2012 Subaru Impreza Owners Manual

“LOCK” or “ACC” position.

1)

Trip knob

This meter displays the odometer when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The odometer shows the total distance that the vehicle has been driven.

If you press the trip knob when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position, the odometer/trip meter will light up. If you do not press the trip knob within 10
seconds of illumination of the odometer/ trip meter, the odometer/trip meter will turn off.

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Also, if you open and close the driver’s door within 10 seconds of illumination of the odometer/trip meter, the odometer/trip meter will turn off.

& Double trip meter

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 turn off. Also, if you open and close the driver’s door within 10 seconds of illumination of the odometer/trip meter, the odometer/trip meter will turn off.

The display can be switched as shown in the following sequence by pressing the trip knob.

1)

Trip knob

This meter displays the two trip meters when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The trip meter shows the distance that the vehicle has been driven since you last set it to zero.

If you press the trip knob when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position, the odometer/trip meter will light up. It is possible to switch between the A trip meter and B trip meter indications while

*1: They cannot be displayed when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

*2: MT models only

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

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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. This may cause severe da- mage to the engine.

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& Fuel gauge

door, the fuel gauge indication will turn off. NOTE You will see the “ ” sign in the fuel gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler door (lid) is located on the right side of the vehicle.

& ECO gauge

NOTE . The ECO gauge shows only an approximate indication of fuel effi- ciency. . After resetting the trip meter, the average rate of fuel consumption is not shown until driving 0.6 mile (1 km). Before that time, the ECO gauge does not operate.

Fuel gauge 1)

Trip knob

The fuel gauge is displayed when the ignition is in the “ON” position, and it shows the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the tank.

The gauge indication may change 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

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

The ECO gauge shows the difference between the current rate of fuel consump- tion and the average rate of fuel consump- tion since the trip meter was last reset.

If the needle of the gauge moves towards the right side, this indicates better fuel efficiency.

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Warning and indicator lights

: Coolant temperature high warning light

: Shift-up indicator light (MT models)

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Several of the warning and indicator lights illuminate when the ignition switch is initially turned to the “ON” position. This permits checking the operation of the bulbs.

Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. For the system check, the following lights illuminate and then turn off after several seconds or after the engine has started.

: Seatbelt warning light

(The seatbelt warning light only when the driver seatbelt.) : Front passenger’s seatbelt warning

turns off fastens the

light (The seatbelt warning light turns off only when the front seat passenger fastens the seatbelt.)

: Charge warning light

: Oil pressure warning light

: Engine low oil level warning light

: Windshield washer fluid warning light

: AT OIL TEMP warning light

(CVT models)

: Low tire pressure warning light

(U.S.- spec. models)

: ABS warning light

: Brake system warning light

: Low fuel warning light

: Hill start assist warning light

(MT models)/Hill start assist OFF indica- tor light (MT models)

: Door open warning light

: SRS airbag system warning light

: AWD warning light (CVT models)

ON /

: Front passenger’s frontal airbag

ON indicator light

: Front passenger’s frontal airbag

OFF indicator light

: CHECK ENGINE warning light/Mal-

function indicator light

: Power steering warning light

: Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Vehicle Dynamics Control opera- tion indicator light

: Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indica-

tor light

: Cruise control indicator light

(if equipped)

: Cruise control set indicator light

(if equipped)

: Headlight indicator light (if equipped)

: Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light (models with HID head- lights)

If any lights fail to illuminate, 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- belts by illuminating the warning lights in the locations indicated in the following illustration and sounding a chime.

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Driver’s warning light

Front passenger’s warning light ! Operation If the driver and/or front passenger have/ has not yet fastened the seatbelt(s) when

If

to warn that

the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the seatbelt warning light(s) will flash for 6 seconds, the 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.

– 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.

. 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

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time, however,

the turned ON next 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 “Front seats” F1-2.

If the seatbelt warning device for the front

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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

WARNING

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

ing light

. No illumination of

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

. Continuous illumination of

warning light

. Illumination of the warning light

while driving

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& Front passenger’s frontal

airbag ON and OFF indica- tors

ON /

: 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 turn off for 2 seconds. After that, one of the – CONTINUED –

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indicators illuminates depending on the status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag determined by the SUBARU ad- vanced frontal airbag system monitoring. 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 off. If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag the passenger’s frontal is deactivated, airbag ON indicator will remain off while the OFF indicator will illuminate. With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” position, if both the ON and OFF indica- tors remain illuminated or off simulta- neously even after the system check the system is malfunctioning. period, Contact your SUBARU dealer immedi- ately for an inspection. & CHECK ENGINE warn- ing light/Malfunction in- dicator light

CAUTION

If the CHECK ENGINE light illumi- nates while you are driving, have your vehicle checked/repaired by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. Continued vehicle opera- tion without having the emission

control system checked and re- paired as necessary could cause serious damage, which may not be covered by your vehicle’s warranty.

If this light illuminates 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 illuminates steadily If the light illuminates steadily while driving or does not turn off 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 illuminates 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 light illuminating 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

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turn off,

the light

take several driving trips. If the light does not 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 CHECK ENGINE warning light may stop blinking and illuminate steadily after several driving trips. You should have your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immediately.

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& Coolant temperature

low indicator light/Cool- ant temperature high warning light

CAUTION

if

. After turning the ignition switch to the “ON” position, this indicator light/warning light be- haves in any of the following ways, the electrical system may be malfunctioning. Contact your SUBARU dealer immediately for an inspection. – It remains blinking in RED. – It remains illuminated in RED

for more than 2 seconds.

– It remains blinking in RED and

BLUE alternately.

. While driving,

if

this indicator light/warning light behaves in any of the following ways, take the specified appropriate mea- sure listed below. – Blinking or illuminated in

RED: Safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible, and refer to the emergency steps to take in the case of engine

overheating. After that, have the system checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer. Refer to “Engine overheating” F9- 11.

– Blinking in RED and BLUE

alternately: The electrical system may be malfunctioning. Contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec- tion.

temperature low indicator temperature high warning

This coolant light/coolant light has the following three functions. . Illumination in BLUE indicates insuffi- cient warming up of the engine . Blinking in RED indicates that engine is close to overheating . Illumination in RED indicates overheat- ing condition of the engine

the

For a system check, this indicator light/ warning light illuminates in RED for approximately 2 seconds when the igni- tion switch is turned to the “ON” position. After that, this indicator light/warning light changes to BLUE and maintains illumina- tion in BLUE. This BLUE illuminated light turns off when the engine is warmed up sufficiently.

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the engine coolant

temperature in- If the creases over indicator light/warning light blinks in RED. At this time, the engine is close to overheating.

the specified range,

the engine coolant

If temperature in- creases further, the indicator light/warning light illuminates in RED continuously. At this time, the engine may be overheating.

When the indicator light/warning light blinks in RED or illuminates in RED, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible, and refer to the emergency steps to take in the case of engine overheating. Refer to “Engine overheating” F9-11. After that, have the system checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer.

if

the indicator

Also, light/warning light often blinks in RED, the electrical system may be malfunctioning. Contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. NOTE If the engine is restarted after a certain driving condition, this indicator light/ warning light may illuminate in RED. However, this is not a malfunction if the indicator light/warning light turns off after a short time.

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

If the light illuminates while driving or does not turn off 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 illuminated, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. & Oil pressure warning

If the belt

light

If this light illuminates 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 illuminates while driving or does not turn off 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 illuminated, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. For details about checking the engine oil level or adding the engine oil, refer to “Engine oil” F11-7.

CAUTION

Do not operate the engine with the oil pressure warning light illumi- nated. This may cause serious en- gine damage.

& Engine low oil level

warning light

This light illuminates when the engine oil level decreases to the lower limit. The illuminating conditions and remaining oil quantity are as follows. . when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position but the engine is not running: approximately 2.4 US qt (2.3 liters, 2.0
Imp qt) . while the engine is running: approxi- mately 4.0 US qt (3.8 liters, 3.3 Imp qt)

level

If the engine low oil level warning light illuminates while driving, park the vehicle location, and then in a safe and level check the engine oil level. When the is not within the normal engine oil range, to “Engine oil” F11-7. If the warning light does not turn off after refilling the engine oil, or the warning light illuminates even though the engine oil level is within the normal range, have the

refill with engine oil. Refer

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vehicle checked by a SUBARU dealer. NOTE . The engine low oil level warning light will not turn off immediately even if you replace or add engine oil. It will turn off after the vehicle starts to move. Depending on the driving conditions and environment where the vehicle is driven, it may take a period of approxi- mately 10 minutes for the warning light to turn off. If the warning light has still not turned off after 15 minutes have elapsed, contact your SUBARU dealer. . The warning light may illuminate temporarily in the following conditions because a low oil level may be detected as a result of significant oil movement in the engine.

– when the vehicle is considerably inclined on an uphill or steep slope – when the vehicle has continu- ously accelerated and decelerated – when the vehicle is continuously turned – when the vehicle is driven on a road that alternates continuously between uphill and downhill

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& Windshield washer fluid warning light

This light illuminates when the fluid level in the windshield washer fluid tank de- creases to the lower limit (approximately 1.1 US qt, 1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt). & AT OIL TEMP warning

light (CVT models)

If this light illuminates when the engine is running, it may indicate that the transmis- sion fluid temperature is too hot.

the light

illuminates while driving,

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

ing

the engine has started,

If the “AT OIL TEMP” warning light flashes after it may indicate that the transmission control system is not working properly. Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer 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 illuminate 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 turn off. 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 those tires.)

tire inflation pressure for

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-

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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

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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

this light does not

If illuminate briefly after the ignition switch is turned ON or the light illuminates steadily after blinking for approxi- mately one minute, you should have your Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys- tem checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. If this light illuminates 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 illuminates while driving after adjusting the tire pres- sure, a tire may have significant damage and a fast leak that causes

this light still

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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 illuminate 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. If the light illuminates steadily after blinking for approximately one min- ute, promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected.

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- 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 turn off a few minutes later. Therefore, be sure to install the specified size for the front and rear tires.

& ABS warning light

CAUTION

. If any of the following conditions occur, we recommend that you have the ABS system repaired at the first available opportunity by your SUBARU dealer. – The warning light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

– The warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, but it does not turn off even when the vehicle speed ex-

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ceeds approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).

– The warning light illuminates

during driving.

. When the warning light is on (and the brake system warning light is off), the ABS function shuts down. However, the conventional brake system continues to oper- ate normally.

refer

The ABS warning light illuminates to- gether with the brake system warning light the EBD system malfunctions. For if further details of the EBD system mal- to “Electronic function warning, Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system warning” F3-18. NOTE If the warning light behavior is as described in the following conditions, the ABS system may be considered normal. . The warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and turns off approxi- mately 2 seconds after the engine has started. . The warning light illuminates right after the engine is started but turns off immediately, remaining off.

. The warning light remains illumi- nated after the engine has been started, but it turns off when the vehicle speed reaches approximately 25 mph (40
km/h). . The warning light illuminates during driving, but it turns off immediately and remains off. When driving with an insufficient battery voltage such as when the engine is jump started, the ABS warning light may illumi- nate. This is due to the low battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction. When the battery becomes fully charged, the light will turn off. & 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 illuminated, 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

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nearest SUBARU dealer for re- pair.

This light has the following functions. ! Parking brake warning The light illuminates with the parking brake applied while the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. It turns off when the parking brake is fully released. ! Brake fluid level warning This light illuminates 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 the brake system warning light should illuminate 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.

this occurs,

If

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! 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 illuminates together with the ABS warning light. The EBD system may be malfunctioning if 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. 3. Release the parking brake. If both warning lights turn off, the EBD system may be malfunctioning. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 4. If both warning lights illuminate again and remain illuminated after the engine

If

the brake fluid level

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 malfunctioning. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the system inspected. 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 illuminates when the tank is nearly empty, at approxi- mately 2.6 US gal (10.0 liters, 2.2 Imp gal). It only operates when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

CAUTION

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

NOTE This light does not turn off unless the tank is replenished up to an internal

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fuel quantity of approximately 3.5 US gal (13 liters, 2.9 Imp gal).

& Hill start assist warning

light (MT models)/Hill start assist OFF indica- tor light (MT models)

! Hill start assist warning light While the engine is running, if there are any malfunctions in the Hill start assist system, the warning light will illuminate.

WARNING

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

! Hill start assist OFF indicator light While the Hill start assist system is deactivated, the Hill start assist OFF indicator light illuminates continuously to inform the driver that the Hill start assist system is not operational.

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& Door open warning

light

The warning light illuminates if any door, the rear gate (5-door models) or trunk lid (4-door models) is not fully closed. This function is effective even if the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position, or the key is removed from the ignition switch.

Always make sure this light is not illumi- nated before you start to drive. & All-Wheel Drive warn- ing light (CVT models)

This light illuminates when All-Wheel Drive is disengaged and the drive me- chanism is switched to Front Wheel Drive for maintenance 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

whether any of excessively low inflation pressure.

the tires has an

& Power steering warn-

ing light

This warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and turns off after the engine has started. This indicates that the warn- ing system is working properly.

While the engine is running, this warning light illuminates when a malfunction has been detected in the electric power steer- ing system.

CAUTION

When the power steering warning light is illuminated, there may be more resistance when the steering wheel is operated. Drive carefully to the nearest SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle inspected immedi- ately.

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

NOTE If the steering wheel is operated in the following ways, the power steering control system may temporarily limit the power assist in order to prevent the

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system components, such as the con- trol computer and drive motor, from overheating. . The steering wheel is operated fre- quently and turned sharply while the vehicle is maneuvered at extremely low speeds, such as while frequently turn- ing the steering wheel during parallel parking. . The steering wheel remains in the fully turned position for a long period of time.

At this time, there will be more resis- tance when steering. However this is not a malfunction. Normal steering force will be restored after the steering wheel is not operated for a while and the power steering control system has an opportunity to cool down. However, if the power steering is operated in a non-standard way which causes power assist limitation to occur too fre- quently, that may result in a malfunc- tion of the power steering control system.

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& Vehicle Dynamics

Control warning light/ Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol operation indicator light

! Vehicle Dynamics Control warning

light

CAUTION

The Vehicle Dynamics Control sys- tem provides its ABS control through the electrical circuit of the ABS system. Accordingly, if the ABS is inoperative, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system becomes unable to provide ABS control. As a result, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system also becomes inoperative, causing the warning light to illuminate. Though both the Vehicle Dynamics Control and ABS systems are inop- erative in this case, the ordinary functions of the brake system are still available. You will be safe while driving with this condition, but drive carefully and have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

NOTE . If the electrical circuit of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system itself mal- functions, the warning light only illumi- nates. At this time, the ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) remains fully opera- tional. . The warning light illuminates when the electronic control system of the ABS/Vehicle Dynamics Control system malfunctions. 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 illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. . The warning light illuminates while the vehicle is running. NOTE If the warning light behavior is as described in the following examples, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system may be considered normal. . The warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and turns off approxi- mately 2 seconds after the engine has started.

. The warning light illuminates right after the engine is started but turns off immediately, remaining off. . The warning light illuminates after the engine has started and turns off while the vehicle is subsequently being driven. . The warning light illuminates during driving, but it turns off immediately and remains off. . The warning light illuminates when the engine has stalled and continues to illuminate after the engine has been restarted. However, it will turn off once the vehicle starts moving. ! Vehicle Dynamics Control opera-

tion indicator light

The indicator light flashes during activa- tion of the skid suppression function and during activation of the traction control function. NOTE . The light may remain illuminated for a short period of time after the engine has been started, especially in cold weather. This does not indicate the existence of a problem. The light should turn off as soon as the engine has warmed up. . The indicator light illuminates when the engine has developed a problem

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and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/ malfunction indicator light is on. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably malfunctioning under the follow- ing condition. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . The light does not turn off even after the lapse of several minutes (the engine has warmed up) after the engine has started. & Vehicle Dynamics

Control OFF indicator light The light illuminates when the Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch is pressed to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Con- trol system.

The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably malfunctioning under any of the following conditions. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi- ately. . The light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. . The light does not turn off even once several seconds have elapsed after the ignition switch has been turned to the “ON” position.

& Security indicator light This indicator light shows the status of the alarm system. It also indicates operation of the immobilizer system. ! Alarm system It blinks to show the driver the operational status of the alarm system. For detailed information, refer to “Alarm system” F2- 12. ! Immobilizer system The security indicator light starts blinking in the following conditions. . approximately 60 seconds after the ignition switch is turned from the “ON” position to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position . immediately after the ignition key is pulled out

If the indicator light does not blink in the above conditions, it may indicate that immobilizer system may be malfunction- ing. Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately.

In the event that an unauthorized key (for is example, an unauthorized duplicate) used, illumi- nates. For details about the immobilizer system, refer to “Immobilizer” F2-2.

the security indicator light

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NOTE . The security indicator light remains off in the following conditions. This is normal and does not indicate a mal- function.

– while the engine is running – for approximately 60 seconds after the ignition switch is turned from the “ON” position to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position

. Even if the security indicator light flashes irregularly or its fuse blows (the light does not flash if its fuse is blown), the immobilizer system will function normally.

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& Shift-up indicator light

(MT models)

While driving, nates and informs the driver about upshift timing for fuel-efficient driving.

this indicator light

illumi- the

The shift-up indicator can be activated or deactivated by performing the following procedure. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” or “ACC” position. 2. Press the trip knob to show “ “

” on the trip meter display.

” or

The display can be switched as shown in the following sequence by pressing the trip knob.

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& Select lever/gear position in-

dicator (CVT models)

1) Upshift indicator 2) Downshift indicator

This indicator shows the position of the select lever.

For models with manual mode, when the manual mode is selected, the gear posi- tion indicator (which shows the current gear selection) and the upshift/downshift indicator light up. Refer to “Continuously variable transmission” F7-18. & Turn signal indicator

lights

These lights show the operation of the turn signal or lane change signal.

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*1: They cannot be displayed when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

*2: MT models only

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

: Activated : Deactivated

NOTE . The initial setting for the shift-up indicator has been set for activation “ ” at the time of shipment from the factory. . It is not possible to change the setting of the shift-up indicator when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. Change the setting when the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position.

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 “Replacing bulbs” F11-37. & High beam indicator

light

This light shows that the headlights are in the high beam mode. This indicator light also illuminates when the headlight flasher is operated. & Cruise control indica- tor light (if equipped)

This light illuminates when the “CRUISE” main switch is pressed to activate the cruise control function. For details, refer to “To set cruise control” F7-37. NOTE If this indicator light and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction in- dicator light flash simultaneously dur- ing driving, have the vehicle checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer.

& Cruise control set in-

dicator light (if equipped)

This light illuminates when vehicle speed has been set to use the cruise control function. Refer to “To set cruise control” F7-37. & Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light (models with HID headlights)

This light illuminates when the automatic headlight beam leveler does not operate normally. If this light illuminates while driving or does not turn off approximately 3 seconds after turning the ignition switch to the “ON” position, have your vehicle inspected at your SUBARU dealer. & Front fog light indicator

light (if equipped)

This indicator light front fog lights are illuminated.

illuminates while the

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& Headlight indicator light (if equipped)

This indicator light illuminates under the following conditions. . when the light switch is turned to the “ . when the light control switch is in the “AUTO” position and the headlights illumi- nate automatically

” position

” or “

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Information display (if equipped)

& Outside temperature indica-

tor

! Road surface freeze warning indi-

cation

1) Outside temperature indicator 2) Driving information display 3) Clock

With the ignition switch in the“ ACC” position, the clock appears on the display. With the ignition switch in the “ON” position, the outside temperature indica- tor, driving information display and clock all appear on the display.

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

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

The outside temperature indicator shows the outside temperature in a range from −40 to 1228F (−40 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

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that can be driven taking into account the amount of fuel remaining in the tank and the average rate of fuel consumption. When the low fuel warning light illumi- nates, the driving range display flashes for 5 seconds. (The display first switches to the driving range value if a different value was previously displayed.)

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.

& Driving information display

! Driving range on remaining fuel

1)

Information display switching knob

With the ignition switch in the “ON” position, each successive press of the information display switching knob toggles the display in the following sequence.

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

The driving range indicates the distance

1) U.S.-spec. models 2) Except U.S.-spec. models the driving range is shown as “

”, If there is only a tiny amount of fuel left in the tank. You must refuel the vehicle immedi- ately. NOTE The driving range on remaining fuel is only a guide. The indicated value may differ from the actual driving range on

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remaining fuel, so you must immedi- ately fill the tank when the low fuel warning light illuminates. ! Average fuel consumption

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

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

1)

Trip knob

Pressing the trip knob toggles the display between the average fuel consumption corresponding to the A trip meter display and the average fuel consumption corre- sponding to the B trip meter display. When either of the trip meter displays 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 display is reset, the average fuel consumption

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corresponding to that trip meter dis- play is not shown until the vehicle has subsequently covered a distance of 1
mile (or 1 km). ! Current fuel consumption

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

This indication shows the rate of consumption at the present moment.

fuel

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! Journey time

The journey time shows the time that has elapsed since the ignition switch was turned to the “ON” position.

display is giving a reading other than the journey time, the display switches to the journey time, flashes for 5 seconds, and returns to its original reading each time a complete hour has elapsed. NOTE The journey time is reset when the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK” position. It is also reset if the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK” or “ACC” position prior to restarting of the engine. ! Average vehicle speed

The journey time indication flashes each time a complete hour has elapsed. If the

This display shows the average vehicle speed since the trip meter was last reset.

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

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1)

Trip knob

Pressing the trip knob toggles the display between the average vehicle speed cor- responding to the A trip meter display and the average vehicle speed corresponding to the B trip meter display. When either of the trip meter displays is reset, the corresponding average vehicle speed value is also reset. NOTE When either trip meter display is reset, the average vehicle speed correspond- ing to that trip meter display is not shown until the vehicle has subse- quently covered a distance of 1 mile (or 1 km).

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! Turn off display of driving informa-

tion display

The driving information display can be turned off. To turn off the display, turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and press the “+” button adjacent to the clock display for approximately 5 seconds. Then, the driving information display and the clock display will blink for 3 seconds to notify you that the driving information display has been turned off. To restore the driving information display, once again press the “+” button for approximately 5 seconds. NOTE . The initial display setting of the driving information display has been set to operational at the time of ship- ment from the factory. . The average fuel consumption and average vehicle speed are calculated even while the driving information dis- play is not displayed. . Even if you turn off the driving information display, the display will automatically turn on when the battery voltage is disconnected and then re- connected for battery replacement or fuse replacement.

& Clock

To adjust the time shown by the clock, press the “+” button or “−” button. If you press the “+” button, the indicated time will change in one-minute increments. If you press the “−” button, the indicated time will change in one-minute decrements. If you keep the button pressed, the rate at which the indicated time changes will speed up.

The clock can be set to 12-hour or 24-hour clock displays. Perform the following procedure to switch the display format. 1. Place the ignition switch in the “LOCK” position. 2. Press and hold the “−” button that is located near the clock display for approxi- mately 5 seconds. The clock display will then start to flash.

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3. While the clock display is flashing, press and hold the “+” button for approxi- mately 2 seconds. The clock format will then change. 4. The clock display will continue to flash for approximately 3 seconds to inform you that the clock display has been changed. If you want to change the clock display again, press and hold the “+” button for approximately 2 seconds while the clock display is flashing.

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Multi function display (Non-US vehicles only; if equipped)

malfunction is detected. In addition, sev- eral settings for the displayed content can be performed.

WARNING

. Always pay adequate attention to safe driving when operating the multi function display while the vehicle is in motion. When opera- tion of the multi-function display is disturbing your awareness and ability to concentrate on driving, stop the vehicle before perform- ing operations on the screen. Also, do not concentrate on the display while driving. Doing so may cause you to look away from the road and could result in an accident.

. Adjust the beep volume so that you can hear noises in the en- vironment outside while driving. If you drive the vehicle without hearing noises in the environ- ment outside, an accident may occur.

Various information will be shown on the multi function display. Also, a warning message will appear on the display if a

Multi function display 1) Outside temperature indicator 2) 3)

Information reminder Top display (For the display setting, refer

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to “Top display setting” F3-44.)

4) Clock 5) Driving information display (For the dis- played contents, refer to “Basic screens” F3-32.)

Control switch 1) Up (select) 2) Set (enter) 3) Down (select)

& Basic operation ” of the control By operating “ ” or “ switch, the screens and selection items can be switched. When the “ /SET” switch is pulled toward you, the item can be selected and set.

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interrupt the current screen, and appear on the display accompanied by a beep. If such a screen is displayed, take proper action according to the message shown on the screen.

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& Ending screen

return to the The warning screen will original screen after a few seconds. If the warning screen can be displayed again, an information reminder “ ” will appear on the upper the the message marked display. To recall with “ /SET” switch on the steering wheel toward you.

” on the display, pull the “

left part of

& Opening screen is unlocked and the When the door driver’s door the opening screen will appear for approximately 20
seconds.

is opened,

NOTE . The opening screen will disappear when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position while the opening screen is displayed. . If any of the doors (including the rear gate) is opened while the opening screen is displayed, the door ajar warning will appear. . The opening screen can be set to on or off. For details, refer to “Bypass screen setting” F3-50.

When the ignition switch is turned to the “LOCK” position, the “Goodbye” screen will appear for approximately 3 seconds.

& Self-check screen When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the vehicle self-check is performed. The screens corresponding to the following items will appear one after another for approximately 2 seconds each.

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1) Windshield washer fluid 2) Brake fluid 3) Engine oil 4) Oil filter 5) 6)

Tire Inspection and maintenance

If there is no warning message, the self- check is complete without notification.

Example of notification

there is a warning message or a If maintenance notification, it will appear for approximately 3 seconds. Take the appro- priate actions based on the messages indicated. NOTE The self-check screen can be set to on or off. For details, refer to “On/Off setting” F3-53.

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& Basic screens By operating the “ switch is pulled and held, the selection screen can be displayed.

” or “

” switch on the steering wheel, you can switch the screen that is always displayed. Also, when the “

/SET”

Fuel consumption screen

ECO gauge screen

ECO history screen

Displays the following information

a value for the average fuel consumption corresponding to the driving distance of each trip meter a bar indicator showing the current fuel consumption a value for the driving range based on remaining fuel

The displayed location can be customized. For details, refer to “Fuel consumption screen setting” F3-45.

Displays the fuel economy level for the current driving conditions using the motion of a gauge pointer. If the gauge pointer moves toward the green side, this indicates better fuel efficiency.

Displays average and current fuel consumption histories. The time range of the history can be customized from 30 minutes (minimum) to 120 minutes (maximum). For details, refer to “Economy history setting” F3-46.

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Vehicle activation status screen

Displays the following vehicle information.

steering angle and driving wheel status activation status of the ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) activation status of the Vehicle Dynamics Control system

Triple meter screen

Guidance screen

Displays three optional pieces of information that can be selected from the following items. . Average vehicle speed Lifetime fuel consumption . Engine oil temperature . Accelerator opening ratio . Block time . Block distance . Block fuel consumption For details, refer to “Triple meter setting” F3-48.

/SET” switch is pulled and held, the selection screen can be

When the “ displayed. The displayed contents can be set or customized from the selection screen. For details, refer to “Selection screen” F3-35.

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Clock screen

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In addition to the clock, the outside temperature and average fuel consumption are also displayed. You can select between analog and digital formats. For details, refer to “Clock screen setting” F3-49.

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& Selection screen Select an item by operating the “ be displayed.

” or “

” switch. When the “

/SET” switch is pulled and held, the setting screen for each menu can

Top menu

Menu option

Description

Date

Display

Screen Setting

Date

Birthday

Anniversary

Return

Brightness

Contrast

Screen Off