2010 Subaru Legacy Owners Manual

the vehicle is damaged in an accident but the SRS frontal airbag does not deploy, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possi- ble.

& SRS side airbag and SRS

curtain airbag

The SRS side airbag is stored in the door side of each front seat seatback, which bears an “SRS AIRBAG” label. In a moderate to severe side impact the SRS side airbag on the collision, impacted side of the vehicle deploys between the occupant and the door panel and supplements the seatbelt by reducing the impact on the occupant’s chest and waist. The SRS side airbag operates only for front seat occupants. The SRS curtain airbag on each side of the cabin is stored in the roof side (between the front pillar and a point over the rear seat). An “SRS AIRBAG” mark is located at the top of each center pillar. In a moderate to severe side impact collision, the SRS curtain airbag on the impacted side of the vehicle deploys between the occupant and the side

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window and supplements the seatbelt by reducing the impact on the occupant’s head.

WARNING

The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are designed as only a supplement to the primary protec- tion provided by the seatbelt. They do not do away with the need to fasten seatbelts. It is also important to wear your seatbelt to help avoid injuries that can result when an occupant is not seated in a proper upright position.

WARNING

. Do not sit or lean unnecessarily close to either front door. The SRS side airbag is stored in both front seat seatbacks next to the door, and it provides protection by deploying rapidly (faster than the blink of an eye) in the event of a side impact collision. However, the force of SRS side airbag deployment may cause injuries if your head or other parts of the body are too close to the SRS side airbag.

. Since your vehicle is equipped with SRS curtain airbags, do not sit or lean unnecessarily close to the front or rear door on either side. Also, do not put your head, arms and hands out of the win- dow. The SRS curtain airbag on each side of the cabin is stored in the roof side (between the front pillar and a point over the rear seat), and it provides protection by deploying rapidly (faster than the blink of an eye) in the event of a side impact. However, the force of its deployment may cause injuries if your head is too close to it.

WARNING

Do not rest your arm on either front door or its internal trim. It could be injured in the event of SRS side airbag deployment.

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and should be properly re- strained at all times.

. Never allow a child to kneel on any passenger’s seat facing the side window or put their head, arms and hands out of the win- dow. In the event of an accident, the force of the SRS curtain airbag deployment could injure the child seriously because his/ her head is close to the SRS curtain airbag.

WARNING

. Do not attach accessories to the door trim or near either SRS side airbags and do not place objects

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WARNING

. Never allow a child to kneel on the front passenger’s seat facing the side window or to wrap his/ her arms around the front seat seatback. In the event of an accident, the force of the SRS side airbag deployment could injure the child seriously be- cause his/her head or arms or other parts of the body are too close to the SRS side airbag. Since your vehicle is also equipped with a front passen- ger’s SRS frontal airbag, children aged 12 and under should be placed in the rear seat anyway

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near the SRS side airbags. In the event of the SRS side airbag deployment, they could be pro- pelled dangerously toward the vehicle’s occupants and cause injuries.

. Do not attach a hands-free micro- phone or any other accessory to a front pillar, a center pillar, a rear pillar, the windshield, a side win- dow, an assist grip, or any other cabin surface that would be near a deploying SRS curtain airbag. A hands-free microphone or other accessory in such a loca- tion could be propelled through the cabin with great force by the curtain airbag, or it could prevent correct deployment of the curtain airbag. In either case, the result could be serious injuries.

. Do not hang coat hangers or other hard or pointed objects on the coat hooks. If such items were hanging on the coat hooks during deployment of the SRS curtain airbags, they could cause serious injuries by coming off the coat hooks and being thrown through the cabin or by prevent- ing deployment of the curtain airbags.

Before hanging clothing on the coat hooks, make sure there are no sharp objects in the pockets. Hang clothing directly on the coat hooks without using hang- ers.

! Operation

WARNING

Do not put any kind of cover or clothes or other objects over either front seatback and do not attach labels or stickers to the front seat surface on or near the SRS side airbag. They could prevent proper deployment of the SRS side airbag, reducing protection available to the front seat’s occupant.

The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag can function only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. The driver’s and front passenger’s SRS side airbags and SRS curtain airbags deploy independently of each other since each has its own impact sensor. There- fore, they may not both deploy in the same accident. Also, the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deploys independently of the driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags in the steering wheel and instrument panel.

An impact sensor, which senses impact force, is located in each of the left and right center pillars and rear wheel houses. Another impact sensor, which also senses

impact control module.

force,

is located in the airbag

If one of the center pillar impact sensors and the impact sensor that is located in the airbag control module together sense an impact force above a predetermined level in a side collision, the control module causes both the SRS side airbag and curtain airbag on the impacted side to inflate regardless of whether the rear wheel house impact sensor on the same side senses an impact.

the rear wheel house impact If one of sensors and the impact sensor that is located in the airbag control module together sense a sufficiently strong impact force, the control module causes only the SRS curtain airbag on the impacted side to inflate.

After the deployment, the SRS side airbag immediately starts to deflate. The time required from detection of an impact to deflation of an SRS side airbag after deployment is shorter than the blink of an eye.

The SRS curtain airbag remains inflated for a while following deployment then slowly deflates.

The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deploy even when no one occupies

the seat on the side on which an impact is applied.

When the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deploy, a sudden, fairly loud inflation noise will be heard and some smoke will be released. These occur- rences are a normal result of the deploy- ment. This smoke does not indicate a fire in the vehicle.

CAUTION

Do not touch the SRS side airbag system components around the front seat seatback with bare hands right after deployment. Doing so can cause burns because the compo- nents can be very hot as a result of deployment. After deployment, do not touch any part of the SRS curtain airbag system (from the front pillar to the part of the roof side over the rear seat). Doing so can cause burns because the components can be very hot as a result of deployment.

The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are designed to deploy in the event of an accident involving a moderate to severe side impact collision. It is basically not designed to deploy in a lesser side

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impact. Also, it is basically not designed to deploy in frontal or rear impacts because SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deployment would not help the occupant in those situations. Each SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are designed to function on a one- time-only basis.

SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deployment depend on the level of force experienced in the passenger compart- ment during a side impact collision. That level differs from one type of collision to another, and it may have no bearing on the visible damage done to the vehicle itself.

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! Example of the type of accident in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag will most likely de- ploy (Legacy).

A severe side impact near the front seat activates the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag.

! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS curtain airbag will most

likely deploy (Outback).

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1) A severe side impact near the front seat or the rear seat activates the SRS curtain airbag. The vehicle rolls onto its side or the roof. If the angle of vehicle tip-up is marginal or if the skidding vehicle’s tires hit a curbstone laterally.

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! Examples of the types of accidents in which it is possible that the SRS side

airbag and the SRS curtain airbag will deploy (Outback).

1) Hitting a curb, edge of pavement or hard

surface Falling into or jumping over a deep hole Landing hard or vehicle falling

2) 3)

It is possible that the SRS side and curtain airbags will deploy if a serious impact occurs to the underside of your vehicle. Some examples are shown in the illustra- tion.

! Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS side airbag and SRS

curtain airbag are unlikely to deploy.

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1)

2)

3)

4)

5)

The vehicle is involved in an oblique side-on impact. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact in an area outside the vicinity of the passenger compartment. The vehicle strikes a telephone pole or similar object. The vehicle is involved in a side-on impact from a motorcycle. The vehicle rolls onto its side or roof.

There are many types of collisions which might not necessarily require SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deploy- ment. In the event of accidents like those illustrated, the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag may not deploy depending on the level of accident forces involved.

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! Examples of the types of accidents

in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag will basically not deploy.

2)

The vehicle is struck from behind.

The SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag are basically not designed to deploy if the vehicle is involved in a frontal collision or is struck from behind. Exam- ples of such accidents are illustrated.

and SRS curtain airbag are activated on the first impact, they will not be activated on the second.

& SRS airbag system monitors

First impact

1) 2) Second impact A) SRS curtain airbag B) SRS side airbag

In an accident where the vehicle is struck from the side more than once, the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag deploy only once on the first impact.

Example: In the case of a double side impact collision, first with one vehicle and immediately followed by another from the same direction, once the SRS side airbag

A diagnostic system continually monitors the readiness of the SRS airbag system (including front seatbelt pretensioners) while the vehicle is being driven. The SRS airbag system warning light “AIR- BAG” will show normal system operation by lighting for approximately 6 seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

The following components are monitored by the indicator. . Front sub sensor (right-hand side) . Front sub sensor (left-hand side)

1)

The vehicle is involved in frontal collision with another vehicle (moving or station- ary).

. Airbag control module (including im- pact sensors (all models) and rollover sensors (Outback)) . Frontal airbag module (driver’s side) . Frontal airbag module (front passen- ger’s side) . Side airbag sensor (center pillar right- hand side) . Side airbag sensor (center pillar left- hand side) . Side airbag module (driver’s side) . Side airbag module (front passenger’s side) . Curtain airbag sensor house right-hand side) . Curtain airbag sensor house left-hand side) . Curtain airbag module (right-hand side) . Curtain airbag module (left-hand side) . Seatbelt pretensioner (driver’s side) . Seatbelt pretensioner ger’s side) . Seatbelt buckle switch (front passen- ger’s side) . Front passenger’s occupant detection system weight sensor . Front passenger’s occupant detection control module . Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicator

(front passen-

(rear wheel

(rear wheel

. All related wiring

& SRS airbag system servicing

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WARNING

If the warning light exhibits any of the following conditions, there may be a malfunction in the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbag system. Immediately take your vehi- cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system checked. Unless checked and properly repaired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbags will operate improperly (e.g. SRS airbags may inflate in a very minor collision or not inflate in a severe collision), which may in- crease the risk of injury. . Flashing or flickering of the warn-

ing light

. No illumination of

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

. Continuous illumination of

warning light

. Illumination of the warning light

while driving

WARNING

. When discarding an airbag mod- ule or scrapping the entire vehi- cle damaged by a collision, con- sult your SUBARU dealer.

. The SRS airbag has no user- serviceable parts. Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS airbag system. For required servicing of the SRS airbag, consult your nearest SUBARU dealer. Tamper- ing with or disconnecting the system’s wiring could result in accidental inflation of the SRS airbag or could make the system inoperative, which may result in serious injury.

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CAUTION

If you need service or repair in areas of your vehicle listed in the follow- ing, have an authorized SUBARU dealer perform the work. The SRS airbag control module, impact sen- sors and airbag modules are stored in these areas. . Under the center console . Inside each front fender . Steering wheel and column and

nearby areas

. Top of the dashboard on front passenger’s side and nearby areas

. Each front seat and nearby area . Inside each center pillar . In each roof side (from the front pillar to a point over the rear seat) . Between the rear seat cushion and rear wheel house on each side

. Under the rear center seat

In the event that the SRS airbag is deployed, replacement of the system should be performed only by an author- ized SUBARU dealer. When the compo- nents of the SRS airbag system are

replaced, use only genuine SUBARU parts. NOTE In the following cases, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible. . The front part of the vehicle was involved in an accident in which only the driver’s SRS frontal airbag or both driver’s and front passenger’s SRS frontal airbags did not deploy. . The pad of the steering wheel, the cover over the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag, or either roof side (from the front pillar to a point over the rear seat) is scratched, cracked, or other- wise damaged. . The center pillar, rear wheel house or rear sub frame, or an area near these parts, was involved in an accident in which the SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag did not deploy. . The fabric or leather of either front seatback is cut, frayed, or otherwise damaged. . The rear part of involved in an accident.

the vehicle was

& Precautions against vehicle

modification

WARNING

To avoid accidental activation of the system or rendering the system inoperative, which may result in serious injury, no modifications should be made to any components or wiring of the SRS airbag system. This includes the following modifi- cations: . Installation of custom steering

wheels

. Attachment of additional materials to the dashboard . Installation of custom seats . Replacement of seat

fabric or

trim

leather

. Installation of additional fabric or

leather on the front seat

. Attachment of a hands-free mi- crophone or any other accessory to a front pillar, a center pillar, a rear pillar, the windshield, a side window, an assist grip, or any other cabin surface that would be near a deploying SRS curtain airbag.

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etc.) other than genuine SUBARU accessory parts to the side body.

Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts on your vehicle.

. Installation of additional electri- cal/electronic equipment such as a mobile two-way radio on or near the SRS airbag system components and/or wiring is not advisable. This could interfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system.

CAUTION

Do not perform any of the following modifications. Such modifications can interfere with proper operation of the SRS airbag system. . Attachment of any equipment (bush bar, bullbar, winches, snow plow, skid/sump plate, etc.) other than genuine SUBARU acces- sory parts.

. Modification of

the suspension

system or front end structure.

. Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the tires specified on the vehicle placard attached to the driver’s door pillar or specified for indivi- dual vehicle models in this Own- er’s Manual.

. Attachment of any equipment (side steps or side sill protectors,

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Keys ..................................................................... 2-2
Key number ........................................................ 2-3
Immobilizer .......................................................... 2-3
Security ID plate.................................................. 2-4
Security indicator light ........................................ 2-4
Key replacement ................................................. 2-5
Door locks ........................................................... 2-5
Locking and unlocking from the outside .............. 2-6
Locking and unlocking from the inside ................ 2-6
Battery drainage prevention function ................... 2-7
Power door locking switches............................. 2-7
Key lock-in prevention function ........................... 2-8
Remote keyless entry system ............................ 2-9
Locking the doors ............................................... Unlocking the doors ............................................ 2-9
Opening the trunk lid (Legacy)............................ 2-10
Unlocking the rear gate (Outback)....................... 2-10
Vehicle finder function........................................ 2-10
Sounding a panic alarm...................................... 2-10
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Selecting audible signal operation ...................... Replacing the battery ......................................... 2-11
Replacing lost transmitters ................................. 2-12
Alarm system ..................................................... 2-16
System alarm operation...................................... 2-16

Keys and doors

Activating and deactivating the alarm system ..... If you have accidentally triggered the alarm

system ............................................................ Arming the system ............................................ Disarming the system ........................................ Valet mode ........................................................ Passive arming.................................................. Tripped sensor identification .............................. Shock sensors (dealer option)............................ Child safety locks .............................................. Windows............................................................. Power window operation by driver ..................... Power window operation by passengers............. Initialization of power window ............................ Trunk lid (Legacy).............................................. To open and close the trunk lid from outside...... To open the trunk lid from inside........................ Internal trunk lid release handle ......................... Rear gate (Outback)........................................... Moonroof (if equipped)...................................... Moonroof switches ............................................ Sun shade .........................................................

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Keys

1) Master key 2) Submaster key 3) Valet key 4) Key number plate 5) Security ID plate

Three types of keys are provided for your vehicle: Master key, submaster key and valet key.

The master key and submaster key fit all locks on your vehicle. . Ignition switch . Driver’s door . Glove box . Trunk lid The valet key fits only the ignition switch

number plate attached to the key set. Write down the key number and keep it in another safe place, not in the vehicle. This number is needed to make a replacement key if you lose your key or lock it inside the vehicle.

For information on making replacement keys for models with the immobilizer system, refer to “Security ID plate” F2-3.

and door locks. You can keep the trunk and glove box locked when you leave your vehicle and valet key at a parking facility.

CAUTION

Do not attach a large key holder or key case to either key. If it bangs against your knees while you are driving, it could turn the ignition switch from the “ON” position to the “Acc” or “LOCK” position, thereby stopping the engine.

& Key number

1) Key number plate 2) Security ID plate

The key number is stamped on the key

Immobilizer

The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from starting the engine. Only keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system can be used to operate your vehicle. Even if an unregistered key fits into the ignition switch and can be turned to the “START” position, the engine will automatically stop after several seconds.

If

the transponder

Each immobilizer key contains a trans- in which the key’s ID code is ponder stored. When a key is inserted into the ignition switch and turned to the “ON” position, transmits the key’s ID code to the immobilizer system’s receiver. the transmitted ID code matches the ID code registered in the immobilizer system, the system allows the engine to be started. Since the ID code is transmitted and acted upon almost in- stantly, the immobilizer system does not impede normal starting of the engine. If the engine does not start, pull out the key once before trying again. Refer to “Ignition switch” F3-3. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This

inter- device may not cause harmful this device must ference, and (2) in- accept any interference received, cluding interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip- ment. NOTE To protect your vehicle from theft, please pay close attention to the fol- lowing security precautions: . Never leave your vehicle unattended with its keys inside. . Before leaving your vehicle, close all windows and lock the doors (all mod- els) and rear gate (Outback). . Do not leave spare keys or any record of your key number in the vehicle.

CAUTION

. Do not place the key under direct sunlight or anywhere it may become hot.

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. Do not get the key wet. If the key gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.

& Security ID plate

1) Key number plate 2) Security ID plate

The security ID is stamped on the security ID plate attached to the key set. Write down the security ID and keep it in another safe place, not in the vehicle. This number is needed to make a replace- ment key if you lose your key or lock it inside the vehicle. This number is also needed for replace- ment or repair of the engine control unit, integrated unit, combination meter (all models) and security control unit – CONTINUED –

NOTE A vehicle that is equipped with the remote engine start system as a dealer option can register up to four keys for use with one vehicle.

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(Canada-spec. models).

& Security indicator light

The security indicator light deters potential thieves by indicating that the vehicle is equipped with an immobilizer system. It begins flashing approximately 60 seconds after the ignition switch is turned from the “ON” position to the “Acc” or “LOCK” position or immediately after the key is pulled out. If the security indicator light does not flash, the immobilizer system may be malfunc- tioning. this occurs, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

If

In case an unauthorized key is used (e.g. an imitation key), the security indicator light illuminates.

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

& Key replacement Your key number plate and security ID plate will be required if you ever need a replacement key made. Any new key must be registered for use with your vehicle’s immobilizer system before it can be used. Up to four keys can be registered for use with one vehicle. For security, all the keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system will have their ID codes erased and re- registered when a new key is made. Therefore, all of your vehicle’s keys must be presented when a new key is regis- tered. Any key that is not re-registered when a new key is made cannot be used after the other keys are re-registered. For information on replacement keys and on the registration of keys with your immo- bilizer system, contact your SUBARU dealer.

Door locks & Locking and unlocking from

the outside

Locking without the key 1) Rotate the lock lever rearward. 2) Close the door.

To lock the door from the outside without the key, rotate the lock lever rearward and then close the door.

To lock the driver’s door from the outside with the key, turn the key toward the rear. To unlock the door, turn the key toward the front.

Lift the outside door handle to open an unlocked door.

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Locking without the key 1) Press the front side of the power door

locking switch. 2) Close the door.

To lock the door from the outside using the power door locking switch, press the front side of the switch (“LOCK” side) and then close the door. In this case, all closed doors and the rear gate (Outback) are locked at the same time.

Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate are locked before leaving your vehicle. NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle before locking the doors from the outside without the key.

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& Locking and unlocking from

the inside

WARNING

Keep all doors locked when you drive, especially when small chil- dren are in your vehicle. Along with the proper use of seat- belts and child restraints, locking the doors reduces the chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in an accident. It also helps prevent passengers from falling out by preventing a door from being accidentally opened, and intruders from unexpectedly open- ing doors and entering your vehicle.

Lock

1) 2) Unlock

To lock the door from the inside, rotate the lock lever rearward. To unlock the door from the inside, rotate the lock lever forward.

The red mark on the lock lever appears when the door is unlocked.

Pull the inside door handle to open an unlocked door.

Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate (Outback) are closed before starting to drive.

& Battery drainage prevention

function

If a door or the rear gate (Outback) is not completely closed, the interior lights will remain illuminated as a result. However, several lights are automatically turned off by the battery drainage prevention func- tion to prevent the battery from going dead. The following interior lights are affected by this function.

Item

Switch position

Automatically turning

off

Map lights

OFF*1

DOOR

—

—

Dome lights

Ignition switch light

Door step lights

Cargo area light

Approximately 20

seconds later

Approximately 20

minutes later

Approximately 20

minutes later

None*2

DOOR

Approximately 20

minutes later

*1: The map lights can be controlled by the battery drainage prevention function only when the map light switches are in the OFF position and the door interlock switch is in the DOOR position. For the switch positions, refer to “Map light” F6-2. *2: The door step lights are not affected by the battery drainage prevention function, so the

lights do not turn off automatically. To turn off the lights, is necessary that each door is completely closed.

it

The operational/non-operational setting of this function can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer if you would like to change the setting. NOTE . The factory setting (default setting) for this function is set as “operational”. . When leaving the vehicle, please make sure that all doors and the rear gate (Outback) are completely closed. . The battery drainage prevention function does not operate while the key is in the ignition switch.

Power door locking switches

doors from the outside using the power door locking switches.

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& Key lock-in prevention func-

tion

This function prevents the doors from being locked with the key still in the ignition switch. ! Behavior with key lock-in preven-

tion function operational

With the driver’s door open, the doors are automatically kept unlocked even if the front side of the power door locking switch is pressed. ! Behavior with key lock-in preven-

tion function non-operational

. If the lock lever is turned to the rear (“LOCK”) position with the driver’s door open and the driver’s door is then closed with the lock lever in that position, the driver’s door is locked. . If driver’s door vehicle, the door is locked.

the spare key is used to lock the the

from the outside of

This function’s operational/non-opera- tional setting can be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Contact a SUBARU dealer for details.

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Lock

1) 2) Unlock

All doors and the rear gate (Outback) can be locked and unlocked by the power door the driver’s locking switches located at side and the front passenger’s side doors.

To lock the doors, press the front side of the switch. To unlock the doors, press the rear side of the switch.

When you close the doors after you set the door locks, the doors remain locked. NOTE Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle before locking the

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NOTE . The factory setting (default setting) for this function is set as “operational”. . When leaving the vehicle, make sure you are holding the key before locking the doors.

Remote keyless entry system

CAUTION

. Do not expose the remote trans- mitter to severe shocks, such as those experienced as a result of dropping or throwing.

. Do not take the remote transmit- ter apart except when replacing the battery.

. Do not get the remote transmitter wet. If it gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.

. When you carry the remote trans- mitter on an airplane, do not press the button of the remote transmitter while in the airplane. When any button of the remote transmitter is pressed, radio waves are sent and may affect the operation of the airplane. When you carry the remote trans- mitter in a bag on an airplane, take measures to prevent the buttons of the remote transmitter from being pressed.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject

to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful inter- this device must ference, and (2) accept any interference received, in- cluding interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not ex- pressly approved by the party respon- sible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equip- ment.

The transmitter for the remote keyless entry system is located inside the key head.

The remote keyless entry system has the following functions. . Locking and unlocking the doors (and rear gate (Outback)) without a key . Opening the trunk lid (Legacy) without key . Sounding a panic alarm . Arming and disarming the alarm sys- tem. For detailed information, to “Alarm system” F2-16. The operable distance of the remote keyless entry system is approximately 30
feet (10 meters). However, this distance will vary depending on environmental conditions. The system’s operable dis- tance will be shorter in areas near a

refer

& Locking the doors

& Unlocking the doors

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facility or electronic equipment emitting strong radio waves such as a power plant, broadcast station, TV tower, or remote controller of home electronic appliances.

NOTE The remote keyless entry system does not operate when the key is inserted in the ignition switch.

Press the “ ” button to lock all doors and rear gate (Outback). An electronic chirp will sound once and the turn signal lights will flash once. If any of the doors (or the rear gate/trunk lid) is not fully closed, an electronic chirp will sound five times and the turn signal lights will flash five times to alert you that the doors (or the rear gate/trunk lid) are not properly closed. When you close the door, it will automatically lock and then an electronic chirp will sound once and the turn signal lights will flash once.

Press the “ ” button to unlock the driver’s door. An electronic chirp will sound twice and the turn signal lights will flash twice. To unlock all doors and the rear gate (Outback), briefly press the “ ” button a second time within 5 seconds. NOTE If the interval between the first and second presses of the “ ” button (for unlocking of all of the doors and the rear gate) is extremely short, the sys- tem may not respond.

: Trunk lid/rear gate unlock button : Unlock/disarm button

: Lock/arm button

A: Panic button

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& Opening the trunk lid

(Legacy)

& Unlocking the rear gate

(Outback)

NOTE If the interval between presses is too short when you press the “ ” button three times, the system may not re- spond to the signals from the remote transmitter.

& Sounding a panic alarm

” button The trunk lid opens when the “ is pressed continuously for at least 2
seconds. An electronic chirp will sound twice and the turn signal lights will flash twice.

” button unlocks the rear

Pressing the “ gate. An electronic chirp will sound twice and the turn signal lights will flash twice.

& Vehicle finder function Use this function to find your vehicle parked among many vehicles in a large parking lot. Provided you are within 30 feet (10 meters) of the vehicle, pressing the “ ” button three times in a 5-second period will cause your vehicle’s horn to sound once and its turn signal lights to flash three times.

To activate the alarm, press the “PANIC” button once. The horn will sound and the turn signal lights will flash. To deactivate the panic alarm, press any button on the remote transmitter. If a button on the remote transmitter is not pressed, the alarm will be deactivated after approximately 30 seconds.

& Selecting audible signal op-

eration

in the driver’s seat and shut all

Using an electronic chirp, the system will give you an audible signal when the doors lock and unlock. If desired, you may turn the audible signal off. To deactivate the audible signal, perform the following procedure. You can also use the same steps to restore the function. 1. Sit doors and the rear gate. 2. Press the “UNLOCK” side of the power door locking switch. 3. Insert the key into the ignition switch. 4. While holding down the “UNLOCK” side of the power door locking switch, pull the key out and re-insert it into the ignition switch at least 5 times within 10 seconds after performing step 2. 5. Open and close the driver’s door within 10 seconds after performing step 4. 6. To indicate completion of the setting, the turn signal lights flash 3 times and the chirp sounds 3 times.

You may have the above procedure preformed by your SUBARU dealer.

& Replacing the battery

To replace the battery:

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CAUTION

. Do not let dust, oil or water get on or in the transmitter when repla- cing the battery. . Be careful not

to damage the printed circuit board in the trans- mitter when replacing the battery. . Be careful not to allow children to touch the battery and any re- moved parts; children could swallow them.

. There is a danger of explosion if an incorrect replacement battery is used. Replace only with the same or equivalent type of bat- tery.

. Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sun- shine, fire or the like.

the transmitter fails to operate when If used within the standard distance, this may indicate a weak battery. Replace the battery as soon as possible. The battery can be replaced by your authorized SUBARU dealer. If you replace the battery by yourself, use utmost care that no dust, oil or water enters the transmitter.

1. Remove the screw on the key head.

2. Open the key head using a flat-head screwdriver.

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3. Remove the transmitter case from the key head.

4. Open the transmitter case by releasing the hooks.

1) Negative (−) side facing up

5. Replace the old battery with a new battery (Type CR1620 or equivalent) making sure to install the new battery with the negative (−) side facing up. 6. Put together the transmitter case by fitting the hooks on the case. 7. Reinstall key head. 8. Reinstall the screw on the key head.

the transmitter case in the

After the battery is replaced, the trans- mitter must be synchronized with the remote keyless entry system’s control unit. Press either the “ ” or “ ” button six times to synchronize the unit.

& Replacing lost transmitters If you lose a transmitter or want to purchase additional transmitters (up to four can be programmed), you should re- program all of your transmitters for secur- ity reasons. It is recommended that you have your dealer program all of your transmitters into your system. ! Programming the transmitters The remote keyless entry system is equipped with a special code learning feature that allows you to program new transmitter codes into the system or to delete old ones. The system can learn up to four unique transmitter codes. The four transmitter codes may be the same or different.

Programming transmitter codes into system:

Key unit tag

sary to program the transmitter’s code (identification number) into the system. A tag showing the code is affixed to the key unit, and another is affixed to the circuit board inside the transmitter. If there is no tag, open the transmitter case and make a note of the eight-digit number. Program the number into the system in accordance with the following procedure. 1. Firmly close the doors and the rear gate (Outback) or trunk lid (Legacy). 2. Open the driver’s door, sit driver’s seat, and close the door. 3. Perform the following steps within 45
seconds.

in the

Transmitter circuit board

To register a new transmitter with the remote keyless entry system, it is neces-

(1) Open and close the driver’s door once.

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LOCK

1) 2) ON

(2) Insert the key into the ignition switch, then turn it from the “LOCK” position to the “ON” position 10 times within 15 seconds.

NOTE . When you complete step (2), an electronic tone will sound once. . If you do not perform steps (1) and (2) within 45 seconds, an error will occur. An electronic tone will not sound. In this event, perform the whole procedure again beginning with part 1. 4. Open and close the door once within 15 seconds.

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NOTE . When part 4 of the procedure is completed, an electronic tone will sound for 30 seconds. . If you do not perform the operations in part 4 within 15 seconds, an error will occur and the electronic tone will not sound. In this event, perform the registration steps again beginning with part 3 of the procedure.

NOTE . The electronic tone will stop sound- ing when you start entering the num- ber. . If you do not start entering the number using the lock switch before the electronic tone stops sounding, an error will occur. In this event, perform the registration steps again beginning with part 3 of the procedure. . If the interval between one press of the switch and the next exceeds 5
seconds, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again beginning with part 4. If an error occurs six times, perform the procedure again starting with part 3.

5. Before the electronic tone stops sounding, press the lock side of the power door lock switch the same number of times as the leftmost digit of the transmit- ter code. For example, press the lock switch eight times if the leftmost digit of the code is 8.

6. When you have finished entering the number, press the unlock side of the lock

the remaining digits of

switch within 5 seconds. NOTE . An electronic tone will sound. . If you press the unlock side of the lock switch when more than 5 seconds have passed, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again beginning with part 4. If an error occurs six times, perform the procedure again starting with part 3. 7. Perform parts 5 and 6 of the procedure for each of the transmitter code beginning with the sec- ond digit (counting from the left) and finishing with the eighth digit. NOTE . When you finish entering the eighth digit, an electronic tone will sound for 30 seconds. . If the interval between one press of the switch and the next exceeds 5
seconds, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again beginning with part 4. If an error occurs six times, perform the procedure again starting with part 3. 8. Before the electronic tone stops sounding, use the power door lock switch to reenter the transmitter code beginning with the leftmost digit.

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NOTE Make sure no one else is operating their remote keyless entry system with- in range of your vehicle when program- ming transmitters. If someone else were to operate their remote transmit- ter while you are programming your transmitters, it is possible that their transmitter code will be programmed into your system, allowing them un- authorized access to your vehicle.

lost

! Deleting old transmitter codes The control unit of the remote keyless entry system has four memory locations to store transmitter codes, giving it the ability to operate with up to four transmitters. When you lose a transmitter, the lost transmitter’s code remains in the memory. For security reasons, transmitter codes should be deleted from the mem- ory. To delete old transmitter codes, program four transmitter codes into the system. If transmitter, you have only one current program it If you have two current transmitters, program each one twice. If you have three current transmit- ters, program two of them once and the third one twice. This process will leave transmitter codes in the only current system’s memory.

four times.

NOTE If you do not start entering the number using the lock switch before the elec- tronic tone stops sounding, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again beginning with part 3. 9. When you have finished entering the code a second time, an electronic tone will sound for 1 second to indicate completion of registration, provided the code entered the second time is identical to that entered the first time. NOTE If the code entered the second time is not identical to the code entered the first time, an error will occur. In this event, perform the procedure again beginning with part 5. If an error occurs five times, perform the procedure again starting with part 3. 10. If you wish to program another trans- mitter code into the system (up to four transmitter codes can be programmed into the system), perform the procedure begin- ning with part 4. When you have finished programming all of the necessary trans- mitter codes into the system, remove the key from the ignition switch. 11. Test every registered transmitter confirm correct operation.

to

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Alarm system

The alarm system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and the turn signal lights flash if someone attempts to break into your vehicle.

The system can be armed and disarmed with the remote transmitter. The system does not operate when the key is inserted into the ignition switch. Your vehicle’s alarm system has been set for activation at the time of shipment from the factory. You can set the system for deactivation yourself or have it done by your SUBARU dealer.

& System alarm operation The alarm system will give the following alarms when triggered: . The vehicle’s horn will sound and the turn signal lights will flash for 30 seconds. . If any door (or the rear gate/trunk lid) remains open after the 30-second period, the horn will continue to sound for a maximum of 3 minutes. the door (or the rear gate/trunk lid) is closed while the horn is sounding, the horn will stop sounding with a delay of up to 30 seconds.

If

The alarm is triggered by: . Opening a door, the rear gate or trunk lid . Physical impact to the vehicle, such as forced entry (only models with shock sensors (dealer option)) NOTE The alarm system can be set to trigger illumination of map lights and dome light. The map lights and dome light notification is deactivated as the fac- tory setting. Refer to “Function set- tings” F20. A SUBARU dealer can activate the system. Contact your SUBARU dealer for details.

& Activating and deactivating

the alarm system

To change the setting of your vehicle’s alarm system for activation or deactiva- tion, do the following. 1. Disarm the alarm system. Refer “Disarming the system” F2-18. 2. Sit doors (and the rear gate (Outback)). 3. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. 4. Hold down the REAR (UNLOCK) side of the driver’s power door locking switch, open the driver’s door within the following

in the driver’s seat and shut all

to

1 second, and wait 10 seconds without releasing the switch. The setting will then be changed as follows:

If the system was previously activated: The trip meter screen displays “AL oF” and the horn sounds twice, indicating that the system is now deactivated. If the system was previously deacti- vated: The trip meter screen displays “AL on” and the horn sounds once, indicating that the system is now activated. NOTE You may have the above setting change done by your SUBARU dealer. & If you have accidentally trig-

gered the alarm system

! To stop the alarm Perform any of the following operations. . Press any button on the remote trans- mitter. . Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position.

& Arming the system ! To arm the system using remote

transmitter

1. Close all windows and the moonroof (if equipped). 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Open the doors and get out of vehicle. 4. Make sure that the engine hood (and the trunk lid (Legacy)) are locked. 5. Close all doors (and the rear gate (Outback)).

the

: Press to Arm the system.

: Press to Disarm the system.

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! To arm the system using power

door locking switch

1. Close all windows. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Open the doors and get out of vehicle. 4. Make sure that locked. 5. Close the doors (and the rear gate (Outback)) but leave only the driver’s door or the front passenger’s door open.

the engine hood is

the

6. Briefly press the “ ” button (for less than 2 seconds). All doors (and the rear gate (Outback)) will lock, an electronic chirp will sound once, the turn signal lights will flash once, and the security indicator light will start flashing rapidly. After rapid flashing for 30 seconds (standby time), the security indicator then flash slowly (twice approximately every 2 sec- onds), indicating that the system has been armed for surveillance.

light will

If any of the doors (rear gate or trunk lid) is not fully closed, an electronic chirp sounds five times, the turn signal lights flash five times to alert you that the doors (or the rear gate) are not properly closed. When you close the door, the system will automatically arm and doors will automa- tically lock.

6. Press the front side (“LOCK” side) of the power door locking switch to set the door locks. 7. Close the door. An electronic chirp will sound once, the turn signal lights will flash once and the security indicator light will

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start flashing rapidly. After rapid flashing for 30 seconds (standby time), the security indicator light will then flash slowly (twice approximately every 2 seconds), indicat- ing that the system has been armed for surveillance.

NOTE . The system can be armed even if the engine hood, the windows and/or moonroof are open. Always make sure that they are fully closed before arming the system. . The 30-second standby time can be eliminated if you prefer. Have it per- formed by your SUBARU dealer. . If your vehicle is a Legacy and you open the trunk using the remote trans- mitter’s “ ” button with the alarm system armed, the system will be temporarily placed in a standby state. The system will go back to the surveil- lance state upon locking the trunk. . The system is in the standby mode for a 30-second period after locking the doors with the remote transmitter. The security indicator light will flash at short intervals during this period. . If any of the following actions is done during the standby period, the system will not switch to the surveil- lance state.

– Doors are unlocked using the remote transmitter. – Any door (including the rear gate (Outback) or the trunk (Legacy)) is opened. – Ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

& Disarming the system Briefly press the “ ” button (for less than 2 seconds) on the remote transmitter. The driver’s door will unlock, an electronic chirp will sound twice, the turn signal flash twice and the security lights will indicator light will turn off.

To unlock all other doors and the rear gate (Outback), briefly press the “ ” button a second time within 5 seconds. ! Emergency disarming If you cannot disarm the system using the transmitter is lost, broken or the transmitter battery is too weak), you can disarm the system without using the transmitter. The system can be disarmed if you turn the ignition switch from the “LOCK” to the “ON” position with a registered key.

the transmitter

(i.e.

& Valet mode When you choose the valet mode, the alarm system does not operate. In valet mode, the remote transmitter is used only for locking and unlocking the doors and rear gate (Outback) and panic activation.

To enter the valet mode, change the setting of your vehicle’s alarm system for deactivation mode. Refer to “Activating and deactivating the alarm system” F2- 16. The security indicator light will con- tinue to flash once every 3 seconds indicating that the system is in the valet mode.

To exit valet mode, change the setting of your vehicle’s alarm system for activation mode. Refer to “Activating and deactivat- ing the alarm system” F2-16.

& Passive arming When passive arming mode has been programmed by the dealer, arming of the system is automatically accomplished without using the remote transmitter. Note that in this mode, DOORS MUST BE MANUALLY LOCKED. ! To enter the passive mode If you wish to program the passive arming mode, have it done by your SUBARU dealer.

! Arming the system

CAUTION

In passive mode, the system will automatically activate the alarm but WILL NOT automatically lock the doors. In order to lock the doors you must either lock them as in- dicated in step 4 below or with the key once they have been closed. Failure to lock the doors manually will result in a higher security risk.

1. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position.

LOCK

1) 2) ON

2. Turn the ignition switch from “ON” to

“LOCK” position and remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Open the doors and get out of vehicle.

the

4. Before closing the doors, lock all doors with the inside door lock levers. 5. Close the doors. The system will automatically arm after 1 minute.

In the passive mode, the system can also be armed with the remote transmitter or with the power door locking switches. If the remote transmitter or power door locking switch is used to lock the vehicle, arming will take place immediately regard- less of whether or not the passive mode has been selected.

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” button on the transmitter.

! Disarming the system To disarm the system, briefly press the “ & Tripped sensor identification The security indicator light flashes when the alarm system has been triggered. Also, the number of flashes indicates the location of unauthorized intrusion or the severity of impact on the vehicle. When the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, light will illuminate for 1 second and then flash as follows: . When a door or rear gate (Outback) was opened: 5 times . When the trunk (Legacy) was opened: 4 times . When a strong impact or multiple impacts were sensed: twice (only models with shock sensors (dealer option)) . When a light impact was sensed: once (only models with shock sensors (dealer option))

the indicator

& Shock sensors (dealer op-

tion)

The shock sensors trigger the alarm system when they sense impacts applied to the vehicle and when any of their electric wires is cut. The alarm system

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causes the horn to sound and the turn signal lights to flash for a short time when the sensed impact is weak, but it warns of a strong impact or multiple impacts by sounding the horn and flashing the turn signal lights, both lasting approximately 30
seconds. If you desire, your SUBARU dealer can connect them and set them for activation or deactivation. NOTE . The shock sensors are not always able to sense impacts caused by break- ing in, and cannot sense an impact that does not cause vibration (such as breaking the glass using a rescue hammer). . The shock sensors may sense vi- bration like those shown in the follow- ing and trigger the alarm system. Select the settings of the alarm system and shock sensors appropriately de- pending on where you usually park your vehicle. Examples:

– Vibration from construction site – Vibration in multistory car park – Vibration from trains

. You can have the sensitivity of the shock sensors adjusted to your pre- ference by your SUBARU dealer.

Child safety locks

the outside.

WARNING

Always turn the child safety locks to the “LOCK” position when children sit on the rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opens the door and falls out.

Each rear door has a child safety lock that prevents the doors from being opened even if the inside door handle is pulled.

When the child safety lock lever is in the “LOCK” position, the door cannot be opened from inside regardless of the position of the inner door handle lock lever. The door can only be opened from

Windows

WARNING

To avoid serious personal injury caused by entrapment, always con- form to the following instructions without exception. . When operating the power win- dows, be extremely careful to prevent anyone’s fingers, arms, neck, head or other objects from being caught in the window.

. Always lock the passengers’ win- dows using the lock switch when children are riding in the vehicle. . Before leaving the vehicle, al- ways remove the key from the ignition switch for safety and never allow an unattended child to remain in the vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure could result in injury to a child operat- ing the power window.

The power windows operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.

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! Operating the driver’s window

& Power window operation by

driver

! Driver’s side power window

switches

1) 2) 3) 4) 5)

Lock switch For driver’s window For front passenger’s window For rear left passenger’s window For rear right passenger’s window

All door windows can be controlled by the power window switch cluster at the driver side door.

1) Automatically open/close 2) Open/close

To open: Press the switch down lightly and hold it. The window will open as long as the switch is held. This switch also has a one-touch auto down function that allows the window to be opened fully without holding the switch. Press the switch down until it clicks and release it, and the window will fully open. To stop the window halfway, pull the switch up lightly.

To close: Pull the switch up lightly and hold it. The window will close as long as the switch is

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held. For some models, this switch also has a one-touch auto up function that allows the window to be closed fully without holding the switch. Pull the switch up until it clicks and release it, and the window will fully close. To stop the window halfway, press the switch down lightly. NOTE If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected due to situations such as battery or fuse replacement, the one-touch auto up/down function is deactivated. Initi- alize the power window to reactivate the one-touch auto up/down function. Refer to “Initialization of power win- dow” F2-24. ! Anti-entrapment function

CAUTION

. Never attempt to test this func- tion using fingers, hands or other parts of your body.

. The anti-entrapment

function may not operate properly if some object gets trapped just before the window fully closes.

NOTE . If a window detects an impact simi- lar to that caused by trapping an object depending on the driving conditions, the anti-entrapment function may oper- ate. . The window cannot be operated for a few seconds after the anti-entrap- ment function operates. . If the vehicle’s battery is discon- nected due to situations such as battery or fuse replacement, the anti- entrapment function is deactivated. Initialize the power window to reacti- vate the anti-entrapment function. Re- fer to “Initialization of power window” F2-24. While closing automatically, if the window senses a substantial enough object trapped between the window and the window frame, it automatically moves down slightly and stops.

! Operating the passengers’ win-

dows

To open: Press the appropriate switch down and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. To close: Pull the switch up and hold it until window reaches the desired position.

the

! Locking the passengers’ windows

& Power window operation by

passengers

! Passenger’s side power window