2005 Subaru Legacy Owners Manual

" There are some precautions that you must observe when towing your vehicle. For detail information, see (cid:147)Towing(cid:148) section in chapter 9.

Off road driving

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" Always maintain a safe driving speed accord- ing to the road and weather conditions in order to avoid having an accident on a sharp turn, during sudden braking or under other similar conditions. " Always use the utmost care in driving (cid:150) over- confidence because you are driving an all wheel drive vehicle could easily lead to a seri- ous accident.

! All AWD models except OUTBACK Your AWD vehicle is neither a conventional off-road vehicle nor an all terrain vehicle. It is a passenger car designed primarily for on-road use. The AWD feature gives it some limited off-road capabilities in situations in which driving surfaces a relatively level, obstruction- free and otherwise similar to on-road driving condi- tions. Operating it under other than those conditions could subject the vehicle to excessive stress which might result in damage not eligible for repair under warranty. If you do take your SUBARU off road, you should review the common sense precautions in the (cid:150) CONTINUED (cid:150) 8-9

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next section (applicable to the OUTBACK) for general guidance. But please keep in mind that your vehicle(cid:146)s off-road capabilities are more limited than those of the OUTBACK. Never attempt to drive through pools and puddles, or roads flooded with water. Water entering the engine air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electrical parts may damage your vehicle and may cause it to stall. ! OUTBACK Because of the AWD feature and higher ground clear- ance, your SUBARU can be driven on ordinary roads or off-road. But please keep in mind that an AWD SUBARU is a passenger car and is neither a conven- tional off-road vehicle nor an all-terrain vehicle. If you do take your SUBARU off-road, certain common sense precautions such as the following should be taken: " Make certain that you and all of your passengers are wearing seatbelts. " Carry some emergency equipment, such as a tow- ing rope or chain, a shovel, wheel blocks, first aid kit and cell phone or citizens band radio. " Drive carefully. Do not take unnecessary risks by driving in dangerous areas or over rough terrain. " Slow down and employ extra caution at all times.

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When driving off-road, you will not have the benefit of marked traffic lanes, banked curves, traffic signs and the like. " Do not drive across steep slopes. Instead, drive ei- ther straight up or straight down the slopes. A vehicle can much more easily tip over sideways than it can end over end. Avoid driving straight up or down slopes that are too steep. " Avoid sharp turning maneuvers, especially at higher speeds. " Do not grip the inside or spokes of the steering wheel. A bad bump could jerk the wheel and injure your hands. Instead drive with your fingers and thumbs on the outside of the rim. " If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check the depth of the water and the bottom of the stream bed for firmness and ensure that the bed of the stream is flat. Drive slowly and com- pletely through the stream. The water should be shal- low enough that it does not reach the vehicle(cid:146)s under- carriage. Water entering the engine air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electrical parts may damage your vehicle and may cause it to stall. Never attempt to drive through rushing water; regard- less of its depth, it can wash away the ground from un- der your tires, resulting in possible loss of traction and even vehicle rollover.

" Always check your brakes for effectiveness immedi- ately after driving in sand, mud or water. Do this by driving slowly and stepping on the brake pedal. Re- peat that process several times to dry out the brake discs and brake pads. " Do not drive or park over or near flammable materi- als such as dry grass or fallen leaves, as they may burn easily. The exhaust system is very hot while the engine is running and right after engine stops. This could create a fire hazard. " After driving through tall grass, mud, rocks, sand, rivers, etc., check that there is no grass, bush, paper, rags, stones, sand, etc. adhering to or trapped on the underbody. Clear off any such matter from the under- body. If the vehicle is used with these materials trapped or adhering to the underbody, a mechanical breakdown or fire could occur. " Secure all cargo carried inside the vehicle and make certain that it is not piled higher than the seatbacks. During sudden stops or jolts, unsecured cargo could be thrown around in the vehicle and cause injury. Do not pile heavy loads on the roof. Those loads raise the vehicle(cid:146)s center of gravity and make it more prone to tip over. " If you must rock the vehicle to free it from sand or mud, depress the accelerator pedal slightly and move the selector lever back and forth between (cid:147)D(cid:148) and (cid:147)R(cid:148)

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repeatedly. Do not race the engine. For the best pos- sible traction, avoid spinning the wheels when trying to free the vehicle. " When the road surface is extremely slippery, you can obtain better traction by starting the vehicle with the transmission in 2nd than 1st (both for MT and AT). " Never equip your vehicle with tires larger than those specified in this manual. " Wash the vehicle(cid:146)s underbody after off-road driving. Suspension components are particularly prone to dirt buildup, so they need to be washed thoroughly. " Frequent driving of an AWD vehicle under hard-driv- ing conditions such as rough roads or off roads will ne- cessitate more frequent replacement of engine oil, brake fluid and transmission oil than that specified in the maintenance schedule described in the (cid:147)Warranty and Maintenance Booklet(cid:148). Remember that damage done to your SUBARU while operating it off-road and not using common sense pre- cautions such as those listed above is not eligible for warranty coverage.

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Winter driving

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! Operation during cold weather Carry some emergency equipment, such as tire chains, a window scraper, a bag of sand, flares, a small shovel, and jumper cables. Check the battery and cables. Cold temperatures re- duce battery capacity. The battery must be in good condition to provide enough power for cold winter starts. Use an engine oil of proper grade and viscosity for cold weather. Heavy summer oil will cause harder

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starting. Keep the door locks from freezing by squirting them with deicer or glycerin. Forcing a frozen door open may damage or separate the rubber weather strips around the door. If the door is frozen, use hot water to melt the ice, and afterwards thoroughly wipe the water away. Use a windshield washer fluid that contains an anti- freeze solution. Do not use engine antifreeze or other substitutes because they may damage the paint of the vehicle. ! Before driving your vehicle Before entering the vehicle, remove any snow or ice from your shoes because that could make the pedals slippery and dangerous. While warming up the vehicle before driving, check that the accelerator pedal, brake pedal, and all other controls operate smoothly. Clear away ice and snow that has accumulated under the fenders to avoid making steering difficult. During severe winter driving, stop when and where it is safe to do so and check under the fenders periodically.

! Parking in cold weather

Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases under your vehicle. Keep snow clear of the exhaust pipe and from around your vehicle if you park the vehicle in snow with the engine running.

Do not use the parking brake when parking for long periods in cold weather since it could freeze in that po- sition. Instead, observe the following: 1. Place the shift lever in (cid:147)1(cid:148) or (cid:147)R(cid:148) for manual trans- mission vehicles, and in (cid:147)P(cid:148) for automatic transmission vehicles. 2. Use tire stops under the tires to prevent the vehicle from moving. When the vehicle is parked in snow or when it snows, raise the wiper blades off the glass to prevent damage to them. When the vehicle has been left parked after use on roads heavily covered with snow, or has been left parked during a snowstorm, icing may develop on the brake system, which could cause poor braking action. Check for snow or ice buildup on the suspension, disc brakes and brake hoses underneath the vehicle.

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If there is caked snow or ice, remove it, being careful not to damage the disc brakes and brake hoses and ABS harness. ! Refueling in cold weather To help prevent moisture from forming in the fuel sys- tem and the risk of its freezing, use of an antifreeze ad- ditive in the fuel tank is recommended during cold weather. Use only additives that are specifically designed for this purpose. When an antifreeze additive is used, its effect lasts longer if the tank is refilled whenever the fuel level reaches half empty. If your SUBARU is not going to be used for an extend- ed period, it is best to have the fuel tank filled to capac- ity.

! Driving on snowy and icy roads

Do not use the cruise control on slippery roads such as snowy or icy roads. This may cause loss of vehicle control.

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ing, abrupt acceleration, high-speed driving, and sharp turning when driving on snowy or icy roads. Always maintain ample distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you to avoid the need for sud- den braking. To supplement the foot brake, use the engine brake effectively to control the vehicle speed. (Shift into a lower gear when necessary.) Avoid shifting down abruptly. Such behavior can cause the wheels to lock, possibly leading to loss of vehicle control. An anti-lock brake system (ABS) enhances your vehi- cle(cid:146)s braking performance on snowy and icy roads. Refer to the (cid:147)ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)(cid:148) and (cid:147)Ve- hicle Dynamics Control system (if equipped)(cid:148) section in chapter 7 for information on braking on slippery sur- faces. ! Wiper operation when snowing Before driving in cold weather, make sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or rear window. If the wiper blades are frozen to the windshield or rear window, use the defroster with the airflow control but- ton/dial in the (cid:147) (cid:148) position and the temperature control dial set for maximum warmth until the wiper blades are completely thawed out. If your vehicle is equipped with a wiper deicer, it is helpful to thaw the

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windshield wiper blades. To thaw out the rear wiper blade, use the rear window defogger. When driving in snow, if frozen snow starts to stick on the surface of the windshield despite wiper operation, use the defroster with the airflow control button/dial in (cid:147) (cid:148) and the temperature control dial set for maxi- mum warmth. After the windshield gets warmed enough to melt the frozen snow on it, wash it away us- ing the windshield washer. Snow stuck on the wiper arm prevents the wiper from working effectively. If snow is stuck on the wiper arm, pull off the road to a safe place, then remove it. If you stop the vehicle at road side, use the hazard warning flasher to alert other drivers. We recommend use of non-freezing type wiper blades (winter blades) during the seasons you could have snow and sub-zero temperatures. Blades of this type give superior wiping performance in snowy conditions. Be sure to use blades that are suitable for your vehi- cle.

! Corrosion protection Refer to the (cid:147)Corrosion protection(cid:148) section (chapter 10).

! Snow tires ! All models except OUTBACK

" When replacing original tires with winter (snow) tires, make sure you use only the same size, construction and load range as the origi- nal tires listed on the tire placard. Using other sizes and construction may affect speedome- ter/odometer calibration and clearance be- tween the body and tires. It also may be danger- ous and lead to loss of vehicle control. " You must install four winter tires that are of the same size, circumferences, construction, brand, and load range. Mixing other sizes, cir- cumferences or constructions may result in se- vere mechanical damage to the drive train of your vehicle and may affect ride, handling, braking and speedometer/odometer calibra- tion. It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle control. " Do not use a combination of radial, belted bias or bias tires since it may cause dangerous handling characteristics and lead to an acci- dent.

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Your vehicle is equipped with (cid:147)all season tires(cid:148) which are designed to provide an adequate measure of trac- tion, handling and braking performance in year-round driving. In winter, it may be possible to enhance per- formance through use of tires designed specifically for winter driving conditions. If you choose to install winter tires on your vehicle, be sure to use the correct tire size and type. You must in- stall four winter tires that are of the same size, con- struction, brand and load range and you should never mix radial, belted bias or bias tires since this may re- sult in dangerous handling characteristics. When you choose a tire, make sure that there is enough clear- ance between the tire and vehicle body. Remember to drive with care at all times regardless of the type of tires on your vehicle. ! OUTBACK models only

" When replacing original tires with winter (snow) tires, make sure you use only the same size and construction as recommended. Using other sizes or construction may affect speed- ometer/odometer calibration and clearance be- tween the body and tires. It also may be danger-

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choose a tire, make sure that there is enough clear- ance between the tire and vehicle body. Remember to drive with care at all times regardless of the type of tires on your vehicle. Your OUTBACK comes with P225/60R16 or P225/ 55R17 (cid:147)all season tires(cid:148) as original equipment. You should be aware that some winter tires with that same size designation may actually be too large for the vehicle and may cause rubbing on sharp turns. Listed below is the winter tire size that we recommend.

Recommended winter (snow) tire size

2.5-liter non-turbo models: P225/60R16 or P215/ 60R16 Studless All models other than 2.5-liter non-turbo models: P215/55R17, P225/60R16 or P215/60R16 Studless

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ous and lead to loss of vehicle control. " You must install four winter tires that are of the same size, circumferences, construction, brand, and load range. Mixing other sizes, cir- cumferences or constructions may result in se- vere mechanical damage to the drive train of your vehicle and may affect ride, handling, braking and speedometer/odometer calibra- tion. It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle control. " Do not use a combination of radial, belted bias or bias tires since it may cause dangerous handling characteristics and lead to an acci- dent.

Your vehicle is equipped with (cid:147)all season tires(cid:148) which are designed to provide an adequate measure of trac- tion, handling and braking performance in year-round driving. In winter, it may be possible to enhance per- formance through use of tires designed specifically for winter driving conditions. If you choose to install winter tires on your vehicle, be sure to use the correct tire size and type. You must in- stall four winter tires that are of the same size, con- struction, brand and load range and you should never mix radial, belted bias or bias tires since this may re- sult in dangerous handling characteristics. When you

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! Tire chains

Tire chains cannot be used on tires listed below because of lack of clearance between the tires and vehicle body. " 2.5-liter non-turbo models (except OUT- BACK): P205/55R16 tires " 2.5-liter turbo models (except OUTBACK): 215/45ZR17 tires " 2.5-liter non-turbo models (OUTBACK): P225/ 60R16 tires " 2.5-liter turbo and 3.0-liter models (OUT- BACK): P225/55R17 tires " 2.5-liter non-turbo and 3.0-liter models (OUT- BACK): P225/60R16 winter (snow) tires " 2.5-liter non-turbo and 3.0-liter models (OUT- BACK): P215/60R16 winter (snow) tires " 2.5-liter turbo and 3.0-liter models (OUT- BACK): P215/55R17 winter (snow) tires

Driving on snowy grades or icy roads may require the use of tire chains, in which case put the chains on the front wheels only. Use only SAE class S type chains that are of the correct size for your tires so as not to damage the vehicle body or suspension.

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When driving with tire chains, drive at speeds below 19 mph (30 km/h). When a temporary spare tire is on a front wheel, replace the temporary spare tire with the rear tire on the same side of the vehicle, and then fit chains on the front tires. Always use the utmost care when driving with tire chains (cid:150) overconfidence because you are driving with tire chains could easily lead to a serious accident.

! Rocking the vehicle If you must rock the vehicle to free it from snow, sand, or mud, depress the accelerator pedal slightly and move the selector lever back and forth between (cid:147)D(cid:148) and (cid:147)R(cid:148) repeatedly. Do not race the engine. For the best possible traction, avoid spinning the wheels when trying to free the vehicle. When the road surface is extremely slippery, you can obtain better traction by starting the vehicle with the transmission in 2nd than 1st (both for MT and AT). Refer to the (cid:147)Automatic transmission(cid:148) section in chap- ter 7 for information on holding the transmission in 2nd position.

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Loading your vehicle

Never allow passengers to ride on the folded rear seatback, in the trunk or in the cargo area. Doing so may result in serious injury.

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" Never stack luggage or other cargo higher than the top of the seatback because it could tumble forward and injure passengers in the

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event of a sudden stop or accident. Keep lug- gage or cargo low, as close to the floor as pos- sible. " When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can to prevent it from being thrown around inside the vehicle during sudden stops, sharp turns or in an accident. " Do not pile heavy loads on the roof. These loads raise the vehicle(cid:146)s center of gravity and make it more prone to tip over. " Secure lengthy items properly to prevent them from shooting forward and causing seri- ous injury during a sudden stop. " Never exceed the maximum load limit. If you do, some parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle handles. This could result in loss of control and cause per- sonal injury. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle. " Do not place anything on the rear shelf be- hind the rear seatback (for Sedan) or the ex- tended luggage cover (for Station wagon). Such items could tumble forward in the event of a sudden stop or a collision. This could cause se- rious injury.

Do not carry spray cans, containers with flam- mable or corrosive liquids or any other danger- ous items inside the vehicle.

NOTE For better fuel economy, do not carry unneeded cargo.

! Vehicle capacity weight

Driving tips

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The load capacity of your vehicle is determined by weight, not by available cargo space. The maximum load you can carry in your vehicle is shown on the ve- hicle placard attached to the driver(cid:146)s side door pillar. It includes the total weight of driver and all passengers and their belongings, any optional equipment such as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, etc., and the tongue load of a trailer.

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! GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle

Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)

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Certification label

The certification label attached to the driver(cid:146)s side door shows GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) and GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). The GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) must never exceed the GVWR. GVW is the combined total of weight of the vehicle, fuel, driver, all passengers, luggage, any op- tional equipment and trailer tongue load. Therefore, the GVW changes depending on the situation.

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In addition, the total weight applied to each axle (GAW) must never exceed the GAWR. The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating luggage in- side the vehicle. Even if the total weight of your luggage is lower than the vehicle capacity weight, either front or rear GAW may exceed the GAWR, depending on the distribution of the luggage. When possible, the load should be evenly distributed throughout the vehicle. If you carry heavy loads in the vehicle, you should con- firm that GVW and front and rear GAWs are within the GVWR and GAWR by putting your vehicle on a vehi- cle scale, found at a commercial weighing station. Do not use replacement tires with a lower load range than the originals because they may lower the GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a high- er load range than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations.

! Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped)

A) Crossbar kit

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" For cargo carrying purposes, the roof rail must be used together with a roof crossbar kit and the appropriate carrying attachment. The roof rail must never be used alone to carry car- go. Otherwise, damage to the roof or paint or a dangerous road hazard due to loss of cargo could result. " When using the roof crossbar kit, make sure

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that the total weight of the crossbars, carrying attachment and cargo does not exceed the maximum load limit. Overloading may cause damage to the vehicle and create a safety haz- ard.

The roof rail is not designed to carry cargo by itself. Cargo can be carried after securing the roof crossbar kit to the roof rail and installing the appropriate carry- ing attachment. When installing the roof crossbar kit, follow the manufacturer(cid:146)s instructions. When you carry cargo on the roof using the roof cross- bar kit and a carrying attachment, never exceed the maximum load limit explained below. You should also be careful that your vehicle does not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and front and rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). See the (cid:147)Loading your vehicle(cid:148) section in this chapter for information on loading cargo into or onto your vehicle. The maximum load limit of the cargo, crossbars and carrying attach- ment must not exceed 100 lbs (45 kg). Place the heaviest load at the bottom, nearest the roof, and evenly distribute the cargo. Always properly secure all cargo.

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" To remove the crossbar

1. Loosen and remove the T-30 torxfi head screw from the top of each crossbar end support. Loosen the lower clamps.

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! Installing carrying attachments on the cross-

bars

When installing any carrying attachment such as a bike carrier, ski carrier, kayak carrier, cargo basket, etc. on the crossbars, follow the manufacturer(cid:146)s in- structions and make sure that the attachment is se- curely fixed to the crossbars. Use only attachments designed specifically for the crossbars. A set of the crossbars is designed to carry loads (cargo and at- tachment) of not more than 100 lbs (45 kg). Before operating the vehicle, make sure that the cargo is properly secured on the attachment. NOTE Remember that the vehicle(cid:146)s center of gravity is al- tered with the weight of the load on the roof, thus affecting the driving characteristics. Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, hard cornering and abrupt stops. Crosswind effects will be in- creased. ! Removal and installation of the crossbars The crossbars can be removed when you do not use the roof to carry cargo.

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2. Carefully raise the crossbar from roof rails.

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" To install the front crossbar Front crossbar: Front crossbar has 100 LBS Load Label on left hand side.

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A) T-25 torxfi head screw

1. Make sure that the T-25 torxfi head screw on the back of each crossbar end support is tightened cor- rectly. 2. Before placing the crossbar on the roof rails, make sure that the T-30 torxfi head screw is removed from the top of each crossbar end support.

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3. The crossbar with the 100 LBS Load Label at- tached onto it is the front crossbar. An arrow is marked on the back of the front crossbar for correct installa- tion. Install the front crossbar so that the arrow faces the front of the vehicle.

A) 10 in (250 mm)

4. Install the front crossbar so that the crossbar end supports are located approximately 10 in (250 mm) rearward from the joints between the roof rails and the front roof rail supports.

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UB8203CA

A) Lower clamp B) T-30 torxfi head screw

5. Tighten the lower clamps onto the crossbar. Using a torque wrench, loosely tighten the T-30 torxfi head screws. NOTE It may be necessary to squeeze the lower clamp and the end support together to compress the pads and gain a better alignment of the pieces while trying to start the screw. Use care not to crossthread the screw in the insert.

6. Adjust the alignment of the crossbar on the roof rails, and if available, use a T-30 torxfi bit and torque wrench and tighten the T-30 torxfi head screws to 30
to 35 lbf•in (3.4 to 4.0 N•m, 0.35 to 0.41 kgf•m) of torque (or tighten securely with the torxfi wrench pro- vided).

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rapid accelerations, resulting in a dangerous road hazard.

NOTE Before each use of the roof crossbar, make sure the four T-30 crossbar clamp screws have been checked, and retightened if necessary to 35 lbf•in (4.0 N•m, 0.41 kgf•m), as outlined in Step #5 above.

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Rear crossbar:

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A) Zero gap

Install the rear cross bar so that the rear edges of both crossbar end supports are aligned (zero gap) with the front edges of both rear roof rail supports.

Install the rear crossbar in the same manner as the front crossbar.

Do not carry cargo on the roof when the cross- bars are removed. Luggage on the roof will be thrown forward or backward in sudden stops or

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Trailer hitch (if equipped)

tributing hitch.

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" Never exceed the maximum weight specified for the trailer hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight could cause an accident resulting in se- rious personal injuries. Permissible trailer weight changes depending on the situation. Re- fer to the next section (cid:147)Trailer towing(cid:148) for pos- sible recommendations and limitations. " Trailer brakes are required when the towing load exceeds 1,000 lbs (453 kg). Be sure your trailer has safety chains and that each chain will hold the trailer(cid:146)s maximum gross weight. Towing trailers without safety chains could cre- ate a traffic safety hazard if the trailer separates from the hitch due to coupling damage or hitch ball damage. " Be sure to check the hitch pin and safety pin for positive locking placement before towing a trailer. If the ball mount comes off the hitch re- ceiver, the trailer could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard. " Use only the ball mount supplied with this hitch. Use the hitch only as a weight carrying hitch. Do not use with any type of weight dis-

The trailer hitch is designed to tow a Class 1 rated load. The maximum gross trailer weight and maximum gross tongue weight are indicated in the following ta- ble.

Maximum gross trailer weight

Maximum gross tongue weight

3.0-liter models

All models other than 3.0-liter models

3,000 lbs (1,360 kg)

2,700 lbs (1,224 kg)

200 lbs (90 kg)

When you tow a trailer, follow the instructions in the next section (cid:147)Trailer towing(cid:148).

! Connecting a trailer 1. Remove the receiver cover from the hitch receiver tube. Then insert the ball mount into the hitch receiver tube.

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2. Insert the hitch pin into the hole on the hitch receiv- er tube so that the pin passes through the ball mount.

3. Insert the safety pin into the hitch pin securely. 4. Pull the ball mount to make sure it does not come off the hitch receiver.

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A) Hitch ball installation point B) Hooks for safety chains

5. Use only a hitch ball that is appropriate for the ball mount and your trailer. The hitch ball must be securely installed on the ball mount. 6. Connect your trailer to the hitch ball. 7. Connect the trailer and the hitch with safety chains that will hold the trailer(cid:146)s maximum gross weight. The chains should cross under the trailer tongue to prevent the tongue from dropping onto the ground in case it should disconnect from the hitch ball. Allow sufficient slack in the chains taking tight-turn situations into ac- count; however, be careful not to let them drag on the ground.

Do not connect safety chains to part of the ve- hicle other than the safety chain hooks.

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! When you do not tow a trailer " Remove the ball mount from the hitch receiver tube and insert the receiver cover onto the hitch receiver tube. " Place the dust cap over the four-pin connector of the hitch wire harness to protect against possible damage. " Occasionally lubricate terminals of the four-pin con- nector using the terminal grease.

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Hitch harness connector

8. Connect the hitch wire harness(cid:146)s black four-pin wire connector to the towing trailer(cid:146)s wire harness. 9. Confirm proper function of the hitch wire harness by individually activating the brake, right turn signal, left turn signal, stop, and parking lights on the trailer. NOTE Always disconnect the trailer wire harness before launching or retrieving a watercraft.

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Trailer towing Your vehicle is designed and intended to be used pri- marily as a passenger-carrying vehicle. Towing a trail- er puts additional loads on your vehicle(cid:146)s engine, driv- etrain, brakes, tires and suspension and has an ad- verse effect on fuel economy. If you do decide to tow a trailer, your safety and satis- faction depend upon proper use of correct equipment and cautious operation of your vehicle. Seek the ad- vice of your SUBARU dealer to assist you in purchas- ing a hitch and other necessary towing equipment ap- propriate for your vehicle. In addition, be sure to follow the instructions on correct installation and use provid- ed by the trailer and other towing equipment manufac- turers. SUBARU assumes no responsibility for injuries or ve- hicle damage that result from trailer towing equipment, or from any errors or omissions in the instructions ac- companying such equipment or for your failure to fol- low the proper instructions.

! Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do not apply to vehicle damage or malfunction caused by trailer towing. If you use your vehicle to tow a trailer, more frequent maintenance will be required due to the additional load. (Refer to (cid:147)Main-

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tenance schedule under severe driving conditions(cid:148) in the (cid:147)Warranty and Maintenance Booklet(cid:148).) Under no circumstances should a trailer be towed with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new powertrain component (engine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving.

! Maximum load limits

Never exceed the maximum load limits ex- plained below. Exceeding the maximum load limits could cause personal injury and/or vehi- cle damage.

" Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight. " Before towing a trailer, check the trailer total weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load. Make sure the load and its distribution in your vehicle

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and trailer are acceptable.

3,0-liter models

! Total trailer weight

Conditions

Maximum total trailer weight

When towing a trailer with- out brakes.

When towing a trailer with brakes.

When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade continu- ously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of 104°F (40°C) or above.

1,000 lbs (453 kg)

3,000 lbs (1,360 kg)

1,500 lbs (680 kg)

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Total trailer weight

The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must never exceed the maximum weight shown below.

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All models other than 3.0-liter models

Model

Conditions

MT models When towing a trailer with-

out brakes.

When towing a trailer with brakes.

AT models When towing a trailer with-

out brakes.

When towing a trailer with brakes.

When towing a trailer on a long uphill grade continu- ously for over 5 miles (8 km) with an outside temperature of 104°F (40°C) or above.

Maximum total trailer

weight

1,000 lbs (453 kg)

2,700 lbs (1,224 kg)

1,000 lbs (453 kg)

2,700 lbs (1,224 kg)

1,350 lbs (612 kg)

Driving tips

! Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and Gross Vehicle

Weight Rating (GVWR)

UB8503AA

Gross Vehicle Weight

The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) must never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is the combined total of the weight of the vehicle, driver, passengers, luggage, trailer hitch, trailer tongue load and any other optional equipment installed on your vehicle. Therefore, the GVW changes depending on the situation. Determine the GVW each time before going on a trip by putting your vehicle and trailer on a vehicle scale. GVWR is shown on the certification label located on (cid:150) CONTINUED (cid:150) 8-33

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the driver(cid:146)s door of your vehicle.

! Gross Axle Weight (GAW) and Gross Axle

Weight Rating (GAWR)

Certification label

UB8222BA

UB8209BA

Gross Axle Weight

The total weight applied to each axle (GAW) must nev- er exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating passengers and luggage inside the vehicle. The front and rear GAWR are also shown on the certification la- bel.

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UB8222BA

Certification label

To check both GVWR and GAWR and to confirm that the total weight and weight distribution are within safe driving limits, you should have your vehicle and trailer weighed at a commercial weighing station. Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to prevent a change in weight distribution while driving.

Driving tips

! Tongue load

Tongue load

HS8019AA

If the trailer is loaded with more weight in the back of trailer(cid:146)s axle than in the front, the load is taken off the rear axle of the towing vehicle. This may cause the rear wheels to skid, espe- cially during braking or when vehicle speed is reduced during cornering, resulting in over- steer, spin out and/or jackknifing.

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Ensure that the trailer tongue load is from 8 to 11 per- cent of the total trailer weight and does not exceed the maximum value of 200 lbs (90 kg).

60%

40%

50% 50%

UB8210BB

A) Jack B) Bathroom scale

The tongue load can be weighed with a bathroom scale as shown in the illustration below. When weigh- ing the tongue load, be sure to position the towing cou- pler at the height at which it would be during actual towing, using a jack as shown.

HS8021BB

F: Front

The tongue load can be adjusted by proper distribution of the load in the trailer. Never load the trailer with more weight in the back than in the front; approximate- ly 60 percent of the trailer load should be in the front and approximately 40 percent in the rear. Also, distrib- ute the load as evenly as possible on both the left and right sides. Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to prevent a change in weight distribution while driving.

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! Trailer hitches

Never drill the frame or under-body of your ve- hicle to install a commercial trailer hitch. If you do, dangerous exhaust gas, water or mud may enter the passenger compartment through the drilled hole. Exhaust gas contains carbon mon- oxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. Also, drill- ing the frame or under-body of your vehicle could cause deterioration of strength of your vehicle and cause corrosion around the drilled hole.

" Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, or other systems when installing a hitch or other trailer towing equipment. " Do not use axle-mounted hitches as they can cause damage to the axle housing, wheel bear- ings, wheels or tires.

Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer.

Driving tips

! OUTBACK wagon The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is recom- mended. A genuine SUBARU hitch is available from your SUBARU dealer. If use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoidable, be sure the hitch is suited to your vehicle and trailer. Consult with a professional hitch supplier to assist you in choosing an appropriate hitch for your vehicle. Be sure to follow all of the hitch manufacturer(cid:146)s instructions for installation and use. Never use a hitch that mounts only to the rear bumper. The bumper is not designed to handle that type of load. For all types of hitches, regularly check that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are tight. ! All vehicles except OUTBACK wagon SUBARU does not offer accessory trailer hitches. Consult with a professional hitch supplier to assist you in choosing an appropriate hitch for your vehicle. Be sure to follow all of the hitch manufacturer(cid:146)s instruc- tions for installation and use. Never use a hitch that mounts only to the rear bumper. The bumper is not designed to handle that type of load. Regularly check that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are tight.

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! Connecting a trailer ! Trailer brakes

" Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight. " Do not directly connect your trailer(cid:146)s hydrau- lic brake system to the hydraulic brake system in your vehicle. Direct connection would cause the vehicle(cid:146)s brake performance to deteriorate and could lead to an accident.

If your trailer(cid:146)s total weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) exceeds 1,000 lbs (453 kg), the trailer is re- quired to be equipped with its own brake system. Elec- tric brakes or surge brakes are recommended, and must be installed properly. Check that your trailer(cid:146)s brakes conform with Federal, state/province and/or other applicable regulations. Your SUBARU(cid:146)s brake system is not designed to be tapped into the trailer(cid:146)s hydraulic brake system. Please ask your SUBARU dealer and professional trailer supplier for more infor- mation about the trailer(cid:146)s brake system.

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! Trailer safety chains

Always use safety chains between your vehicle and the trailer. Towing trailer without safety chains could create a traffic safety hazard if the trailer separates from the hitch due to coupling damage or hitch ball damage.

In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch ball should break or become disconnected, the trailer could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard. For safety, always connect the towing vehicle and trailer with trailer safety chains. Pass the chains cross- ing each other under the trailer tongue to prevent the trailer from dropping onto the ground in case the trailer tongue should disconnect from the hitch ball. Allow sufficient slack in the chains taking tight-turn situations into account; however, be careful not to let them drag on the ground. For more information about the safety chain connec- tion, refer to the instructions for your hitch and trailer.

! Side mirrors

UB8501BA

After hitching a trailer to your vehicle, check that the standard side mirrors provide a good rearward field of view without significant blind spots. If significant blind spots occur with the vehicle(cid:146)s standard side mirrors, use towing mirrors that conform with Federal, state/ province and/or other applicable regulations. ! Trailer lights

Direct splicing or other improper connection of trailer lights may damage your vehicle(cid:146)s electri-

Driving tips

cal system and cause a malfunction of your ve- hicle(cid:146)s lighting system.

Connection of trailer lights to your vehicle(cid:146)s electrical system requires modifications to the vehicle(cid:146)s lighting circuit to increase its capacity and accommodate wir- ing changes. To ensure the trailer lights are connected properly, please consult your SUBARU dealer. Check for proper operation of the turn signals, the brake lights and parking lights each time you hitch up. ! Tires

Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is used. The temporary spare tire is not de- signed to sustain the towing load. Use of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in failure of the spare tire and/or less stability of the vehicle.

Make sure that all the tires on your vehicle are properly inflated. The recommended cold tire pressure under trailer tow- ing conditions is shown in chapter 12, (cid:147)Specifications(cid:148) (cid:150) CONTINUED (cid:150) 8-39

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and in (cid:147)GAS STATION REFERENCE(cid:148) at the end of this manual. Adjust the rear tire pressure to the recom- mended pressure when the tires are cold. Normal pressure should be maintained in the front tires. Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and proper infla- tion pressure should be in accordance with the trailer manufacturer(cid:146)s specifications. In the event your vehicle gets a flat tire when towing a trailer, ask a commercial road service to repair the flat tire. If you carry a regular size spare tire in your vehicle or trailer as a precaution against getting a flat tire, be sure that the spare tire is firmly secured.

! Trailer towing tips

" Never exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer in hilly country on hot days. " When towing a trailer, steering, stability, stopping distance and braking performance will be different from normal operation. For safety(cid:146)s sake, you should employ extra caution when towing a trailer and you should never

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speed. You should also keep the following tips in mind:

! Before starting out on a trip " Check that the vehicle and vehicle-to-hitch mount- ing are in good condition. If any problems are appar- ent, do not tow the trailer. " Check that the vehicle sits horizontally with the trail- er attached. If the vehicle is tipped sharply up at the front and down at the rear, check the total trailer weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load again, then con- firm that the load and its distribution are acceptable. " Check that the tire pressures are correct. " Check that the vehicle and trailer are connected properly. Confirm that.

(cid:150) the trailer tongue is connected properly to the hitch ball. (cid:150) the trailer lights connector is connected properly and trailer(cid:146)s brake lights illuminate when the vehi- cle(cid:146)s brake pedal is pressed, and that the trailer(cid:146)s turn signal lights flash when the vehicle(cid:146)s turn signal lever is operated. (cid:150) the safety chains are connected properly. (cid:150) all cargo in the trailer is secured safety in position. (cid:150) the side mirrors provide a good rearward field of view without a significant blind spot.

" Sufficient time should be taken to learn the (cid:147)feel(cid:148) of the vehicle/trailer combination before starting out on a trip. In an area free of traffic, practice turning, stopping and backing up. ! Driving with a trailer " You should allow for considerably more stopping distance when towing a trailer. Avoid sudden braking because it may result in skidding or jackknifing and loss of control. " Avoid abrupt starts and sudden accelerations. If your vehicle has a manual transmission, always start out in first gear and release the clutch at moderate en- gine revolution. " Avoid uneven steering, sharp turns and rapid lane changes. " Slow down before turning. Make a longer than nor- mal turning radius because the trailer wheels will be closer than the vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. In a tight turn, the trailer could hit your vehicle. " Crosswinds will adversely affect the handling of your vehicle and trailer, causing sway. Crosswinds can be due to weather conditions or the passing of large trucks or buses. If swaying occurs, firmly grip the steering wheel and slow down immediately but gradu- ally. " When passing other vehicles, considerable dis- tance is required because of the added weight and

Driving tips

length caused by attaching the trailer to your vehicle.

UB8502BB

A) Left turn B) Right turn

" Backing up with a trailer is difficult and takes prac- tice. When backing up with a trailer, never accelerate or steer rapidly. When turning back, grip the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand and turn it to the left for a left turn, and turn it to the right for a right turn. " If the ABS warning light illuminates while the vehicle is in motion, stop towing the trailer and have repairs performed immediately by the nearest SUBARU deal- er.

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! Driving on grades " Before going down a steep hill, slow down and shift into lower gear (if necessary, use 1st gear) in order to utilize the engine braking effect and prevent overheat- ing of your vehicle(cid:146)s brakes. Do not make sudden downshifts. " When driving uphill in hot weather, the air condition- er may turn off automatically to protect the engine from overheating. " When driving uphill in hot weather, pay attention to the water temperature gauge pointer (for all vehicles) and AT OIL TEMP warning light (for AT vehicles) since the engine and transmission are relatively prone to overheating under these conditions. If the water tem- perature gauge pointer approaches the OVERHEAT zone or the AT OIL TEMP warning light illuminates, immediately switch off the air conditioner and stop the vehicle at the nearest safe place. Refer to the (cid:147)Engine overheating(cid:148) section in chapter 9, and (cid:147)Warning and indicator lights(cid:148) section in chapter 3. NOTE With AT vehicles, the temperature of engine cool- ant is less likely to rise to the OVERHEAT zone in the (cid:147)D(cid:148) position than in the manual mode position. " If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, avoid using the accelerator pedal to stay stationary on an

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uphill slope instead of using the parking brake or foot brake. That may cause the transmission fluid to over- heat. ! Parking on a grade Always block the wheels under both vehicle and trailer when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly. You should not park on a hill or slope. But if parking on a hill or slope cannot be avoided, you should take the following steps: 1. Apply the brakes and hold the pedal down. 2. Have someone place wheel blocks under both the vehicle and trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel blocks are in place, release the regular brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load. 4. Apply the regular brakes and then apply the park- ing brake; slowly release the regular brakes. 5. Shift into 1st or reverse gear (manual transmission) or (cid:147)P(cid:148) (automatic transmission) and shut off the en- gine.

In case of emergency

How to jump start .............................................

If you park your vehicle in an emergency .. Temporary spare tire .................................... Flat tires ......................................................... Changing a flat tire ........................................... Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if equipped) ....................................................

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Jump starting ................................................ 9-17
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Engine overheating ....................................... 9-20
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Towing ........................................................... 9-21
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Towing and tie-down hooks ............................ Using a flat-bed truck ....................................... Towing with all wheels on the ground ............

compartment .................................................. compartment ..................................................

If steam is coming from the engine If no steam is coming from the engine

Rear gate (cid:150) if the rear gate cannot be

unlocked ..................................................... 9-29

Moonroof (cid:150) if the moonroof cannot be

closed ......................................................... 9-30
Maintenance tools ......................................... 9-33
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Jack .................................................................... Jack handle ....................................................... Other maintenance tools ..................................

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In case of emergency

If you park your vehicle in an emer- gency

NOTE When the hazard warning flasher is on, the turn signals do not work.

UB9500BA

The hazard warning flasher should be used in day or night to warn other drivers when you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions. Avoid stopping on the road. It is best to safely pull off the road if a problem occurs. The hazard warning flasher can be activated regard- less of the ignition switch position. Turn on the hazard warning by pushing the hazard warning flasher switch. Turn it off by pushing the switch again.

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Temporary spare tire

your vehicle.

In case of emergency

" Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is used. The temporary spare tire is not de- signed to sustain the towing load. Use of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in failure of the spare tire and/or less stability of the vehicle and may lead to an accident. " When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sen- sor/transmitter being transferred, the low tire pressure warning light will flash. This indicates the tire pressure monitoring system (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 re- setting.

Never use any temporary spare tire other than the original. Using other sizes may result in se- vere mechanical damage to the drive train of

The temporary spare tire is smaller and lighter than a conventional tire and is designed for emergency use only. Remove the temporary spare tire and re-install the conventional tire as soon as possible because the spare tire is designed only for temporary use. Check the inflation pressure of the temporary spare tire periodically to keep the tire ready for use. The cor- rect pressure is 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2). When using the temporary spare tire, note the follow- ing: " Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). " Do not put a tire chain on the temporary spare tire. Because of the smaller tire size, a tire chain will not fit properly. " Do not use two or more temporary spare tires at the same time. " Do not drive over obstacles. This tire has a smaller diameter, so road clearance is reduced.

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US9525BB

UBB501BA

1) Tread wear indicator bar 2) Indicator location mark

" When the wear indicator appears on the tread, re- place the tire.

NOTE If your vehicle is an AWD type with an automatic transmission but is neither a Turbo model nor a 3.0-liter model, deactivate its all-wheel-drive capa- bility as follows: Before driving your vehicle with the temporary spare tire, put a spare fuse inside the FWD connector located in the engine compart- ment and confirm that the (cid:147) (cid:148) warning light comes on. The all wheel drive capability of the ve- hicle has now been deactivated. After re-installing the conventional tire, remove the spare fuse from the FWD connector in order to reactivate all wheel drive.

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Flat tires If you have a flat tire while driving, never brake sud- denly; keep driving straight ahead while gradually re- ducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place.

! Changing a flat tire

" Do not jack up the vehicle on an incline or a loose road surface. The jack can come out of the jacking point or sink into the ground and this can result in a severe accident. " Use only the jack provided with your vehicle. The jack supplied with the vehicle is designed only for changing a tire. Never get under the ve- hicle while supporting the vehicle with this jack. " Always turn the engine off before raising the flat tire off the ground using the jack. Never swing or push the vehicle supported with the jack. The jack can come out of the jacking point due to a jolt and this can result in a severe acci- dent.

In case of emergency

1. Park on a hard, level surface, whenever possible, then stop the engine. 2. Set the parking brake securely and shift a manual transmission vehicle in reverse or an automatic trans- mission vehicle in the (cid:147)P(cid:148) (Park) position. 3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher and have ev- eryone get out of the vehicle.

4. Put wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire di- agonally opposite the flat tire.

HS9003BA

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UB9211BB

UB9210BB

Sedan A) Jack handle B) Spare tire C) Jack and tool bucket

Station wagon A) Jack handle B) Jack and tool bucket C) Spare tire

5. Take out the spare tire, jack, and jack handle. The spare tire and jack are stored under the floor of the trunk or cargo area. To remove the spare tire and jack, proceed as follows:

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Sedan:

In case of emergency

1. Lift the handle of the floor cover and hook the han- dle onto the trunk edge.

UB9222BA

2. Remove the jack handle from the back of the floor cover. 3. Take out the storage tray.

UB6239BA

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4. Take out the jack and tool bucket.

A) Wheel nut wrench B) Jack

UB9209BA

UB9213BB

5. Take the wheel nut wrench and jack out of the tool bucket.

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Station wagon:

6. Turn the attaching bolt counterclockwise, then take the spare tire out.

UB9518BA

1. Open the lid and hang the hook provided on the under side of the lid on the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid open.

UB6522BA

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2. Remove the left hand part of the lid and take out the jack handle.

3. Take out the storage tray.

UB9504BA

UB6531BA

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4. Take out the jack and tool bucket.

A) Wheel nut wrench B) Jack

UB9208BA

UB9213BB

5. Take the wheel nut wrench and jack out of the tool bucket.

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UB9518BA

UB9203BA

7. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel nut wrench but do not remove the nuts.

6. Turn the attaching bolt counterclockwise, then take spare tire out. If the spare tire provided in your vehicle is a temporary spare tire, carefully read the section (cid:147)Temporary spare tire(cid:148) in this chapter and strictly follow the instructions. NOTE Make sure the jack is well lubricated before using it.

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8. Place the jack under the side sill at the front or rear jack-up point closest to the flat tire.

Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack head engag- es firmly into the jack-up point.

UB9514BA

UB9522BA

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UB9525BA

HS9011BA

9. Insert the jack handle into the jackscrew, and turn the handle until the tire clears the ground. Do not raise the vehicle higher than necessary. 10.Remove the wheel nuts and the flat tire.

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11.Before putting the spare tire on, clean the mounting

UB9220BA

surface of the wheel and hub with a cloth. 12.Put on the spare tire. Replace the wheel nuts. Tighten them by hand.

Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts when the spare tire is installed. This could cause the nuts to become loose and lead to an accident.

13.Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle.

In case of emergency

14.Use the wheel nut wrench to securely tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque, following the tight- ening order in the illustration. The torque for tightening the nuts is 74 to 89 lbf•ft (100
to 120 N•m, 10 to 12 kgf•m). This torque is equivalent to applying about 88 to 110 lbs (40 to 50 kg) at the top of the wheel nut wrench. Never use your foot on the wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension on the wrench because you may exceed the specified torque. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automo- tive service facility.

UG9511BB

UB9518CA

15.Store the flat tire in the spare tire compartment. Put the spacer and tighten the attaching bolt firmly. Also store the jack and jack handle in their storage lo- (cid:150) CONTINUED (cid:150) 9-15

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cations.

compartment

Never place a tire or tire changing tools in the passenger changing wheels. In a sudden stop or collisions, loose equipment could strike occupants and cause injury. Store the tire and all tools in the proper place.

after

! Tire pressure monitoring system

(TPMS) (if equipped)

UB7507RA

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The tire pressure monitoring system provides the driv- er with a warning message indicated by sending a sig- nal from a sensor that is installed in each wheel when tire pressure is severely low. The tire pressure monitoring system will activate only when the vehicle is driven. Also, this system may not react immediately to a sudden drop in tire pressure (for example, a blow-out caused running over a sharp object).

If the low tire pressure warning light comes on while driving, never brake suddenly and keep driving straight ahead while gradually 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. Check the pressure for all four tires and adjust the pressure to the COLD tire pressure shown on the vehicle placard on the door pillar on the driver(cid:146)s side. If this light still comes on while driving after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire may have significant damage and a fast leak that causes the tire to lose air rapidly. If you have a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible.

When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor/ transmitter being transferred, the low tire pres- sure warning light will flash. This indicates the TPMS is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- ble for tire and sensor replacement and/or sys- tem resetting. Do not inject any tire liquid or aerosol tire seal- ant into the tires, as this may cause a malfunc- tion of the tire pressure sensors. If the light flashes, promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected.

In case of emergency

Jump starting

" Battery fluid is SULFURIC ACID. Do not let it come in contact with the eyes, skin, clothing or the vehicle. If battery fluid gets on you, thoroughly flush the exposed area with water immediately. Get med- ical help if the fluid has entered your eyes. If battery fluid is accidentally swallowed, imme- diately drink a large amount of milk or water, and obtain immediate medical help. Keep everyone including children away from the battery. " The gas generated by a battery explodes if a flame or spark is brought near it. Do not smoke or light a match while jump starting. " Never attempt jump starting if the discharged battery is frozen. It could cause the battery to burst or explode. " Whenever working on or around a battery, al- ways wear suitable eye protectors, and remove metal objects such as rings, bands or other metal jewelry. " Be sure the jumper cables and clamps on them do not have loose or missing insulation.

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Do not jump start unless cables in suitable con- dition are available. " A running engine can be dangerous. Keep your fingers, hands, clothing, hair and tools away from the cooling fan, belts and any other moving engine parts. Removing rings, watches and ties is advisable. " Jump starting is dangerous if it is done incor- rectly. If you are unsure about the proper proce- dure for jump starting, consult a competent me- chanic.

When your vehicle does not start due to a run down (discharged) battery, the vehicle may be jump started by connecting your battery to another battery (called the booster battery) with jumper cables.

! How to jump start 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 volts and the negative terminal is grounded. 2. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, do not let the two vehicles touch. 3. Turn off all unnecessary lights and accessories. 4. Connect the jumper cables exactly in the sequence illustrated.

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(4)

(1)

(3)

(2)

UB9521BB

In case of emergency

1)Connect one jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the dis- charged battery. 2)Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) ter- minal of the booster battery. 3)Connect one end of the other cable to the negative ((cid:150)) terminal of the booster battery. 4)Connect the other end of the ca- ble to the strut mounting nut. Make sure that the cables are not near any moving parts and that the cable clamps are not in contact with any other metal.

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5. Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster bat- tery and run it at moderate speed. Then start the en- gine of the vehicle that has the discharged battery. 6. When finished, carefully disconnect the cables in exactly the reverse order.

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Engine overheating

Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and has fully cooled down. When the engine is hot, the cool- ant is under pressure. Removing the cap while the engine is still hot could release a spray of boiling hot coolant, which could burn you very seriously.

If the engine overheats, safely pull off the road and stop the vehicle in a safe place.

! If steam is coming from the engine

compartment

Turn the engine off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down.

! If no steam is coming from the engine

compartment

1. Keep the engine running at idling speed. 2. Open the hood to ventilate the engine compart- ment.

Confirm that the cooling fan is turning. If the fan is not turning, immediately turn the engine off and contact your authorized dealer for repair. 3. After the engine coolant temperature has dropped, turn off the engine. If the temperature gauge stays at the overheated zone, turn the engine off. 4. After the engine has fully cooled down, check the coolant level in the reserve tank. If the coolant level is below the (cid:147)MIN(cid:148) mark, add cool- ant up to the (cid:147)MAX(cid:148) mark. 5. If there is no coolant in the reserve tank, add cool- ant to the reserve tank. Then remove the radiator cap and fill the radiator with coolant. If you remove the radiator cap from a hot radiator, first wrap a thick cloth around the radiator cap, then turn the cap counterclockwise slowly without pressing down until it stops. Release the pressure from the ra- diator. After the pressure has been fully released, re- move the cap by pressing down and turning it.

In case of emergency

Towing

Never tow AWD vehicles (both AT and MT) with the front wheels raised off the ground while the rear wheels are on the ground, or with the rear wheels raised off the ground while the front wheels are on the ground. This will cause the vehicle to spin away due to the operation or de- terioration of the center differential.

UG9013BA

If towing is necessary, it is best done by your SUBARU (cid:150) CONTINUED (cid:150) 9-21

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dealer or a commercial towing service. Observe the following procedures for safety.

! Towing and tie-down hooks The towing hooks should be used only in an emergen- cy (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow).

" Use only the specified towing hooks and tie- down hooks. Never use suspension parts or other body parts for towing or tie-down purpos- es. " Never use the tie-down hook closest to the muffler under the vehicle for towing purposes. " To prevent deformation to the bumper and the towing hook, do not apply excessive lateral load to the towing hooks.

Front towing hook (OUTBACK models): 1. Take out the towing hook, screwdriver and wheel nut wrench from the on board tool bucket.

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UB9214BA

2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver in a vinyl tape or cloth, insert it into the gap between the cover and the front bumper, and use it to lever the cover open. 3. Pull the entire fog light cover toward you.

In case of emergency

UB9215BA

UB9216BA

4. Screw the towing hook into the thread hole until the threads can no longer be seen.

5. Tighten the towing hook securely by a wheel nut wrench. After towing, remove the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper. Front towing hook (except OUTBACK models): 1. Take out the towing hook, screwdriver and wheel nut wrench from the on board tool bag.

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UB9204BA

UB9205BA

2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with cloth or vinyl. Then, insert the screwdriver into the gap between the fog light cover and the bumper, and pry out the cover. 3. Pull the entire fog light cover toward you.

4. Likewise, insert the screwdriver still wrapped with cloth or vinyl into the cutout between the towing hook cover and the bumper. Pry out the cover.

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UB9206BA

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5. Screw the towing hook into the thread hole until the threads can no longer be seen.

6. Tighten the towing hook securely by a wheel nut wrench. After towing, remove the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. Fit the fog light cover and towing hook cover on the bumper.

" Do not use the towing hook except when tow- ing your vehicle. " Be sure to remove the towing hook after tow- ing. Leaving the towing hook mounted on the vehicle could interfere with proper operation of (cid:150) CONTINUED (cid:150) 9-25

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the SRS airbag system in a frontal collision.

Front tie-down hooks:

Rear towing hook: The rear towing hook is located below the center of the rear bumper.

The front tie-down hooks are located between each of the front tires and the front bumper.

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Never use the rear towing hook to tie the vehi- cle down.

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Rear tie-down hooks:

! Using a flat-bed truck

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The rear tie-down hooks are located near each of the jack-up reinforcements.

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Use the rear tie-down hooks only for downward anchoring. If they are used to anchor the vehi- cle in any other direction, cables may slip off the hooks, possibly causing a dangerous situa- tion.

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This is the best way to transport your vehicle. Use the following procedures to ensure safe transportation. 1. Shift the selector lever into the (cid:147)P(cid:148) position for au- tomatic transmission vehicles or (cid:147)1st(cid:148) for manual transmission vehicles. 2. Pull up the parking brake lever firmly. 3. Secure the vehicle onto the carrier properly with safety chains. Each safety chain should be equally tightened and care must be taken not to pull the chains so tightly that the suspension bottoms out.

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! Towing with all wheels on the ground

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" Never turn the ignition switch to the (cid:147)LOCK(cid:148) position while the vehicle is being towed be- cause the steering wheel and the direction of the wheels will be locked. " Remember that the brake booster and power steering do not function when the engine is not running. Because the engine is turned off, it will take greater effort to operate the brake pedal and steering wheel.

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" If transmission failure occurs, transport your vehicle on a flat-bed truck. " Do not run the engine while being towed us- ing this method. Transmission damage could result if the vehicle is towed with the engine running. " For vehicles with automatic transmission, the traveling speed must be limited to less than 20 mph (30 km/h) and the traveling distance to less than 31 miles (50 km). For greater speeds and distances, transport your vehicle on a flat- bed truck.

1. Check the transmission and differential oil levels and add oil to bring it to the upper level if necessary. 2. Release the parking brake and put the transmis- sion in neutral. 3. The ignition switch should be in the (cid:147)ACC(cid:148) position while the vehicle is being towed. 4. Take up slack in the towline slowly to prevent dam- age to the vehicle.

Rear gate (cid:150) if the rear gate cannot be unlocked In the event that you cannot unlock the rear gate by operating the power door locking switches or the re- mote keyless entry system, you can unlock it from in- side the cargo area.

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1. Remove the access cover at the bottom-center of the rear gate trim using flat-head screwdriver. 2. Locate the rear gate lock release lever behind the rear gate trim panel.

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3. Unlock the rear gate by pressing the lever inside the trim downward. 4. Open the rear gate from outside by raising the rear gate handle.

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Moonroof (cid:150) if the moonroof cannot be closed If the moonroof cannot be closed with the moonroof switch, you can close the moonroof manually. Sedan: 1. Take out the hex-headed wrench from the glove compartment and screwdriver from the tool bucket.

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2. Remove the spotlight lens by prying the edge of the lens using flat-head screwdriver.

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3. Remove the two screws that retain the moonroof switch body. Then, remove the moonroof switch.

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1)Push the slider at the rear of the rear moonroof frame toward the rear of the vehicle.

4. Insert the wrench in the end of the motor shaft. To lower the moonroof, turn the wrench clockwise. To close the moonroof, turn the wrench counterclock- wise. Have your vehicle checked and repaired by an autho- rized SUBARU dealer. Station wagon: 1. Take out the hex-headed wrench from the glove box and screwdriver from the tool bag. 2. If the sun shade is completely open, slide the sun shade toward the front of the vehicle by taking the fol- lowing steps.

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2)Use a screwdriver or similar implement to sepa- rate the slider and rod. Slide the sun shade toward the front of the vehicle.

3. Remove the plug on the roof trim (located to the rear of the moonroof) by inserting the end of the flad- bladed screwdriver between the roof and plug and pry- ing it off.

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4. Insert the wrench in the end of the motor shaft. To close the moonroof, turn the wrench clockwise. Have your vehicle checked and repaired by an autho- rized SUBARU dealer.

In case of emergency

Maintenance tools ! Jack A jack and other maintenance tools are stored in the tool bucket in the center of the spare tire located in the trunk or in the cargo area.

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Sedan: To take out the jack and maintenance tools, open the floor cover and remove the bucket from the center of the spare tire. Then, take the jack out of the bucket.

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! Jack handle The jack handle is stowed on the back of the floor cov- er of the trunk or on the back of the center lid of the cargo area.

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Station wagon: To take out the jack and maintenance tools, open the center lid and remove the bucket from the center of the spare tire. Then, take the jack out of the bucket.

Sedan: Open the floor cover and remove the jack han- dle from the back of the floor cover.

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Station wagon: Open the center lid, remove the left hand part of the lid, and take out the jack handle. For how to use the jack, refer to (cid:147)Flat tires(cid:148).

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In case of emergency

! Other maintenance tools In addition to a jack and a jack handle, the tool bucket on your vehicle contains the following maintenance tools.

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Screwdriver Towing hook Wheel nut wrench Hex-headed wrench (only for vehicles with moon-