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speedometer/odometer calibration, and clearance between the body and tires. It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle control. (cid:121) If you use a temporary spare tire to re- place a flat tire, be sure to use the original temporary spare tire stored in the vehicle. Using other sizes may result in severe mechanical damage to the drive train of your vehicle. (cid:121) Always check the cold tire pressure be- fore starting to drive. The recommended tire pressure is provided on the tire plac- ard, which is located under the door latch on the driver’s side. (cid:121) Tire chains should always be placed on the front wheels only. (cid:121) There are some precautions that you must observe when towing your vehicle. For detail information, see “Towing” sec- tion in chapter 9.

provide better traction when driving on slippery, wet or snow-covered roads and when moving out of mud, dirt and sand. By shifting power between the front and rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can also provide added traction during acceleration, and added engine braking force during decel- eration. Therefore, your SUBARU AWD vehicle may handle differently than an ordinary two wheel drive vehicle and it contains some features unique to AWD. For safety purposes as well as to avoid damaging the AWD system, you should keep the fol- lowing tips in mind: (cid:121) An AWD vehicle is better able to climb steeper roads under snowy or slippery conditions than a two wheel drive vehicle. There is little difference in handling, how- ever, during extremely sharp turns or sud- den braking. Therefore, when driving down a slope or turning corners, be sure to reduce your speed and maintain an am- ple distance from other vehicles. (cid:121) When replacing a tire, make sure you use only the same size, circumference, construction, brand, and load range as the original tires listed on the tire placard. Us- ing other sizes, circumferences or con- struction may result in severe mechanical damage to the drive train of your vehicle and may affect ride, handling, braking,

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On-pavement and off road driving

(cid:121) In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. You the driver and all your passengers should fasten the seatbelts before starting to drive in order to minimize the chance of serious injury or death. (cid:121) Do not make sharp turns and quick maneuvers unless abso- lutely unavoidable. Such actions are dangerous as you may lose control, possibly resulting in a rollover which could cause death or serious injury.

(cid:121) Always maintain a safe driving speed according to the road and weather conditions in order to avoid having an accident on a sharp turn, during sudden braking or under other similar conditions.

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(cid:121) Whenever strong crosswinds are present, slow down sufficiently to maintain control of your vehicle. Remember that your vehicle, with its higher profile and center of gravity, is more likely to be affect- ed by crosswinds than ordinary passenger cars.

(cid:121) Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving an All-Wheel Drive vehicle could easily lead to a seri- ous accident.

Your B9 TRIBECA is classified as a utility vehicle. Utility vehicles feature a higher ground clearance which enables them to be used for wide applications including off-road driving, but a higher center of gravity in relation to the tread width as compared with ordinary passenger cars makes vehicles of this type more likely to roll over. In reality, utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. The high ground clear- ance of this vehicle is a real advantage, giving you a better view of the road and al- lowing you to anticipate problems earlier. However, remember that your utility vehi- cle is not designed for high-speed corner- ing comparable to ordinary passenger cars and that your vehicle could roll over if

you make a sharp turn at high speed. If you do take your SUBARU off-road, cer- tain common sense precautions such as the following should be taken: (cid:121) Make certain that you and all of your passengers are wearing seatbelts. (cid:121) Carry some emergency equipment, such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel, wheel blocks, first aid kit and cell phone or citizens band radio. (cid:121) Drive carefully. Do not take unneces- sary risks by driving in dangerous areas or over rough terrain. (cid:121) Slow down and employ extra caution at all times. When driving off-road, you will not have the benefit of marked traffic lanes, banked curves, traffic signs and the like. (cid:121) Do not drive across steep slopes. In- stead, drive either straight up or straight down the slopes. A vehicle can much more easily tip over sideways than it can end over end. Avoid driving straight up or down slopes that are too steep. (cid:121) Avoid sharp turning maneuvers, espe- cially at higher speeds. (cid:121) Do not grip the inside or spokes of the steering wheel. A bad bump could jerk the wheel and injure your hands. Instead drive with your fingers and thumbs on the out- side of the rim. (cid:121) If driving through water, such as when

crossing shallow streams, first check the depth of the water and the bottom of the stream bed for firmness and ensure that the bed of the stream is flat. Drive slowly and completely through the stream. The water should be shallow enough that it does not reach the vehicle’s undercar- riage. Water entering the engine air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electrical parts may damage your ve- hicle and may cause it to stall. Never at- tempt to drive through rushing water; re- gardless of its depth, it can wash away the ground from under your tires, resulting in possible loss of traction and even vehicle rollover. (cid:121) Always check your brakes for effective- ness immediately after driving in sand, mud or water. Do this by driving slowly and stepping on the brake pedal. Repeat that process several times to dry out the brake discs and brake pads. (cid:121) Do not drive or park over or near flam- mable materials such as dry grass or fall- en leaves, as they may burn easily. The exhaust system is very hot while the en- gine is running and right after engine stops. This could create a fire hazard. (cid:121) After driving through tall grass, mud, rocks, sand, rivers, etc., check that there is no grass, bush, paper, rags, stones, sand, etc. adhering to or trapped on the

roads or off roads will necessitate more frequent replacement of engine oil, brake fluid and transmission oil than that speci- fied in the maintenance schedule de- scribed in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Remember that damage done to your SUBARU while operating it off-road and not using common sense precautions such as those listed above is not eligible for warranty coverage.

underbody. Clear off any such matter from the underbody. If the vehicle is used with these materials trapped or adhering to the underbody, a mechanical breakdown or fire could occur. (cid:121) Secure all cargo carried inside the vehi- cle and make certain that it is not piled higher than the seatbacks. During sudden stops or jolts, unsecured cargo could be thrown around in the vehicle and cause in- jury. Do not pile heavy loads on the roof. Those loads raise the vehicle’s center of gravity and make it more prone to tip over. (cid:121) If you must rock the vehicle to free it from sand or mud, depress the accelera- tor pedal slightly and move the selector le- ver back and forth between “D” and “R” re- peatedly. Do not race the engine. For the best possible traction, avoid spinning the wheels when trying to free the vehicle. (cid:121) When the road surface is extremely slippery, you can obtain better traction by starting the vehicle with the transmission in 2nd than 1st. (cid:121) Never equip your vehicle with tires larg- er than those specified in this manual. (cid:121) Wash the vehicle’s underbody after off- road driving. Suspension components are particularly prone to dirt buildup, so they need to be washed thoroughly. (cid:121) Frequent driving of an AWD vehicle un- der hard-driving conditions such as rough

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Winter driving

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(cid:132) Operation during cold weath-

er

Carry some emergency equipment, such as tire chains, a window scraper, a bag of sand, flares, a small shovel, and jumper cables. Check the battery and cables. Cold tem- peratures reduce battery capacity. The battery must be in good condition to pro- vide enough power for cold winter starts. Use an engine oil of proper grade and vis- cosity for cold weather. Heavy summer oil will cause harder starting. Keep the door locks from freezing by – CONTINUED –

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squirting them with deicer or glycerin. Forcing a frozen door open may damage or separate the rubber weather strips around the door. If the door is frozen, use hot water to melt the ice, and afterwards thoroughly wipe the water away. Use a windshield washer fluid that con- tains an antifreeze solution. Do not use engine antifreeze or other substitutes be- cause they may damage the paint of the vehicle. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con- tains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% surfactant, by volume. Its freezing temper- ature varies according to how much it is di- luted, as indicated in the following table.

Washer Fluid Concentration

30% 50% 100%

Freezing Temperature 10.4°F (–12°C) –4°F (–20°C) –49°F (–45°C)

In order to prevent freezing of washer flu- id, check the freezing temperatures in the table above when adjusting the fluid con- centration to the outside temperature. If you fill the reservoir tank with a fluid with a different concentration from the one used previously, purge the old fluid from

the piping between the reservoir tank and washer nozzles by operating the washer for a certain period of time. Otherwise, if the concentration of the fluid remaining in the piping is too low for the outside tem- perature, it may freeze and block the noz- zles.

Adjust the washer fluid concentra- tion appropriately for the outside temperature. If the concentration is inappropriate, sprayed washer fluid may freeze on the windshield and obstruct your view, and the fluid may freeze in the reservoir tank. (cid:84) Before driving your vehicle Before entering the vehicle, remove any snow or ice from your shoes because that could make the pedals slippery and dan- gerous. While warming up the vehicle before driv- ing, check that the accelerator pedal, brake pedal, and all other controls operate smoothly. Clear away ice and snow that has accu- mulated under the fenders to avoid mak- ing steering difficult. During severe winter driving, stop when and where it is safe to

do so and check under the fenders period- ically. (cid:84) Parking in cold weather

Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gases under your vehicle. Keep snow clear of the exhaust pipe and from around your vehicle if you park the vehicle in snow with the engine running. Do not use the parking brake when park- ing for long periods in cold weather since it could freeze in that position. Instead, ob- serve the following. 1. Place the selector lever in “P” position. 2. Use tire stops under the tires to prevent the vehicle from moving. When the vehicle is parked in snow or when it snows, raise the wiper blades off the glass to prevent damage to them. When the vehicle has been left parked af- ter use on roads heavily covered with snow, or has been left parked during a snowstorm, icing may develop on the brake system, which could cause poor braking action. Check for snow or ice buildup on the suspension, disc brakes and brake hoses underneath the vehicle.

If there is caked snow or ice, remove it, being careful not to damage the disc brakes and brake hoses and ABS har- ness. (cid:84) Refueling in cold weather To help prevent moisture from forming in the fuel system and the risk of its freezing, use of an antifreeze additive in the fuel tank is recommended during cold weath- er. Use only additives that are specifically de- signed for this purpose. When an anti- freeze additive is used, its effect lasts longer if the tank is refilled whenever the fuel level reaches half empty. If your SUBARU is not going to be used for an extended period, it is best to have the fuel tank filled to capacity.

(cid:132) Driving on snowy and icy

roads

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

Avoid prolonged continuous driving in snowstorms. Snow will enter the engine’s intake system and may hinder the air flow, which could re- sult in engine shutdown or even breakdown. To prevent skidding and slipping, avoid sudden braking, abrupt acceleration, high- speed driving, and sharp turning when driving on snowy or icy roads. Always maintain ample distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you to avoid the need for sudden braking. To supplement the foot brake, use the en- gine brake effectively to control the vehi- cle speed. (Shift into a lower gear when necessary.) Avoid shifting down abruptly. Such behav- ior can cause the wheels to lock, possibly leading to loss of vehicle control. An anti-lock brake system (ABS) enhanc- es your vehicle’s braking performance on snowy and icy roads. Refer to the “ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)” and “Vehicle Dynamics Control system” section in chapter 7 for information on braking on slippery surfaces.

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(cid:84) Wiper operation when snowing Before driving in cold weather, make sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield or rear window. If the wiper blades are frozen to the windshield or rear window, use the defroster with the airflow control button in the “ ” position and the temperature control dial set for maxi- mum warmth until the wiper blades are completely thawed out. If your vehicle is equipped with a wiper deicer, it is helpful to thaw the windshield wiper blades. To thaw out the rear wiper blade, use the rear window defogger. When driving in snow, if frozen snow starts to stick on the surface of the wind- shield despite wiper operation, use the de- froster with the airflow control button in “ ” and the temperature control dial set for maximum warmth. After the wind- shield gets warmed enough to melt the frozen snow on it, wash it away using the windshield washer. Snow stuck on the wiper arm prevents the wiper from working effectively. If snow is stuck on the wiper arm, pull off the road to a safe place, then remove it. If you stop the vehicle at road side, use the hazard warning flasher to alert other drivers. We recommend use of non-freezing type

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wiper blades (winter blades) during the seasons you could have snow and sub- zero temperatures. Blades of this type give superior wiping performance in snowy conditions. Be sure to use blades that are suitable for your vehicle.

During high-speed driving, non- freezing type wiper blades may not perform as well as standard wiper blades. If this happens, reduce the vehicle speed. NOTE When the season requiring non-freez- ing type wiper blades is over, replace them with standard wiper blades.

(cid:132) Corrosion protection Refer to the “Corrosion protection” section (chapter 10).

(cid:132) Snow tires

(cid:121) When replacing original tires with winter (snow) tires, make sure you use only the same size and con- struction as recommended. Using other sizes or construction may affect speedometer/odometer cal- ibration and clearance between the body and tires. It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of ve- hicle control.

(cid:121) You must install four winter tires that are of the same size, circum- ferences, construction, brand, and load range. Mixing other siz- es, circumferences or construc- tions may result in severe me- chanical damage to the drive train of your vehicle and may affect ride, handling, braking and speed- ometer/odometer calibration. It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle control.

(cid:121) Do not use a combination of radi- al, belted bias or bias tires since it may cause dangerous handling characteristics and lead to an ac- cident.

Your vehicle is equipped with “all season tires” which are designed to provide an adequate measure of traction, handling and braking performance in year-round driving. In winter, it may be possible to en- hance performance through use of tires designed specifically for winter driving conditions. If you choose to install winter tires on your vehicle, be sure to use the correct tire size and type. You must install four winter tires that are of the same size, construction, brand and load range and you should nev- er mix radial, belted bias or bias tires since this may result in dangerous handling characteristics. When you choose a tire, make sure that there is enough clearance between the tire and vehicle body. Remember to drive with care at all times regardless of the type of tires on your ve- hicle. Your vehicle comes with P255/55R18
“all season tires” as original equip- ment. You should be aware that some winter tires with that same size desig- nation may actually be too large for the vehicle and may cause rubbing on sharp turns. Listed in the following is the winter tire size that we recommend.

you are driving with tire chains could eas- ily lead to a serious accident.

(cid:132) Rocking the vehicle If you must rock the vehicle to free it from snow, sand, or mud, depress the acceler- ator pedal slightly and move the selector lever back and forth between “D” and “R” repeatedly. Do not race the engine. For the best possible traction, avoid spinning the wheels when trying to free the vehicle. When the road surface is extremely slip- pery, you can obtain better traction by starting the vehicle with the transmission in 2nd than 1st. Refer to the “Automatic transmission” sec- tion in chapter 7 for information on holding the transmission in 2nd position.

Recommended winter (snow) tire size

P255/55R18 stud less

(cid:132) Tire chains

the

Tire chains cannot be used on tires listed in the following because of lack of clearance between the tires and vehicle body. All model: P255/55R 18 winter (snow) tires Driving on snowy grades or icy roads may require the use of tire chains, in which case put genuine SUBARU spring chains on front wheels only. Genuine SUBARU spring chains are available from your SUBARU dealer. These chains can be installed on “all season tires” as origi- nal equipment. Never install them on win- ter (snow) tires. When driving with tire chains, drive at speeds below 19 mph (30 km/h). When a temporary spare tire is on a front wheel, replace the temporary spare tire with the rear tire on the same side of the vehicle, and then fit chains on the front tires. Always use the utmost care when driving with tire chains – overconfidence because

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Loading your vehicle

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

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(cid:121) Never stack luggage or other car- go higher than the top of the seat- back because it could tumble for- ward and injure passengers in the event of a sudden stop or acci- dent. Keep luggage or cargo low, as close to the floor as possible.

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(cid:121) When you carry something inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can to prevent it from being thrown around inside the vehicle during sudden stops, sharp turns or in an accident.

(cid:121) Do not pile heavy loads on the roof. These loads raise the vehi- cle’s center of gravity and make it more prone to tip over.

(cid:121) Secure lengthy items properly to prevent them from shooting for- ward and causing serious injury during a sudden stop.

(cid:121) Never exceed the maximum load limit. If you do, some parts on your vehicle can break, or it can change the way your vehicle han- dles. This could result in loss of control and cause personal injury. Also, overloading can shorten the life of your vehicle.

(cid:121) Do not place anything on the ex- tended luggage cover. Such items could tumble forward in the event of a sudden stop or a collision. This could cause serious injury.

Do not carry spray cans, containers with flammable or corrosive liquids or any other dangerous items inside the vehicle. NOTE For better fuel economy, do not carry unneeded cargo.

(cid:132) Vehicle capacity weight

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The load capacity of your vehicle is deter- mined by weight, not by available cargo space. The maximum load you can carry in your vehicle is shown on the vehicle placard attached to the driver’s side door pillar. It includes the total weight of the driver and all passengers and their be- longings, any optional equipment such as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, etc., and the tongue load of a trailer.

GAWR. The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating luggage inside the vehicle. Even if the total weight of your luggage is lower than the vehicle capacity weight, ei- ther front or rear GAW may exceed the GAWR, depending on the distribution of the luggage. When possible, the load should be evenly distributed throughout the vehicle. If you carry heavy loads in the vehicle, you should confirm that GVW and front and rear GAWs are within the GVWR and GAWR by putting your vehicle on a vehi- cle scale, found at a commercial weighing station. Do not use replacement tires with a lower load range than the originals because they may lower the GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a high- er load range than the originals do not in- crease the GVWR and GAWR limitations.

(cid:132) GVWR and GAWR (Gross Ve-

hicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)

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Certification label

The certification label attached to the driv- er’s side door shows GVWR (Gross Vehi- cle Weight Rating) and GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). The GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) must never exceed the GVWR. GVW is the combined total of weight of the vehicle, fu- el, driver, all passengers, luggage, any optional equipment and trailer tongue load. Therefore, the GVW changes de- pending on the situation. In addition, the total weight applied to each axle (GAW) must never exceed the

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(cid:132) Roof rail and crossbar (if

equipped)

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(cid:121) For cargo carrying purposes, the roof molding must be used to- gether with a roof crossbar kit and the appropriate carrying attach- ment. Otherwise, damage to the roof or paint or a dangerous road hazard due to loss of cargo could result.

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(cid:121) When using the roof crossbar kit, make sure that the total weight of the crossbars, carrying attach- ment and cargo does not exceed the maximum load limit. Overload- ing may cause damage to the ve- hicle and create a safety hazard.

Cargo can be carried after securing the roof crossbar kit to the roof rail and install- ing the appropriate carrying attachment. When installing the roof crossbar kit, fol- low the manufacturer’s instructions. When you carry cargo on the roof using the roof crossbar kit and a carrying attach- ment, never exceed the maximum load limit explained in the following. You should also be careful that your vehicle does not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and front and rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). See the “Loading your vehicle” section in this chapter for in- formation on loading cargo into or onto your vehicle. The maximum load limit of the cargo, crossbars and carrying attach- ment must not exceed 150 lbs (67.5 kg). Place the heaviest load at the bottom, nearest the roof, and evenly distribute the cargo. Always properly secure all cargo.

(cid:84) Installing carrying attachments on

the crossbars

When installing any carrying attachment such as a bike carrier, ski carrier, kayak carrier, cargo basket, etc. on the cross- bars, follow the manufacturer’s instruc- tions and make sure that the attachment is securely fixed to the crossbars. Use only attachments designed specifically for the crossbars. A set of the crossbars is de- signed to carry loads (cargo and attach- ment) of not more than 150 lbs (67.5 kg). Before operating the vehicle, make sure that the cargo is properly secured on the attachment. NOTE Remember that the vehicle’s center of gravity is altered with the weight of the load on the roof, thus affecting the driving characteristics. Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, hard cornering and abrupt stops. Crosswind effects will be increased.

(cid:84) Removal and installation of the

crossbars

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Each of the two roof molding has two mounting points for crossbars. Each mounting point is fitted with a cover. Use a screwdriver to remove the covers. When installing the crossbars on the roof mold- ing, follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Trailer hitch (if equipped)

1) Trailer hitch

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(cid:121) Never exceed

the maximum weight specified for the trailer hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight could cause an accident resulting in serious personal inju- ries. Permissible trailer weight changes depending on the situa- tion. Refer to the next section “Trailer towing” for possible rec- ommendations and limitations.

(cid:121) Trailer brakes are required when the towing load exceeds 1,000 lbs (453 kg). Be sure your trailer has safety chains and that each chain will hold the trailer’s maximum gross weight. Towing trailers without safety chains could create a traffic safety hazard if the trailer separates from the hitch due to coupling damage or hitch ball damage.

(cid:121) Be sure to check the hitch pin and safety pin for positive locking placement before towing a trailer. If the ball mount comes off the hitch receiver, the trailer could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard.

(cid:121) Use only the ball mount supplied with this hitch. Use the hitch only as a weight carrying hitch. Do not use with any type of weight dis- tributing hitch.

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

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Maximum gross trailer weight

Maximum gross tongue weight

vehicle with- out cooling kit

vehicle with cooling kit

2,000 lbs (906 kg)

3,500 lbs (1,587 kg)

200 lbs (90 kg)

350 lbs (158 kg)

When you tow a trailer, follow the instruc- tions in the next section “Trailer towing”.

(cid:132) Connecting a trailer 1. Remove the receiver cover from the hitch receiver tube. Then insert the ball mount into the hitch receiver tube.

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2. Insert the hitch pin into the hole on the

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hitch receiver tube so that the pin passes through the ball mount.

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

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Do not connect safety chains to part of the vehicle other than the safety chain hooks.

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1) Hitch ball installation point 2) Hooks for safety chains

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

(cid:121) Place the dust cap over the four-pin connector of the hitch wire harness to pro- tect against possible damage. (cid:121) Occasionally lubricate terminals of the four-pin connector using the terminal grease.

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Trailer towing Your vehicle is designed and intended to be used primarily as a passenger-carrying vehicle. Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine, drivetrain, brakes, tires and suspension and has an adverse effect on fuel economy. If you do decide to tow a trailer, your safe- ty and satisfaction depend upon proper use of correct equipment and cautious op- eration of your vehicle. Seek the advice of your SUBARU dealer to assist you in pur- chasing a hitch and other necessary tow- ing equipment appropriate for your vehi- cle. In addition, be sure to follow the in- structions on correct installation and use provided by the trailer and other towing equipment manufacturers. SUBARU assumes no responsibility for in- juries or vehicle damage that result from trailer towing equipment, or from any er- rors or omissions in the instructions ac- companying such equipment or for your failure to follow the proper instructions.

(cid:132) Warranties and maintenance SUBARU warranties do not apply to vehi- cle damage or malfunction caused by trail- er towing. If you use your vehicle to tow a trailer, more frequent maintenance will be

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Hitch harness connector

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

(cid:132) When you do not tow a trailer (cid:121) Remove the ball mount from the hitch receiver tube and insert the receiver cover onto the hitch receiver tube.

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required due to the additional load. (Refer to “Maintenance schedule under severe driving conditions” in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.) Under no circumstances should a trailer be towed with a new vehicle or a vehicle with any new powertrain component (en- gine, transmission, differential, wheel bearings, etc.) for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving.

(cid:132) Maximum load limits

Never exceed the maximum load limits explained in the following. Ex- ceeding the maximum load limits could cause personal injury and/or vehicle damage.

(cid:121) Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight.

(cid:121) Before towing a trailer, check the trailer total weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load. Make sure the load and its distribution in your vehicle and trailer are acceptable.

(cid:84) Total trailer weight

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Total trailer weight

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

Vehicle without cooling kit Conditions

When towing a trailer without brakes.

When towing a trailer with brakes.

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

Vehicle with cooling kit

Maximum total trailer weight

1,000 lbs (453 kg)

2,000 lbs (906 kg)

1,000 lbs (453 kg)

Conditions

Maximum total trailer weight

When towing a trailer without brakes.

When towing a trailer with brakes.

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

1,000 lbs (453 kg)

3,500 lbs (1,587 kg)

1,750 lbs (794 kg)

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(cid:84) Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) and

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)

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Gross Vehicle Weight

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

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cle.

(cid:84) Tongue load

The total weight applied to each axle (GAW) must never exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The front and rear GAWs can be adjusted by relocating passengers and luggage inside the vehi- cle. The front and rear GAWR are also shown on the certification label.

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Certification label (cid:84) Gross Axle Weight (GAW) and

Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)

Gross Axle Weight

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Certification label

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

Tongue load

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If the trailer is loaded with more weight in the back of trailer’s axle than in the front, the load is taken off the rear axle of the towing vehicle. This may cause the rear wheels to skid, especially during braking or when vehicle speed is reduced dur- ing cornering, resulting in over- steer, spin out and/or jackknifing. Ensure that the trailer tongue load is from 8 to 11 percent of the total trailer weight and does not exceed the appropriate one of the following maximum values:

Vehicle without cooling kit: 200 lbs (90 kg) Vehicle with cooling kit: 350 lbs (158 kg)

60%

40%

50% 50%

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F: Front

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1) Jack 2) Bathroom scale

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

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

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(cid:132) Trailer hitches

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

(cid:121) Do not modify the vehicle exhaust system, brake system, or other systems when installing a hitch or other trailer towing equipment.

(cid:121) Do not use axle-mounted hitches as they can cause damage to the axle housing, wheel bearings, wheels or tires.

Choose a proper hitch for your vehicle and trailer.

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The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch recommended. A genuine SUBARU hitch is available from your SUBARU dealer. If use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoid- able, be sure the hitch is suited to your ve- hicle and trailer. Consult with a profes- sional hitch supplier to assist you in choosing an appropriate hitch for your ve- hicle. Be sure to follow all of the hitch man- ufacturer’s instructions for installation and use. Never use a hitch that mounts only to the rear bumper. The bumper is not designed to handle that type of load. For all types of hitches, regularly check that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are tight.

(cid:132) Connecting a trailer (cid:84) Trailer brakes

(cid:121) Adequate size trailer brakes are required when the trailer and its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight.

(cid:121) Do not directly connect your trail- er’s hydraulic brake system to the hydraulic brake system in your vehicle. Direct connection would cause the vehicle’s brake perfor- mance to deteriorate and could lead to an accident.

If your trailer’s total weight (trailer weight plus its cargo weight) exceeds 1,000 lbs (453 kg), the trailer is required to be equipped with its own brake system. Elec- tric brakes or surge brakes are recom- mended, and must be installed properly. Check that your trailer’s brakes conform with Federal, state/province and/or other applicable regulations. Your SUBARU’s brake system is not designed to be tapped into the trailer’s hydraulic brake system. Please ask your SUBARU dealer and pro- fessional trailer supplier for more informa- tion about the trailer’s brake system.

(cid:84) Trailer safety chains

Always use safety chains between your vehicle and the trailer. Towing trailer without safety chains could create a traffic safety hazard if the trailer separates from the hitch due to coupling damage or hitch ball damage. In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch ball should break or become disconnect- ed, the trailer could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard. For safety, always connect the towing ve- hicle and trailer with trailer safety chains. Pass the chains crossing each other un- der the trailer tongue to prevent the trailer from dropping onto the ground in case the trailer tongue should disconnect from the hitch ball. Allow sufficient slack in the chains taking tight-turn situations into ac- count; however, be careful not to let them drag on the ground. For more information about the safety chain connection, refer to the instructions for your hitch and trailer.

(cid:84) Side mirrors

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After hitching a trailer to your vehicle, check that the standard side mirrors pro- vide a good rearward field of view without significant blind spots. If significant blind spots occur with the vehicle’s standard side mirrors, use towing mirrors that con- form with Federal, state/province and/or other applicable regulations. (cid:84) Trailer lights

Direct splicing or other improper connection of trailer lights may damage your vehicle’s electrical system and cause a malfunction of your vehicle’s lighting system.

Connection of trailer lights to your vehi- cle’s electrical system requires modifica- tions to the vehicle’s lighting circuit to in- crease its capacity and accommodate wir- ing changes. To ensure the trailer lights are connected properly, please consult your SUBARU dealer. Check for proper operation of the turn signals, the brake lights and parking lights each time you hitch up. (cid:84) Tires

Never tow a trailer when the tempo- rary spare tire is used. The tempo- rary spare tire is not designed to sustain the towing load. Use of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in failure of the spare tire and/or less stability of the vehicle. Make sure that all the tires on your vehicle are properly inflated. The recommended cold tire pressure un- der trailer towing conditions is shown in chapter 12, “Specifications” and in “GAS STATION REFERENCE” at the end of this manual. Adjust the rear tire pressure to the recommended pressure when the tires are cold. Normal pressure should be

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maintained in the front tires. Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and proper inflation pressure should be in ac- cordance with the trailer manufacturer’s specifications. In the event your vehicle gets a flat tire when towing a trailer, ask a commercial road service to repair the flat tire. If you carry a regular size spare tire in your vehicle or trailer as a precaution against getting a flat tire, be sure that the spare tire is firmly secured.

(cid:132) Trailer towing tips

(cid:121) Never exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer in hilly coun- try on hot days.

(cid:121) When towing a trailer, steering, stability, stopping distance and braking performance will be dif- ferent from normal operation. For safety’s sake, you should employ extra caution when towing a trail- er and you should never speed. You should also keep the follow- ing tips in mind:

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(cid:84) Before starting out on a trip (cid:121) Check that the vehicle and vehicle-to- hitch mounting are in good condition. If any problems are apparent, do not tow the trailer. (cid:121) Check that the vehicle sits horizontally with the trailer attached. If the vehicle is tipped sharply up at the front and down at the rear, check the total trailer weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load again, then confirm that the load and its distribution are acceptable. (cid:121) Check that the tire pressures are cor- rect. (cid:121) Check that the vehicle and trailer are connected properly. Confirm that

– the trailer tongue is connected prop- erly to the hitch ball. – the trailer lights connector is connect- ed properly and trailer’s brake lights illu- minate when the vehicle’s brake pedal is pressed, and that the trailer’s turn sig- nal lights flash when the vehicle’s turn signal lever is operated. – the safety chains are connected prop- erly. – all cargo in the trailer is secured safe- ty in position. – the side mirrors provide a good rear- ward field of view without a significant blind spot.

(cid:121) Sufficient time should be taken to learn

the “feel” of the vehicle/trailer combination before starting out on a trip. In an area free of traffic, practice turning, stopping and backing up. (cid:84) Driving with a trailer (cid:121) You should allow for considerably more stopping distance when towing a trailer. Avoid sudden braking because it may re- sult in skidding or jackknifing and loss of control. (cid:121) Avoid uneven steering, sharp turns and rapid lane changes. (cid:121) Slow down before turning. Make a long- er than normal turning radius because the trailer wheels will be closer than the vehi- cle wheels to the inside of the turn. In a tight turn, the trailer could hit your vehicle. (cid:121) Crosswinds will adversely affect the handling of your vehicle and trailer, caus- ing sway. Crosswinds can be due to weather conditions or the passing of large trucks or buses. If swaying occurs, firmly grip the steering wheel and slow down im- mediately but gradually. (cid:121) When passing other vehicles, consider- able distance is required because of the added weight and length caused by at- taching the trailer to your vehicle.

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1) Left turn 2) Right turn

(cid:121) Backing up with a trailer is difficult and takes practice. When backing up with a trailer, never accelerate or steer rapidly. When turning back, grip the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand and turn it to the left for a left turn, and turn it to the right for a right turn. (cid:121) If the ABS warning light illuminates while the vehicle is in motion, stop towing the trailer and have repairs performed im- mediately by the nearest SUBARU dealer. (cid:84) Driving on grades (cid:121) Before going down a steep hill, slow down and shift into lower gear (if neces- sary, use 1st gear) in order to utilize the engine braking effect and prevent over-

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cle and trailer when parking. Apply the parking brake firmly. You should not park on a hill or slope. But if parking on a hill or slope cannot be avoided, you should take the following steps: 1. Apply the brakes and hold the pedal down. 2. Have someone place wheel blocks un- der both the vehicle and trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel blocks are in place, re- lease the regular brakes slowly until the blocks absorb the load. 4. Apply the regular brakes and then ap- ply the parking brake; slowly release the regular brakes. 5. Shift into “P” and shut off the engine.

heating of your vehicle’s brakes. Do not make sudden downshifts. (cid:121) When driving uphill in hot weather, the air conditioner may turn off automatically to protect the engine from overheating. (cid:121) When driving uphill in hot weather, pay attention to the water temperature gauge pointer and AT OIL TEMP warning light since the engine and transmission are rel- atively prone to overheating under these conditions. If the water temperature gauge pointer approaches the OVERHEAT zone or the AT OIL TEMP warning light illumi- nates, immediately switch off the air con- ditioner and stop the vehicle at the nearest safe place. Refer to the “Engine overheat- ing” section in chapter 9, and “Warning and indicator lights” section in chapter 3. NOTE The temperature of engine coolant is less likely to rise to the OVERHEAT zone in the “D” position than in the manual mode position. (cid:121) Avoid using the accelerator pedal to stay stationary on an uphill slope instead of using the parking brake or foot brake. That may cause the transmission fluid to overheat. (cid:84) Parking on a grade Always block the wheels under both vehi-

In case of emergency

If you park your vehicle in an emergency ........ Spare tire ............................................................. Removing the spare tire ......................................... Re-storage of spare tire ......................................... Temporary spare tire .......................................... Flat tires .............................................................. Changing a flat tire ................................................. Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ............

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Jump starting ...................................................... 9-11
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Engine overheating ............................................ 9-14

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

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

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Towing ................................................................. 9-15
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Towing and tie-down hooks .................................. Using a flat-bed truck ............................................. Towing with all wheels on the ground ..................

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Rear gate – if the rear gate cannot be

unlocked .......................................................... 9-18
Maintenance tools .............................................. 9-19
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Jack and jack handle ..............................................

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If you park your vehicle in an emergency

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the turn signals do not work.

Spare tire

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

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The spare tire is stored in the spare tire holder located under the cargo area. The spare tire holder has a hoist mecha- nism that can lower and raise the spare tire easily. The spare tire holder is designed to carry only the following kinds of tires: (cid:121) the temporary spare tire that came with your vehicle (cid:121) a full-size flat tire A full size flat tire should be stowed in the spare tire holder in an emergency only. Af- ter having the full-size flat tire repaired, immediately swap it with the temporary spare tire. Before using the temporary spare tire, see

the “Temporary spare tire” section in this chapter for instructions and precautions.

(cid:132) Removing the spare tire 1. Take the wheel nut wrench and exten- sion out of the tool bag. Refer to the “Main- tenance tools” section in this chapter.

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2. Remove the subfloor storage lid in the cargo area. 3. Take out the jack.

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4. Remove the access cover.

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7. Fit the extension onto the hex-headed hoist shaft end.

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5. Remove the cap. 6. Locate the hex-headed hoist shaft end inside the hole.

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8. Fit the wheel nut wrench onto the ex- tension. 9. Turn the hoist shaft end counterclock-

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wise with the wheel nut wrench until the temporary spare tire is on the ground with enough cable slack to allow you to pull it out from under the vehicle.

(cid:121) Be sure to remove (not simply keep it open) the subfloor storage lid before turning the wheel nut wrench, otherwise the lid may be damaged.

(cid:121) Do not put your fingers into the center hole of the temporary spare tire while you pulling it out, because they might be pinched in between the wheel and the retain- er.

10.Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the center of the tempo- rary spare tire. 11.After the temporary spare tire is re- moved from the cable, the cable must be wound up completely by turning the hoist nut shaft clockwise until you hear a click- ing sound. Also visually inspect the cable to make certain that there is no longer any slack present.

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(cid:121) Do not use the extension when turning the wheel nuts. If you did, you would not be able to achieve sufficient tightening torque. The wheel nuts could then come loose, resulting in a serious acci- dent.

(cid:121) When using the spare tire hoist:

After the temporary spare tire is removed from the cable, wind the cable up completely until the re- tainer at end of the cable sits against the underside of the vehi- cle. Driving with the cable not re- tracted fully could result in dam- age to the adjacent under floor parts and lead to a serious acci- dent.

(cid:121) The spare tire holder is designed to carry only the following kinds of tires: (cid:121) the temporary spare tire that

came with your vehicle

(cid:121) a full-size flat tire

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(cid:121) A full-size flat tire should be stowed in the spare tire holder in an emergency only. After having the flat tire repaired, immediately swap it with the temporary spare tire.

(cid:121) Remember that the tread width of a flat tire is wider than that of the temporary spare tire. When carry- ing a flat tire stowed in the spare tire holder, make sure the tire does not touch any obstacles.

A full size flat tire should be stowed in the spare tire holder in an emergency only. After having the full-size flat tire repaired, im- mediately swap it with the tempo- rary spare tire. Never stow a full-size tire that is not flat in the spare tire holder. Doing so can result in damage to adjacent under floor parts and can lead to a serious accident.

When using the spare tire hoist: Do not use air tools or power tools to turn the spare tire hoist shaft end. If you do, it could result in severe mechanical damage to the spare tire hoist.

(cid:132) Re-storage of spare tire 1. Turn the spare tire hoist shaft end counterclockwise with the wheel nut wrench to loosen the cable sufficiently enough to allow the cable end retainer go through center hole of the temporary spare tire. 2. Insert the retainer through the center hole of the temporary tire (with the outside of the tire facing up).

3. Turn the hoist shaft end clockwise with the wheel nut wrench to wind the cable up completely until you hear a few clicking sounds. Confirm that the temporary spare tire holding cable has been wound up completely by shaking the temporary tire.

If the temporary spare tire is not stored securely, it could damage ad- jacent areas of the vehicle and make an abnormal noise. 4. Put the rubber cap on the hoist shaft end hole. 5. Fit the access cover. 6. Place the wheel nut wrench and exten- sion back into the tool bag and store the jack and tool bag in their storage loca- tions. 7. Fit the lid of the cargo area.

(cid:121) When stowing a flat tire in the spare tire holder, turn the hoist shaft end only slowly. If it is turned quickly, the wheel disc of the flat tire could be damaged.

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Temporary spare tire

(cid:121) Never tow a trailer when the tem- porary spare tire is used. The tem- porary spare tire is not designed to sustain the towing load. Use of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in failure of the spare tire and/or less stability of the vehicle and may lead to an ac- cident.

(cid:121) When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor/trans- mitter being transferred, the low tire pressure warning light will flash. This indicates the tire pres- sure monitoring system (TPMS) is unable to monitor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and/or system resetting.

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1) Tread wear indicator bar 2) Indicator location mark

(cid:121) When the wear indicator appears on the tread, replace the tire. (cid:121) The temporary spare tire must be used only on a rear wheel. If a front wheel tire gets punctured, replace the wheel with a rear wheel and install the temporary spare tire in place of the removed rear wheel.

Never use any temporary spare tire other than the original. Using other sizes may result in severe mechani- cal damage to the drive train of your vehicle. The temporary spare tire is smaller and lighter than a conventional tire and is de- signed for emergency use only. Remove the temporary spare tire and re-install the conventional tire as soon as possible be- cause the spare tire is designed only for temporary use. Check the inflation pressure of the tempo- rary spare tire periodically to keep the tire ready for use. The correct pressure is 60
psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2). When using the temporary spare tire, note the following. (cid:121) Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). (cid:121) Do not put a tire chain on the temporary spare tire. Because of the smaller tire size, a tire chain will not fit properly. (cid:121) Do not use two or more temporary spare tires at the same time. (cid:121) Do not drive over obstacles. This tire has a smaller diameter, so road clearance is reduced.

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

(cid:132) Changing a flat tire

(cid:121) Do not jack up the vehicle on an incline or a loose road surface. The jack can come out of the jack- ing point or sink into the ground and this can result in a severe ac- cident.

(cid:121) Use only the jack provided with your vehicle. The jack supplied with the vehicle is designed only for changing a tire. Never get un- der the vehicle while supporting the vehicle with this jack.

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(cid:121) Always turn off the engine before raising the flat tire off the ground using the jack. Never swing or push the vehicle supported with the jack. The jack can come out of the jacking point due to a jolt and this can result in a severe acci- dent.

1. Park on a hard, level surface, whenev- er possible, then stop the engine. 2. Set the parking brake securely and shift in the “P” (Park) position. 3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher and have everyone get out of the vehicle.

7 seater models 1) Jack handle 2) Jack 3) Spare tire

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4. Put wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire diagonally opposite the flat tire.

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nut wrench but do not remove the nuts.

5 seater models 1) Jack handle 2) Jack 3) Spare tire

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7. Insert the tip (wrapped in vinyl tape or a cloth) of a flat-head screwdriver into the slot between the wheel and cap. Use it to remove the cap.

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

5. Take out the jack and jack handle. The jack and jack handle are stored under the floor of the cargo area. 6. Remove the spare tire. Refer to the sections “Spare tire” in this chapter for its location, instructions and precautions. Carefully read the section “Temporary spare tire” in this chapter and strictly fol- low the instructions. NOTE Make sure the jack is well lubricated before using it.

8. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel

Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack

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head engages firmly into the jack-up point.

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10.Insert the jack handle into the jack- screw, and turn the handle until the tire clears the ground. Do not raise the vehicle higher than necessary. 11.Remove the wheel nuts and the flat tire.

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Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts when the spare tire is installed. This could cause the nuts to become loose and lead to an accident. 14.Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle.

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12.Before putting the spare tire on, clean the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a cloth. 13.Put on the spare tire. Replace the wheel nuts. Tighten them by hand.

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15.Use the wheel nut wrench to securely tighten the wheel nuts to the specified torque, following the tightening order in the illustration. The torque for tightening the nuts is 74 to 89 lbf·ft (100 to 120 N·m, 10 to 12 kgf·m). This torque is equivalent to applying ap- proximately 88 to 110 lbs (40 to 50 kg) at the top of the wheel nut wrench. Never

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use your foot on the wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension on the wrench because you may exceed the specified torque. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility.

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Do not use the extension when turn- ing the wheel nuts. If you did, you would not be able to achieve suffi- cient tightening torque. The wheel nuts could then come loose, result- ing in a serious accident. 16.Store the flat tire in the spare tire hold- er. Refer to the sections “Spare tire” in this chapter for its location, instructions and precautions.

(cid:121) When stowing a flat tire in the spare tire holder, turn the hoist shaft end only slowly. If it is turned quickly, the wheel disc of the flat tire could be damaged.

(cid:121) A full-size flat tire should be stowed in the spare tire holder in an emergency only. After having the flat tire repaired, immediately swap it with the temporary spare tire.

(cid:121) Remember that the tread width of a flat tire is wider than that of the temporary spare tire. When carry- ing a flat tire stowed in the spare tire holder, make sure the tire does not touch any obstacles.

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

(cid:132) Tire pressure monitoring sys-

tem (TPMS)

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The tire pressure monitoring system pro- vides the driver with the warning message indicated by sending a signal from a sen- sor that is installed in each wheel when tire pressure is severely low. The tire pressure monitoring system will activate only when the vehicle is driven. Also, this system may not react immedi- ately to a sudden drop in tire pressure (for example, a blow-out caused running over a sharp object).

When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor/transmitter being transferred, the low tire pres- sure warning light will flash. This in- dicates the TPMS is unable to moni- tor all four road wheels. Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replace- ment and/or system resetting. Do not inject any tire liquid or aero- sol tire sealant into the tires, as this may cause a malfunction of the tire pressure sensors. If the light flashes, promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to have the sys- tem inspected.

If the low tire pressure warning light comes on while driving, never brake suddenly and keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place. Otherwise an acci- dent involving serious vehicle dam- age and serious personal injury could occur. Check the pressure for all four tires and adjust the pressure to the COLD tire pressure shown on the vehicle placard on the door pillar on the driver’s side. If this light still comes on while driving after adjusting the tire pressure, a tire may have signif- icant damage and a fast leak that causes the tire to lose air rapidly. If you have a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire as soon as possible.

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Jump starting

(cid:121) Battery fluid is SULFURIC ACID. Do not let it come in contact with the eyes, skin, clothing or the ve- hicle. If battery fluid gets on you, thor- oughly flush the exposed area with water immediately. Get medi- cal help if the fluid has entered your eyes. If battery fluid is accidentally swallowed, immediately drink a large amount of milk or water, and obtain immediate medical help. Keep everyone including children away from the battery.

(cid:121) The gas generated by a battery ex- plodes if a flame or spark is brought near it. Do not smoke or light a match while jump starting. (cid:121) Never attempt jump starting if the discharged battery is frozen. It could cause the battery to burst or explode.

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volts and the negative terminal is ground- ed. 2. If the booster battery is in another vehi- cle, do not let the two vehicles touch. 3. Turn off all unnecessary lights and ac- cessories. 4. Connect the jumper cables exactly in the sequence illustrated.

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(cid:121) Whenever working on or around a battery, always wear suitable eye protectors, and remove metal ob- jects such as rings, bands or oth- er metal jewelry.

(cid:121) Be sure the jumper cables and clamps on them do not have loose or missing insulation. Do not jump start unless cables in suitable condition are available.

(cid:121) A running engine can be danger- ous. Keep your fingers, hands, clothing, hair and tools away from the cooling fan, belts and any oth- er moving engine parts. Remov- ing rings, watches and ties is ad- visable.

(cid:121) Jump starting is dangerous if it is done incorrectly. If you are unsure about the proper procedure for jump starting, consult a compe- tent mechanic.

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

(cid:132) How to jump start 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12

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(3)

(2)

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1)Connect one jumper cable to the pos- itive (+) terminal on the discharged bat- tery. 2)Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the booster battery. 3)Connect one end of the other cable to the negative (–) terminal of the booster battery. 4)Connect the other end of the cable to the strut mounting nut. Make sure that the cables are not near any moving parts and that the cable clamps are not in contact with any other metal.

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

the engine and contact your authorized dealer for repair. 3. After the engine coolant temperature has dropped, turn off the engine. If the temperature gauge stays at the overheated zone, turn off the engine. 4. After the engine has fully cooled down, check the coolant level in the reserve tank. If the coolant level is below the “MIN” mark, add coolant up to the “MAX” mark. 5. If there is no coolant in the reserve tank, add coolant to the reserve tank. Then remove the radiator cap and fill the radiator with coolant. If you remove the radiator cap from a hot radiator, first wrap a thick cloth around the radiator cap, then turn the cap counter- clockwise slowly without pressing down until it stops. Release the pressure from the radiator. After the pressure has been fully released, remove the cap by pressing down and turning it.

Engine overheating

Never attempt to remove the radia- tor cap until the engine has been shut off and has fully cooled down. When the engine is hot, the coolant is under pressure. Removing the cap while the engine is still hot could release a spray of boiling hot coolant, which could burn you very seriously. If the engine overheats, safely pull off the road and stop the vehicle in a safe place.

(cid:132) If steam is coming from the

engine compartment

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

(cid:132) If no steam is coming from

the engine compartment

1. Keep the engine running at idling speed. 2. Open the hood to ventilate the engine compartment. Confirm that the cooling fan is turning. If the fan is not turning, immediately turn off

Towing

Never tow AWD vehicles with the front wheels raised off the ground while the rear wheels are on the ground, or with the rear wheels raised off the ground while the front wheels are on the ground. This will cause the vehicle to spin away due to the operation or deterioration of the center differential.

(cid:132) Towing and tie-down hooks The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow).

(cid:121) Use only the specified towing hooks and tie-down hooks. Never use suspension parts or other parts of the body for towing or tie- down purposes.

(cid:121) Never use the tie-down hook clos- est to the muffler under the vehi- cle for towing purposes.

(cid:121) To prevent deformation to the bumper and the towing hook, do not apply excessive lateral load to the towing hooks.

Front towing hook: 1. Take out the towing hook, screwdriver and wheel nut wrench from the tool bag.

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If towing is necessary, it is best done by your SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service. Observe the following pro- cedures for safety.

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2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver in vinyl tape or cloth, insert it into the gap between the cover and the front bumper, and use it to pry the cover open. NOTE The cover is attached to the front bumper with five lugs.

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After towing, remove the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper.

2. Pry off the cover on the rear bumper using a screwdriver, and you will find a threaded hole for attaching the towing hook.

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

(cid:121) Do not use the towing hook ex-

cept when towing your vehicle.

(cid:121) Be sure to remove the towing hook after towing. Leaving the towing hook mounted on the vehi- cle could interfere with proper op- eration of the SRS airbag system in a frontal collision.

Rear towing hook: 1. Take out the towing hook, screwdriver and wheel nut wrench from the on board tool bag.

3. Screw the towing hook into the thread hole until its thread can no longer be seen.

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4. Tighten the towing hook securely using a wheel nut wrench.

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4. Tighten the towing hook securely using a wheel nut wrench. After towing, remove the towing hook from the vehicle and stow it in the tool bag. Put the thread hole cover on the rear bumper.

The front tie-down hooks are located be- tween each of the front tires and the front bumper. Rear tie-down hooks:

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(cid:132) Using a flat-bed truck

(cid:121) Do not use the towing hook ex-

cept when towing your vehicle.

(cid:121) Be sure to remove the towing hook after towing. Leaving the towing hook mounted on the vehi- cle could interfere with proper op- eration of the SRS airbag system in a frontal collision.

Front tie-down hooks:

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This is the best way to transport your vehi- cle. Use the following procedures to en- sure safe transportation. 1. Shift the selector lever into the “P” po- sition. 2. Press the parking brake pedal firmly. 3. Secure the vehicle onto the carrier properly with safety chains. Each safety chain should be equally tightened and care must be taken not to pull the chains so tightly that the suspension bottoms out.

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

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Use the rear tie-down hooks only for downward anchoring. If they are used to anchor the vehicle in any