the warning operation resumes. For further details about canceling the warning operation, please contact your SUBARU dealer. there is no passenger on the front If passenger’s seat, the seatbelt warning device for the front passenger’s seat will be deactivated. The front passenger’s occupant detection system monitors whether or not there is a passenger on the front passenger’s seat. Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may prevent the device from functioning correctly or cause the device to fail.

. Do not install any accessory such as a table or TV onto the seatback. . Do not store a heavy load in the seatback pocket. . Do not allow the rear seat occupant to place his/her hands or legs on the front passenger’s seatback, or allow him/her to pull the seatback. . Do not use front seats with their back- ward-forward position and seatback not being locked into place securely. If any of them are not locked securely, adjust them again. For adjusting procedure, refer to the “Front seats” section in chapter 1 in this Owner’s Manual.

If the seatbelt warning device for the front passenger’s seat does not function cor- rectly (e.g., it is activated even when the front passenger’s seat is empty or it is deactivated even when the front passen- ger has not fastened his/her seatbelt), take the following actions. . Ensure that no article is placed on the seat other than a child restraint system and its child occupant, although we strongly recommend that all children sit in the rear seat properly restrained. . Ensure that there is no article left in the seatback pocket. . Ensure that the backward-forward po- sition and seatback of front passenger’s

seat are locked into place securely by moving the seat back and forth.

If still the seatbelt warning device for front passenger’s seat does not function cor- rectly after taking relevant corrective ac- tions described above, immediately con- tact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec- tion. & SRS airbag system

warning light

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the SRS airbag system warning light will illuminate for approxi- mately 6 seconds and turn off. This shows that the SRS airbag, SRS side airbag, SRS curtain airbag and seatbelt preten- sioners are operating normally.

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

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& Front passenger’s frontal

airbag ON and OFF indica- tors

. 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

ON or

or

: Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator : Front passenger’s frontal airbag OFF indicator

The front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators show you the status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag. The indicators are located next to the clock in the center portion of the dash- board. When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, both the ON and OFF indicators illuminate for 6 seconds during which time the system is checked. Follow- ing the system check, both indicators

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extinguish for 2 seconds. After that, one of the indicators illuminates depending on the status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag determined by the Subaru advanced frontal airbag system monitor- ing. If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag is activated, the passenger’s frontal airbag ON indicator will illuminate while the OFF indicator will remain extinguished. If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag the passenger’s frontal is deactivated, airbag ON indicator will remain extin- guished while the OFF indicator will illuminate. With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” position, if both the ON and OFF indica- tors remain lit or extinguished simulta- neously even after the system check period, the system is faulty. Contact your SUBARU dealer immediately for an in- spection.

& CHECK ENGINE warn- ing light/Malfunction in- dicator lamp

CAUTION

If the CHECK ENGINE light comes on while you are driving, have your vehicle checked/repaired by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- ble. Continued vehicle operation without having the emission control system checked and repaired as necessary could cause serious da- mage, which may not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty.

If this light comes on steadily or blinks while the engine is running, it may indicate that there is a problem or potential problem somewhere in the emission con- trol system. ! If the light comes on steadily: If the light comes on steadily while driving or does not go out after the engine starts, an emission control system malfunction has been detected. You should have your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immedi- ately.

NOTE This light also comes on when the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks. If you have recently refueled your vehicle, the cause of the CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction indicator lamp coming on could be a loose or missing fuel filler cap. Remove the cap and retighten it until it clicks. Make sure nothing is interfering with the sealing of the cap. Tightening the cap will not make the CHECK ENGINE warning light turn off immediately. It may take several driving trips. If the light does not go out, take your vehicle to your authorized SUBARU dealer immediately. ! If the light is blinking: If is blinking while driving, an engine misfire condition has been de- tected which may damage the emission control system. To prevent serious damage to the emis- sion control system, you should do the following. . Reduce vehicle speed. . Avoid hard acceleration. . Avoid steep uphill grades. . Reduce the amount of cargo, if possi- ble.

the light

The CHECK ENGINE warning light may stop blinking and come on steadily after several driving trips. You should have your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immediately. & Coolant temperature

low indicator light (Non- turbo models)/Coolant temperature high warn- ing light (Non-turbo models)

CAUTION

if

. After turning the ignition switch to the “ON” position, this indicator light/warning light re- mains illuminated in RED for approximately more than 1 sec- ond, the electrical system may be malfunctioning. Immediately con- tact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection.

. If this indicator light/warning light illuminates in RED while driving, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible, and refer to the emergency steps for the case of engine overheating. After that, have the system checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer. Refer to

“In case of emergency” in chap- ter 9.

temperature low indicator temperature high warning

This coolant light/coolant light has the following two functions: . Illumination in BLUE indicates insuffi- cient warming up of the engine . Illumination in RED indicates overheat- ing condition of the engine

For the system check, this indicator light/ warning light illuminates in red for approxi- mately 1 second when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. After that, this indicator light/warning light changes to blue and maintains illumination in blue. This blue illuminated light turns off when the engine is warmed up sufficiently.

If the engine is overheated, this indicator illuminates in red im- light/warning light mediately. At this time, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible, and refer to the emergency steps for the case of engine overheating. Refer to “In case of emergency” in chapter 9. After that, have the system checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer. NOTE If the engine is restarted after a certain driving condition, this indicator light/

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warning light may illuminate in red. However, this is not a malfunction if the indicator light/warning light turns off after a short time.

& Charge warning light If this light comes on when the engine is running, it may indicate that the charging system is not working properly.

If the light comes on while driving or does not go out after the engine starts, stop the the first safe opportunity and engine at check the alternator belt. is the belt loose, broken or if is in good condition but the light remains on, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immedi- ately. & Oil pressure warning

If the belt

light

If this light comes on when the engine is running, it may indicate that the engine oil pressure is low and the lubricating system is not working properly. If the light comes on while driving or does not go out after the engine starts, stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the engine oil level. If the oil level is low, add oil immediately. If the engine oil is at the proper level but the light remains on,

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contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately.

CAUTION

Do not operate the engine with the oil pressure warning light on. This may cause serious engine damage.

& AT OIL TEMPerature

warning light (AT vehi- cles)

The AT oil temperature warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after the engine has started. If this light comes on when the engine is running, it may indicate that the automatic transmission fluid temperature is too hot.

the light

illuminates while driving,

If im- mediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and let the engine idle until the warning light turns off. ! Automatic transmission control

system warning

If the light flashes after the engine starts, it may indicate that the automatic transmis- sion control system is not working prop- erly. Contact your nearest SUBARU deal- er for service immediately.

& Low tire pressure

warning light (U.S.-spec. models)

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the low tire pressure warn- ing light will come on for approximately 2
seconds to check that the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) is functioning properly. If there is no problem and all tires are properly inflated, the light will go out. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufac- turer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pres- sure label, you should determine the proper inflation pressure for those tires.)

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under- inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly under- inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and

can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. the TPMS is not a Please note that tire maintenance, substitute for proper is the driver’s responsibility to and it maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is com- bined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of re- placement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your

vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. Should the warning light illuminate stea- dily after blinking for approximately one minute, have the system inspected by your nearest SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING

If this light does not come on briefly after the ignition switch is turned ON or the light illuminates steadily after blinking for approximately one min- ute, you should have your Tire P r e s s u r e M on i t o r i n g S y s t e m checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. If this light comes on while driving, never brake suddenly and keep driving straight ahead while gradu- ally reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place. Otherwise an accident involving serious vehicle damage and serious personal injury could occur. If this light still comes on while driving after adjusting the tire pres- sure, a tire may have significant damage and a fast leak that causes the tire to lose air rapidly. If you have

a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible. When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor/transmitter being transferred, the Low tire pres- sure warning light will illuminates steadily after blinking for approxi- mately one minute. This indicates the TPMS is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/ or system resetting. the light illuminates steadily after blinking for approximately one minute, promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected.

If

CAUTION

The tire pressure monitoring system is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should be checked peri- odically (at least monthly) using a tire gauge. After any change to tire pressure(s), the tire pressure mon- itoring system will not re-check tire inflation pressures until the vehicle is first driven more than 20 mph (32
km/h). After adjusting the tire pres-

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sures, increase the vehicle speed to at least 20 mph (32 km/h) to start the TPMS re-checking of the tire infla- tion pressures. If the tire pressures are now above the severe low pressure threshold, the low tire pressure warning light should go off a few minutes later. Therefore, be sure to install the specified size for the front and rear tires.

& ABS warning light The ABS warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after approximately 2 seconds. This is an indication that the ABS system is working properly.

CAUTION

If the warning light behaves as follows, the ABS system may not work properly. When the warning light is on, the ABS function shuts down; however, the conventional brake system con- tinues to operate normally. . The warning light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

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. The warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, but it does not go out even when the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 8
mph (12 km/h).

. The warning light comes on dur-

ing driving.

If any of these conditions occur, have the ABS system repaired at the first available opportunity by your SUBARU dealer.

With a vehicle equipped with an EBD system, the ABS warning light comes on together with the brake system warning light if the EBD system becomes faulty. For further details of the EBD system fault warning, refer to “Brake system warning light”. NOTE If described in the following, system may be considered normal. . The warning light comes on right after the engine is started but goes out immediately, remaining off. . The warning light remains on after the engine has been started, but it goes out when the vehicle speed reaches approximately 8 mph (12 km/h).

the warning light behavior is as the ABS

. The warning light comes on during driving, but it goes out immediately and remains off. 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. & Brake system warning

light

WARNING

. Driving with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. This indicates your brake system may not be working properly. If the light remains on, have the brakes inspected by a SUBARU dealer immediately.

. If at all in doubt about whether the brakes are operating prop- erly, do not drive the vehicle. Have your vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for re- pair.

This light has the following three functions:

! Parking brake warning The light comes on with the parking brake applied while the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. It goes out when the parking brake is fully released. ! Brake fluid level warning This light comes on when the brake fluid level has dropped to near the “MIN” level of the brake fluid reservoir with the ignition switch in the “ON” position and with the parking brake fully released.

If

this occurs,

If the brake system warning light should come on while driving (with the parking brake fully released and with the ignition switch positioned in “ON”), it could be an indication of leaking of brake fluid or worn brake pads. immediately stop the vehicle at the nearest safe place and check the brake fluid level. If the fluid is below the “MIN” mark in the level reservoir, do not drive the vehicle. Have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. ! Electronic Brake Force Distribution

(EBD) system warning

The brake system warning light also illuminates if a malfunction occurs in the EBD system. In that event, it comes on together with the ABS warning light. The EBD system may be malfunctioning if

If

the brake fluid level

6. is below the “MIN” mark, DO NOT drive the vehicle. Instead, have the vehicle towed to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. & Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light comes on when the tank is nearly empty approximately 2.6
US gal (10.0 liters, or 2.2 Imp gal). It only operates when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. When this light illuminates, fill the fuel tank immediately. NOTE This light does not go out unless the tank is replenished up to an internal fuel quantity of approximately 3.7 US gal (14 liters, 3.1 Imp gal).

CAUTION

Promptly put fuel in the tank when- ever the low fuel warning light comes on. Engine misfires as a result of an empty tank could cause damage to the engine.

the brake system warning light and ABS warning light illuminate simultaneously during driving. Even if the EBD system fails, the conven- tional braking system will still function. However, the rear wheels will be more prone to locking when the brakes are applied harder than usual and the vehi- cle’s motion may therefore become some- what harder to control. If the brake system warning light and ABS warning light illuminate simultaneously, take the following steps: 1. Stop the vehicle in the nearest safe, flat place. 2. Shut down the engine, apply the parking brake and then restart it. If both 3. Release the parking brake. warning lights go out, the EBD system may be faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 4. If both warning lights come on again and stay illuminated after the engine has been restarted, shut down the engine again, apply the parking brake, and check the brake fluid level. If the brake fluid level is not below the 5. “MIN” mark, the EBD system may be faulty. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected.

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& Hill start assist warning

light (if equipped)

When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the Hill start assist warning light illuminates. After the engine starts it will turn off. While the engine is rotating, if there are any malfunctions, the light will illuminate.

WARNING

When the Hill start assist system light illuminates, have the vehicle inspected at an authorized SUBARU dealer.

& Door open warning

light

The door open warning light comes on if any door or the rear gate is not fully closed.

Always make sure this light is out before you start to drive. & All-Wheel Drive warn- ing light (AT vehicles)

The All-Wheel Drive warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after the

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engine has started. This light comes on when All-Wheel Drive is disengaged and the drive mechanism is switched to Front Wheel Drive for main- tenance or similar purposes. It flashes if the vehicle is driven with tires of differing diameters fitted on the wheels or with an excessively low air pressure in any of the tires.

CAUTION

Continuing to drive with the AWD warning light flashing can damage the powertrain. If the AWD warning light starts to flash, promptly park in a safe place and check whether the tires have differing diameters and whether any of the tires has an excessively low inflation pressure.

& Vehicle Dynamics

Control operation indi- cator light (if equipped)

This light comes on when the ignition switch is ON and goes out approximately 2 seconds later. It blinks when the skid suppression func- tion is activated. It illuminates when only the traction control function is operating. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is

probably faulty under any of the following conditions. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immediately. . The light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. . The light does not go out even after a period of approximately 2 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned to the “ON” position. & Vehicle Dynamics

Control warning light (if equipped)/Vehicle Dy- namics Control OFF in- dicator light (if equipped)

This warning light has both the function of indicating faults in the Vehicle Dynamics Control system and the function of indicat- ing that the Vehicle Dynamics Control system has been deactivated. It comes on in the event of a fault in the system and is on when the system is not operating. This warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after the engine has started. It indicates that the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is in normal operation.

! Vehicle Dynamics Control warning

light

The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably inoperative under any of the following conditions. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi- ately. . The warning light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. . The warning light comes on while the vehicle is running. . If the Vehicle Dynamics Control system itself becomes faulty, the warning light only comes on. At this time, the ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- tem) remains fully operational. . The warning light comes on when the electronic control system of the ABS/ Vehicle Dynamics Control system be- comes faulty.

the electrical circuit of

The Vehicle Dynamics Control system provides its ABS control through the electrical circuit of the ABS system. Accordingly, if the ABS is inoperative, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system be- comes unable to provide ABS control. As a result, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system also becomes inoperative, caus- ing the warning light to come on. Though both the Vehicle Dynamics Control and

especially in cold weather. This does not indicate the existence of a problem. The light should go out as soon as the engine has warmed up. . The indicator light comes on when the engine has developed a problem and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/ malfunction indicator lamp is on. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably faulty under the following condi- tion. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . The light does not go out even after the lapse of several minutes (the engine has warmed up) after the engine has started.

ABS systems are inoperative in this case, the ordinary functions of the brake system are still available. You will be safe while driving with this condition, but have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. NOTE If the warning light behavior is as described below, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system may be considered normal. . The warning light comes on right after the engine is started but goes out immediately, remaining off. . The warning light comes on after engine startup and goes off while the vehicle is subsequently being driven. . The warning light comes on during driving, but it goes out immediately and remains off. ! Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF in-

dicator light

. It comes on when the Vehicle Dy- namics Control OFF switch is pressed. . It also comes on when the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is deactivated. NOTE . The light may stay on for a while after the engine has been started,

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& Security indicator light

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 not be func- tioning properly. this occurs, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

If

In case an unauthorized key is used (e.g., an imitation key), the security indicator light illuminates. 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.

& SPORT mode indicator

light (AT vehicles)

This light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after the engine has started. When the selector lever is moved to the manual gate, the SPORT mode is se- lected and the indicator light comes on.

Refer to the “SPORT mode” section in chapter 7.

& Selector lever and gear posi- tion indicator (AT models) (if equipped)

This indicator shows the position of the selector lever. When the manual mode is selected, the gear position indicator (which shows the current gear selection) and the upshift/ downshift indicator light up. Refer to the “Automatic transmission” section in chap- ter 7. & Turn signal indicator

lights

These lights show the operation of the turn

signal or lane change signal. If the indicator lights do not blink or blink rapidly, the turn signal bulb may be burned out. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Refer to the “Replacing bulbs” section in chapter 11. & High beam indicator

light

This light shows that the headlights are in the high beam mode. This indicator light also comes on when the headlight flasher is operated. & Cruise control indica-

tor light

The cruise control indicator light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after approxi- mately 3 seconds. This light comes on when the “CRUISE” main switch is pressed. If you press the main switch button while turning the ignition switch “ON”, the cruise control function is deactivated and the “CRUISE” indicator light flashes. To re- activate the cruise control function, turn the ignition switch back to the “Acc” or “LOCK” position, and then turn it again to the “ON” position.

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CAUTION

To ensure safety, do not attempt to set the time while driving, as an accident from inadequate attention to the road could result.

NOTE If the battery is disconnected, the time will be erased. After reconnecting the battery, set the correct time.

& Cruise control set in-

dicator light

Clock

indicator

The cruise control set light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after approximately 3 seconds. This light comes on when vehicle speed has been set. & Front fog light indicator

light (if equipped)

This indicator light is on while the front fog lights are on. & Headlight indicator light (if equipped)

This indicator light comes on when the headlight switch is placed in the “ ” or “

” position.

The time changes by 1 minute each time the “+” button or “−” button is pressed. Pressing the “+” button moves the dis- played time forward, while pressing the “−” button moves the displayed time back. Pressing and holding either button changes the displayed time continuously.

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Information display

& Outside temperature indica-

tor

! Road surface freeze warning indi-

cation

1) Outside temperature indicator 2) Average fuel consumption indicator

With the ignition switch in the “ON” position, the outside temperature and average fuel consumption are indicated on the display.

1) U.S.-spec. models 2) Canada-spec. models

1) U.S.-spec. models 2) Canada-spec. models

The outside temperature indicator shows the outside temperature in a range from −22 to 1228F (−30 to 508C). The indicator can give a false reading under any of the following conditions: . When there is too much sun. . During idling; while running at low speeds in a traffic jam; when the engine is restarted immediately following a shut- down. . When the actual outside temperature falls outside the specified indicator range.

lower,

When the outside temperature drops to 378F (38C) or the temperature indication flashes to show that the road surface may be frozen. If the outside temperature drops to 378F (38C) or lower while the display is giving an indication other than the outside temperature, the display switches to the outside temperature indication and flashes for 5 seconds before returning to its original indication. the display is already indicating an If outside temperature of 378F (38C) or lower when the ignition switch is turned to the

the indication does not

“ON” position, flash. NOTE The outside temperature indication may differ from the actual outside temperature. The road surface freeze warning indication should be treated only as a guide. Be sure to check the condition of the road surface before driving.

& Average fuel consumption

Pressing the trip knob toggles the indica- tion between the average fuel consump- tion corresponding to the A trip meter indication and the average fuel consump- tion corresponding to the B trip meter indication. When either of the trip meter indications is reset, the corresponding average fuel consumption value is also reset. NOTE . The indicated values vary in accor- dance with changes in the vehicle’s running conditions. Also, the indicated values may differ slightly from the actual values and should thus be treated only as a guide. . When either trip meter indication is reset, the average fuel consumption corresponding to that trip meter indica- tion is not shown until the vehicle has subsequently covered a distance of 1
mile (or 1 km).

1) U.S.-spec. models 2) Canada-spec. models

This indication shows the average rate of fuel consumption since the trip meter was last reset.

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Light control switch

CAUTION

Use of any lights for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause the battery to discharge.

the position of

The light control switch only operates when the ignition key is inserted into the ignition switch. Regardless of the light control switch, the illuminated lights are turned off when the ignition key is removed from the ignition switch. NOTE . Even if the ignition key is removed from the ignition switch, the lights can be illuminated by operating the light control switch position from “OFF” to “ . If the lights are illuminated when the ignition key is removed from the igni- tion switch, the chirp sound informs the driver that the lights are illumi- nated.

” and “

”.

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& Headlights

& High/low beam change (dim-

mer)

& Headlight flasher

To turn on the headlights, turn the knob on the end of the turn signal lever.

first position

Parking lights, instrument panel illumina- tion, tail lights, front side marker lights and license plate lights are on.

second position

To change from low beam to high beam, push the turn signal lever forward. When the headlights are on high beam, the high beam indicator light “ ” on the instru- ment panel is also on. To switch back to low beam, pull the lever back to the detent position.

illumination,

Headlights, parking lights, instrument pa- nel front side marker lights, and license plate lights are on.

lights,

tail

To flash the headlights, pull the lever toward you and then release it. The high beam will stay on for as long as you hold the lever. The headlight flasher works even though the light switch is in the “OFF” position.

When the headlights are on high beam, the high beam indicator light “ ” on the instrument panel also comes on.

CAUTION

Do not hold the lever in the flashing position for more than just a few seconds.

& Daytime running light system

Turn signal lever

WARNING

The brightness of the illumination of the high beam headlights is reduced by the daytime running light system. The light switch must always be turned to the “ ” position when it is dark outside.

The high beam headlights will automati- cally come on at reduced brightness when the engine has started, under the following conditions: The selector lever is in a position other than the “P” position (AT vehicles). . The parking brake is fully released. . The light switch is in the “OFF” or “ position. NOTE When the light switch is in the “ ” position, the front side marker lights, parking lights, tail lights and license plate lights are illuminated.

”

To activate the right turn signal, push the lever up. To activate the left turn signal turn signal, push the turn signal lever down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. If the lever does not return after cornering, return the lever to the neutral position by hand.

To signal a lane change, push the turn signal lever up or down slightly and hold it during the lane change. The turn signal indicator lights will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. The lever will return automatically to the neutral position when you release it.

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Illumination brightness con- trol

” or

The brightness of clock display, audio, air conditioner, information display and instru- illumination dims when the ment panel light switch is in the “ ” positions. You can adjust brightness of the instrument panel illumination for better visibility. For turbo models, you can also adjust the brightness of the instrument panel illumi- nation when the lighting switch is in the OFF position.

“

To brighten, turn the control dial upward. To darken, turn the control dial downward.

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NOTE is turned fully When the control dial upward, the illumination brightness becomes the maximum and the auto- matic dimming function does not work at all.

Front fog light switch (if equipped)

Turbo models

” position.

The front fog lights operate only when the light switch is in the “ However, the front fog lights turn off when the headlights are switched to high beam. To turn on the front fog lights, turn the front fog light switch on the turn signal lever upward to the “ ” position. To turn off the front fog lights, turn the switch back down to the “OFF” position.

Non-turbo models

The indicator light located on the combi- nation meter will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.

Wiper and washer

WARNING

In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer until the wind- shield is sufficiently warmed by the defroster. Otherwise the washer fluid can freeze on the windshield, blocking your view.

CAUTION

. Do not operate the washer con- tinuously for more than 10 sec- onds, or when the washer fluid tank is empty. This may cause overheating of the washer motor. Check the washer fluid level frequently, such as at fuel stops. . Do not operate the wipers when the windshield or rear window is dry. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield or rear window, always use the wind- shield washer.

. In freezing weather, be sure that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or rear window before switching on the wipers. Attempting to operate the wiper with the blades frozen to the window glass could cause not only the wiper blades to be damaged but also the wiper mo- tor to burn out. the wiper blades are frozen to the window glass, be sure to operate the defroster, windshield wiper dei- cer (if equipped) or rear window defogger before turning on the wiper.

If

. If the wipers stop during opera- tion because of ice or some other obstruction on the window, the wiper motor could burn out even if the wiper switch is turned off. If this occurs, promptly stop the vehicle in a safe place, turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and clean the window glass to allow proper wiper op- eration.

. Use clean water if windshield washer fluid is unavailable. In areas where water freezes in winter, use SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid or the equivalent.

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Refer to the “Windshield washer fluid” section in chapter 11. Also, when driving the vehicle when there are freezing tempera- tures, use non-freezing type wi- per blades.

. Do not clean the wiper blades with gasoline or a solvent, such as paint thinner or benzine. This will cause deterioration of the wiper blades.

NOTE . The wiper operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “Acc” position. . The front wiper motor is protected against overloads by a circuit breaker. the motor operates continuously If under an unusually heavy load, the circuit breaker may trip to stop the motor temporarily. If this happens, park your vehicle in a safe place, turn off the wiper switch, and wait for approxi- mately 10 minutes. The circuit breaker will reset itself, and the wipers will again operate normally. . Clean your wiper blades and win- dow glass periodically with a washer solution to prevent streaking, and to remove accumulations of road salt or

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road film. Keep the washer button depressed at least for 1 second so that washer solution will be sprinkled all over the windshield or rear window. . Grease, wax, insects or other mate- rial on the windshield or the wiper blade results in jerky wiper operation and streaking on the glass. If you cannot remove those streaks after operating the washer or if the wiper operation is jerky, clean the outer sur- face of the windshield or rear window and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild-abrasive cleaner. After cleaning, rinse the window glass and wiper blades with clean water. The glass is clean if no beads form on the glass when you rinse with water. . If you cannot eliminate the streaking even after following this procedure, replace the wiper blades with new ones. For replacement instructions, refer to the “Replacement of wiper blades” section in chapter 11.

& Windshield wiper and washer

switches

The wiper operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “Acc” position. ! Windshield wipers

! Wiper intermittent time control

When the wiper switch is in the “ ” position, turn the dial to adjust the operat- ing interval of the wiper.

The operating interval can be adjusted continuously from the shortest interval to the longest. Two click stop positions of the dial may help you to aim at your desired interval. The operating interval can be adjusted in nine steps.

OFF: Park

: Intermittent LO: Low speed HI: High speed

To turn the wipers on, push the wiper control lever down. To turn the wipers off, return the lever to the “OFF” position.

! Mist (for a single wipe)

! Washer

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& Rear window wiper and washer switch – 5-door

1) 2)

5-door 4-door

For a single wipe of the wipers, pull the lever toward you. The wipers operate until you release the lever.

To wash the windshield, push the washer button at the end of the wiper control lever. The washer fluid sprays until you release the washer button. The wipers operate while you push the button.

: Washer (accompanied by wiper operation)

ON: Normal OFF: Park : Washer

! Rear wiper To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever upward to the “INT” or “ON” position. To turn the wiper off, return the knob on the end of the lever to the “OFF” position. With the switch turned to the “INT” position, the rear wiper will operate inter- mittently at intervals corresponding to the vehicle speed (longer when the vehicle speed is low; shorter when the vehicle speed is high).

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When you subsequently move the selec- tor lever of the automatic transmission to the “R” position, the rear wiper will switch to continuous operation. When you move the selector lever from the “R” position to some other position, the rear wiper will return to intermittent operation. ! Washer To wash the rear window while the rear wiper is operating, turn the knob clockwise to the “ fluid sprays until you release the knob. To wash the rear window when the rear wiper is not in use, turn the knob counter- clockwise to the “ ” position. The washer fluid sprays, and 2 seconds later the rear wiper operates. Releasing the knob stops the washer fluid spray, and 3 seconds later the rear wiper stops.

” position. The washer

Rear window defogger but- ton

Manual climate control system

Automatic climate control system

The rear window defogger operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The rear window defogger button is located on the climate control panel. To turn on the defogger, push the button. To turn it off, push the button again. The indicator light located on the button lights up while the rear window defogger is operating.

If

The defogger will automatically shut off after approximately 15 minutes. the window clears before that time, push the button to turn it off. It also turns off when the ignition switch is turned to the “Acc” or “LOCK” position. If defrosting or defogging is desired when you restart your vehicle, you have to push the button to turn it on again. Your SUBARU dealer can set your rear window defogger for continuous opera- tion. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details.

for continuous operation,

Once the rear window defogger has been set the rear window defogger repeatedly operates for 15 minutes, stops for two minutes, and again operates for 15 minutes. the battery voltage drops below the permis- sible level, continuous operation is can- celed and operation stops as described in

If

the following. . If the battery voltage drops below the permissible level within 15 minutes of depression of the button, continuous operation is canceled and the rear window defogger stops operating 15 minutes later. . If the battery voltage drops below the permissible level after the rear window defogger has, following depression of the button, operated for 15 minutes, stopped operating for two minutes, and started operating again, the rear window defogger immediately stops operating.