2007 Subaru Legacy Owners Manual

Front

Rear

Rear at trailer towing Size Pressure

Temporary spare tire

P205/55R16

89H

P225/60R16

97H

P205/50R17

88V

16 6 6.5JJ

32 psi

(220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2)

30 psi

(210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2)

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T135/80R16

32 psi

(220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2)

30 psi

(210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2)

32 psi

(220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) T155/70D17

215/45ZR17
17 6 7 JJ

35 psi

(240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2)

33 psi

(230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2)

33 psi

(230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2)

32 psi

(220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2)

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T135/80R16
T135/70D17
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2)

P225/55R17

95V

32 psi

(220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2)

30 psi

(210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2)

32 psi

(220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) T155/70D17

215/45R18

89Y

18 6 7 JJ

33 psi

(230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2)

32 psi

(220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2)

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T155/70D17

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! Vehicle placard

The vehicle placard is affixed to the driver’s side B-pillar. Example:

The vehicle placard shows original tire size, recommended cold tire infla- tion pressure on each tire at max- imum loaded vehicle weight, seating capacity and loading information. ! Adverse safety consequences

of under-inflation

Driving at high speeds with exces- sively low tire pressures can cause the tires to flex severely and to rapidly become hot. A sharp increase in temperature could cause tread se- paration, and failure of the tire(s). Possible resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. ! Measuring and adjusting air

pressure to achieve proper in- flation

Check and, if necessary, adjust the pressure of each tire (including the spare) at least once a month and before any long journey. Check the tire pressures when the tires are cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the specific values. Driving even a short distance warms up the tires and increases the tire pressures. Also, the tire pressures are

affected by the outside temperature. It is best to check tire pressure outdoors before driving the vehicle. When a tire becomes warm, inside it expands, causing the tire pressure to increase. Be careful not to mistakenly release air from a warm tire to reduce its pressure.

the air

& Glossary of tire terminology . Cold tire pressure The pressure in a tire that has been driven less than 1 mile or has been standing for three hours or more. . Maximum inflation pressure The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated. . Recommended inflation pres- sure The cold inflation pressure recom- mended by a vehicle manufacturer. . Intended outboard sidewall

(1) The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or (2) The outward facing sidewall of

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an asymmetrical tire that has a particular side that must always face outward when mounting on a vehicle.

. Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced) of floor mats, leather seats and cross bars to the extent that these items are available as factory-in- stalled equipment (whether installed or not). . Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with including the standard equipment maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant and air conditioning. . Maximum loaded vehicle weight The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight and production options weight. . Normal occupant weight 150 lbs (68 kg) times the number of occupants (3 occupants). . Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle, 2 in front, 1 in rear seat. . Production options weight

The combined weight of those in- stalled regular production options weighing over 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) in excess of those standards items which they replace, not previously considered in curb weight or acces- sory weight. . Vehicle capacity weight luggage The total weight of cargo, and occupants that can be added to the vehicle. . Vehicle maximum load on a tire Load on an individual is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded vehicle weight and dividing by two. . Vehicle normal load on a tire Load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occu- pant weight and dividing by two. & Tire care – maintenance and

tire that

safety practices

. Check on a daily basis that the tires are free from serious damage, nails, and stones. At the same time, check the tires for abnormal wear.

. Inspect the tire tread regularly and replace the tires before their tread wear indicators become visible. When a tire’s tread wear indicator becomes visible, the tire is worn beyond the acceptable limit and must be replaced immediately. With a tire in this condi- tion, driving at even low speeds in wet weather can cause the vehicle to hydroplane. Possible resulting loss of vehicle control can lead to an accident. . To maximize the life of each tire and ensure that the tires wear uni- formly, to rotate the tires every 7,500 miles (12,500 km). Rotat- ing the tires involves switching the front and rear tires on the right-hand side of the vehicle and similarly switching the front and rear tires on the left-hand side of the vehicle. (Each tire must be kept on its original side of the vehicle.) Replace any damaged or unevenly worn tire at the time of rotation. After tire rotation, adjust the tire pressures and make sure the wheel nuts are correctly tightened. A tightening torque specifi- cation and a tightening sequence

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specification for the wheel nuts can be found “Flat tires” section in chapter 9. & Vehicle load limit – how to

determine

The load capacity of your vehicle is determined by weight, not by avail- able cargo space. The load limit of your vehicle is shown on the vehicle placard attached to the driver’s side B-pillar. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle’s placard. The vehicle placard also shows seat- ing capacity of your vehicle. The total load capacity includes the total weight of driver and all passen- gers and their belongings, any cargo, any optional equipment such as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, etc., and the tongue load of a trailer. Therefore cargo capacity can be calculated by the following method. Cargo capacity = Load limit − (total weight of occupants + total weight of optional equipment + tongue load of a trailer (if applicable))

For towing capacity information and weight limits, refer to “Trailer towing” section in chapter 8. ! Calculating total and load ca- pacities varying seating con- figurations

Calculate the available load capacity as shown in the following examples:

Example 1A

For example, if the vehicle has one occupant weighing 154 lbs (70 kg) plus cargo weighing 551 lbs (250 kg). 1. Calculate the total weight.

2. Calculate the available load capa- city by subtracting the total weight from the vehicle capacity weight of 800 lbs (363 kg).

3. The result of step 2 shows that a further 95 lbs (43 kg) of cargo can be carried.

Vehicle capacity weight of the vehicle is 800 lbs (363 kg), which is indicated on the vehicle placard with the state- ment "The combined weight of occu- pants and cargo should never exceed 363 kg or 800 lbs".

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Example 1B

2. Calculate the available load capa- city.

3. The total weight now exceeds the capacity weight by 81 lbs (37 kg), so the cargo weight must be reduced by 81 lbs (37 kg) or more.

Example 2A

For example, if a person weighing 176
lbs (80 kg) now enters the same vehicle (bringing the number of occu- pants to two), the calculations are as follows: 1. Calculate the total weight.

ment “The combined weight of occu- pants and cargo should never exceed 363 kg or 800 lbs”. the vehicle has one For example, occupant weighing 165 lbs (75 kg) plus cargo weighing 265 lbs (120 kg). In addition, the vehicle is fitted with a trailer hitch weighing 22 lbs (10 kg), to which is attached a trailer weighing 1,764 lbs (800 kg). 10% of the trailer weight is applied to the trailer tongue (i.e. Tongue load = 176 lbs (80 kg)). 1. Calculate the total weight.

Vehicle capacity weight of the vehicle is 800 lbs (363 kg), which is indicated on the vehicle placard with the state-

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2. Calculate the available load capa- city.

three), and a child restraint system weighing 11 lbs (5 kg) is installed in the vehicle for the child to use, the calculations are as follows: 1. Calculate the total weight.

3. The result of step 2 shows that a further 172 lbs (78 kg) of cargo can be carried.

Example 2B

For example, if a person weighing 143
lbs (65 kg) and a child weighing 40 lbs (18 kg) now enter the same vehicle (bringing the number of occupants to

2. Calculate the available load capa- city.

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3. The total weight now exceeds the capacity weight by 22 lbs (10 kg), so the cargo weight must be reduced by 22 lbs (10 kg) or more.

& Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capaci- ties

The sum of four tires’ maximum load ratings must exceed the maximum loaded vehicle weight (“GVWR”). In addition, sum of the maximum load ratings of two front tires and of two rear tires must exceed each axle’s maximum loaded capacity (“GAWR”). Original equipment tires are designed to fulfill those conditions. The maximum loaded vehicle weight is referred to Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). And each axle’s maximum loaded capacity is referred to Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The GVWR and each axle’s GAWR are shown on the vehicle certification label affixed to the driver’s door. The GVWR and front and rear GAWRs are determined by not only the maximum load rating of tires but also loaded capacities of the vehicle’s

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suspension, axles and other parts of the body. Therefore, this means that the vehicle cannot necessarily be loaded up to the tire’s maximum load rating on the tire sidewall.

& Adverse safety conse-

quences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires

Overloading could affect vehicle handling, stopping distance, vehicle and tire as shown in the following. This could lead to an accident and possibly result in severe personal injury. . Vehicle stability will deteriorate. . Heavy and/or high-mounted loads could increase the risk of rollover. . Stopping distance will increase. . Brakes could overheat and fail. . Suspension, bearings, axles and other parts of the body could break or experience accelerated wear that will shorten vehicle life. . Tires could fail. . Tread separation could occur. . Tire could separate from its rim.

& Steps for Determining Cor-

rect Load Limit

1. Locate the statement “The com- bined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and lug- gage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635kg). and there will be five- 150 lbs (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 − 750 (5 6 150) = 650 lbs.) 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6.

If your vehicle will be towing a

trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.

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Uniform tire quality grading standards

This information indicates the relative performance of passenger car tires in the area of treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. This is to aid the consumer in making an informed choice in the purchase of tires. Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall be- tween tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example:

Treadwear 200 Traction AA Tem- perature A

The quality grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars. However, they do not apply to deep tread, winter type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 12 inches or less, or to some limited production tires.

All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.

& Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative perfor- mance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, how- ever, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

& Traction AA, A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on speci- fied government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor- mance.

WARNING

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight- ahead braking traction tests, and does not include accelera- tion, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.

& Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled condi- tions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high tempera- ture can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by

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law.

WARNING

The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not over- loaded. Excessive speed, under- inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combina- tion, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.

Reporting safety defects (USA)

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately in- form the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Subaru of America, Inc. If NHTSA receives similar com- plaints, it may open an investiga- tion, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehi- cles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Subaru of America, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400
Seventh Street, SW., Washington,

DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor ve- hicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.

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14-2 Index

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................................... 7-35
Warning light ................................................. 3-28, 7-35
Accessories....................................................... 5-4, 11-49
Accessory power outlet................................................. 6-8
Active head restraint..................................................... 1-7
Air cleaner element ................................................... 11-17
Air conditioner ............................................................. 4-7
Air filtration system..................................................... 4-13
Air flow selection.......................................................... 4-2
Alarm system ............................................................ 2-14
All-Wheel Drive warning light (AT vehicles).................... 3-30
Aluminum wheels...................................................... 11-41
Antenna system........................................................... 5-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................................... 7-35
Arming the system ..................................................... 2-15
Armrest..................................................................... 1-11
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light ............................... 3-26
Audio control button ................................................... 5-26
Audio set .................................................................... 5-5
Auto-dimming mirror/compass...................................... 3-48
Automatic climate control system ................................... 4-8
Automatic transmission

4-speed ................................................................ 7-18
5-speed ................................................................ 7-24
Capacities............................................................. 12-4
Fluid.................................................................... 11-22
Manual mode ................................................ 7-21, 7-27
Selector lever ................................................ 7-19, 7-25
Shift lock release ........................................... 7-23, 7-30
SPORT......................................................... 7-23, 7-30

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Temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) ................. 3-26
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) ........... 1-14

Battery .................................................................... 11-46
Jump starting ......................................................... 9-10
Replacement (Remote keyless entry system) .............. 2-8

Brake

Booster ............................................................... 11-31
Fluid ................................................................... 11-29
Pad and lining...................................................... 11-33
Parking ............................................................... 11-33
Pedal .................................................................. 11-31

Brake pedal

Free play............................................................. 11-31
Reserve distance.................................................. 11-31
Brake system............................................................. 7-34
Warning light.......................................................... 3-28
Braking ..................................................................... 7-34
Tips ...................................................................... 7-34

Breaking

Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings............... 11-33

Bulb

Chart .................................................................... 12-9
Replacing ............................................................ 11-50

Capacities ................................................................. 12-4
Cargo area

Cover.................................................................... 6-12
Light ...................................................................... 6-2

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Tie-down hooks ..................................................... 6-16
Catalytic converter ....................................................... 8-3
Center

Console .................................................................. 6-5
Ventilators ............................................................... 4-3
Center and side ventilators............................................ 4-3
Changing

Flat tire ................................................................... 9-4
Oil and oil filter ..................................................... 11-10
Charge warning light .................................................. 3-26
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator

lamp...................................................................... 3-25

Checking

Brake pedal free play ............................................ 11-31
Brake pedal reserve distance ................................. 11-31
Clutch function...................................................... 11-32
Clutch pedal free play............................................ 11-32
Engine oil level ...................................................... 11-9
Fluid level ............................... 11-22, 11-28, 11-29, 11-30
Gear oil level ........................................................ 11-25
Child restraint systems ............................................... 1-27
Installation with A/ELR seatbelt................................ 1-30
Lower and tether anchorages .................................. 1-35
Child safety .................................................................... 5
Locks ................................................................... 2-19

Chime

Key ........................................................................ 3-5
Seatbelt ........................................................ 1-14, 3-22

Cleaning

Aluminum wheels................................................... 10-3
Interior.................................................................. 10-5

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Ventilator grille ....................................................... 4-12

Climate control system

Automatic ............................................................... 4-8
Manual................................................................... 4-3
Clock ........................................................................ 3-34
Clutch

Fluid ................................................................... 11-30
Pedal .................................................................. 11-32
Coat hook.................................................................. 6-10
Cooling system ........................................................ 11-13
Corrosion protection............................................ 8-10, 10-4
Cruise control ............................................................ 7-46
Set indicator light.................................................... 3-33
Cruise control indicator light......................................... 3-33
Cup holder ................................................................. 6-7
Front passenger’s.................................................... 6-8
Rear passenger’s .................................................... 6-8

Daytime running light system ....................................... 3-40
Differential gear oil

Front................................................................... 11-24
Rear ................................................................... 11-25
Dimensions................................................................ 12-2
Disarming the system ................................................. 2-17
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ........................ 7-34
Dome light ......................................................... 6-2, 11-56
Door

Locks..................................................................... 2-5
Door open warning light .............................................. 3-29
Drive belts ............................................................... 11-20

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Driving

All-Wheel Drive vehicle ........................................... 3-30
Car phone/cell phone .................................................. 7
Drinking ..................................................................... 6
Drugs ........................................................................ 6
Foreign countries ..................................................... 8-4
Pets .......................................................................... 7
Snowy and icy roads ................................................ 8-9
Tips....................................... 7-16, 7-18, 7-23, 7-29, 8-5
Tired or sleepy............................................................ 7

ECO gauge ................................................................. 3-8
Electrical system........................................................ 12-3
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)

system........................................................... 3-29, 7-36
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)............................. 1-14
Engine

Compartment overview ........................................... 11-6
Coolant................................................................ 11-14
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ............................ 6, 8-2
Hood .................................................................... 11-4
Oil........................................................................ 11-9
Overheating .......................................................... 9-12
Starting................................................................... 7-9
Stopping ............................................................... 7-11
Exterior care.............................................................. 10-2

Flat tires ..................................................................... 9-4
Floor mat .................................................................. 6-12

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Fluid level

Automatic transmission ......................................... 11-22
Brake.................................................................. 11-29
Clutch ................................................................. 11-30
Power steering ..................................................... 11-28
Fog light switch .......................................................... 3-42
Front

Differential gear oil................................................ 11-24
Fog light.............................................................. 11-53
Seatbelt pretensioners ............................................ 1-24
Seats ..................................................................... 1-2
Turn signal light.................................................... 11-53
Fuel ........................................................................... 7-3
Economy hints ........................................................ 8-2
Filler lid and cap...................................................... 7-5
Gauge............................................................ 3-6, 3-20
Requirements ......................................................... 7-3
Fuses ..................................................................... 11-47
Fuses and circuits ...................................................... 12-6

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)............................... 8-15
Gear position indicator ................................................ 3-32
Glove box................................................................... 6-5
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)........................... 8-15

Hazard warning flasher .......................................... 3-5, 9-2
Head restraint adjustment

Front...................................................................... 1-7
Rear ..................................................................... 1-10

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Headlight

Flasher ................................................................. 3-40
Indicator light......................................................... 3-33
Headlights........................................................ 3-39, 11-51
Heater operation .......................................................... 4-5
High beam indicator light ............................................ 3-33
High mount stop light................................................. 11-59
High/low beam change (dimmer).................................. 3-39
Horn......................................................................... 3-52
Hose and connections ............................................... 11-14

Ignition switch.............................................................. 3-3
Light....................................................................... 3-5
Illuminated entry .......................................................... 2-9
Illumination brightness control...................................... 3-41
Immobilizer system....................................................... 2-3
Indicator light......................................................... 3-31

Indicator light

Cruise control ........................................................ 3-33
Cruise control set................................................... 3-33
Front fog............................................................... 3-33
Headlight .............................................................. 3-33
High beam ............................................................ 3-33
Select lever/Gear position ....................................... 3-33
Selector lever position ............................................ 3-32
Shift-up................................................................. 3-32
SPORT mode (AT vehicles) .................................... 3-32
S# PREP ................................................................ 3-7
Turn signal ............................................................ 3-33
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF ................................ 3-31

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Vehicle Dynamics Control operation.......................... 3-30

Indicator lights

Vehicle Dynamics Control ................................ 7-39, 7-40
Information display...................................................... 3-34
Inside mirror .............................................................. 3-48
Interior light................................................................. 6-2
Internal trunk lid release handle.................................... 2-23

Jack.......................................................................... 9-18
Jack handle ............................................................... 9-18
Jump starting ............................................................. 9-10

Key

Keyless entry system ............................................... 2-8
Number .................................................................. 2-2
Reminder chime ...................................................... 3-5
Replacement........................................................... 2-4
Keys .......................................................................... 2-2

Leather seat materials................................................. 10-5
Light

Cargo area ............................................................. 6-2
Control switch ........................................................ 3-39
Dome..................................................................... 6-2
Map ....................................................................... 6-2
Light control switch ..................................................... 3-39
Limited slip differential (LSD)........................................ 7-33
Loading your vehicle................................................... 8-13

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Low fuel warning light................................... 3-7, 3-21, 3-29
LSD (Limited slip differential) ....................................... 7-33
Lumbar support ........................................................... 1-8

Main fuse................................................................. 11-49
Maintenance

Precautions ........................................................... 11-3
Schedule .............................................................. 11-3
Seatbelt ................................................................ 1-23
Tools .................................................................... 9-18

Manual

Climate control system ............................................. 4-3
Mode............................................................ 7-21, 7-27
Seat ....................................................................... 1-3
Transmission oil.................................................... 11-21
Transmission-5 speeds ........................................... 7-15
Transmission-6 speeds ........................................... 7-17
Map light........................................................... 6-2, 11-57
Maximum load limits................................................... 8-22
Meters and gauges .............................................. 3-5, 3-18
Mirrors...................................................................... 3-48
Moonroof .................................................................. 2-26
Multi-information display................................................ 3-8

New vehicle break-in driving.......................................... 8-2

Odometer.................................................................. 3-19
Odometer/Tripmeter ..................................................... 3-9

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Off road driving ........................................................... 8-6
Oil filter ................................................................... 11-10
Oil level

Engine .................................................................. 11-9
Front differential gear (AT vehicles)......................... 11-24
Manual transmission ............................................. 11-21
Rear differential.................................................... 11-25
Oil pressure warning light ............................................ 3-26
Outside mirrors .......................................................... 3-50
Outside temperature indicator ...................................... 3-35
Overhead console ....................................................... 6-7
Overheating engine .................................................... 9-12

Parking

Brake stroke ........................................................ 11-33
Light switch ........................................................... 3-42
Parking your vehicle ................................................... 7-44
Periodic inspections ..................................................... 8-4
Power

Door locking switches .............................................. 2-7
Seat....................................................................... 1-4
Steering ................................................................ 7-33
Steering fluid........................................................ 11-28
Windows ............................................................... 2-20
Precautions against vehicle modification................ 1-27, 1-64
Preparing to drive ........................................................ 7-9
Printed antenna........................................................... 5-2

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Combination lights................................................. 11-54
Differential gear oil ................................................ 11-25
Gate............................................................. 2-25, 9-17
Seats ..................................................................... 1-9
Viscous limited slip differential ................................. 7-33

Rear seat

Folding down........................................................... 1-9

Rear window

Defogger button ..................................................... 3-47
Wiper and washer switch ........................................ 3-45
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-44

Recommended

Automatic transmission fluid ................................... 11-23
Brake fluid............................................................ 11-29
Clutch fluid........................................................... 11-30
OIL grade and

viscosity...................... 11-12, 11-13, 11-22, 11-25, 11-27
Power steering fluid............................................... 11-28
Spark plugs.......................................................... 11-20
Remote engine start system ........................................ 7-11
Remote keyless entry system ........................................ 2-8
Replacement

Brake pad and lining ............................................. 11-32
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-42

Replacing

Air cleaner element ............................................... 11-17
Battery (remote keyless entry system) ........................ 2-8
Lost transmitters (keyless entry system).................... 2-11

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Index 14-7

Replacing bulbs ....................................................... 11-50
Cargo area light ................................................... 11-58
Dome light ........................................................... 11-56
Door step light ..................................................... 11-57
Front fog light....................................................... 11-53
Front turn signal light ............................................ 11-53
Headlight............................................................. 11-51
High mount stop light ............................................ 11-59
License plate light................................................. 11-56
Map light ............................................................. 11-57
Parking light......................................................... 11-53
Rear combination light .......................................... 11-54
Trunk light ........................................................... 11-58
Rocking the vehicle .................................................... 8-13
Roof rail and crossbar................................................. 8-15

Safety

Precautions when driving............................................. 4
Symbol...................................................................... 2
Warnings ................................................................... 2

Seat

Fabric ................................................................... 10-5
Heater.................................................................... 1-8
Memory function...................................................... 1-5
Seatbelt......................................................................... 4
Maintenance .......................................................... 1-23
Pretensioners......................................................... 1-24
Safety tips ............................................................. 1-13
Warning light and chime .................................. 1-14, 3-22

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Seatbelts .................................................................. 1-13
Security ID plate .......................................................... 2-3
Selector lever .................................................... 7-19, 7-25
Position indicator ........................................... 3-32, 3-33
Shift lock release ............................................... 7-23, 7-30
Shift-up indicator light ................................................. 3-32
Shock sensors........................................................... 2-19
Shopping bag hook .................................................... 6-11
SI-DRIVE mode ......................................................... 7-31
Snow tires................................................................. 8-10
Snowy and icy roads .................................................... 8-9
Sounding a panic alarm .............................................. 2-10
Spark plugs.............................................................. 11-20
Specifications ............................................................ 12-2
Speedometer....................................................... 3-6, 3-18
SRS

Curtain airbag........................................................ 1-55
Frontal airbag ........................................................ 1-45
Side airbag ........................................................... 1-55
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ... 4, 1-40
SRS airbag system

Monitors................................................................ 1-61
Servicing............................................................... 1-63
SRS airbag system warning light ................................. 3-24
Starting the engine ....................................................... 7-9
State emission testing (U.S. only) .................................. 7-7
Steering wheel

Power................................................................... 7-33
Tilt ....................................................................... 3-51
Stopping the engine ................................................... 7-11
Storage compartment ................................................... 6-4

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Stowage boxes .......................................................... 6-15
Sun shade......................................................... 2-28, 2-29
Sun visors .................................................................. 6-3
Supplemental Restraint System airbag (SRS) ................ 1-40
Synthetic leather upholstery ......................................... 10-5

Tachometer......................................................... 3-6, 3-20
Temperature gauge...................................... 3-7, 3-11, 3-21
Temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) ..................... 3-26
Temporary spare tire .................................................... 9-2
Tie-down hooks.......................................................... 9-13
Tilt steering wheel....................................................... 3-51
Tire

Chains .................................................................. 8-12
Inspection............................................................ 11-36
Pressures and wear.............................................. 11-36
Replacement........................................................ 11-40
Rotation .............................................................. 11-39
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ....................... 7-43
Tires ......................................................................... 12-5
Types.................................................................. 11-34
Tires and wheels ...................................................... 11-34
Top tether anchorages ................................................ 1-37
Towing ...................................................................... 9-13
All wheels on the ground ......................................... 9-16
Flat-bed truck......................................................... 9-16
Tie-down hooks...................................................... 9-13
Weight .................................................................. 8-22

Trailer

Hitch ..................................................................... 8-19

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Towing.................................................................. 8-21
Towing tips............................................................ 8-27
Trip meter ................................................................. 3-19
Trunk lid ................................................................... 2-22
Release handle ..................................................... 2-23
Trunk light................................................................ 11-58
Turn signal

Indicator lights ....................................................... 3-33
Lever.................................................................... 3-41

Under-floor storage compartment ................................. 6-16

Valet mode................................................................ 2-17
Vanity mirror ................................................................ 6-4
Vehicle

Capacity weight ..................................................... 8-14
Identification ......................................................... 12-11
Symbols .................................................................... 3

Vehicle Dynamics Control

OFF indicator light.................................................. 3-30
OFF switch ........................................................... 7-42
Operation indicator light .......................................... 3-30
System ................................................................. 7-38
Warning light ......................................................... 3-30
Ventilator .................................................................... 4-2

Warning and indicator lights ........................................ 3-22

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Index 14-9

Warning lights

ABS...................................................................... 3-28
All-Wheel Drive ...................................................... 3-30
Anti-lock Brake System ........................................... 3-28
AT OIL TEMPerature............................................... 3-26
Brake system......................................................... 3-28
Charge.................................................................. 3-26
CHECK ENGINE .................................................... 3-25
Door open ............................................................. 3-29
Low fuel ................................................. 3-7, 3-21, 3-29
Oil pressure ........................................................... 3-26
Seatbelt................................................................. 3-22
SRS airbag system................................................. 3-24
Vehicle Dynamics Control ................................ 3-30, 7-40
Warranties ..................................................................... 1
Warranties and maintenance........................................ 8-21
Washing .................................................................... 10-2
Waxing and polishing .................................................. 10-3
Wear indicators ........................................................ 11-38
Wheel

Alignment .............................................................. 12-5
Balance............................................................... 11-38
Replacement........................................................ 11-40
Windows ................................................................... 2-20
Windshield

Washer fluid......................................................... 11-41
Wiper and washer switches ..................................... 3-44
Wiper blades........................................................ 11-43
Wiper deicer .......................................................... 3-46
Winter driving.............................................................. 8-8
Wiper and washer ...................................................... 3-43

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GAS STATION REFERENCE

& 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). Refer to “Fuel” section in this manual. & Fuel capacity: 16.9 US gal (64 liters, 14.1 Imp gal) & Engine oil: Use only API classification SM with the words “ENERGY CONSERVING” and the ILSAC certification mark (starburst mark) displayed on the container. & Engine oil capacity: 2.5-liter models: 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt) 3.0-liter models: 5.8 US qt (5.5 liters, 4.8 Imp qt)

& Fuel: ! 2.5-liter non-turbo models Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. ! 2.5-liter turbo models Use premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. For temporary purposes if premium unleaded gasoline is not available, you may use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. For optimum engine performance and driveability, it is required that you use premium grade unleaded gasoline. ! 3.0-liter models Use unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. Regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87
AKI or higher may be used. However for optimum engine performance and driveability, it is recommended that you use 91 AKI or higher grade unleaded gasoline. You may experience reduced output, poor accelerator response, and reduced fuel economy when using gasoline with an octane rating lower than 91 AKI, depending on your driving habits and conditions. If you experience any of these conditions while using a lower octane rated fuel, you may want to return to using 91 AKI octane rated fuel as soon as possible. Additionally, if your vehicle knocks heavily or persistently, or if you are driving with heavy loads such as when towing a trailer, the use of 91 AKI or higher grade unleaded gasoline is required.

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215/45ZR17
17 6 7 JJ

P225/55R17 95V

215/45R18 89Y

18 6 7 JJ

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P205/55R16 89H P225/60R16 97H P205/50R17 88V

16 6 6.5JJ

Wheel size

Pressure

Front

Rear

Rear at trailer towing

Size

Pressure

Temporary spare tire

32 psi (220 kPa,

2.2 kgf/cm2)

32 psi (220 kPa,

2.2 kgf/cm2)

33 psi (230 kPa,

2.3 kgf/cm2)

35 psi (240 kPa,

2.4 kgf/cm2)

32 psi (220 kPa,

2.2 kgf/cm2)

33 psi (230 kPa,

2.3 kgf/cm2)

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2.1 kgf/cm2)

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32 psi (220 kPa,

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32 psi (220 kPa,

2.2 kgf/cm2)

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Foreword Congratulations on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. This Owner’s Manual has all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU in excellent condition and to properly maintain the emission control system for minimizing emission pollutants. We urge you to read this manual carefully so that you may understand your vehicle and its operation. For information not found in this Owner’s Manual, such as details concerning repairs or adjustments, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your SUBARU or the nearest SUBARU dealer.

The information, specifications and illustrations found in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD. reserves the right to change specifications and designs at any time without prior notice and without incurring any obligation to make the same or similar changes on vehicles previously sold. This Owner’s Manual applies to all models and covers all equipment, including factory installed options. Some explanations, therefore may be for equipment not installed in your vehicle.

Please leave this manual in the vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need the information found herein.

FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD., TOKYO, JAPAN

*C copyright 2006 FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD.

is a registered trademark of FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD.

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This manual describes the following types of the Legacy series.

1) Legacy Sedan 2) Legacy Station wagon 3) OUTBACK Sedan 4) OUTBACK Station wagon

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CAUTION

If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, the display con- tains mercury. Therefore, the dis- play of the navigation system must be removed before vehicle disposal. Once the display has been removed, please reuse, recycle or dispose of them as hazardous waste.

Warranties & Warranties for U.S.A. All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru of America, Inc. and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the United States come with the following warranties: . SUBARU Limited Warranty . Emission Control Systems Warranty . Emissions Performance Warranty

All warranty information, including details of coverage and exclusions, is in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Please read these warranties carefully. ! Warranties for Canada All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru Canada, Inc. and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in Canada come with the following warranties: . SUBARU Limited Warranty . Anti-Corrosion Warranty . Emission Control Warranty

All warranty information, including details of coverage and exclusions, is in the “Warranty and Service Booklet”. Please read these warranties carefully.

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How to use this owner’s manual & Using your Owner’s manual Before you operate your vehicle, carefully read this manual. To protect yourself and extend the service life of your vehicle, follow the instructions in this manual. Failure to observe these instructions may result in serious injury and damage to your vehicle.

is composed of

This manual fourteen chapters. Each chapter begins with a brief table of contents, so you can usually tell at a glance if that chapter contains the information you want.

Chapter 1: Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags This chapter informs you how to use the seat and seatbelt and contains precau- tions for the SRS airbags. Chapter 2: Keys and doors This chapter informs you how to operate the keys, locks and windows. Chapter 3: Instruments and controls This chapter informs you about the opera- tion of indicators and how to use the instruments and other switches.

instrument panel

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Chapter 4: Climate control This chapter informs you how to operate the climate control. Chapter 5: Audio This chapter informs you how to operate your audio system. Chapter 6: Interior equipment This chapter informs you how to operate interior equipment. Chapter 7: Starting and operating This chapter informs you how to start and operate your SUBARU. Chapter 8: Driving tips This chapter informs you how to drive your SUBARU in various conditions and ex- plains some safety tips on driving. Chapter 9: In case of emergency This chapter informs you what to do if you have a problem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine overheating. Chapter 10: Appearance care This chapter informs you how to keep your SUBARU looking good. Chapter 11: Maintenance and service This chapter informs you when you need to take your SUBARU to the dealer for scheduled maintenance and informs you how to keep your SUBARU running properly.

Chapter 12: Specifications This chapter informs you about dimension and capacities of your SUBARU. Chapter 13: Consumer information and Reporting safety defects This chapter informs you about Tire information, Uniform tire quality grading standards and Reporting safety defects. Chapter 14: Index This is an alphabetical listing of all that’s in this manual. You can use it to quickly find something you want to read.

find a number of WARNINGs,

& Safety warnings You will CAUTIONs and NOTEs in this manual. These safety warnings alert you to poten- tial hazards that could result in injury to you or others. Please read these safety warnings as well as all other portions of this manual care- fully in order to gain a better understand- ing of how to use your SUBARU vehicle safely.

WARNING

A WARNING indicates a situation in which serious injury or death could result if the warning is ignored.

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CAUTION

A CAUTION indicates a situation in which injury or damage to your vehicle, or both, could result if the caution is ignored.

NOTE A NOTE gives information or sugges- tions how to make better use of your vehicle.

& Safety symbol

You will find a circle with a slash through it in this manual. This symbol means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”, depending upon the context.

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Vehicle symbols

Mark

Name

Mark

Name

There are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Child restraint top tether an- chorages

Illumination brightness

Mark

Name

Horn

Engine hood

WARNING

CAUTION

Passengers’ windows lock

Fuel

Front fog lights

Parking lights

Hazard warning flasher

Seat heater

Child restraint lower an- chorages

Windshield wiper deicer

Trunk lid (Sedan)

Wiper intermittent

Fan speed

Windshield wiper and washer

Instrument panel outlets

Rear window wiper and washer

Instrument panel outlets and foot outlets

Lights

Foot outlets

Parking lights, tail lights, li- cense plate lights and instru- ment panel illumination

Headlights

Turn signal

Windshield defroster and foot outlets

Windshield defroster

Rear window defogger/Out- side mirror defogger

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Daytime running lights

Air recirculation

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Outside air

Engine oil

Washer

Door lock (Transmitter)

Door unlock (Transmitter)

Trunk lid (Sedan) or rear gate (Station wagon) (Transmitter)

Safety precautions when driving & Seatbelt and SRS airbag

WARNING

. All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle starts to move. Other- wise, the possibility of serious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or acci- dent.

. To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident, the driver and all passengers in the vehicle should always wear seat- belts when the vehicle is moving. The SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) airbag does not do away with the need to fasten seatbelts. In combination with the seat- belts, it offers the best combined protection in case of a serious accident. Not wearing a seatbelt increases the chance of severe injury or death in a crash even when the vehicle has the SRS airbag.

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. The SRS airbags deploy with considerable speed and force. Occupants who are out of proper position when the SRS airbag deploys could suffer very serious injuries. Because the SRS airbag needs enough space for deploy- ment, the driver should always sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control and the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possible and sit upright and well back in the seat.

Carefully read the sections “Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags” in chapter 1 of this owner’s manual for instructions and pre- cautions concerning the seatbelt system and SRS airbag system.

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& Child safety

WARNING

. Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, because the child will be caught between the passen- ger and objects inside the vehi- cle.

. While riding in the vehicle,

in- fants and small children should always be placed in the REAR seat in an infant or child restraint system which is appropriate for the child’s age, height and weight. If a child is too big for a child restraint system, the child should sit in the REAR seat and be restrained using the seatbelts. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seat- ing positions. Never allow a child to stand up or kneel on the seat. . Put children aged 12 and under in the REAR seat properly re- strained at all times in a child restraint device or in a seatbelt.

The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill chil- dren, especially if they are 12
years of age and under and are not restrained or improperly re- strained. Because children are lighter and weaker than adults, their risk of being injured from deployment is greater.

. NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SAFETY SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLA- CING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG.

. Always use the child safety locks whenever a child rides in the rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opened the door and fell out. Refer to the “Door locks” section in chapter 2.

. Always lock the passenger’s win- dows using the lock switch when children are riding in the vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure could result in injury to a child operating the power window. Re- fer to the “Power windows” sec- tion in chapter 2.

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. Never leave unattended children in the vehicle. They could acci- dentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent op- eration of the vehicle. Also, on hot or sunny days, temperature in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to them.

. Help prevent young children from locking themselves in the trunk. When leaving the vehicle, either close all windows and lock all doors or cancel the inside trunk lid release. Also make certain that the trunk is closed. On hot or sunny days, the temperature in a trunk could quickly become high enough to cause death or serious heat-related injuries in- cluding brain damage to anyone locked inside, particularly for small children.

Carefully read the sections “Child restraint systems”, “*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)”, and “Seatbelts” in chapter 1 of this owner’s manual for instructions and precautions concerning the child restraint system, seatbelt system and SRS airbag system.

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& Engine exhaust gas (carbon

monoxide)

WARNING

. Never inhale engine exhaust gas. Engine exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is dan- gerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. . Always properly maintain the en- gine exhaust system to prevent engine exhaust gas from enter- ing the vehicle.

. Never run the engine in a closed space, such as a garage, except for the brief time needed to drive the vehicle in or out of it.

. Avoid remaining in a parked vehicle for a lengthy time while the engine is running. If that is unavoidable, then use the venti- lation fan to force fresh air into the vehicle.

. Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free from snow, leaves or other obstructions to ensure that the ventilation system al- ways works properly.

. If at any time you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering the

vehicle, have the problem checked and corrected as soon as possible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with all windows fully open. . Keep the trunk lid or rear gate closed while driving to prevent exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.

Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Since alco- hol affects all people differently, you may have consumed too much alcohol to drive safely even if the level of alcohol in your blood is below the legal limit. The safest thing you can do is never drink and drive. However if you have no choice but to drive, stop drinking and sober up comple- tely before getting behind the wheel.

& Drinking and driving

& Drugs and driving

WARNING

WARNING

Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Alcohol in the blood- stream delays your reaction and impairs your perception, judgment and attentiveness. If you drive after drinking – even if you drink just a little – it will increase the risk of being involved in a serious or fatal accident, injuring or killing yourself, your passengers and others. In addition, if you are injured in the accident, alcohol may increase the severity of that injury. Please don’t drink and drive.

There are some drugs (over the counter and prescription) that can delay your reaction time and impair your perception, judgment and at- tentiveness. If you drive after taking them, it may increase your, your passengers’ and other persons’ risk of being involved in a serious or fatal accident.

If you are taking any drugs, check with your doctor or pharmacist or read the literature that accompanies the medication to determine if the drug you are taking can impair your driving ability. Do not drive after taking any medications that can make you drowsy or otherwise affect your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. If

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you have a medical condition that requires you to take drugs, please consult with your doctor.

Never drive if you are under the influence of any illicit mind-altering drugs. For your own health and well-being, we urge you not to take illegal drugs in the first place and to seek treatment if you are addicted to those drugs.

& Driving when tired or sleepy

WARNING

When you are tired or sleepy, your reaction will be delayed and your perception, judgment and attentive- ness will be impaired. If you drive when tired or sleepy, your, your passengers’ and other persons’ chances of being involved in a serious accident may increase.

Please do not continue to drive but instead find a safe place to rest if you are tired or sleepy. On long trips, you should make periodic rest stops to refresh yourself before continuing on your journey. When possible, you should share the driving with others.

& Car phone/cell phone and

driving

CAUTION

Do not use a car phone/cell phone while driving; it may distract your attention from driving and can lead to an accident. If you use a car phone/cell phone, pull off the road and park in the a place before using your phone. In some States/Pro- vinces, only hands-free phones may legally be used while driving.

& Modification of your vehicle

CAUTION

Your vehicle should not be modified other than with genuine Subaru parts and accessories. Other types of modifications could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from modification may not be cov- ered under warranties.

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& Driving with pets Unrestrained pets can interfere with your driving and distract your attention from driving. In a collision or sudden stop, unrestrained pets or cages can be thrown around inside the vehicle and hurt you or your passengers. Besides, the pets can be hurt under these situations. It is also for their own safety that pets should be properly restrained in your vehicle. Re- strain a pet with a special traveling harness which can be secured to the rear seat with a seatbelt or use a pet carrier which can be secured to the rear seat by through the carrier’s routing a seatbelt handle. Never restrain pets or pet carriers in the front passenger’s seat. For further information, consult your veterinarian, local animal protection society or pet shop.

& Tire pressures

WARNING

Driving at high speeds with exces- sively low tire pressures can cause the tires to deform severely and to rapidly become hot. A sharp in- crease in temperature could cause tread separation, and destruction of the tires. The resulting loss of

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vehicle control could lead to an accident.

& California proposition 65

warning

if necessary, adjust

Check and, the pressure of each tire (including the spare) at least once a month and before any long journey.

Check the tire pressure when the tires are cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the values shown on the tire placard. Refer to the “Tires and wheels” section in chapter 11 for detailed information.

WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its consti- tuents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addi- tion, certain fluids in vehicles and certain components of product wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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Table of contents

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags

Keys and doors

Instruments and controls

Climate control

Audio

Interior equipment

Starting and operating

Driving tips

In case of emergency

Appearance care

Maintenance and service

Specifications

Consumer information and Reporting safety defects

Index

10

11

12

13

14

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