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When any of the rear gate (Station wagon) or the trunk lid (Sedan) is not the door warning light comes on. For non-turbo models, the open door is indicated by the corresponding part of the door warning light. For turbo models, the opening door is indicated on the multi-information display.

Always make sure this light is out before you start to drive.

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& All-Wheel Drive

warning light (AT vehi- cles)

WARNING

If

Continued driving with the AWD warning light flashing can lead to powertrain damage. the AWD warning light flashes, promptly park in a safe place then check whether all four tires are the same diameter and whether any of the tires has a puncture or has lost air pressure for some other reason.

The All-Wheel Drive warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after the engine has started. ! For 5-speed automatic transmis-

sion vehicles

This light flashes if the vehicle is driven with tires of different diameters fitted on its wheels or with the air pressure exces- sively low in any of its tires. ! For 4-speed automatic transmis-

sion vehicles

This light comes on when All-Wheel Drive is disengaged and the drive mechanism is switched to Front Wheel Drive for main-

tenance or similar purposes. This light flashes if the vehicle is driven with tires of different diameters fitted on its wheels or with the air pressure exces- sively low in any of its tires. & Vehicle Dynamics

Control operation indi- cator light (if equipped)

This light comes on when the ignition switch is ON and goes out approximately 2 seconds later. It blinks when the skid suppression func- tion is activated. It illuminates when only the traction control function is operating. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably faulty under any of the following conditions. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immediately. . The light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. . The light does not go out even after a period of approximately 2 seconds after the ignition switch has been turned to the “ON” position.

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& Vehicle Dynamics

Control warning light (if equipped)/Vehicle Dy- namics Control OFF in- dicator light (if equipped)

This warning light has both the function of indicating faults in the Vehicle Dynamics Control system and the function of indicat- ing that the Vehicle Dynamics Control system has been deactivated. It comes on in the event of a fault in the system and is on when the system is not operating. This warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after the engine has started. It indicates that the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is in normal operation. ! Vehicle Dynamics Control warning

light

The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably inoperative under any of the following conditions. Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi- ately. . The warning light does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

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the electrical circuit of

. The warning light comes on while the vehicle is running. . If the Vehicle Dynamics Control system itself becomes faulty, the warning light only comes on. At this time, the ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- tem) remains fully operational. . The warning light comes on when the electronic control system of the ABS/ Vehicle Dynamics Control system be- comes faulty.

The Vehicle Dynamics Control system provides its ABS control through the the ABS system. electrical circuit of Accordingly, if the ABS is inoperative, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system be- comes unable to provide ABS control. As a result, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system also becomes inoperative, caus- ing the warning light to come on. Though both the Vehicle Dynamics Control and ABS systems are inoperative in this case, the ordinary functions of the brake system are still available. You will be safe while driving with this condition, but have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. NOTE the warning light behavior is as If shown in the following, the Vehicle Dynamics Control system may be con-

sidered normal. . The warning light comes on right after the engine is started but goes out immediately, remaining off. . The warning light comes on after engine startup and goes off while the vehicle is subsequently being driven. . The warning light comes on during driving, but it goes out immediately and remains off.

! Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF in-

dicator light

. It comes on when the Vehicle Dy- namics Control OFF switch is pressed. . It also comes on when the Vehicle Dynamics Control system is deactivated. NOTE . The light may stay on for a while after the engine has been started, especially in cold weather. This does not indicate the existence of a problem. The light should go out as soon as the engine has warmed up. . The indicator light comes on when the engine has developed a problem and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/ malfunction indicator lamp is on. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is probably faulty under the following condi- tion. Have your vehicle checked at a

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SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . The light does not go out even after the lapse of several minutes (the engine has warmed up) after the engine has started. & Security indicator light This indicator light shows the status of the alarm system. It also indicates operation of the immobilizer system. ! Alarm system It blinks to show the driver the operational status of the alarm system. For detailed information, refer to the “Alarm system” section in chapter 2. ! Immobilizer system This light blinks approximately 60 seconds after the ignition switch is turned from “ON” position to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position or immediately after the key is locks” pulled out. section in chapter 2.)

to the “Door

(Refer

If the indicator light does not flash, it may indicate that immobilizer system may be faulty. Contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately.

In the event that an unauthorized key (for example, an unauthorized duplicate) is used, the security indicator light comes on.

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& Selector lever position indi-

cator (AT vehicles) (if equipped)

& Gear position indicator (AT

vehicles) (if equipped)

This indicator shows the position of the selector lever.

When the manual mode is selected, the gear position indicator (which shows the current gear selection) and the upshift/ downshift indicator light up. (Refer to the “Automatic transmission – 4-speed” or “Automatic transmission – 5-speed” sec- tion in chapter 7.)

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& SPORT mode indicator

light (if equipped)

This light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after the engine has started. When the selector lever is moved to the manual gate, the SPORT mode is se- lected and the indicator light comes on. (Refer to the “Automatic transmission – 4- speed” or “Automatic transmission – 5- speed” section in chapter 7.) & Shift-up indicator light

(MT vehicles) (if equipped)

When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the indicator light comes on for 3 seconds, and then turns off. While selecting the Intelligent (I) mode of SI- DRIVE, this indicator light comes on and informs the upshift timing to the driver for fuel-efficient driving.

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& Selector lever and gear posi- tion indicator (AT vehicles) (if equipped)

This indicator shows the position of the selector lever. When the manual mode is selected, the gear position indicator (which shows the current gear selection) and the upshift/ downshift indicator light up. (Refer to the “Automatic transmission – 4-speed” or “Automatic transmission – 5-speed” sec- tion in chapter 7.) & Turn signal indicator

lights

These lights show the operation of the turn signal or lane change signal. If the indicator lights do not blink or blink

rapidly, the turn signal bulb may be burned out. Replace the bulb as soon as possible. Refer to the “Replacing bulbs” section in chapter 11. & High beam indicator

light

This light shows that the headlights are in the high beam mode. This indicator light also comes on when the headlight flasher is operated. & Cruise control indica-

tor light

The cruise control indicator light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after approxi- mately three seconds. This light comes on when the “CRUISE” main switch is pressed. NOTE If you move the cruise control lever or press the main switch button while turning the ignition switch “ON”, the cruise control function is deactivated and the “CRUISE” indicator light flashes. To reactivate the cruise control function, turn the ignition switch back to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position, and then turn it again to the “ON” position.

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& Cruise control set in-

dicator light

indicator

The cruise control set light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after approximately three seconds. This light comes on when vehicle speed has been set.

& Headlight indicator light This indicator light comes on when the light switch is turned to the “ ” position (to turn on the parking lights) or to the “ ” position (to turn on the headlights). & Front fog light indicator

light

This indicator light is on while the front fog lights are on.

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Clock (Vehicle without Navi- gation System)

NOTE . If your vehicle is a non-turbo model equipped with a navigation system, refer to the separate “Operating In- structions for Monitor System”. . If your vehicle is a turbo model equipped with a navigation system, refer to the “Clock (Vehicle with Navi- gation System)” in the multi-informa- tion display (turbo models) section in this chapter.

The clock shows the time while the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.

To adjust the time shown by the clock, press the “+” button or the “−” button. The indicated time will change in one-minute increments. If you keep the button pressed, the rate at which the indicated time changes will speed up. To reset the minutes to “00” with a radio time signal, push the “SET” button.

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Information display (Non-tur- bo models without Naviga- tion System)

NOTE If your vehicle is a non-turbo model equipped with a navigation system, refer to the separate “Operating In- structions for Monitor System”.

With the ignition switch in the “ON” position, each successive push of the “DISP” button toggles the display in the following sequence:

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! Road surface freeze warning indi-

cation

& Outside temperature indica-

tor

U.S.-spec. vehicles

U.S.-spec. vehicles

Canada-spec. vehicles

The outside temperature indicator shows the outside temperature in a range from −22 to 1228F (−30 to 508C). The indicator can give a false reading under any of the following conditions: . When there is too much sun. . During idling; while running at low speeds in a traffic jam; when the engine is restarted immediately following a shut- down. . When the actual outside temperature falls outside the specified indicator range.

Canada-spec. vehicles

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& Current fuel consumption

& Average fuel consumption

U.S.-spec. vehicles

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indication flashes to show that the road surface may be frozen. If the outside temperature drops to 378F (38C) or lower while the display is giving an indication other than the outside temperature, the display switches to the outside temperature indication and flashes for five seconds before returning to its original indication. If the display is already indicating an outside temperature of 378F (38C) or lower when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the indication does not flash. NOTE The outside temperature indication may differ from the actual outside temperature. The road surface freeze warning indication should be treated only as a guide. Be sure to check the condition of the road surface before driving.

Canada-spec. vehicles

Canada-spec. vehicles

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

fuel

This indication shows the average rate of fuel consumption since the trip meter was

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last reset. Pressing the trip knob toggles the indica- tion between the average fuel consump- tion corresponding to the A trip meter indication and the average fuel consump- tion corresponding to the B trip meter indication. When either of the trip meter indications is reset, the corresponding average fuel consumption value is also reset. NOTE . The indicated values vary in accor- dance with changes in the vehicle’s running conditions. Also, the indicated values may differ slightly from the actual values and should thus be treated only as a guide. . When either trip meter indication is reset, the average fuel consumption corresponding to that trip meter indica- tion is not shown until the vehicle has subsequently covered a distance of 1
mile (or 1 km).

& Driving range on remaining

fuel

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that can be driven taking into account the amount of fuel remaining in the tank and the average rate of fuel consumption. When the low fuel warning light comes on, the driving range indication flashes for five seconds. (The display first switches to the driving range indication if it was originally giving some other indication.)

U.S.-spec. vehicles

U.S.-spec. vehicles

Canada-spec. vehicles

The driving range indicates the distance

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

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& Journey time

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

Canada-spec. vehicles the driving range is shown as “

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

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

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& High/low beam change (dim-

mer)

Light control switch

& Headlights

WARNING

To prevent battery discharge result- ing from accidentally leaving your lights on when your vehicle is parked, the light switch operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. In any other position, the vehicle’s lights will be out. If you park your vehicle on a road- side at night, use the hazard warn- ing flasher to alert the other drivers.

The light switch operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

To turn on the headlights, turn the knob on the end of the turn signal lever.

first position

Parking lights, instrument panel illumina- tion, tail lights and license plate light are on.

second position

To change from low beam to high beam, push the turn signal lever forward. When the headlights are on high beam, the high beam indicator light “ ” on the instru- ment panel is also on. To switch back to low beam, pull the lever back to the detent position.

Headlights, parking lights, instrument pa- nel lights, and license plate light are on.

illumination,

tail

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& Headlight flasher

& Daytime running light system

WARNING

The brightness of the illumination of the low beam headlights is reduced by the daytime running light system. The light switch must always be turned to the “ ” position when it is dark outside.

The front side marker lights, parking lights, tail lights and license plate lights will automatically come on and the low beam headlights will automatically come on at reduced brightness when the engine has started, under the following conditions: . The parking brake is fully released. . The light switch is in the “OFF” or “ position.

”

The indicator light located on the combi- nation meter will illuminate when the daytime running light system is on.

Turbo models

Non-turbo models

CAUTION

Do not hold the lever in the flashing position for more than just a few seconds.

To flash the headlights, pull the lever toward you and then release it. The high beam will stay on for as long as you hold the lever. The headlight flasher works even though the lighting switch is in the “OFF” position.

When the headlights are on high beam, the high beam indicator light “ ” on the instrument panel also comes on.

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Turn signal lever

Illumination brightness con- trol

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NOTE is turned fully When the control dial upward, the illumination brightness becomes the maximum and the auto- matic dimming function does not work at all.

To activate the right turn signal, push the lever up. To activate the left turn signal turn signal, push the turn signal lever down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. If the lever does not return after cornering, return the lever to the neutral position by hand.

To signal a lane change, push the turn signal lever up or down slightly and hold it during the lane change. The turn signal indicator lights will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. The lever will return automatically to the neutral position when you release it.

“

” or

The brightness of clock display, audio, air conditioner, information display and instru- ment panel illumination dims when the light switch is in the “ ” positions. You can adjust brightness of the instrument panel illumination for better visibility. In turbo models, you can also adjust the brightness of the instrument panel illumi- nation when the lighting switch is in the OFF position. To brighten, turn the control dial upward. To darken, turn the control dial downward.

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Parking light switch

Front fog light switch (if equipped)

The parking light switch operates regard- less of the ignition switch position.

By pushing the front end of this switch, following lights will come on. – Parking lights – Front and rear side marker lights – Tail lights – License plate lights

To turn off, push the rear end of parking light switch. Avoid leaving these lights on for a long time because that will run down the battery.

the

” position.

The front fog lights operate only when the light switch is in the “ However, the front fog lights turn off when the headlights are switched to high beam. To turn on the front fog lights, turn the front fog light switch on the turn signal lever upward to the “ ” position. To turn off the front fog lights, turn the switch back down to the “OFF” position.

Turbo models

Non-turbo models

The indicator light located on the combi- nation meter will illuminate when the front fog lights are on.

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Wiper and washer

WARNING

In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer until the wind- shield is sufficiently warmed by the defroster. Otherwise the washer fluid can freeze on the windshield, blocking your view.

CAUTION

. Do not operate the washer con- tinuously for more than ten sec- onds, or when the washer fluid tank is empty. This may cause overheating of the washer motor. Check the washer fluid level frequently, such as at fuel stops. . Do not operate the wipers when the windshield or rear window is dry. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield or rear window, always use the wind- shield washer.

If

. In freezing weather, be sure that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or rear window before switching on the wipers. Attempting to operate the wiper with the blades frozen to the window glass could cause not only the wiper blades to be damaged but also the wiper mo- tor to burn out. the wiper blades are frozen to the window glass, be sure to operate the defroster, wiper deicer (if equipped) or rear window defog- ger before turning on the wiper. . If the wipers stop during opera- tion because of ice or some other obstruction on the window, the wiper motor could burn out even if the wiper switch is turned off. If this occurs, promptly stop the vehicle in a safe place, turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and clean the window glass to allow proper wiper op- eration.

. Use clean water if windshield washer fluid is unavailable. In areas where water freezes in winter, use SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid or the equivalent. (See “Windshield washer fluid”

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section in chapter 11.) Also, when driving the vehicle when there are freezing tempera- tures, use non-freezing type wi- per blades.

. Do not clean the wiper blades with gasoline or a solvent, such as paint thinner or benzene. This will cause deterioration of the wiper blades.

NOTE . The front wiper motor is protected against overloads by a circuit breaker. the motor operates continuously If under an unusually heavy load, the circuit breaker may trip to stop the motor temporarily. If this happens, park your vehicle in a safe place, turn off the wiper switch, and wait for approxi- mately 10 minutes. The circuit breaker will reset itself, and the wipers will again operate normally. . Clean your wiper blades and win- dow glass periodically with a washer solution to prevent streaking, and to remove accumulations of road salt or road film. Keep the washer button depressed at least for 1 second so that washer solution will be sprinkled all over the windshield or rear window.

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. Grease, wax, insects or other mate- rial on the windshield or the wiper blades results in jerky wiper operation and streaking on the glass. If you cannot remove those streaks after operating the washer or if the wiper operation is jerky, clean the outer sur- face of the windshield or rear window and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild-abrasive cleaner. After cleaning, rinse the window glass and wiper blades with clean water. The glass is clean if no beads form on the glass when you rinse with water. . If you cannot eliminate the streaking even after following this procedure, replace the wiper blades with new ones. Refer to the “Replacement of wiper blades” section (chapter 11) for replacement instructions.

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& Windshield wiper and washer

switches

The wiper operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position. ! Windshield wipers

! Mist (for a single wipe)

For a single wipe of the wipers, pull the lever toward you. The wipers operate until you release the lever.

OFF : Park

: Intermittent LO: Low speed HI: High speed

To turn the wipers on, push the wiper control lever down.

To turn the wipers off, return the lever to the “OFF” position.

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! Wiper intermittent time control (if

equipped)

! Washer

To wash the windshield, push the washer button at the end of the wiper control lever. The washer fluid sprays until you release the washer button. The wipers operate while you push the button.

When the wiper switch is in the “ ” position, turn the dial to adjust the operat- ing interval of the wiper. The operating interval can be adjusted continuously from the shortest interval to the longest. Two click stop positions of the dial may help you to aim at your desired interval. The operating interval can be adjusted in nine steps.

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& Rear window wiper and

washer switch (Station wa- gon)

: Washer (accompanied by wiper operation)

ON: Continuous INT: Intermittent OFF: Park : Washer

! Rear wiper To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever upward to the “INT” or “ON” position. To turn the wiper off, return the knob on the end of the lever to the “OFF” position. With the switch turned to the “INT” position, the rear wiper will operate inter- mittently at intervals corresponding to the

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vehicle speed (longer when the vehicle speed is low; shorter when the vehicle speed is high). When you subsequently move the selec- tor lever of the automatic transmission to the “R” position, the rear wiper will switch to continuous operation. When you move the selector lever from the “R” position to some other position, the rear wiper will return to intermittent operation. ! Washer To wash the rear window while the rear wiper is operating, turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever upward to the “ ” position. The washer fluid sprays until you release the knob. To wash the rear window when the rear wiper is not in use, turn the knob on the end of the wiper control lever downward to the “ ” position. The washer fluid sprays and the wiper operates until you release the knob.

Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped)

The windshield wiper deicer operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

Before turning on the windshield wiper deicer, remove any snow from the wind- shield. To turn on the windshield wiper deicer, push the button. The indicator light located on the button lights up while the windshield wiper deicer is operating. The windshield wiper deicer will automa- tically shut off after approximately 15
minutes. the windshield wiper blades have been deiced completely before that time, push the button to turn it off. It also turns off when the ignition switch is turned

If

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to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. If deicing is not complete, you have to push the button to turn the deicer on again. Your SUBARU dealer can set your wind- shield wiper deicer for continuous opera- tion. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details.

Once the windshield wiper deicer has been set for continuous operation, press- ing the button results in continuous opera- tion. The windshield wiper deicer automatically stops operating if any one of the following conditions occurs during continuous operation. . The outside temperature becomes 418F (58C) or higher. . The vehicle speed remains at 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower for 15 minutes. . The battery voltage decreases below the permissible level.

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Vehicle with manual climate control sys- tem

Vehicle with automatic climate control system

The rear window defogger operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The rear window defogger button is located on the climate control panel.

To turn on the defogger, push the button. To turn it off, push the button again. The indicator light located on the button lights up while the rear window defogger is operating.

The defogger will automatically shut off after approximately 15 minutes. the window clears before that time, push the button to turn it off. It also turns off when the ignition switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position. If defrosting or defog-

If

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ging is desired when you restart your vehicle, you have to push the button to turn it on again. Your SUBARU dealer can set your rear window defogger for continuous opera- tion. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details.

If

for continuous operation,

Once the rear window defogger has been set the rear window defogger repeatedly operates for 15 minutes, stops for two minutes, and again operates for 15 minutes. the battery voltage drops below the permis- sible level, continuous operation is can- celed and operation stops as described in the following. . If the battery voltage drops below the permissible level within 15 minutes of depression of the button, continuous operation is canceled and the rear window defogger stops operating 15 minutes later. . If the battery voltage drops below the permissible level after the rear window defogger has, following depression of the button, operated for 15 minutes, stopped operating for two minutes, and started operating again, the rear window defogger immediately stops operating.

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CAUTION

Mirrors

. Do not use sharp instruments or window cleaner containing abra- sives to clean the inner surface of the rear window. They may damage the conductors printed on the window.

. To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not operate the defogger continuously for any longer than necessary.

NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with the outside mirror defogger, the outside mirror defogger operates while the rear window defogger is operating.

Always check that the inside and outside mirrors are properly adjusted before you start driving.

& Inside mirror

The inside mirror has a day and night position. Pull the tab at the bottom of the mirror toward you for the night position. Push it away for the day position. The night position reduces glare from head- lights.

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& Auto-dimming mirror/com-

pass (if equipped)

Left button

1) 2) Auto dimming indicator 3) Photosensor 4) Right button

The auto-dimming mirror/compass has an anti-glare feature which automatically re- duces glare coming from headlights of vehicles behind you. It also contains a built-in compass. . By pressing and releasing the left button, the automatic dimming function is toggled on or off. When the automatic dimming function is on, the auto dimming indicator light (green) located to the right of the button will illuminate. . By pressing and releasing the right

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button, the compass display is toggled on or off. When the compass is on, an illuminated compass reading will appear in the lower part of the mirror.

Even with the mirror in anti-glare mode, the mirror surface turns bright the transmission is shifted into reverse. This is to ensure good rearward visibility during reversing. ! Photosensors

if

The mirror has a photosensor attached on both the front and back sides. If the glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you strikes the mirror, these sensors detect it and make the reflection surface of the mirror dimmer to help prevent you from being blinded. For this reason, use care not to cover the sensors with stickers, or

other similar items. Periodically wipe the sensors clean using a piece of dry soft cotton cloth or an applicator. ! Compass calibration 1. For optimum calibration, switch off all nonessential electrical accessories (rear window defogger, heater/air conditioning system, spotlight, etc.) and ensure all doors are shut. 2. Drive to an open, level area away from large metallic objects or structures and make certain the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. 3. Press and hold the left button for 3
seconds then release, and the compass will enter the calibration mode. “CAL” and direction will be displayed. 4. Drive slowly in a circle until “CAL” disappears from the display (approxi- mately two or three circles). The compass is now calibrated. 5. Further calibration may be necessary should outside influences cause the mirror to read inaccurately. You will know that this has occurred if your compass begins to read in only limited directions. Should you encounter this situation, return to step one of the above procedure and recali- brate the mirror.

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! Compass zone adjustment 1. The zone setting is factory preset to Zone 8. Refer to the “Compass calibration zone” map attached to the end of this manual to verify that the compass zone setting is correct for your geographical location. 2. Press and hold the right button for 3
seconds then release, and the word “ZONE” will briefly appear and then the zone number will be displayed. 3. Press the right-hand button repeatedly to cycle the display through all possible zone settings. Stop cycling when the correct zone setting for your location is displayed. 4. Releasing the button for 3 seconds will exit the zone setting mode.

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& Outside mirrors

! Convex mirror (Passenger side)

WARNING

Objects look smaller in a convex mirror and farther away than when viewed in a flat mirror. Do not use the convex mirror to judge the distance of vehicles behind you when changing lanes. Use the inside mirror (or glance backwards) to determine the actual size and dis- tance of objects that you view in convex mirror.

! Remote control mirror switch

The remote control mirrors operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position. 1. Turn the knob to the “L” side to adjust the left-hand mirror or to the “R” side to adjust the right-hand mirror. 2. Move the knob in the direction you want to move the mirror. 3. Return the knob to the neutral position to prevent unintentional operation.

The mirrors can also be adjusted manu- ally. ! Outside mirror defogger (if

equipped)

Vehicle with manual climate control sys- tem

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Vehicle with automatic climate control system

The outside mirror defogger shares the button with rear window defogger. The outside mirror defogger operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. To turn on the outside mirror defogger, push the button. To turn it off, push the button again. The indicator light located on the button lights up while the outside mirror defogger is operating.

The defogger will automatically shut off after approximately 15 minutes. the mirror clears before that time, push the button to turn it off. It also turns off when the ignition switch is turned to the “ACC”

If

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or “LOCK” position. If defrosting or defog- ging is desired when you restart your vehicle, you have to push the button to turn it on again. NOTE . While the outside mirror defogger is operating, the rear window defogger also operates. . When the rear window defogger has been set for continuous operation, the outside mirror defogger also operates continuously. Refer to the “Rear win- dow defogger button” section in this chapter.

CAUTION

To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not operate the de- fogger continuously for any longer than necessary.

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Tilt steering wheel

5. Make sure that the steering wheel is securely locked by moving it up and down.

WARNING

Do not adjust the steering wheel tilt position while driving. This may cause loss of vehicle control and result in personal injury.

1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to the “Front seats” section (chapter 1). 2. Pull the tilt lock lever down. 3. Move the steering wheel to the desired level. 4. Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place.

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Horn

To sound the horn, push the horn pad.

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Climate control

Ventilator.............................................................. Air flow selection ................................................ Center and side ventilators..................................

Manual climate control system

(if equipped) ..................................................... Control panel ...................................................... Heater operation ................................................. Air conditioner operation.....................................

Automatic climate control system

(if equipped) ..................................................... Control panel ...................................................... Temperature sensors..........................................

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Operating tips for heater and air

conditioner....................................................... 4-12
Cleaning ventilator grille..................................... 4-12

Efficient cooling after parking in direct

sunlight ...........................................................

Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant

circuit.............................................................. Checking air conditioning system before summer season ............................................................ Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather condition................... Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded..............................................

Refrigerant for your climate control

system ............................................................ Air filtration system (if equipped).....................

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Ventilator & Air flow selection

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& Center and side ventilators

! Side ventilators

! Center ventilators

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Manual climate control sys- tem (if equipped) & Control panel

Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction.

1) Open 2) Close

Move the tab up and down or right and left to adjust the flow direction. To open the ventilator, turn the side grille open/close wheel upward to the “ ” posi- tion. To close it, turn the wheel downward to the “ ” position.

Temperature control dial Fan speed control dial

1) 2) 3) Air flow control dial 4) Air conditioner button 5) Air inlet selection button 6) Rear window defogger button (Refer to the “Rear window defogger button” sec- tion in chapter 3.)

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! Temperature control dial

The fan operates only when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. The fan speed control dial is used to select four fan speeds. ! Air flow control dial

This dial regulates the temperature of air flow from the air outlets over a range from the blue side (cool) to red side (warm). ! Fan speed control dial

This dial has the following five positions:

: Air flows through the instrument panel

outlets.

: Air flows through the instrument panel

outlets and the foot outlets.

: Air flows through the instrument panel outlets, the foot outlets, and some through the windshield defroster outlets.

: Air flows through the instrument panel the windshield defroster outlets,

outlets, and the foot outlets.

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: Air flows through the instrument panel outlets and the windshield defroster out- lets. NOTE In a vehicle equipped with an air conditioner, when the dial is placed in the “ ” position or “ ” position the air conditioner compressor automati- cally operates to quickly defog the windshield. However the indicator on the air conditioner button will not come on. At the air inlet selection is automatically set to “out- side air” mode. In this state, you cannot select “recir- culation” mode by manually pressing the air inlet selection button. Also, you cannot stop the air condi- tioner compressor by pressing the air conditioner button.

the same time,

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! Air conditioner button

! Air inlet selection button

The air conditioner operates only when the engine is running.

Push the air conditioner button while the fan is in operation to turn on the air conditioner. The indicator light will come on.

Push it again to turn off the air conditioner.

ON position (Recirculation): Interior air is recirculated inside the vehicle. Push the air inlet button to the ON position. The indicator light will come on. Place this button in the ON position when you wish to cool the cabin quickly (in a vehicle with an air conditioner) or are driving on a dusty road. OFF position (Outside air): Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment. Push the air inlet button again to the OFF position. The indicator light will go off. Place this button in the OFF position when you reach a road that is not dusty and when you wish to achieve a comfortable temperature in the cabin.

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WARNING

Continued operation in the ON posi- tion may fog up the windows. Switch to the OFF position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears.

& Heater operation

! Defrosting or defogging the wind-

shield

To direct warm air to the windshield and front door windows: 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 3. Turn the temperature control dial all the way to the right. 4. Set the fan speed control dial to the highest speed.

”

NOTE . In a vehicle equipped with an air conditioner, when the dial is placed in the “ ” position or “ ” position the air conditioner compressor automati- cally operates to quickly defog the windshield. However the indicator on the air conditioner button will not come

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the same time,

on. At the air inlet selection is automatically set to “out- side air” mode. In this state, you cannot select “recir- culation” mode by manually pressing the air inlet selection button. Also, you cannot stop the air condi- tioner compressor by pressing the air conditioner button. . Warm air also comes out from the right and left air outlets. To stop warm air flow from these outlets, turn the corresponding wheel to the “ ” posi- tion.

! Heating and defrosting To direct warm air toward the floor and the windshield: 1. Set the air inlet selection lever to the “OFF” position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the most comfortable level. 4. Set the fan speed control dial to the desired speed.

”

NOTE . In a vehicle equipped with an air conditioner, when the dial is placed in the “ ” position or “ ” position the

the same time,

air conditioner compressor automati- cally operates to quickly defog the windshield. However the indicator on the air conditioner button will not come on. At the air inlet selection is automatically set to “out- side air” mode. In this state, you cannot select “recir- culation” mode by manually pressing the air inlet selection button. Also, you cannot stop the air condi- tioner compressor by pressing the air conditioner button. . Warm air also comes out from the right and left air outlets. To stop warm air flow from these outlets, turn the corresponding wheel to the “ ” posi- tion.

! Heating To direct warm air toward the floor: 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the most comfortable level. 4. Set the fan speed control dial to the desired speed.

”

NOTE Warm air also comes out from the right and left air outlets. To stop warm air flow from these outlets, turn the corre- sponding wheel to the “ ” position.

! Bi-level heating This setting allows you to direct air of different temperatures from the instrument panel and foot outlets. The air from the foot outlets is slightly warmer than from the instrument panel outlets. 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired temperature level. 4. Set the fan speed control dial to the desired speed.

”

Setting the temperature control dial fully turned to the red area or blue area decreases the temperature difference between the air from the instrument panel outlets and the air from the foot outlets. ! Ventilation To force outside air through the instrument panel outlets: 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position.

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2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 3. Set the temperature control dial all the way left. 4. Set the fan speed control dial to the desired speed.

”

When driving on a dusty road, set the air inlet control button to the ON position.

WARNING

Continued operation in the ON posi- tion may fog up the windows. Switch to the OFF position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears.

& Air conditioner operation

! Cooling or dehumidifying For cooling and dehumidification of the passenger compartment, air flows through the instrument panel outlets: 1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position. 2. Set the air flow control dial to the “ position. 3. Set the air conditioner button to the “ON” position.

”

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4. Set the temperature control dial to the blue side. 5. Set the fan speed control dial at the desired speed.

conditioner button.

the air outlet control dial

! Defrosting or defogging To direct warm air to the windshield and front door windows: 1. Set “ 2. Set the temperature control dial to the red side. 3. Set the fan speed control dial at the highest speed.

” position.

to the

NOTE In a vehicle equipped with an air conditioner, when the dial is placed in the “ ” position or “ ” position the air conditioner compressor automati- cally operates to quickly defog the windshield. However the indicator on the air conditioner button will not come on. At the air inlet selection is automatically set to “out- side air” mode. In this state, you cannot select “recir- culation” mode by manually pressing the air inlet selection button. Also, you cannot stop the air condi- tioner compressor by pressing the air

the same time,

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Automatic climate control system (if equipped)

& Control panel

! AUTO button AUTO mode operation:

NOTE . Operate the automatic climate con- trol system when the engine is running. . The blower fan rotates at a low speed when the engine coolant tem- perature is low. For efficient defogging or dehumidify- ing in cold weather, press the “A/C” button. . Even when cooling is not necessary, setting the temperature much lower than the current outlet air temperature turns on the air conditioner compres- sor automatically and the “A/C” indi- cator light on the control panel comes on. The automatic climate control system automatically controls outlet air tempera- ture, fan speed, air flow distribution air- inlet control, and air conditioner compres- sor operation. It activates when the “AUTO” button is pressed, and is used to maintain a constant, comfortable climate within the passenger compartment. The temperature can be set within a range of 65 to 858F (18 to 328C).

Temperature control dial (driver’s side)

1) AUTO button 2) 3) Defroster button 4)

Temperature control dial side)

(passenger’s

5) Rear window defogger button (Refer to the “Rear window defogger button” sec- tion in chapter 3.)

6) Air conditioner button 7) Air flow mode selection button 8) Fan speed control button 9) Air inlet selection button 10) OFF button

light

When the “AUTO” button is pressed, the “AUTO” on the display indicator comes on. fan speed, air flow distribution, air-inlet control, and air conditioner compressor operation are automatically controlled.

In this state,

Manual mode operation: If you operate any of the buttons on the control panel other than the “OFF” button and temperature control dial during auto- matic mode operation, the indicator light “AUTO” on the control panel will go out. You can then manually control the system as desired using the button you operated. To change the system back to the AUTO mode, press the “AUTO” button.

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setting is shown on the display. With the dial set at your desired temperature, the system automatically adjusts the tempera- ture of air supplied from the outlets such that the desired temperature is achieved and maintained. If the dial is turned fully counterclockwise, the system gives maximum cooling per- formance. If the dial is turned fully clock- wise, the system gives maximum heating performance.

– Defroster button

! OFF button

! Temperature control dial

Driver’s side

The Automatic Climate Control system turns off (the air conditioner compressor and fan turn off) when the “OFF” button is pressed. When the “OFF” button is pressed, the outside air inlet selection OFF) is automatically selected.

introduction mode (air

Passenger’s side

It is possible to make separate tempera- the driver’s side and ture settings for passenger’s side. Each temperature

To defrost or dehumidify the windshield and front door windows, push the defros- ter button “ ” button is pushed, regardless whether the air condi- tioner is operating or not, outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment,

”. When the “

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the air conditioner compressor turns on, air flow is directed towards the windshield and front door windows, and the indicator light on the button comes on. After eliminating the fogging from the windshield, return the climate control system to the AUTO mode by pushing the “AUTO” button or turn off by pushing the “OFF” button. Alternatively, push the “ ” button again to return the system to the setting that was selected before you activated the defros- ter. ! Fan speed control button

The fan speed control button has 6
different fan speed positions. The fan speed is shown by the display.

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! A/C – Air conditioner button

! Air flow mode selection button

If the windshield starts to fog when the climate control system is operated in the AUTO mode, push the air conditioner button “A/C” to defog and dehumidify. When this button is pushed, the air conditioner compressor turns on and the indicator light “A/C” on the display comes on. After eliminating the fogging from the windshield, set the system back to the AUTO mode by pushing the “AUTO” button. NOTE The air conditioner compressor does not operate when the outside air tem- perature is below 328F (08C).

the desired air

Select pushing the air button. The selected air shown by the display.

flow mode by flow mode selection flow mode is

(Ventilation): Air

flows through the

instrument panel outlets.

(Bi-level): Air flows through the instru-

ment panel outlets and the foot outlets.

(Heat): Air flows through the instrument panel outlets, the foot outlets, and some through the windshield defroster outlets.

(Heat-def): Air flows through the instru- ment panel outlets, the windshield defros- ter outlets, and the foot outlets.

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! Air inlet selection button

Select air flow by pushing the air inlet selection button “ The selected air inlet setting is shown on the control panel.

”.

(Recirculation): Interior air recirculates inside the passenger compartment. Use this position when quickly cooling down the passenger compartment or to prevent outside air from entering the passenger compartment. When the recirculation mode is selected, a “ ” indicator light appears on the display.

(Outside air): Outside air is drawn into the passenger compartment. When the climate control system is operated in the “AUTO” mode, this position is selected (There is one exception: automatically. When the temperature control dial is

turned fully counterclockwise, the recircu- lation mode is automatically selected.) When the outside air mode is selected, a “ ” indicator light appears on the dis- play.

WARNING

Continued operation in the “ ” position may fog up the windows. Switch to the “ ” position as soon as the outside dusty condition clears.

NOTE When driving on a dusty road or behind a vehicle that emits unpleasant exhaust gases, set the air inlet selection button to the “ From time to time, return the air inlet selection button to the “ ” position to draw outside air into the passenger compartment.

” position.

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& Temperature sensors

1) Solar sensor 2)

Interior air temperature sensor

The automatic climate control system employs several sensors. These sensors are delicate. If they are treated incorrectly and become damaged, the system may not be able to control the interior tempera- ture correctly. To avoid damaging the sensors, observe the following precau- tions: – Do not subject the sensors to impact. – Keep water away from the sensors. – Do not cover the sensors.

The sensors are located as follows: – Solar sensor: beside windshield defros- ter grille

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– Interior air temperature sensor: on the side of the driver-side part of the center panel – Outside temperature sensor: behind front grille.

Operating tips for heater and air conditioner & Cleaning ventilator grille

Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free of snow, leaves, or other obstructions to ensure efficient heating and defrosting. Since the condenser is located in front of the radiator, this area should be kept clean because cooling performance is impaired by any accumulation of insects and leaves on the condenser.

& Efficient cooling after parking

in direct sunlight

After parking in direct sunlight, drive with the windows open for a few minutes to allow outside air to circulate into the

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heated interior. This results in quicker cooling by the air conditioner. Keep the windows closed during the operation of the air conditioner for maximum cooling efficiency.

& Lubrication oil circulation in

the refrigerant circuit

Operate the air conditioner compressor at a low engine speed (at idle or low driving speeds) a few minutes each month during the off-season to circulate its oil.

& Checking air conditioning

system before summer sea- son

Check the air conditioner unit for refriger- ant leaks, hose conditions, and proper operation each spring. Have your SUBARU dealer perform this check.

& Cooling and dehumidifying in

high humidity and low tem- perature weather condition

Under certain weather conditions (high relative humidity, low temperatures, etc.) a small amount of water vapor emission from the air outlets may be noticed. This condition is normal and does not indicate any problem with the air conditioning system.

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& Air conditioner compressor

shut-off when engine is heavily loaded

To improve acceleration and gas mileage, the air conditioner compressor is designed to temporarily shut off during air condi- tioner operation whenever the accelerator is fully depressed such as during rapid acceleration or when driving on a steep upgrade.

& Refrigerant for your climate

control system

Your air conditioner uses ozone friendly refrigerant HFC134a. Therefore, the meth- od of adding, changing or checking the refrigerant is different from the method for CFC12 (freon). Consult your SUBARU dealer for service. Repairs needed as a result of using the wrong refrigerant are not covered under warranty.

Air filtration system (if equipped)

If your vehicle’s air conditioning system is equipped with an air filtration system, replace the filter element according to the replacement schedule shown in the following. This schedule should be fol- lowed to maintain the filter’s dust collec- tion ability. Under extremely dusty conditions, the filter should be replaced more frequently. Have your filter checked or replaced by your SUBARU dealer. For replacement, we recommend the use of a genuine SUBARU air filter kit.

Replacement schedule:

Every 12 months or 9,300 miles (15,000
km) whichever comes first

CAUTION

Contact your SUBARU dealer if the following occurs, even if it is not yet time to change the filter: – Reduction of the air flow through

the vents.

– Windshield gets easily fogged or

misted.

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NOTE The filter can influence the air condi- tioning, heating and defroster perfor- mance if not properly maintained.

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