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mode is in the volume control.)

Bass Treble Volume (BASS) (TREB) (VOL)

n Fader and balance control The volume control dial 7 normally function as volume control. The dial become the controls for Fader or Balance when you select the appropriate fader and balance control mode. Choose desired setting for each mode by turning the volume control dial. The control function returns to volume control mode after about 5
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To change control modes: Each brief press of the “FAD/BAL” button 6 changes control modes in the following sequence starting from fader control mode. (When the radio is turned on, the control mode is in the volume control.)

Fader Balance Volume (FAD) (BAL) (VOL)

n Display illumination dimness cancellation (BRIGHT) The brightness of the radio display dims when the light switch is in the “p” or “w” positions. If this makes the display difficult to read, press the dial 7 for more than two seconds to return the display to original brightness. Subsequently pressing the dial 7 again for more than two seconds or if you can safely do so, turning the light switch to the OFF position and back to the “p” or “w” position makes the radio display dim again.

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B FM/AM selection button Press the “FM/AM” selection button 1 to choose either FM or AM broadcasts. The display will show FM or AM accordingly. Use the tuning dial to select the station to which you wish to listen.

B Manual tuning Turn the tuning dial 3 outer tuner to increase or decrease the recep- tion frequency in individual steps.

FM band: 0.2 MHz steps AM band: 10 kHz steps

B Seek tuning (SEEK) If the Tuning dial 3 outer tuner is turned for longer than half of a se- cond, the radio will begin to automatically search for receivable fre- quencies and will stop at the first one found. This function may not be available, however, when radio signals are weak. In such a situation, perform manual tuning to select the desired station.

B Scan tuning (SCAN) Press the “SCAN” button 4 to change the radio to the SCAN mode. In this mode, the radio scans through the radio band until a station is found. The radio will stop at the station for five seconds while display- ing the frequency, after which scanning will continue until the entire band has been scanned. Turn the tuning dial 3 inner tuner again to cancel the SCAN mode and to stop on any displayed frequency. Scan tuning may not function properly if the station reception is weak- ened by distance from the station or proximity to tall buildings and hills.

B Preset tuning Press any one of the preset buttons 5 to select the corresponding, previously-registered radio station. The LED at the top of that button will turn on.

n Manual preset D Use the tuning dial 3 to select the radio station which you wish to register.

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D Choose the preset button 5 to which you wish to assign that sta- tion and press it continuously for a period of more than 2 seconds. When the radio station has been successfully registered, the display will flash the corresponding radio frequency on and off once.

NOTE D Each preset button can be used to store both an FM station and an AM station. D If the power supply is interrupted by disconnection of the bat- tery, memory presets will be cleared and will be required to be re- input.

B Weather band button (WB) Push the “WB” button 2 when the radio is off to turn on the radio in the weather band. Press the “WB” button 2 when the radio is on to select the weather band.

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Built-in CD changer operation

Audio

HB5063CB

9 DISC IN indicator light Q Disc slot W Eject button E LOAD button

R Repeat button T FF·FB dial Y Disc button U Disc select button

NOTE D Single CDs (i.e., 8-cm/3-inch CDs) are not supported, and if in- serted, they will be immediately ejected. D Make sure to always insert a disc with the label side up. If a disc is inserted with the label side down, it might be ejected or the player might shut off. D If a disc is inserted during a radio broadcast, the disc will inter- rupt the broadcast. D After the last song finishes, the disc will automatically return to track 1 (the first song on the disc) and will automatically play back.

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B How to insert a CD(s)

n Inserting a CD 1. Press “LOAD” button E. If the magazine in the player has an idle position where you can insert a disc, the “DISC” indicator associated with the idle position will blink. If no indicator blinks, it means that there is no idle position in the mag- azine. 2. As soon as the “DISC” indicator begins to blink, the “CD-IN” will appear on display for a period of 15 seconds. Insert a disc during the period. The disc will be then automatically drawn in, and the player will begin to play back the first number of the disc. D To insert more discs in succession, repeat Steps 1 and 2. The magazine will be loaded with discs in the ascending order of position number. If you do not insert any disc in 15 seconds after you have pressed the “LOAD” button E, the player will begin to play back the first number of the last disc you have inserted. D The disc indicator steadily lights up if a disc is already inserted in the corresponding position of the magazine. D While the player is in the loading mode, if you press “FM/AM” selection button 1, the player will enter the standby mode. Press the “Disc” button Y to start playback.

n Inserting a disc in a desired position 1. Press the “LOAD” button E. If the magazine in the player has an idle position where you can insert a disc, the “DISC” indicator associated with the idle position will blink. The positions in the magazine the indicator of which steadily lights up are already loaded with discs. 2. Press the “DISC SELECT” button U at the position where you want to insert a disc. The associated “DISC” indicator will blink, and the “CD-IN” will be displayed. 3. If you insert a disc during the 15-second period while the “IN” is on display, the disc will be automatically drawn in, and the player will start playback of the disc, beginning with the first number. D To insert more discs in succession, repeat Steps 1 and 2.

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D While the player is in the loading mode, if you press FM/AM selec- tion button, the player will enter standby mode. Press the “DISC” but- ton to start playback.

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

B How to play back a CD or make a pause

n When there is no CD inserted: Insert a CD by referring to “How to Insert a CD(s)”. When a CD is loaded, the player will start playback of the CD, begin- ning with the first number.

n When there are CDs loaded: Press a desired one of the “DISC SELECT” buttons U the “DISC” indi- cator of which steadily lights up. The player will then start playback of the selected CD, beginning with the first number.

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B Selecting a desired track (TRACK)

: Skipping forward

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

HB5065BA

n Skipping forward Turn the FF·FB dial T clockwise and release it immediately to skip to the beginning of the next track. Each time the knob is turned and re- leased, the indicated track number will increase.

n Skipping backward Turn the FF·FB dial T counterclockwise and release it immediately to skip to the beginning of the current track. If you continue to turn and release the knob, the indicated truck number will decrease.

n Fast forwarding Turn the FF·FB dial T clockwise and hold it continuously for more than 0.5 second to fast forward the disc. Release the knob to stop fast forwarding.

n Fast reversing Turn the FF·FB dial T counterclockwise and hold it continuously for more than 0.5 second to fast reverse the disc. Release the knob to stop fast reverse.

B Repeat playback Press the “RPT” button R while a song is playing to play the song repeatedly. The “RPT” indicator will come on and the song will be played continuously. To cancel the repeat mode, press the button again. Then the “RPT” indicator goes out, and normal playback mode is restored.

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B How to unload CDs from the player

n Ejecting a CD from the player Of the discs loaded, you can select and remove only one disc. 1. Press the “DISC SELECT” button U of the disc whose “DISC” indi- cator is ON. 2. Press the “EJECT” button W. Then the “DISC” indicator associated with the disc you have selected will blink, and the disc will be ejected. To remove more discs in succession, repeat Steps 1 and 2.

n Ejecting all discs from the player (All disc ejection mode) 1. If you continue to press the “EJECT” button W, the player will pro- duce beep sound and will enter the all disc ejection mode. 2. Remove the disc that has been ejected. The other discs loaded will then be ejected one after another. If you do not remove the disc that has been ejected, the “All disc ejection mode” will be canceled.

NOTE Avoid driving the vehicle with a CD sticking out, because vibra- tion might make it fall out.

OnStar system operation (models with OnStar sys- tem) When the OnStar system operates and a call is initiated, the message ”PHONE” will be shown on the display, and the speakers will automati- cally switch over to the incoming voice signal.

NOTE A call will not be suspended even if the ignition key is turned to the Off position. In such a case, however, the audio system will turn off when the call is ended.

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In-dash 6 CD auto changer (if equipped)

1 Disc slot 2 Disc indicators (disc No.1 to

6)

3 Disc select buttons

(disc No.1 to 6)

4 Eject button

HB5040BB

CAUTION

D Do not attempt to insert two or more discs into the slot at a time. Doing so can cause mechanical damage to the CD changer. D Use only music CDs identified by a D Do not use CDs listed below which could cause damage to the CD player.

mark.

D 3-inch (8 cm) compact disc. D Any disc with a peel-off or seal on it. D Any disc with scratches and/or dust. D Bent disc. D Cleaning disc. D CD accessory. (E.g., 3-inch (8 cm) disc adapter)

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

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B To insert a disc 1. Press one of the “Disc select” buttons 3 (numbered from 1 to 6) for which the disc indicator light 2 is “OFF”. The Disc indicator lights are located directly above the corresponding “Disc select” buttons. 2. The indicator will begin blinking. The blinking will last for 15 se- conds. During this period, insert a desired disc, and the disc will begin to play. (If any disc is not inserted during this period, the “Disc slot” 1
door will close. Repeat step 1.) Be sure to hold a disc with the label side (the side where titles are printed) up. 3. To insert another disc, repeat step 1 and 2 choosing a different disc select button.

B To insert six discs at a time 1. Press and hold the “Disc select” button number 1 until all disc indi- cators begin blinking (about 1.5 seconds). 2. The indicators will blink for 15 seconds. During this period, insert desired six discs. 3. When all discs are loaded, the first disc will begin to play. (If no disc is inserted within this 15 seconds, the entire disc load sequence will be canceled.)

B To remove a disc 1. Press the desired one of the “Disc select” buttons 3 (numbered from 1 to 6) for which the disc indicator light is on. 2. Press the “Eject button” 4. The selected disc will be ejected and the indicator light will begin blinking. 3. To remove another disc, repeat step 1 and 2 choosing a different “Disc select” button. (To remove discs when the ignition switch is in the “Lock” position, press the “Eject” button, and the first disc will be ejected. Press the “Eject” button again, and the next disc will be ejected and so on. At this time, the “Disc select” buttons are disabled.)

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B To remove all discs at one time 1. Press and hold the “Eject” button 4 until all “Disc” indicators begin blinking (about 1.5 seconds), and the first disc will be ejected. 2. When the disc is removed, the next one will be ejected, and so on.

B To replace a playing disc with another Simply press the desired one of “Disc select” buttons 3 (numbered from 1 to 6) or press the “DISC UP” or “DISC DOWN” button on the radio unit to select the desired disc, and the disc will begin to play.

B Disc indicators Lit: when the corresponding storage tray is occupied by a disc. Blinking: Disc player is either in loading, eject or changing mode. OFF: No disc is loaded or the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” position.

B Function control Refer to CD player control operating instructions described in the “Type A and B audio sets” or “Type C audio set” section.

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Precautions to observe when handling a compact disc (CD)

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

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D In cold and/or rainy weather, dew can form inside the CD player, pre- venting normal operation. If this happens, eject the CD and wait for the player to dry out. D Skipping may occur when the CD player is subjected to severe vibra- tion (for example, when the vehicle is driven on a rough surface). D To remove a disc from the case, press the center of the case and hold both edges of the disc. If the disc surface is touched directly, contamina- tion could cause poor tone quality. Do not touch the disc surface. D Use a clean disc whenever possible. If there are deposits, wipe the disc surface from the center outward with a dry, soft cloth. Be sure not to use a hard cloth, thinner, benzene, alcohol, etc. D Do not use any disc that is scratched, deformed, or cracked. Also, do not use any disc that has a non-standard shape (for example, a heart shape). Malfunctions or problems might result. D A disc is vulnerable to heat. Never keep it either in places exposed to direct sunlight, near heaters or in vehicles parked in the sun or hot days.

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Interior light Dome light Cargo area light (if equipped)

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Map light (if equipped) Sun visors

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Vanity mirror (if equipped)

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Storage compartment

Glove box Center console Coin compartment Overhead console (if equipped)

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Cup holder Cigarette lighter socket (if equipped) Ashtray OnStar system (if equipped)

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OnStar subscription plans OnStar services OnStar personal calling OnStar virtual advisor OnStar system limitations

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Accessory power outlet Convenience hook Floor mat (if equipped) Luggage cover (if equipped) Convenient tie-down hooks (if equipped) Subfloor storage (if equipped)

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J Dome light

HS6003BC

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

The light also can be turned on by use of the keyless entry transmitter. See the “Keyless entry system” in chapter 2 for detailed information. OFF: The light stays off.

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

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J Cargo area light (if equipped)

Cargo area light

ON

OFF

DOOR

HB0377

The cargo area light switch has three positions: ON: The light stays on continuously. OFF: The light stays off. DOOR: The light comes on only when the rear gate is opened.

When leaving your vehicle, make sure the light is turned off to avoid bat- tery discharge.

Map light (if equipped)

HB2034CC

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HB6006BC

To turn on the map light, push the switch. To turn it off, push the switch again.

When leaving the vehicle, make sure the light is turned off to avoid bat- tery discharge.

Sun visors

HB7001BA

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

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J Vanity mirror (if equipped)

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HB6017AA

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

B Vanity mirror with light (if equipped) The light beside the vanity mirror comes on when the ignition switch is either in the “ACC” or “ON” position and the mirror cover is opened.

Storage compartment

CAUTION

D Always keep the storage compartment closed while driving to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stops or an acci- dent. D Do not store spray cans, containers with flammable or corro- sive liquids or any other dangerous items in the storage compart- ment.

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J Glove box

Lock

Unlock

HS0090

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

J Center console

HB6022BA

To open the lid, pull up the lock release. If the console lid is fully opened when a large cup is put in the rear pas- senger’s cup holder, the lid may hit the cup and beverage may be spilled.

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

HS0096

J Overhead console (if equipped)

CAUTION

When your vehicle is parked in the sun or a warm day, the inside of the overhead console heats up. Avoid storing plastic or other heat-vulnerable or flammable articles such as a lighter in the overhead console.

To open the console, push on the lid lightly and it will automatically open.

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Cup holder

CAUTION

D Do not pick up a cup from the cup holder or put a cup in the holder while you are driving, as this may distract you and lead to an accident. D Take care to avoid spills. Beverages, if hot, might burn you or your passengers. Spilled beverages may also damage upholstery, carpets or audio equipment.

B Front cup holder

HB6023BA

A dual cup holder is built in the center console, beside the parking brake lever.

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HB7009CA

HB6024BA

The rear passenger’s cup holder is located on the lower side of the back of the center console. To use the cup holder, open the lid by pulling its upper edge.

Cigarette lighter socket (if equipped)

CAUTION

D The electrical power socket located on the lower part of the instrument panel is originally designed to use a SUBARU genuine cigarette lighter plug. Do not use non-genuine cigarette lighter plugs in the socket. Doing so may cause a short-circuit and over- heating, resulting in a fire. D If the socket is ever used for a plug-in accessory such as a mobile phone, they may damage the portion of the socket’s inter- nal mechanism that causes a cigarette lighter plug to “pop out” after its lighter element is heated. Therefore, do not place a ciga- rette lighter plug in a socket that has been used, even once, to power a plug-in accessory. Doing so may cause the plug to stick and overheat, creating a potential fire hazard. D Do not place any foreign objects, especially metal ones such as coins or aluminum foil, into the socket. That could cause a short circuit.

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HB6011BA

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

B Use with a cigarette lighter

WARNING

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

CAUTION

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

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HB6011DA

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

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

CAUTION

D Use only in-car use electrical appliances which are designed for 12V DC and which consume less than 120W. Overloading the socket can cause a short circuit. Do not use double adapters or more than one electrical appliance. D If the plug on your electric appliance is either too loose or too tight for the socket, this can result in a poor contact or cause the plug to get stuck. Only use plugs that fit properly. D Use of an electric appliance in the socket for a long period of time while the engine is not running can cause battery discharge. D Before driving your vehicle, make sure that the plug and the cord on your electrical appliance will not interfere with your shift- – CONTINUED –

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ing gears and operating the accelerator and brake pedals. If they do, do not use the electrical appliance while driving.

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

Ashtray

CAUTION

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

Fully close the ashtray after using it to help reduce residual smoke.

HB6011CA

HB7009BA

B Front ashtray To open the ashtray, pull the lid out.

B Rear ashtray (if equipped) The rear ashtray is located on the upper side of the back of the center console. To open the ashtray, pull the upper edge of the lid.

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To remove the ashtray for cleaning, open it and pull it out while pushing the inner plate down.

OnStar system (if equipped) OnStar is a vehicle communications system that offers a variety of ser- vices. OnStar provides a one-touch hands-free communication link be- tween you and the OnStar Center, and allows you to make and receive personal calls as well. To receive OnStar services, a service subscription agreement is required and an additional fee may be required. Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For more information, call 1-888-ONSTAR7 (888-667-8277).

1 Emergency button 2 OnStar service button 3 Communication button 4 System status light

HB6027BB

B OnStar services button Press this button, and you will be connected to an OnStar Advisor. You will hear a chime, followed by the words “Connecting to OnStar”. The connection process will normally take about 15 seconds. Your system is equipped with backup connection retry capabilities. If you do not immediately connect to OnStar, DO NOT DISCONNECT. A se- ries of retry attempts will be made automatically. If you wish to cancel your call to the OnStar center, simply press the OnStar Communica- tion button.

B OnStar emergency button In an emergency, press this button to connect with an OnStar Advisor.

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Your call will be given the highest priority, and you will hear a chime followed by the words “Connecting to OnStar Emergency.” The Advi- sor will attempt to locate your vehicle, find out what kind of assistance you require, and contact a nearby emergency services provider who can dispatch ambulance, fire, police or other emergency services. Please use this button only for true emergencies. If you press this but- ton by mistake, please stay on the line and tell the advisor that there is no emergency.

B OnStar communication button (White DOT) Press this button at the end of a call. You’ll hear the words “OnStar Request Ended.” Also, press this button to answer a call from the OnStar Center, or cancel a call if one of the other buttons is acciden- tally pressed. This button is also used to access OnStar Personal Calling and Virtual Advisor services, if those services have been acti- vated.

B System status light D Solid green – Indicates the OnStar system in the vehicle is pow- ered ON and ready to make or receive calls. D Blinking green – The light blinks green to indicate a call is being connected or in progress. If you notice this light blinking while you are not on a call, press the OnStar Communication (white dot) button. D Red – This signals that your OnStar system may not be functioning properly. Press the OnStar button to attempt to contact an OnStar ad- visor. If the connection is made, the advisor will assist you in making sure your OnStar system is operating properly. If you cannot contact the OnStar Center, please take your vehicle to the nearest Subaru dealership for diagnosis and service.

B Volume control You can control the volume of the OnStar System using the volume control knob on the radio.

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B The OnStar safe & sound plan Choose this plan for excellent protection, 24/7, 365 days a year. It in-

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cludes valuable services such as Automatic Notification of Air Bag Deployment, Remote Door Unlock** and Online Concierge services, to name just a few!

B The OnStar directions & connections plan This plan features all of the Safe & Sound services, plus Route Sup- port, RideAssist and Information and Convenience services.

B The OnStar luxury & leisure plan This plan features all of the Directions & Connections features, plus fee-free OnStar MED-NET and the luxury of Personal Concierge ser- vices.

* One of these plans is normally included for a specific duration with each ve- hicle at time of purchase. Check with your dealership or with your OnStar advi- sor to determine which plan is included with your vehicle. Services within plans are subject to change. Please check our website at www.onstar.com for ser- vices included in each plan. ** Remote door unlock capabilities vary by vehicle

J OnStar services The following services are available within OnStar service plans. Your ve- hicle comes with a specific one-year service plan that allows use of some or all of the following services.

B Automatic notification of air bag deployment Should your air bag deploy, a priority signal will be sent to the OnStar Center with your vehicle’s location (as long as cellular service and the vehicle’s electrical system are operable). An advisor will attempt to contact you to assess the nature of your emergency, and then notify the necessary emergency services provider.

B Emergency services Should you require emergency assistance, press the OnStar Emer- gency button and we will contact a nearby emergency services pro- vider with your exact location and your request for help.

B Roadside assistance*** There’s nothing worse than being stranded on the road with car trouble. No matter what the problem is (flat tire, out of gas, or engine

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trouble), just call OnStar. We will contact your vehicle manufacturer’s roadside service provider for the help you need to get you quickly back on the road.

*** There will be no charge for Roadside Assistance as long as the basic lim- ited warranty on your vehicle has not expired.

B Stolen vehicle location OnStar doesn’t just protect you, it protects your vehicle, too. If your vehicle is ever stolen, just contact OnStar. We will put you in touch with the authorities and aid them in locating your vehicle. Ask your in- surance carrier about possible premium discounts.

B AccidentAssist AccidentAssist provides step-by-step guidance about what to do in case of an accident. Working with leading insurance companies we have developed a “best practices” list to assist you through most ac- cident situations. OnStar AccidentAssist can make the process of completing a police report and/or insurance claim less stressful.

B Remote door unlock/vehicle alert If you’ve locked your keys in your vehicle, just call OnStar at 1-888-466-7827 (888-4ONSTAR) and an Advisor will send a signal to attempt to unlock your door. If you’re having trouble locating your ve- hicle, OnStar can flash your lights and sound your horn for you. This feature is disabled 48 hours after the vehicle is parked in order to maintain battery charge.

B OnStar MED-NET**** OnStar MED-NET securely stores your personal medical information (e.g., physician’s name, emergency contacts, medications, chronic conditions) and in an emergency, can quickly send it to a medical fa- cility. This important information can help assist with diagnosis and treatment.

**** Requires activation and additional fee for Safe & Sound and Directions & Connections subscribers. To enroll or for more OnStar Med-Net information, call 1-800-320-3991.

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B Route support With OnStar Route Support, an Advisor can help you find your way, no matter how far off course you are. You can get exact street directions, or guidance to nearby gas stations, restaurants, hotels or ATMs.

B RideAssist If you need a lift, anytime of the day or night, just call OnStar. We’ll contact a transportation provider and send them right to you.

B Information and convenience services Our Advisors have access to over six million service listings including hotels, restaurants, gas stations, dealerships, hospitals, ATMs and air- ports – more than 250 service categories in all. Our Advisors can even assist you with hotel and restaurant reservations.

B OnStar concierge Safe & Sound, Directions & Connections and Luxury and Leisure plan subscribers can access self-serve Online Concierge services for event tickets, dining reservations, gift recommendations and more at www.myonstar.com.

Luxury & Leisure subscribers have access to Personal Concierge ser- vices. A Concierge Advisor can help you with virtually any type of re- quest via email, live chat, phone (1-888-4ONSTAR) or the blue button in your vehicle. Just ask!

J OnStar personal calling As an OnStar subscriber, you have access to OnStar Personal Calling (if available in your area). OnStar Personal Calling provides you with a na- tionwide wireless phone service that is completely integrated in your ve- hicle. OnStar Personal Calling operates with the touch of a button and a few simple voice commands. All it takes to get started is a package of OPC minutes.

With OnStar Personal Calling, you can enjoy the simplicity of a one-touch wireless connection. Whether you are placing or receiving a call, once you press the white dot button, you don’t have to take your hands off the wheel or your eyes off the road. The ease of the hands-free wireless

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communication service allows you to enjoy an even greater level of safe- ty, security and convenience while driving.

J OnStar virtual advisor As an OnStar Personal Calling subscriber, you can make your driving time more enjoyable and productive with the OnStar Virtual Advisor. With OnStar Virtual Advisor you can now listen to your favorite financial in- formation, news, entertainment and information topics, such as stock quotes , weather reports and sports scores. You can receive your email, listen to it being read and reply, without taking your hands off the wheel or eyes off the road. With the press of the white DOT button and a few simple voice commands, you can browse the pre-selected topics from your profile which you established on the MyOnStar website, or you can skip to the subjects that interest you.

To find out more about Virtual Advisor or to set-up your Virtual Advisor personal profile, visit www.myonstar.com.

J OnStar system limitations Complete limitations can be found on the Subscriber Services Agree- ment at www.onstar.com.

An OnStar Service Subscription Agreement is required in order to re- ceive OnStar services, including OnStar Personal Calling and OnStar Virtual Advisor.

OnStar services require vehicle electrical system and wireless service to be available and operating for features to function properly. OnStar uses existing emergency service providers as well as wireless and satellite technologies.

In order to provide you with excellent service, calls with the OnStar Cen- ter may be monitored or recorded.

OnStar Service is: D available in the 48 contiguous United States, Alaska and Hawaii; D available when the vehicle is within the operating range of a cellular provider;

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D subject to limitations caused by atmospheric conditions, such as se- vere weather or topographical conditions, such as mountainous terrain; D subject to cellular carrier equipment limitations.

Global positioning locating capabilities will not be available if satellite signals are obstructed.

OnStar will not function if the vehicle’s battery is discharged or discon- nected. It may also be inoperative if the vehicle is in an accident and the OnStar or vehicle electrical system components are damaged.

OnStar is the communication link between you and existing governmen- tal emergency and roadside service providers. OnStar will receive your call and use reasonable effort to contact an appropriate provider. OnStar cannot promise that the providers will respond in a timely manner or at all.

Accessory power outlet

B In the luggage compartment (if equipped)

CAUTION

D Do not attempt to use a cigarette lighter in the accessory power outlet. D Do not place any foreign objects, especially metal ones such as coins or aluminum foil, into the accessory power outlet. That could cause a short circuit. Always put the cap on the accessory power outlet when it is not in use. D Use only electrical appliances which are designed for 12V DC and which consume less than 120W. Overloading the accessory power outlet can cause a short circuit. Do not use double adapt- ers or more than one electrical appliance. D If the plug on your electric appliance is either too loose or too tight for the accessory power outlet, this can result in a poor con- tact or cause the plug to get stuck. Only use plugs that fit proper- ly.

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

NOTE The trim cover has a notch through which the connected electri- cal appliance’s cord can be passed.

Convenience hook

B Coat hook

CAUTION

Never hang anything on the coat hook that might obstruct the driver’s view or that could cause injury in sudden stops or in a collision. And do not hang items on the coat hook that weigh 2.2
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The coat hook is attached to each rear passenger’s hand grip.

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CAUTION

Do not hang items on the shopping bag hook that weigh 2.2 lb (1
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n For sedan models A shopping bag hook is attached to each inner side wall of the trunk near the trunk lid opening.

n For station wagon models A shopping bag hook is attached to each side of the cargo area. To use the hook, push the upper portion and the shopping bag hook will appear.

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Floor mat (if equipped)

CAUTION

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

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

Luggage cover (if equipped)

WARNING

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

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

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Interior equipment

HB7015BA

To extend the cover, pull the end of the cover out of the housing, then insert its hooks into the catches as shown. To rewind it, unhook it from the catches and it will rewind automatically. You should hold on to the cover and guide it back into the cover housing while it is rewinding. B To remove the cover

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1. Rewind the cover. 2. To take it off the cover rails, lift it out while pressing the release knobs located both sides of the cover housing. 3. Store the cover in the cargo area. To install the cover: Hang the both ends of the cover housing on the cover rails. Make sure that the cover is mounted securely by pulling it up.

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Convenient tie-down hooks (if equipped)

CAUTION

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

HB7018BA

The cargo area is equipped with four tie-down hooks so that cargo can be secured with a luggage net or ropes.

When using the tie-down hooks, turn them down out of the storing recesses. When not in use, put the eyelets up into the storing recesses.

Subfloor storage (if equipped)

CAUTION

D Always keep the lid of the subfloor storage closed while driv- ing to reduce the risk of injury in the event of sudden stop or an accident. D Do not store spray cans, containers with flammable or corro- sive liquids or any other dangerous items in the subfloor storage.

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HB7019AD

HB6008BA

The subfloor storage is located under the floor of the trunk or cargo area and can be used to store small items. To open the lid, pull the tab or handle up.

Station wagon: Hang the hook provided on the underside of the lid on the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid open.

NOTE When storing a flat tire, put the subfloor storage in the trunk or car- go area.

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Fuel

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Fuel requirements Fuel filler lid and cap

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

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Stopping the engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission (Brighton, L, Outback)

Selector lever Shift lock release

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Automatic transmission

(with SPORTSHIFT mode – 2.5GT, 2.5GTLO)

Selector lever Selection of SPORTSHIFT mode (manual mode) Shift lock release

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Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) Power steering Braking

Braking tips Brake system Disc brake pad wear warning indicators

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ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control) system (if equipped)

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VDC OFF switch

Parking your vehicle Cruise control (if equipped)

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CAUTION

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

J Fuel requirements

B 2.5 Liter models The 2.5 Liter engine is designed to operate using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher.

B 3.0 Liter models The 3.0 Liter engine is designed to operate using premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. Regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI may be used if necessary. For optimum engine performance and driveability, it is recommended that you use premium grade unleaded gasoline.

B Fuel octane rating This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti Knock Index (AKI). Using a gasoline with a lower octane rating can cause persistent and heavy knocking, which can damage the engine. Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or when you accelerate. See your dealer or a qualified service techni- cian if you use a fuel with the specified octane rating and your vehicle knocks heavily or persistently.

B Unleaded gasoline The neck of the fuel filler pipe is designed to accept only an unleaded gasoline filler nozzle. Under no circumstances should leaded gaso- line be used because it will damage the emission control system and may impair driveability and fuel economy.

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B Gasoline for California-certified LEV Your vehicle was certified to California’s low emission vehicle (LEV) standards as indicated on the underhood tune-up label. It is designed to optimize engine and emission control system performance with gasoline that meets the clean burning low-sulfur California gasoline specifications. If you live in any other state than California, your ve- hicle will operate on gasoline meeting Federal specifications. Gaso- line sold outside California is permitted to have higher sulfur levels, which may affect the performance of your vehicle’s catalytic converter and may produce a sulfur exhaust odor or smell. SUBARU recom- mends that you try a different brand of unleaded gasoline having low- er sulfur to determine if the problem is fuel related before returning your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service.

B Gasoline for cleaner air

CAUTION

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

Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help prevent depos- its from forming in your engine and fuel system. This helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly, and is a way of doing your part for cleaner air. If you continuously use a high quality fuel with the proper detergent and other additives, you should never need to add any fuel system cleaning agents to your fuel tank.

Many gasolines are now blended with materials called oxygenates. Use of these fuels can also help keep the air cleaner. Oxygenated blend fuels, such as MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl ether) or ethanol (ethyl or grain alcohol) may be used in your vehicle, but should con- tain no more than 15% MTBE or 10% ethanol for the proper operation of your SUBARU.

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In addition, some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines, which are designed to reduce vehicle emissions. SUBARU approves the use of reformulated gasoline.

If you are not sure what the fuel contains, you should ask your service station operators if their gasolines contain detergents and oxygenates and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions.

As additional guidance, only use fuels suited for your vehicle as ex- plained below. D Fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rating no lower than that specified in this manual. D Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) is sometimes mixed with un- leaded gasoline. Methanol can be used in your vehicle ONLY if it does not exceed 5% of the fuel mixture AND if it is accompanied by sufficient quantities of the proper cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors required to prevent damage to the fuel system. Do not use fuel con- taining methanol EXCEPT under these conditions. D If undesirable driveability problems are experienced and you sus- pect they may be fuel related, try a different brand of gasoline before seeking service at your SUBARU dealer. D Fuel system damage or driveability problems which result from the use of improper fuel are not covered under the SUBARU Limited War- ranty.

J Fuel filler lid and cap

B Refueling

WARNING

D Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. Before refueling, always first stop the engine and make sure that there are no lighted ciga- rettes, open flames or electrical sparks in the adjacent area. D When opening the cap, do not remove the cap quickly. Fuel may be under pressure and spray out of the fuel filler neck espe- cially in hot weather, which may cause injury.

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CAUTION

D Never add any cleaning agents to the fuel tank. The addition of a cleaning agent may cause damage to the fuel system. D Make sure that the cap is tightened until it clicks to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident. D Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Fuels may cause paint damage, which is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. D Always use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. If you use the wrong cap, it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel tank and emission control system might be damaged.

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

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2. Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it slowly counterclockwise. 3. Stop filling the tank after the fuel filler pump automatically clicks off. Do not add any more fuel. 4. Put the cap back on, turn it clockwise until you hear a clicking noise. Be certain not to catch the tether under the cap while tighten- ing. 5. Close the fuel filler lid completely. If you spill any fuel on the painted surface, rinse it off immediately. Otherwise, the painted surface could be damaged.

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D You will see the “FUEL DOOR p” sign in the combination meter. This indicates that the fuel filler door (lid) is located on the right side of the vehicle.

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D If the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks or if the tether is caught under the cap, the CHECK ENGINE warning light may come on. Refer to the “Warning and indicator lights” section lo- cated in chapter 3.

State emission testing (U.S. only)

WARNING

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

CAUTION

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

At state inspection time, remember to tell your inspection or service station in advance not to place your Subaru AWD vehicle on a two- wheel dynamometer. Otherwise, serious transmission damage will result.

Some states have started using dynamometers in their state inspection programs in order to meet their obligation under federal law to implement stricter vehicle emission standards to reduce air pollution from cars. A dynamometer is a treadmill or roller-like testing device that allows your car’s wheels to turn while the car remains in one place. Depending on the severity of a state’s air pollution problems, the states must adopt either a “basic” or “enhanced” vehicle emission inspection test. Nor- mally, a portion of the basic emission test consists of an emission inspector inserting an analyzer probe into the exhaust pipe of an idling vehicle for a short period of time. States with more severe air pollution problems are required to adopt an enhanced vehicle emission test. This test simulates actual driving conditions on a dynamometer and permits

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more accurate measurement of tailpipe emitted pollution than the basic emission test. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and states using two- wheel dynamometers testing programs have EXEMPTED Subaru AWD vehicles from the portion of the testing pro- gram that involves a two-wheel dynamometer.

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There are some states that use four-wheel dynamometers in their testing programs. When properly used, that equipment will not damage an AWD Subaru vehicle.

Under no circumstances should the rear wheels be jacked off the ground, nor should the driveshaft be disconnected for state emission testing.

The EPA has issued regulations for inspecting the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) system as part of the state emissions inspection. The OBD sys- tem is designed to detect engine and transmission problems that might cause vehicle emissions to exceed allowable limits. These inspections apply to all 1996 model year and newer passenger cars and light trucks. Several states plus the District of Columbia have opted to start the OBD system inspection prior to the required EPA regulation effective date of January 1, 2002. Other states will add OBD system inspection in 2002.

D The inspection of the OBD system consists of a visual operational check of the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and an examination of the OBD system with an electronic scan tool while the engine is running. D A vehicle passes the OBD system inspection if proper the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL illumination is observed, there is no stored diagnostic trouble codes, and the OBD system readiness monitors are complete. D A vehicle fails the OBD inspection if the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL is not properly operating or there is one or more diagnostic trouble codes stored in vehicle’s computer with the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL illuminated. D A state emission inspection may reject (not pass or fail) a vehicle if the number of OBD system readiness monitors “Not Ready” is greater

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than three. Under this condition, the vehicle operator should be instructed to drive his/her vehicle for a few days to set the monitors and return for an emission re-inspection. D Owners of rejected or failing vehicles should contact their Subaru Dealer for service.

Preparing to drive

You should perform the following checks and adjustments every day be- fore you start driving.

1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and lights are clean and unob- structed. 2. Check the appearance and condition of the tires. Also check tires for proper inflation. 3. Look under the vehicle for any sign of leaks. 4. Check that the hood, trunk and rear gate are fully closed. 5. Check the adjustment of the seat. 6. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors. 7. Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your passengers have fastened their seatbelts. 8. Check the operation of the warning and indicator lights when the igni- tion switch is turned to the “ON” position. 9. Check the gauges, indicator and warning lights after starting the en- gine.

NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid and other fluid levels should be checked daily, weekly or at fuel stops.

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CAUTION

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

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

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

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CAUTION

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

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1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories. 3. Shift the selector lever to the “P” or “N” position (preferably “P” posi- tion). The starter will only operate when the select lever is at the “P” or “N” position. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position and check the operation of the warning and indicator lights. Refer to the “Warning and indicator lights” section (chapter 3). 5. Turn the ignition switch to the “START” position without depressing the accelerator pedal. Release the key immediately after the engine has started. If the engine does not start within ten seconds, wait a while and then turn the ignition switch to the “START” position again while depressing the ac- celerator pedal half way down. 6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have gone out after the engine has started. The fuel injection system automatically lowers the idle speed as the engine warms up.

While the engine is warming up, make sure that the selector lever is at the “P” or “N” position and that the parking brake is applied.

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

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

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WARNING

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

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

Manual transmission

WARNING

Do not drive the vehicle with the clutch disengaged (i.e., when the clutch pedal is depressed) or with the shift lever in the neutral position. Engine braking has no effect in either of these condi- tions and the risk of an accident is consequently increased.

CAUTION

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

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

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The shift pattern is shown on the shift lever knob. When shifting from 5th gear to reverse gear, first return the shift lever to the neutral position then shift into reverse gear.

To change gears, fully depress the clutch pedal, move the shift lever, and gradually let up on the clutch pedal. If it is difficult to shift into gear, put the transmission in neutral, release the clutch pedal momentarily, and then try again.

B Shifting speeds n Recommended shifting speeds The best compromise between fuel economy and vehicle perfor- mance during normal driving is ensured by shifting up at the speeds listed in the following table.

Shift up

1st to 2nd

2nd to 3rd

3rd to 4th

4th to 5th

mph (km/h)

15 (24)

25 (40)

40 (65)

45 (73)

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n Maximum allowable speeds

WARNING

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

The following table shows the maximum speeds that are possible with each different gear.

Never exceed the speed limit below for each gear position except for brief acceleration in an emergency. The tachometer’s needle (if so equipped) will enter the red area if these speeds are exceeded. Fail- ure to observe this precaution can lead to excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy.

Vehicle type

Brighton

30 (48)

50 (81)

30 (49)

51 (82)

mph (km/h)

OUT- BACK

31 (50)

52 (84)

GT

29 (47)

49 (79)

71 (115)

73 (117)

70 (112)

74 (119)

Gear

1st

2nd

3rd

B Driving tips Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill on an upgrade. Either of those actions may cause clutch damage. Do not drive with your hand resting on the shift lever. This may cause wear on the transmission components.

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When it is necessary to reduce vehicle speed due to slow traffic, turn- ing corners, or driving up steep hills, downshift to a lower gear before the engine starts to labor.

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

Automatic transmission (Brighton, L, Outback)

WARNING

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

CAUTION

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

The automatic transmission is electronically controlled with 4-forward

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speeds and 1-reverse speed.

NOTE Immediately after a disconnected battery is reconnected or ATF (au- tomatic transmission fluid) is replaced, you may feel that the auto- matic transmission operation is somewhat unusual. This results from erasure or invalidation of data the on-board com- puter has collected and stored in memory to allow the transmission to shift at the most appropriate times for the current condition of your vehicle. Optimized shifting will be restored as the vehicle con- tinues to be driven for a while.

J Selector lever

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The selector lever has seven positions.

B P (Park) This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine.

In this position, the transmission is mechanically locked to prevent the vehicle from rolling freely.

When you park the vehicle, first set the parking brake fully, then shift into the “P” position. Do not hold the vehicle with only the transmis- sion.

A shift interlock function is employed in the automatic transmission system to ensure safe starting of the vehicle.

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To shift the selector lever from the “P” to the any other position, you have to depress the brake pedal fully when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. This prevents the vehicle from lurching when it is started.

If the shift lever does not move from the “P” position with the brake pedal depressed, refer to the “Shift lock release” section in this chap- ter.

B R (Reverse) This position is for backing the vehicle.

To shift from the “N” to “R” position, first stop the vehicle completely then move the lever to the “R” position.

B N (Neutral)

WARNING

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

This position is for restarting a stalled engine. In this position the wheels and transmission are not locked. In this position, the transmission is neutral; the vehicle will roll freely, even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or foot brake is on. Avoid coasting with the transmission neutral. During coasting, the engine braking does not act.

B D (Drive) This position is for normal driving. The transmission automatically shifts into a suitable gear from 1st to 4th according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you require.

When more acceleration is required in this position, press the acceler- ator pedal fully to the floor and hold that position. The transmission will automatically downshift to 3rd, 2nd or 1st gear. When you release the pedal, the transmission will return to the original gear position.

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n While climbing a grade When driving up a hill, undesired upshift to 4th gear is prevented from taking place when the accelerator is released. This minimizes the chance of subsequent downshifting to a lower gear when accelerat- ing again. This prevents repeated upshifting and downshifting result- ing in a smoother operation of the vehicle.

NOTE The transmission may downshift to 2nd or 1st gear, depending on the way the accelerator pedal is pressed to accelerate the vehicle again.

n While going down a hill When descending a steep hill, depressing the brake pedal will cause the transmission to downshift to 3rd gear, thus applying engine brak- ing. Reacceleration for a short time will cause the transmission to up- shift normally.

NOTE In some cases, depressing the brake pedal on a downhill grade does not result in an automatic downshift to 3rd gear. This can happen when the automatic transmission fluid temperature is very low, for example, during driving shortly after the vehicle has been parked for an extended period of time. When the ATF tem- perature has risen to a certain level, automatic downshift normal- ly takes place. In the meantime, downshift manually for engine braking as required. Also, downshifting when braking downhill will not occur at speeds above approximately 50 mph (80 km/h).

B 3 (Third) This position is for using engine braking when going down a hill or for climbing a grade. The transmission automatically shifts into a suitable gear from 1st to 3rd according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you require.

When more acceleration is required in this position, press the acceler- ator pedal fully to the floor and hold that position. The transmission

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will automatically downshift to 2nd or 1st gear. When you release the pedal, the transmission will return to the original gear position.

B 2 (Second) This position is for using engine braking when going down a hill or for climbing a steep grade. In this position, the transmission holds in the 2nd gear. Use this position when starting off from a standstill on slippery road surfaces such as mud or snow. It will ensure greater traction.

B 1 (First) This position is for driving up or down very steep grades, or driving through mud or sand, or on slippery surfaces. In this position, the transmission holds in the 1st gear.

B Maximum speeds

WARNING

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

The following tables show the maximum speeds that are possible with each different gear. The tachometer’s (if so equipped) needle will enter the red area if these speeds are exceeded.

When shifting down a gear, it is important to confirm that the current vehicle speed is not in excess of the Maximum Allowable Speed of the gear which is about to be selected. Exceeding the Maximum Allowable Speeds will result in over-revving of the engine. In addition a powerful engine brake will engage and control of the vehicle may be lost.

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Vehicle type type

Position

Brighton L Brighton, L

35 (56)

64 (103)

100 (161)

mph (km/h)

OUTBACK

2.5 liter

31 (50)

62 (100)

102 (164)

3.0 liter

35 (57)

69 (111)

111 (178)

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

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

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

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4. Insert the screwdriver into the hole. 5. Push down on the screwdriver and move the selector lever from the “P” to the “N” position. 6. Remove the screwdriver from the hole. Depress the brake pedal and start the engine. Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer immediately to have the system repaired.

Automatic transmission (with SPORTSHIFT mode – 2.5GT, 2.5GTLO)

WARNING

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

CAUTION

D Shift into the “P” or “R” position only after the vehicle is com- pletely stopped. Shifting while the vehicle is moving may cause damage to the transmission. D Do not race the engine for more than five seconds in any posi- tion except the “N” or “P” position when the brake is set or when – CONTINUED –

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wheel blocks are used. This may cause the automatic transmis- sion fluid to overheat. D Avoid shifting from one of the forward driving positions into the “R” position or vice versa until the vehicle has completely stopped. Such shifting may cause damage to the transmission.

The automatic transmission is electronically controlled with 4-forward speeds and 1-reverse speed. Also, it has a SPORTSHIFT mode.

NOTE Immediately after a disconnected battery is reconnected or ATF (au- tomatic transmission fluid) is replaced, you may feel that the auto- matic transmission operation is somewhat unusual. This results from erasure or invalidation of data which the on-board computer has collected and stored in memory to allow the transmis- sion to shift at the most appropriate times for the current condition of your vehicle. Optimized shifting will be restored as the vehicle continues to be driven for a while.

J Selector lever

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When the brake pedal depressed, shift while pressing the button in. Shift while pressing the button in. Shift without pressing the button.

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The selector lever has seven positions, “P”, “R”, “N”, “D”, “3”, “2” and “1”, and also has a manual gate for using “SPORTSHIFT” mode. The release button must be pushed to select the “P”, “R”, or “2” posi- tions.

B P (Park) This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine. In this position, the transmission is mechanically locked to prevent the vehicle from rolling freely.

When you park the vehicle, first set the parking brake fully, then shift into the “P” position. Do not hold the vehicle with only the transmis- sion.

A shift interlock function is employed in the automatic transmission system to ensure safe starting of the vehicle.

To shift the selector lever from the “P” to any other position, you have to depress the brake pedal fully then push the release button on the selector lever when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. This prevents the vehicle from lurching when it is started.

If the shift lever does not move from the “P” position with the brake pedal depressed, the release button pushed in, and the ignition switch in the ON position, refer to the “Shift lock release” section in chapter 3.

B R (Reverse) This position is for backing the vehicle.

To shift from the “N” to “R” position, first stop the vehicle completely then move the lever to the “R” position while pushing the release but- ton.

B N (Neutral)

WARNING

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

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This position is for restarting a stalled engine. In this position the wheels and transmission are not locked. In this position, the transmission is neutral; the vehicle will roll freely, even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or foot brake is on. Avoid coasting with the transmission neutral. During coasting, there is no engine braking effect.

B D (Drive) This position is for normal driving. The transmission automatically shifts into a suitable gear from 1st to 4th according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you require.

When more acceleration is required in this position, press the acceler- ator pedal fully to the floor and hold that position. The transmission will automatically downshift to 3rd, 2nd or 1st gear. When you release the pedal, the transmission will return to the original gear position. To use the SPORTSHIFT mode, move the lever from this position into the manual gate.

n While climbing a grade When driving up a hill, undesired upshift to 4th gear is prevented from taking place when the accelerator is released. This minimizes the chance of subsequent downshifting to a lower gear when accelerat- ing again. This prevents repeated upshifting and downshifting result- ing in a smoother operation of the vehicle.

NOTE The transmission may downshift to 2nd or 1st gear, depending on the way the accelerator pedal is pressed to accelerate the vehicle again.

n While going down a hill When descending a steep hill, depressing the brake pedal will cause the transmission to downshift to 3rd gear, thus applying engine brake- ing. Reacceleration for a short time will cause the transmission to up- shift normally.

NOTE In some cases, depressing the brake pedal on a downhill grade

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does not result in an automatic downshift to 3rd gear. This can happen when the automatic transmission fluid temperature is very low, for example, during driving shortly after the vehicle has been parked for an extended period of time. When the ATF tem- perature has risen to a certain level, automatic downshift normal- ly takes place. In the meantime, downshift manually for engine braking as required. Also, downshifting when braking downhill will not occur at speeds above approximately 50 mph (80 km/h).

B 3 (Third) This position is for using engine braking when going down a hill or for climbing a grade. The transmission automatically shifts into a suitable gear from 1st to 3rd according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you require.

When more acceleration is required in this position, press the acceler- ator pedal fully to the floor and hold that position. The transmission will automatically downshift to 2nd or 1st gear. When you release the pedal, the transmission will return to the original gear position.

B 2 (Second) To shift from the “3” to “2” position, push the release button.

This position is for using engine braking when going down a hill or for climbing a steep grade.

In this position, the transmission holds in the 2nd gear. Use this position when starting off from a standstill on slippery road surfaces such as mud or snow. It will ensure greater traction.

B 1 (First) This position is for driving up or down very steep grades, or driving through mud or sand, or on slippery surfaces. In this position, the transmission holds in the 1st gear.

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2. Once the SPORTSHIFT mode is selected, the currently selected gear is shown by the shift position indicator in the meter cluster. Next to this