2012 Subaru Impreza Owners Manual

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Batteries give off a gas which is highly flammable and explosive. . For safety, in case an explosion does occur, wear eye protection or shield your eyes when work- ing near any battery. Never lean over a battery. . Do not let battery fluid contact eyes, skin, fabrics, or paint be- cause battery fluid is a corrosive acid. If battery fluid gets on your skin or in your eyes, immediately flush the area with water thor- oughly. Seek medical help imme- diately if acid has entered the eyes. If battery fluid is accidentally swallowed, immediately drink a large amount of milk or water, and seek medical attention im- mediately. . To lessen the risk of sparks, Black plate (434,1) remove rings, metal watchbands, and other metal jewelry. Never allow metal tools to contact the positive battery terminal and any- thing connected to it WHILE you are at the same time in contact with any other metallic portion of the vehicle because a short cir- cuit will result. . Keep everyone including children away from the battery. . Charge the battery in a well- ventilated area. . Battery posts, terminals and re- lated accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause can- cer. Washhandsafterhandling. 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Fuses CAUTION Never replace a fuse with one hav- ing a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result. The fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment. The fuses are located in two fuse boxes. Black plate (435,1) Maintenance and service 11-35 1) Spare fuses The other one is housed in the engine compartment. Also, the spare fuses are stored in the fuse box cover. 11 One is located under the instrument panel behind the fuse box cover on the driver’s seat side. To remove the cover, pull it out. The fuse puller is stored in the main fuse box in the engine compartment. – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 1) Cap 2) Upper level Lower level 3) It is unnecessary to periodically check the battery fluid level or periodically refill with distilled water. However, if the battery fluid level is below the lower level, remove the cap. Fill to the upper level with distilled water. CAUTION Never use more than 10 amperes when charging the battery because it will shorten battery life. 11-36 Maintenance and service 1) Good 2) Blown inspect If any lights, accessories or other electrical controls do not operate, the corresponding fuse. If a fuse has blown, replace it. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and turn off all electrical acces- sories. 2. Remove the cover. 3. Determine which fuse may be blown. Look at the back side of each fuse box cover and refer to “Fuses and circuits” F12-9. If Inspect the fuse. 4. Pull out the fuse with the fuse puller. 5. it has blown, replace it with a spare fuse of the same rating. 6. this indicates that its system has a problem. Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs. the same fuse blows again, If Black plate (436,1) Main fuse Main fuse box The main fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equip- ment. Check the main fuses if any electrical component fails to operate (ex- cept the starter motor) and other fuses are good. A melted main fuse must be replaced. Use only replacements with the same specified rating as the melted main fuse. is replaced, have the electrical system checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer. If a main fuse blows after it 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Installation of accessories Replacing bulbs Always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing fog lights or any other electrical equipment in your vehicle. Such accessories may cause the electronic system to malfunction if they are incor- rectly installed or if they are not suited for the vehicle. WARNING Bulbs may become very hot while illuminated. Before replacing bulbs, turn off the lights and wait until the bulbs cool down. Otherwise, there is a risk of sustaining a burn injury. CAUTION Replace any bulb only with a new bulb of the specified wattage. Using a bulb of different wattage could result in a fire. For the specified wattage of each bulb, refer to “Bulb chart” F12-13. & Headlights (models with HID headlights) WARNING High-intensity-discharge (HID) bulbs are used for the low beams of the headlights. These HID bulbs use an extremely high voltage. To avoid the risk of an electric shock that could result in serious injury, observe the Black plate (437,1) Maintenance and service 11-37 following precautions. . Do not replace any headlight bulbs (both low beam and high beam) by yourself. . Do not remove/restore the head- light assemblies by yourself. . Do not remove any headlight- assembly components by your- self. replacement, contact your For SUBARU dealer. & Headlights (models without HID headlights) CAUTION Halogen headlight bulbs become very hot while in use. If you touch the bulb surface with bare hands or greasy gloves, fingerprints or grease on the bulb surface will develop into hot spots, causing the bulb to break. there are finger prints or grease on the bulb surface, wipe them away with a soft cloth moistened with alcohol. If – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 11 11-38 Maintenance and service NOTE . If headlight aiming is required, con- sult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim. . It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. ! Low beam light bulbs Right-hand side 1. Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the air intake duct, then remove the air intake duct (right-hand side). Left-hand side 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the secured clip of the washer tank. To make it easy to access the bulb, move the washer tank to the horizontal direction as illustrated (left-hand side). Black plate (438,1) 3. Disconnect from the bulb. the electrical connector the bulb to the headlight 4. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Replace the bulb with a new one. At this time, do not touch the bulb surface. 6. To install assembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks. 7. Reconnect the electrical connector. 8. 9. (right-hand side). 10. Set the washer tank to the original place and secure it by clip (left-hand side). Install the bulb cover. Install the air intake duct with clips 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 ! High beam light bulbs 2. Disconnect from the bulb. the electrical connector Right-hand side 1. Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the air intake duct, then remove the air intake duct (right-hand side). 3. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Replace the bulb with new one. At this time, use care not to touch the bulb surface. 5. To install assembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks. 6. Reconnect the electrical connector. 7. (right-hand side). the air intake duct with clips the bulb to the headlight Install Black plate (439,1) Maintenance and service 11-39 & Front turn signal light It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. & Parking light It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. & Front fog light (if equipped) It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. & Rear combination lights ! 4-door models 11 – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 11-40 Maintenance and service 1. Remove the clips from the trunk trim with a flat-head screwdriver. Black plate (440,1) ! 5-door models 2. Open the rear portion of the trunk trim panel as illustrated. NOTE Make sure that the “*” part of the trunk trim in the illustration does not contact the trunk lid stay. If the “*” part is bent, the trunk trim may be torn. 1) Stop light/Tail and rear side marker light 2) Rear turn signal light 3) Backup light 3. Remove the bulb socket from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and replace it with a new one. 5. Set into the rear the bulb socket combination light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks. 6. Secure the rear trunk trim panel with the clips. 1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the upper and lower screws that secure the rear combination light assembly. 2. Slide the rear combination light as- sembly rearward and remove it from the 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 vehicle. Black plate (441,1) Maintenance and service 11-41 1) Rear side marker light 2) Rear turn signal light 3) Backup light 4) Stop light/Tail light 3. Remove the bulb socket from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and replace it with a new one. 5. Set into the rear the bulb socket combination light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks. 7. Tighten the upper and lower screws. 1) Guide pins 2) Catch 3) Clip 6. Put the rear combination light assem- bly into place while aligning the 2 guide pins and a catch with the guide holes and a clip on the vehicle. 11 – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 11-42 Maintenance and service & License plate light ! 4-door models 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out the socket. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. 5. Reinstall the bulb socket and the trunk lid trim. Install a new bulb. ! 5-door models 1. Open the trunk and remove the clips from the trunk lid trim with a flat-head screwdriver. 1. Insert a finger into the right side of the license plate light cover, then press once to the left and pull out to remove the cover. Black plate (442,1) 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out the socket. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. 5. Reinstall license plate light cover. the bulb socket and the Install a new bulb. 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (443,1) Maintenance and service 11-43 & Dome light and cargo area light & Map light ! Type A its ends are aligned vertically. Pull the bulb straight downward to remove it. 3. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens. ! Type B 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of the lens with a flat-head screwdriver. Dome light 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of the lens with a flat-head screwdriver. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 3. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens. 11 2. Turn the bulb until the flat surfaces at Cargo area light 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (444,1) 11-44 Maintenance and service the lens with a flat-head screwdriver. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 3. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens. & Trunk light & High-mounted stop light (4-door) 1. Remove the cover by squeezing its sides and pulling it. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 3. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the cover. 1) Trunk light 1. Open the trunk and locate the elec- trical connector of the high-mounted stop light that is wired near the trunk light by referring to the illustration. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector by unlocking its retainer using a flat-head screwdriver. Then, enter the rear cabin. 1) Mount assembly 3. While pushing the mount assembly rearward by hand, lift up the front end of the mount assembly to remove it. At this time, be careful not to allow your hand to slip off the mount assembly. 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (445,1) Maintenance and service 11-45 5. Unlock the three retainers and remove the lens. 6. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and replace it with a new one. 7. Reinstall reverse order of removal. the removed parts in the & Other bulbs It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. 1) Retainer 2) Locking lug 4. Undo the two retainers and slide the light assembly to release the locking lug. 1) Lens 11 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (2,1) — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — Left Page Model "ALL_MODEL_MEMO" EDITED: 2007/ 6/ 22 Black plate (23,1) Specifications Specifications ..................................................... 12-2 Dimensions........................................................ 12-2 Engine ............................................................... 12-3 Fuel ................................................................... 12-3 Engine oil .......................................................... 12-4 Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil ........................................... 12-6 Fluids ................................................................ 12-7 Engine coolant ................................................... 12-7 Electrical system................................................ 12-7 Tires.................................................................. Fuses and circuits ............................................. 12-8 12-9 Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment ................................................... Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ................................................. Bulb chart......................................................... Vehicle identification ....................................... 12-9 12-11 12-13 12-16 12 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (450,1) 12-2 Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. & Dimensions Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheel base Tread Item Front Rear Ground clearance* *: Measured with vehicle empty 4-door models 180.3 (4,580) 5-door models Except SPORT models SPORT models 173.8 (4,415) in (mm) 57.7 (1,465) 68.5 (1,740) 104.1 (2,645) 59.4 (1,510) 59.6 (1,515) 59.5 (1,515) 5.7 (145) 5.9 (150) 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (451,1) Specifications 12-3 FB20 (2.0 L, DOHC, non-turbo) Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, 4-stroke gasoline engine 121.7 (1,995) 3.31 6 3.54 (84.0 6 90.0) 10.5 : 1 1 – 3 – 2 – 4 & Engine Engine model Engine type Displacement cu-in (cc) Bore 6 Stroke in (mm) Compression ratio Firing order & Fuel Fuel requirement Unleaded gasoline with 87 AKI or higher Fuel tank capacity 14.5 US gal (55 liters, 12.1 Imp gal) For more details, refer to “Fuel” F7-3. 12 – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (452,1) 12-4 Specifications & Engine oil For the checking, adding and replacing procedure or other details, refer to “Engine oil” F11-7. NOTE The procedure for changing the engine oil and oil filter should be performed by a properly-trained expert. It is recommended that you have this service performed by your SUBARU dealer. ! Approved engine oil Always use the SUBARU approved engine oil. For further details, please contact your SUBARU dealer. If the approved engine oil is unavailable, use the alternative engine oil described on the next page. 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (453,1) Specifications 12-5 ! Alternative engine oil If the SUBARU approved oil is unavailable, the following alternative oil can be used. NOTE Each quantity indicated here is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other factors. ! Non-turbo models Oil grade SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature Engine oil capacity or API classification SM or SN with the words “ENERGY CONSERVING” or “RESOURCE CONSERVING” ILSAC GF-4 or GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mark (Starburst mark) – Adding the oil from low level to full level: 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt) – Changing the oil and oil filter: 5.3 US qt (5.0 liters, 4.4 Imp qt) 0W-20 synthetic oil is the required oil for optimum engine performance and protection. Conventional oil may be used if synthetic oil is unavailable. *: If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available, 5W-30 or 5W-40 conventional oil may be used if replenishment is needed but should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic oil at the next oil change. 12 – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (454,1) 12-6 Specifications & Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil Oil grade API classification GL-5 SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature Oil capacity*1 Manual transmission oil Front differential gear oil (CVT models) Rear differential gear oil – Remarks*2 3.7 US qt (3.5 liters, 3.1 Imp qt) 1.5 US qt (1.4 liters, 1.2 Imp qt) 0.8 US qt (0.8 liters, 0.7 Imp qt) “Manual transmission oil” F11-14 “Front differential gear oil (CVT models)” F11-15 “Rear differential gear oil” F11-15 *1: The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other factors. After refilling the gearbox with oil, the oil level should be checked. *2: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section. 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (455,1) Specifications 12-7 & Fluids Fluid Fluid type*1 Fluid capacity*2 Remarks*3 Continuously variable transmission fluid (CVT models) Brake fluid Clutch fluid (MT models) Consult your SUBARU dealer. 12.9 US qt (12.2 liters, 10.7 Imp qt) FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid – – “Continuously variable trans- mission fluid” F11-14 “Brake fluid” F11-15 “Clutch fluid (MT models)” F11- 16 *1: Use one of the indicated types of fluid. *2: The indicated fluid quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other factors. *3: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section. & Engine coolant Vehicle model Coolant capacity Coolant type MT models CVT models 7.9 US qt (7.5 liters, 6.6 Imp qt) 8.2 US qt (7.8 liters, 6.9 Imp qt) SUBARU Super Coolant The indicated coolant quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other factors. For more details about maintenance and service, refer to “Cooling system” F11-10. & Electrical system Battery type and capacity (5HR) Alternator Spark plugs 55D23L (12V-48AH) 12V-110A SILZKAR7B11 (NGK) 12 – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (456,1) 12-8 Specifications & Tires Tire size Wheel size Pressure Temporary spare tire Wheel nut tightening torque Front Rear Size Pressure P195/65R15 89H P205/55R16 89V 15 6 6 J 16 6 6 1/2 J P205/50R17 88V 17 6 7 JJ*1 17 6 7 J*2 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2) 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2) T135/80 D16 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2) 89 lbf·ft (120 N·m, 12 kgf·m)*3 *1: “SPORT” and “SPORT-Ltd” models *2: Other vehicle models *3: This torque is equivalent to applying approximately 88 to 110 lbf (40 to 50 kgf) at the end of the wheel nut wrench. If you have tightened the wheel nuts by yourself, have the tightening torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility as soon as possible. For the wheel nut tightening procedure, refer to “Changing a flat tire” F9-5. 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (457,1) Fuses and circuits & Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment Fuse panel 10 11 12 Fuse rating 20A Empty 15A 10A 10A 7.5A 15A 20A 15A 7.5A 7.5A 15A 13 10A (15A) 15A 14 Specifications 12-9 Circuit rear Front wiper deicer relay view mirrors . Door locking . Combination meter . Clock . Remote control . Seat heater relay . Combination meter . Stop light . Power supply (battery) Front wiper deicer Turn signal unit Integrated unit control Transmission unit . Engine control unit . Accessory power outlet Integrated unit (center console) . AC110V (If installed) . Parking light . Rear combination light Tail light – CONTINUED – 12 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 12-10 Specifications Black plate (458,1) Fuse panel 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Fuse rating 10A 7.5A 15A 10A 7.5A 10A 7.5A 10A Empty 15A 15A 7.5A 15A 15A 15A Empty 7.5A Fuse panel 32 33 Fuse rating 15A 7.5A Circuit . Clutch switch . Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol unit Circuit Illumination Luggage light . Clock . Seat heaters . Backup light (Spare) . Accessory power outlet (instrument panel) . Starter relay . Air conditioner . Rear window defogger relay coil . Audio unit . Clock . SRS airbag system . Power window relay . Radiator main fan relay . Blower fan . Blower fan Fog light . Auto air conditioner unit Integrated unit 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 & Fuse panel located in the engine compartment A) Main fuse Fuse panel 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Black plate (459,1) Specifications 12-11 Circuit . ABS unit . Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol unit . Main fan (cooling fan) . Sub fan (cooling fan) . Headlight (low beam) . Headlight (high beam) . Back-up . Horn . Rear window defogger . Mirror heater . Automatic transmission Fuel pump control unit . Engine control unit Turn and hazard warn- ing flasher Fuse rating 30A 25A 25A Empty Empty 30A 15A 20A 15A 25A 15A 20A 7.5A 15A 15A Tail and illumination re- lay 7.5A . Alternator 12 – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (460,1) 12-12 Specifications Fuse panel 17 18 19 20 Fuse rating Empty Empty 15A 15A Circuit . Headlight (low beam – right hand) . Headlight (low beam – left hand) 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Bulb chart Black plate (461,1) Specifications 12-13 NOTE Lights A and B are the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement. 12 – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (462,1) 12-14 Specifications 1) High beam headlight 2) Low beam headlight Models with HID light Models with halogen light Front side marker light Parking light Front turn signal light Front fog light 3) Map light 4) Dome light 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) High-mounted stop light (4-door) 10) Trunk light (4-door) 11) Stop light/Tail and rear side marker light (4-door) 12) Rear turn signal light 13) Backup light 14) License plate light 15) Cargo area light (5-door) 16) Rear side marker light (5-door) 17) Stop light/Tail light (5-door) A) Side turn signal light (if equipped) B) High-mounted stop light (5-door) Wattage Bulb No. 12V-60W HB3 (9005) 12V-35W 12V-55W 12V-8W 12V-8W 12V-5W 12V-5W 12V-21W 12V-24W 12V-21W 12V-5W 12V-21/5W 12V-21W 12V-16W 12V-5W 12V-5W 12V-5W 12V-21/5W – D2R H11 – – W5W (168) W5W (168) WY21W PSX24W W21W W5W W21/5W WY21W W16W (921) W5W (168) – W5W (168) W21/5W – – – WARNING . Bulbs may become very hot while illuminated. Before replacing bulbs, turn off the lights and wait until the bulbs cool down. Other- wise, there is a risk of sustaining a burn injury. . For models with HID low beam headlights, observe the following precautions. Not doing so carries the risk of an electric shock that could result in serious injury because the HID bulbs use an extremely high voltage. – Do not replace any headlight bulbs (both low beam and high beam) by yourself. – Do not remove/restore the headlight assemblies by your- self. – Do not remove any headlight- assembly components by yourself. For replacement, contact your SUBARU dealer. 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (463,1) Specifications 12-15 CAUTION Replace any bulb only with a new bulb of the specified wattage. Using a bulb of different wattage could result in a fire. 12 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 12-16 Specifications Vehicle identification Black plate (464,1) 1) Vehicle identification number (under the floor carpet of the right-hand front seat) Tire inflation pressure label 2) Emission control label 3) 4) Certification label 5) Vehicle identification number plate 6) Model number label 7) 8) Air conditioner label Fuel label 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (25,1) Consumer information and Reporting safety defects For U.S.A. ........................................................... 13-2 Tire information.................................................. 13-2 Tire labeling ....................................................... 13-2 Recommended tire inflation pressure.................. 13-4 Glossary of tire terminology ............................... 13-5 Tire care – maintenance and safety practices........................................................ Vehicle load limit – how to determine................ Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities ...................................................... 13-10 13-10 13-13 Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires ........... Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit......... Uniform tire quality grading standards .......... Treadwear ....................................................... Traction AA, A, B, C......................................... Temperature A, B, C......................................... Reporting safety defects (U.S.A.) ................... Supplement ...................................................... Declaration of conformity with FCC rules ......... 13-14 13-14 13-15 13-15 13-15 13-15 13-16 13-17 13-17 13 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 13-2 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Black plate (472,1) For U.S.A. The following information has been compiled according to Code of Federal Regulations “Title 49, Part 575”. Tire information & Tire labeling Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire Identification Number or TIN) are placed on the sidewall of a tire by tire manufacturers. These markings can provide you with useful infor- mation on the tire. ! Tire size Your vehicle comes equipped with P-Metric tire size. It is important to understand the sizing system in selecting the proper tire for your vehicles. Here is a brief review of the tire sizing system with a break- down of its individual elements. ! P Metric With the P-Metric system, Section Width is measured in millimeters. To convert millimeters into inches, divide by 25.4. The Aspect Ratio (Section Height divided by Section Width) helps provide more dimen- sional the tire size. information about Example: (1) P = Certain tire type used on light duty vehicles such as passen- ger cars (2) Section Width in millimeters (3) Aspect Ratio (= section height 7 section width). (4) R = Radial Construction (5) Rim diameter in inches ! Load and Speed Rating Descrip- tions The load and speed rating descrip- tions will appear following the size designation. facts They provide two important about the number designation is its load index. Sec- ond, the letter designation indicates the tire’s speed rating. the tire. First, 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (473,1) Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-3 Example: (6) Load Index: A numerical code which specifies the maximum load a tire can carry at the speed indicated by its speed symbol, at maximum inflation pressure. For example, “90” means 1,323 lbs (600 kg), “89” means 1,278 lbs (580 kg). WARNING Load indices apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a load rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be loaded up to the tire’s rated load. (7) Speed Rating: An alphabetical system describing a tire’s capability to travel at established and prede- termined speeds. For example, “V” means 149 mph (240 km/h) WARNING . Speed ratings apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a speed rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be operated at the tire’s rated speed. . The speed rating is void if the tires are worn out, da- maged, repaired, retreaded, or otherwise altered from their original condition. If tires are repaired, re- treaded, or otherwise al- tered, they may not be sui- table for original equipment tire designed loads and speeds. ! Tire Identification Number (TIN) Tire Identification Number (TIN) is marked on the intended outboard sidewall. The TIN is composed of four groups. Here is a brief review of the TIN with a breakdown of its individual elements. (1) Manufacturer’s Identification Mark (2) Tire Size (3) Tire Type Code (4) Date of Manufacture The first two figures identify the week, starting with “01” to represent the first full week of the calendar year; the second two figures repre- sent the year. For example, 0101 means the 1st week of 2001. ! Other markings The following makings are also placed on the sidewall. ! Maximum permissible inflation pressure The maximum cold inflation pres- sure to which this tire may be “300 kPa inflated. For example, (44 PSI) MAX. PRESS” – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 13 13-4 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects STEEL + 2 POLYESTER SIDE- WALL 2 POLYESTER” ! Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) For details, refer to “Uniform tire quality grading standards” F13-15. & Recommended tire inflation pressure ! Recommended cold tire infla- tion pressure For recommended cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle’s tires, refer to “Tires” F12-8. ! Vehicle placard ! Maximum load rating The load rating at the maximum permissible weight load for this tire. For example, “MAX. LOAD 580 kg (1279 LBS) @ 300 kPa (44 PSI) MAX. PRESS.” WARNING Maximum load rating applies only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a load rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be loaded up to the tire’s rated load. ! Construction type Applicable construction of this tire. For example, “TUBELESS STEEL BELTED RADIAL” ! Construction The generic name of each cord material used in the plies (both sidewall and tread area) of this tire. “PLIES: TREAD 2 For example, Black plate (474,1) The vehicle placard is affixed to the driver’s side B-pillar. Example: The vehicle placard shows original tire size, recommended cold tire inflation pressure on each tire at maximum loaded vehicle weight, seating capacity and loading infor- mation. ! Adverse safety consequences of under-inflation Driving at high speeds with exces- sively low tire pressures can cause the tires to flex severely and to rapidly become hot. A sharp in- 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (475,1) Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-5 crease in temperature could cause tread separation, and failure of the tire(s). Possible resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. ! Measuring and adjusting air pressure to achieve proper in- flation Check and, if necessary, adjust the pressure of each tire (including the spare) at least once a month and before any long journey. Check the tire pressures when the tires are cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the specific values. Driving even a short distance warms up the tires and increases the tire pressures. Also, the tire pressures are affected by the outside temperature. is best to check tire pressure out- doors before driving the vehicle. When a tire becomes warm, the air inside it expands, causing the tire pressure to increase. Be careful not to mistakenly release air from a warm tire to reduce its pressure. It (whether & Glossary of tire terminology . Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of automatic transmis- sion, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, radio, and heater, to the extent that these items are available as factory-in- stalled equipment in- stalled or not). . Bead The part of the tire that is made of steel wires, wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is shaped to fit the rim. . Bead separation A breakdown of the bond between components in the bead. . Bias ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at alternate angles substantially less than 90 degrees to the center- line of the tread. . Carcass The tire structure, except tread and rubber which, when in- sidewall flated, bears the load. . Chunking The breaking away of pieces of the tread or sidewall. . Cold tire pressure The pressure in a tire that has been driven less than 1 mile or has been standing for three hours or more. . Cord The strands forming the plies in the tire. . Cord separation The parting of cords from adjacent rubber compounds. . Cracking Any parting within the tread, side- wall, or the tire extending to cord material. . Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning and additional weight optional engine. liner of inner – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 13 13-6 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects . Extra load tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and higher inflation pressure than the corresponding standard tire. . Groove The space between two adjacent tread ribs. . Innerliner The layer(s) forming the inside sur- face of a tubeless tire that contains the inflating medium within the tire. . Innerliner separation The parting of the innerliner from cord material in the carcass. . Intended outboard sidewall (1) The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other side- wall of the tire, or (2) The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must al- ways face outward when mount- ing on a vehicle. . Light truck (LT) tire A tire designated by its manufac- turer as primarily intended for use on lightweight trucks or multipur- pose passenger vehicles. . Load rating The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given inflation pressure. . Maximum inflation pressure The maximum cold inflation pres- sure to which a tire may be inflated. . Maximum load rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. . Maximum loaded vehicle weight The sum of: (a) Curb weight (b) Accessory weight (c) Vehicle capacity weight (d) Production options weight . Maximum permissible inflation pressure The maximum cold inflation pres- sure to which a tire may be inflated. Black plate (476,1) . Measuring rim The rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension requirements. . Normal occupant weight 150 lbs (68 kg) times the number of occupants specified in the second column of Table 1 that is appended to the end of this section. . Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehi- cle as specified in the third column of Table 1 that is appended to the end of this section. . Open splice Any parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or innerliner that extends to cord material. . Outer diameter The overall diameter of an inflated new tire. . Overall width The linear distance between the the sidewalls of an exteriors of inflated tire, including elevations due to labeling, decorations, or protective bands or ribs. 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (477,1) Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-7 rubber compound . Passenger car tire A tire intended for use on passen- ger cars, multipurpose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lbs (4,535 kg) or less. . Ply A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords. . Ply separation A parting of between adjacent plies. . Pneumatic tire A mechanical device made of rub- ber, chemicals, fabric and steel or other materials, that, when mounted on an automotive wheel, provides the traction and contains the gas or fluid that sustains the load. . Production options weight The combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) in excess of those standard items which they replace, not previously considered in curb weight or acces- roof ride levelers, sory weight, including heavy duty brakes, rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim. . Radial ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. . Recommended inflation pres- sure The cold inflation pressure recom- mended by a vehicle manufacturer. . Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher inflation pres- sures than the corresponding stan- dard tire. . Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated. . Rim diameter Nominal diameter of the bead seat. . Rim size designation Rim diameter and width. . Rim type designation The industry of manufacturer’s des- ignation for a rim by style or code. . Rim width Nominal distance between rim flanges. . Section width The linear distance between the exteriors of the sidewalls of an inflated tire, excluding elevations due to labeling, decoration, or protective bands. . Sidewall That portion of a tire between the tread and bead. . Sidewall separation The parting of pound from the cord material the sidewall. . Test rim The rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and it may be any rim listed as appropriate for use with that tire. . Tread That portion of a tire that comes into contact with the road. the rubber com- in – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 13 13-8 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Black plate (478,1) accessory weight, and normal oc- cupant weight (distributed in accor- dance with Table 1 that is ap- pended to the end of this section) and dividing by 2. . Wheel-holding fixture The fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly securely during testing. . Tread rib A tread section running circumfer- entially around a tire. . Tread separation Pulling away of the tread from the tire carcass. . Treadwear indicators (TWI) The projections within the principal grooves designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread. . Vehicle capacity weight The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lbs (68 kg) times the vehicle’s designated seating capa- city. . Vehicle maximum load on the tire Load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded vehicle weight and dividing by two. . Vehicle normal load on the tire is Load on an individual tire that determined by distributing to each axle its share of the curb weight, 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (479,1) Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-9 Table 1 — Occupant loading and distribution for vehicle normal load for various designated seating capacities Designated seating capacity, number of occupants 2 through 4 5 through 10 11 through 15 16 through 22 Vehicle normal load, number of occupants Occupant distribution in a normally loaded vehicle 2 in front. 2 in front, 1 in second seat. 2 in front, 1 in second seat, 1 in third seat, 1 in fourth seat. 2 in front, 2 in second seat, 2 in third seat, 1 in fourth seat. 13 – CONTINUED – 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 13-10 Consumer information and Reporting safety defects & Tire care – maintenance and safety practices . Check on a daily basis that the tires are free from serious damage, nails, and stones. At the same time, check the tires for abnormal wear. Inspect the tire tread regularly and replace the tires before their tread wear indicators become visi- ble. When a tire’s tread wear indicator becomes visible, the tire is worn beyond the acceptable limit and must be replaced immediately. With a tire in this condition, driving at even low speeds in wet weather can cause the vehicle to hydro- plane. Possible resulting loss of vehicle control can lead to an accident. . To maximize the life of each tire and ensure that the tires wear uniformly, to rotate the tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km). For information about the tire rota- tion order, refer to “Tire rotation” F11-26. Replace any damaged or unevenly worn tires at the time of is best it rotation. After tire rotation, adjust the tire pressures and make sure the wheel nuts are correctly tigh- tened. For information about the tightening torque and tightening sequence for the wheel nuts, refer to “Flat tires” F9-5. & Vehicle load limit – how to determine The load capacity of your vehicle is determined by weight, not by avail- able cargo space. The load limit of your vehicle is shown on the vehicle placard attached to the driver’s side B-pillar. Locate the “The combined weight statement of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle’s placard. The vehicle placard also shows seating capacity of your vehicle. The total load capacity includes the total weight of driver and all pas- sengers and their belongings, any cargo, any optional equipment such as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike Black plate (480,1) carrier, etc., and the tongue load of a trailer. Therefore cargo capacity can be calculated by the following method. Cargo capacity = Load limit − (total weight of occupants + total weight of optional equipment + tongue load of a trailer (if applicable)) For information about vehicle load- ing, refer to “Loading your vehicle” F8-12. NOTE Your vehicle is neither designed nor intended to be used for trailer towing. Therefore, never tow a trailer with your vehicle. 北米Model "A1120BE-B" EDITED: 2011/ 10/ 28 Black plate (481,1) Consumer information and Reporting safety defects 13-11 ! Calculating total and load ca- pacities varying seating con- figurations Calculate the available load capa- city as shown in the following examples: Example 1A occupant weighing 154 lbs (70 kg) plus cargo weighing 662 lbs (300 kg). 1. Calculate the total weight. Example 1B Vehicle capacity weight of the vehicle is 900 lbs (408 kg), which is indicated on the vehicle placard with the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 900 lbs or 408 kg”. For example, if the vehicle has one 2. Calculate the available load ca- pacity by subtracting the total weight from the vehicle capacity weight of 900 lbs (408 kg). 3. The result of step 2 shows that a further 84 lbs (38 kg) of cargo can be carried. For example, if a person weighing

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