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4. Using both hands, simultaneously push the hand-held transmitter button and the desired HomeLink® button. DO NOT release the buttons until step 5 has been completed. the 5. Hold down both buttons until first HomeLink® indicator flashes, slowly then rapidly. When the indicator light flashes rapidly, both buttons may be released. (The rapidly flashing light indi- cates successful programming of the new frequency signal.) 6. Press and hold the programmed but- ton and check the HomeLink® indicator light. If the indicator light stays on con- tinuously, your garage door should acti- vate and the programming is completed. If the indicator light flashes rapidly for 2
seconds and then stays on continuously,

may make the programming quicker and easier.

1. Locate the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit. The exact location and color of the button may vary by brand of garage door opener. If it is difficult to locate the training button, refer to your garage door opener’s instruc- tion manual.

your garage door opener may be pro- tected by a rolling code feature. In this case you need to perform the additional steps for “Programming rolling-code-pro- tected garage door openers in the U.S.A.” described in the following. NOTE Rolling-code-protected garage door openers are manufactured after 1996. See the instruction manual of your garage opener for confirmation. 7. Reconnect the motor of your garage door opener to the outlet. 8. Test your garage door opener by pressing the programmed HomeLink® button.

& Programming rolling-code-

protected garage door open- ers in the U.S.A.

If your garage door opener has a rolling code feature, program the HomeLink® Wireless Control System for it by following steps 1 through 5 in the “Garage door opener programming in the U.S.A.” sec- tion above and then continuing with the steps below. NOTE The assistance of a second person

trol System and your garage door opener should activate when the HomeLink® button is pressed.

& Programming for entrance

gates and garage door open- ers in Canada

1. Unplug the motor of the entrance gate or garage door opener from the outlet.

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memory of all three buttons. 3. Hold the end of the entrance gate’s/ garage door opener’s hand-held transmit- ter between 1 and 3 inches (25 and 76
mm) away from the HomeLink® buttons on the driver’s sun visor, keeping the indicator light in view.

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Training button

Inside the vehicle,

2. Press the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit (which activates the “training light” on the unit). Proceed to step 3 within 30 seconds. 3. firmly press and release the HomeLink® button that was programmed in the section above. Press and release the button a second time to complete the programming procedure. NOTE Some garage door openers may re- quire you to do the above procedure a third time to complete the program- ming. 4. The garage door opener should now recognize the HomeLink® Wireless Con-

2. Press and hold the two outside buttons until the HomeLink® indicator light begins to flash (after 20 seconds). Release both buttons. NOTE If any of the HomeLink® buttons are already programmed for other devices, skip step 2 because it clears the

4. P r e s s a n d h o l d t h e d e s i r e d HomeLink® button. 5. Press and release (“cycle”) the hand- held transmitter button every 2 seconds until step 6 is complete. 6. When the indicator light flashes slowly and then rapidly after several seconds, release both buttons. 7. Plug the motor of the entrance gate/ garage door opener to the outlet. 8. Test your entrance gate/garage door

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www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355- 3515 for assistance.

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opener by pressing the programmed HomeLink® button.

& Programming other devices To program other devices such as door locks, home lighting and security systems, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515.

& Operating the HomeLink® Wireless Control System

Once programmed, the HomeLink® Wire- less Control System can be used to remote-control the devices to which its buttons are programmed. To activate a device, simply press the appropriate but- ton. The indicator light illuminates, indicat- ing that the signal is being transmitted.

& Reprogramming a single

HomeLink® button

1. Press and hold the HomeLink® button you wish to reprogram. DO NOT release the button until step 4 has been com- pleted. 2. When the HomeLink® indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds), position the hand-held transmitter of the device for which you wish to program the button at 1 to 3 inches (25 to 76 mm) away from the HomeLink® button surface.

3. Press and hold the hand-held trans- mitter button. The HomeLink® indicator light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. 4. When the indicator light begins to flash rapidly, release both buttons.

The programming for the previous device is now erased and the new device can be operated by pushing the HomeLink® button. & Erasing HomeLink® button

memory

NOTE . Performing this procedure erases the memory of all the preprogrammed buttons simultaneously. The memory of individual buttons cannot be erased. . It is recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, the memory of all programmed HomeLink® buttons be erased for security purposes. 1. Press and hold the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash (after 20 seconds). 2. Release both buttons.

& In case a problem occurs If you cannot activate a device using the corresponding HomeLink® button after programming, contact HomeLink at

Rear view camera (if equipped)

When the ignition switch is “ON” and the selector lever is set to “R”, the rear view camera automatically displays the rear view image from the vehicle.

WARNING

. Since the rear view camera uses a wide-angle lens, the image on the monitor is different from the actual view in terms of distance. . Since the range of the image on the monitor is limited, you should always check the rear view with your eyes and move backward at a slow speed.

. Do not disassemble or modify the camera, switch or wiring. If smoke comes out or you smell a strange odor, stop using the rear view camera immediately. Contact your Subaru dealer for an inspection. Continued use may result fire or electric shock.

in accident,

CAUTION

. If your vehicle is washed with a high-pressure washer, do not allow water to contact the camera directly. Entry of water in the camera lens may result in con- densation, malfunction, fire or electric shock.

. Since the camera is a precision device, do not subject it to strong impacts. Otherwise, malfunction, fire or electric shock may occur. . If mud or snow sticks to or is frozen on the camera, you must be very careful removing it. Otherwise, damage done to the camera may cause a fire or electric shock. Pour lukewarm water over the camera to remove mud or ice.

. Do not put a flame close to the camera or wiring. Otherwise, da- mage or fire may occur.

. When replacing the fuse, be sure to use a fuse with the specified rating. Use of a fuse with a different rating may result in a malfunction.

. If the rear view camera is used for a long time while the engine is

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not operated, the battery may become completely discharged.

NOTE . Do not wipe the camera with alcohol, benzine or paint thinner. Otherwise, discoloration may occur. To remove contamination, wipe the camera with a cloth moistened with a diluted neutral detergent and then wipe it with a dry cloth. . When waxing the vehicle, be careful not to apply the wax to the camera. If it comes in contact with the camera, moisten a clean cloth with a diluted neutral detergent to remove the wax. . The camera lens has hard coating to help prevent scratches. However, when washing the vehicle or cleaning the camera lens, be careful not to scratch the camera lens. Do not use a washing brush directly on the camera lens. The monitor screen may be adversely af- fected. . Strong light shined on the camera lens may develop white light stripes around the light source. This is not a malfunction.

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& Position of rear view camera

It is attached to the rear gate.

& How to use the rear view

camera

! To display the rear view camera

image

When the selector lever is set to “R”, the rear view camera automatically displays the rear view image from the vehicle. When the lever is set to other positions, the image before setting to “R” is dis- played. 1. Set the ignition switch to “ON”. 2. Set the selector lever to “R”.

NOTE . The image of the rear view camera has priority over other screen displays. . The image of the rear view camera is horizontally reversed as is the case with the vehicle rearview mirror or the side view mirror. . If the lens of the camera is dirty, it is difficult to see the image. Carefully remove the raindrops, snow and dirt if they are attached. . It is difficult to see the image of the rearview mirror in the following cases. This is not a malfunction of the camera. . The image may become poor when the vehicle is in a dark place (at night, in a tunnel, etc.) or an extremely hot or cold place. This is not a malfunction. . Strong light shined directly on the camera lens may develop white light stripes on the image. This is not a malfunction.

. While the rear view camera is in operation, the operations of other screens are disabled. To operate other screens, set the selector lever to a position other than “R”. (Vehicle with navigation system)

& Viewing range on the screen ! Viewing range on the screen

Range of view

Range of view

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CAUTION

The range that can be viewed with the rear view camera is limited. Always be sure to check with your eyes when moving backward and proceed slowly.

! Screen view and actual distance

Image from camera

Range of view

The area from the rear end of the bumper can be viewed. Areas at both ends of the bumper cannot be viewed.

CAUTION

The range that can be viewed with the rear view camera is limited. Always be sure to check with your eyes when moving backward and proceed slowly.

Range of view

Image from camera

The area above the camera cannot be viewed. If there is a protrusion on a block, it cannot be seen on the screen.

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Image from camera

The image from the rear view camera looks shorter than the actual distance.

& Distance marker (help line) The distance marker (help line) is a guide to help you realize the actual distance from the screen.

1) Vehicle width line (oblique vertical line) 2) Approx. 10 feet (3 m) from the bumper

(green horizontal line)

3) Approx. 6.5 feet (2 m) from the bumper

(green horizontal line)

4) Approx. 3 feet (1 m) from the bumper

(yellow horizontal line)

5) Approx. 1.5 feet (0.5 m) from the bumper

(red horizontal line)

When the selector lever is set to position “R”, the monitor screen displays the distance markers together with the rear view image.

CAUTION

. When moving backward, always check the back with your eyes without relying on the distance markers.

. The actual position may be dif- ferent from the indication of the distance markers.

. Differences may occur due to number of passengers or loaded cargo.

. When the vehicle is on a slope or when the vehicle is inclined against the road, the indication is different from the actual posi- tion.

NOTE Approximately 2.6 feet is needed to open and close the rear gate. ! Difference between screen and ac-

(0.8 m)

tual road

The distance markers show the distance for a level road when the vehicle is not loaded. It may be different from the actual distance depending on the loading condi- tions or road conditions.

! When there is an upward slope at the

back

! When there is a downward slope at

the back

! Feature of distance marker

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3 feet (1 m)

1)

3 feet (1 m)

The distance on the screen looks farther than the actual distance.

The distance on the screen looks nearer than the actual distance. NOTE When cargo is loaded, the rear view distance on the screen looks farther than the actual distance as in an upward slope.

1) 2) 3)

10 feet (3 m) line 6.5 feet (2 m) line 3 feet (1 m) line

The distance marker shows the distance on the road. If there is a car or other object close behind, distance cannot be correctly displayed.

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Fuel ................................................................... Fuel requirements ............................................ Fuel filler lid and cap........................................ State emission testing (U.S. only)................... Preparing to drive ............................................ Starting the engine........................................... Stopping the engine......................................... Remote engine start system

(dealer option) ............................................... Starting your vehicle ........................................ Remote start safety features ............................. Entering the vehicle while it is running via remote start............................................................... Entering the vehicle following remote engine start shutdown.......................................................

Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the

vehicle ......................................................... Service mode ................................................. Remote transmitter programming and

programmable feature option........................ System maintenance ....................................... Automatic transmission................................. Selector lever................................................. Selector lever reverse inhibiting function ........ Selection of manual mode .............................. Maximum speeds ........................................... Driving tips .................................................... SPORT mode .................................................

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Shift lock release ............................................ Power steering............................................... Braking ........................................................... Braking tips.................................................... Brake system ................................................. Disc brake pad wear warning indicators .......... ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)...................... ABS system self-check ................................... ABS warning light...........................................

Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)

system ......................................................... Steps to take if EBD system fails .................... Vehicle Dynamics Control system................ Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor....... Traction Control system OFF switch................

Tire pressure monitoring system

(TPMS) ......................................................... Parking your vehicle ..................................... Parking brake ................................................. Parking tips .................................................... Cruise control ................................................ To set cruise control ....................................... To temporarily cancel the cruise control .......... To turn off the cruise control........................... To change the cruising speed ......................... Cruise control indicator light........................... Cruise control set indicator light .....................

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Fuel

CAUTION

Use of a fuel which is low in quality or use of an inappropriate fuel additive may cause engine damage.

& Fuel requirements The engine is designed to operate using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. ! Fuel octane rating This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti Knock Index (AKI). Using a gasoline with a lower octane rating can cause persistent and heavy knocking, which can damage the engine. Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or when you accelerate. See your dealer or a qualified service technician if you use a fuel with the specified octane rating and your vehicle knocks heavily or persistently.

! Unleaded gasoline The neck of the fuel filler pipe is designed to accept only an unleaded gasoline filler nozzle. Under no circumstances should leaded gasoline be used because it will damage the emission control system and may impair driveability and fuel economy. ! California fuel If your vehicle was certified to California Emission Standards as indicated on the underhood tune-up label, it is designed to optimize engine and emission control system performance with gasoline that meets the clean burning low-sulfur Cali- fornia gasoline specifications. If you live in any other state than California, your vehicle will operate on gasoline meeting Federal specifications. Gasoline sold out- side California is permitted to have higher sulfur levels, which may affect the perfor- mance of your vehicle’s catalytic converter and may produce a sulfur exhaust odor or smell. SUBARU recommends that you try a different brand of unleaded gasoline having lower sulfur to determine if the problem is fuel related before returning your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service. The CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp may also turn on. return to your authorized SUBARU dealer for diagnosis. If the condition is

is determined that

this occurs,

If

it

caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty. ! MMT Some gasoline contains an octane-en- hancing additive called MMT (Methylcy- clopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl). If you use such fuels, your emission control system performance may deteriorate and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/Mal- function indicator lamp may turn on. If this return to your authorized happens, SUBARU Dealer is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty. ! Gasoline for cleaner air

for service.

If

it

CAUTION

Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Fuels con- taining alcohol may cause paint damage, which is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty.

Your use of gasoline with detergent additives will help prevent deposits from forming in your engine and fuel system. This helps keep your engine in tune and your emission control system working properly, and is a way of doing your part for cleaner air. If you continuously use a

high quality fuel with the proper detergent and other additives, you should never need to add any fuel system cleaning agents to your fuel tank.

Many gasolines are now blended with materials called oxygenates. Use of these fuels can also help keep the air cleaner. Oxygenated blend fuels, such as MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl ether) or ethanol (ethyl or grain alcohol) may be used in your vehicle, but should contain no more than 15% MTBE or 10% ethanol for the proper operation of your SUBARU. In addition, some gasoline suppliers are now producing reformulated gasolines, which are designed to reduce vehicle emissions. SUBARU approves the use of reformulated gasoline.

If you are not sure what the fuel contains, you should ask your service station operators if their gasolines contain deter- gents and oxygenates and if they have been reformulated to reduce vehicle emis- sions.

As additional guidance, only use fuels suited for your vehicle as explained in the following. . Fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rating no lower than that specified in this manual.

it

. Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) is sometimes mixed with unleaded gasoline. Methanol can be used in your vehicle ONLY if it does not exceed 5% of the fuel mixture AND if is accompanied by sufficient quantities of the proper cosol- vents and corrosion inhibitors required to prevent damage to the fuel system. Do not use fuel containing methanol EXCEPT under these conditions. . If undesirable driveability problems are experienced and you suspect they may be fuel related, try a different brand of gaso- line before seeking service at your SUBARU dealer. . Fuel system damage or driveability problems which result from the use of improper fuel are not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty.

& Fuel filler lid and cap ! Refueling Only one person should be involved in refueling. Do not allow others to approach the area of the vehicle near the fuel filler pipe while refueling is in progress. Be sure to observe any other precautions that are posted at the service station.

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1. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the lid release lever up. The lever is on the floor at the left of the driver’s seat.

2. Open the fuel filler lid.

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WARNING

3. Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it slowly counterclockwise.

Before opening the fuel filler cap, first touch the vehicle body or a metal portion of the fuel pump or similar object to discharge any static electricity that may be present on your body. If your body is carry- ing an electrostatic charge, there is a possibility that an electric spark could ignite the fuel, which could burn you. To avoid acquiring a new static electric charge, do not get back into the vehicle while refueling is in progress.

1) Open 2) Close

WARNING

. Gasoline vapor is highly flam- mable. Before refueling, always first stop the engine and close all vehicle doors and windows. Make sure that there are no lighted cigarettes, open flames or electrical sparks in the adja- cent area. Refueling must be performed outside. Quickly wipe up any spilled fuel.

. When opening the cap, grasp it firmly and turn it slowly to the left. Do not remove the cap quickly. Fuel may be under pres- sure and spray out of the fuel filler neck, especially in hot weather. If you hear a hissing sound while you are removing the cap, wait for the sound to stop and then slowly open the cap to prevent fuel from spraying out and creating a fire hazard.

. When refueling,

insert

the fuel nozzle securely into the fuel filler pipe. If the nozzle is lifted or not fully inserted, its automatic stop- ping mechanism may not func-

tion, causing fuel to overflow the tank and creating a fire hazard.

. Stop refueling when the auto- matic stop mechanism on the fuel nozzle activates. If you con- tinue to add fuel, temperature changes or other conditions may cause fuel to overflow from the tank and create a fire hazard.

4. Stop filling the tank after the fuel filler pump automatically turns off. Do not add any more fuel.

CAUTION

Make sure that the cap is tightened until it clicks to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident.

5. Put the cap back on, turn it clockwise until you hear a clicking noise. Be certain not to catch the tether under the cap while tightening. 6. Close the fuel filler lid completely. If you spill any fuel on the painted surface, rinse it off the painted surface could be damaged.

immediately. Otherwise,

NOTE

. You will see the “ ” sign in the fuel gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler door (lid) is located on the right side of the vehicle. . If the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks or if the tether is caught under the cap, the CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction indicator lamp may come on. Refer to the “Warning and indicator lights” section located in chapter 3.

CAUTION

. Never add any cleaning agents to the fuel tank. The addition of a cleaning agent may cause da-

mage to the fuel system.

. After refueling, turn the cap to the right until it clicks to ensure that it is fully tightened. If the cap is not securely tightened, fuel may leak out while the vehicle is being driven or fuel spillage could occur in the event of an accident, creating a fire hazard.

. Do not let fuel spill on the exterior surfaces of the vehicle. Because fuel may damage the paint, be sure to wipe off any spilled fuel quickly. Paint damage caused by spilled fuel is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty.

filler cap.

. Always use a genuine SUBARU If you use the fuel wrong cap, it may not fit, and your fuel tank and emission con- trol system may be damaged. It could also lead to fuel spillage and a fire.

. Immediately put fuel in the tank whenever the low fuel warning light illuminates. Engine misfires as a result of an empty tank could cause damage to the en- gine.

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State emission testing (U.S. only)

WARNING

Testing of an All-Wheel Drive vehicle must NEVER be performed on a single two-wheel dynamometer. At- tempting to do so will result in uncontrolled vehicle movement and may cause an accident or injuries to persons nearby.

CAUTION

Resultant vehicle damage due to improper testing is not covered under the SUBARU Limited War- ranty and is the responsibility of the state inspection program or its contractors or licensees.

At state inspection time, remember to tell your inspection or service station in advance not to place your SUBARU AWD vehicle on a two-wheel dynam- ometer. Otherwise, serious transmis- sion damage will result.

Some states have started using dynam- ometers in their state inspection programs

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“CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL is not properly operating or there is one or more diagnostic trouble codes stored in vehicle’s computer with the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/MIL illuminated. . A state emission inspection may reject (not pass or fail) a vehicle if the number of OBD system readiness monitors “Not Ready” is greater than one. Under this condition, the vehicle operator should be instructed to drive his/her vehicle for a few days to set the monitors and return for an emission re-inspection. . Owners of rejected or failing vehicles should contact their SUBARU Dealer for service.

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their obligation under in order to meet federal law to implement stricter vehicle emission standards to reduce air pollution from vehicles. A dynamometer is a tread- mill or roller-like testing device that allows your vehicle’s wheels to turn while the vehicle remains in one place. Depending on the severity of a state’s air pollution problems, the states must adopt either a “basic” or “enhanced” vehicle emission inspection test. Normally, a portion of the basic emission test consists of an emis- sion inspector inserting an analyzer probe into the exhaust pipe of an idling vehicle for a short period of time. States with more severe air pollution problems are required to adopt an enhanced vehicle emission test. This test simulates actual driving conditions on a dynamometer and permits more accurate measurement of tailpipe emitted pollution than the basic emission test. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and states using two-wheel dynamometers in their emission testing programs have EXEMPTED SUBARU AWD vehicles from the portion of the testing program that involves a two-wheel dynamometer.

There are some states that use four-wheel dynamometers in their testing programs. When properly used, that equipment will

not damage an AWD SUBARU vehicle. Under no circumstances should the rear wheels be jacked off the ground, nor should the driveshaft be disconnected for state emission testing.

The EPA has issued regulations for inspecting the On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) system as part of the state emis- sions inspection. The OBD system is designed to detect engine and transmis- sion problems that might cause vehicle emissions to exceed allowable limits. These inspections apply to all 1996 model year and newer passenger cars and light trucks. Over 30 states plus the District of Columbia have implemented the OBD system inspection. . The inspection of the OBD system consists of a visual operational check of the “CHECK ENGINE” warning light/ malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and an examination of the OBD system with an electronic scan tool while the engine is running. . A vehicle passes the OBD system the “CHECK EN- inspection if proper GINE” warning light/MIL illumination is observed, there is no stored diagnostic trouble codes, and the OBD system readiness monitors are complete. . A vehicle fails the OBD inspection if the

Preparing to drive

Starting the engine

You should perform the following checks and adjustments every day before you start driving. 1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and lights are clean and unobstructed. 2. Check the appearance and condition of the tires. Also check tires for proper inflation. 3. Look under the vehicle for any sign of leaks. 4. Check that the hood and rear gate are fully closed. 5. Check the adjustment of the seat. 6. Check the adjustment of and outside mirrors. 7. Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your passengers have fastened their seatbelts. 8. Check the operation of the warning and indicator lights when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position. 9. Check the gauges, indicator and warn- ing lights after starting the engine.

the inside

NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid and other fluid levels should be checked daily, weekly or at fuel stops.

CAUTION

. Do not operate the starter motor continuously for more than 10
seconds. If the engine fails to start after operating the starter for 5 to 10 seconds, wait for 10
seconds or more before trying again.

. If you restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift the se- lector lever into the “N” position. Do not attempt to place the selector lever of a moving vehicle into the “P” position.

1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Turn off unnecessary lights and ac- cessories. 3. Shift the selector lever to the “P” or “N” position (preferably “P” position). The starter will only operate when the select lever is at the “P” or “N” position. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position and check the operation of the warning and indicator lights. Refer to the “Warning and indicator lights” section (chapter 3). 5. Turn the ignition switch to the “START”

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position without depressing the accelera- tor pedal. Release the key immediately after the engine has started. If following.

the engine does not start,

try the

for at

(1) Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and wait for at least 10 seconds. After checking that the parking brake is firmly set, turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while depressing the accelerator pedal slightly (approximately a quarter of the full stroke). Release the accelerator pedal as soon as the engine starts. (2) If this fails to start the engine, turn the ignition switch back to the “LOCK” position and wait least 10
seconds. Then fully depress the accel- erator pedal and turn the ignition switch to the “START” position. If the engine starts, quickly release the accelerator pedal. (3) If this fails to start the engine, turn the ignition switch again to the “LOCK” position. After waiting for 10 seconds or longer, turn the ignition switch to the “START” position without depressing the accelerator pedal. (4) If the engine still refuses to start, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance.

6. Confirm that all warning and indicator

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lights have gone out after the engine has started. The fuel injection system auto- matically lowers the idle speed as the engine warms up.

While the engine is warming up, make sure that the selector lever is at the “P” or “N” position and that the parking brake is applied.

Stopping the engine

Remote engine start system (dealer option)

WARNING

Do not stop the engine when the vehicle is moving. This will cause loss of power to the power steering and the brake booster, making steer- ing and braking more difficult. It could also result in accidental acti- vation of the “LOCK” position on the ignition switch, causing the steering wheel to lock.

The ignition switch should be turned off only when the vehicle is stopped and the engine is idling.

WARNING

. Do not remote start a vehicle in an enclosed environment (e.g. closed garage). Prolonged opera- tion of a motor vehicle in an enclosed environment can cause a harmful build-up of Carbon Monoxide. Carbon Monoxide is harmful to your health. Exposure to high levels of Carbon Monox- ide can cause headaches, dizzi- ness or in extreme cases uncon- sciousness and/or death.

. Before performing any servicing of the vehicle, temporarily place the remote engine start system in service mode to prevent the system from unexpectedly start- ing the engine.

an additional four times. If the vehicle fails to start after the additional attempts, the remote engine start system will abort and return to a non activated state. & Remote start safety features For safety and security reasons, the system will fail to start and beep the horn twice or shut down the engine during remote start operation if any of the following occur: . The brake pedal is pressed before the vehicle ignition switch is turned “on” . The key was already in the ignition switch . The engine hood is opened . The vehicle’s engine idle speed has reached a level over 3,000 RPM . The alarm is triggered by opening a door or the rear gate. NOTE . The security indicator light on the dashboard will stop flashing while under remote engine start operation, but the vehicle is still protected. . If the vehicle is entered during remote engine start operation, the system will not record entry in the alarm history.

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& Entering the vehicle while it is running via remote start

If

1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the the vehicle’s keyless entry system. doors are unlocked manually using the key, the vehicle’s alarm system will trigger and the remote engine start system will turn off. Inserting the key into the ignition switch and turning it to the “ON” position or pressing the unlock button “ ” on the remote keyless entry transmitter will dis- arm the alarm system. Refer to the “Alarm system” section in chapter 2. 2. Enter the vehicle. Do not press the brake pedal. 3. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn to the “ON” position. If the ignition switch is accidentally turned to the “START” position, the system’s “starter anti-grind” feature will prevent the starter from re-cranking. 4. Press the brake pedal. The remote the vehicle’s power starter disengages, window features are re-enabled and the vehicle will operate normally.

& Entering the vehicle follow-

ing remote engine start shut- down

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& Starting your vehicle The remote control start system is acti- vated by pressing the “ ” button twice within 3 seconds on your remote control transmitter. The system will check certain pre-conditions before starting, and if all safety parameters are correct, the engine will start within 5 seconds. While the vehicle is operating via remote engine start, the vehicle’s power window features will be disabled. Also, the system has a timer and will shut down after 15 minutes if you do not operate the vehicle. Press and hold the “ ” button for 2 seconds again to turn the vehicle off. If the vehicle’s starter cranks but does not start or starts and stalls, the remote engine start system will power off then attempt to start the vehicle

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transmitter within a few seconds immedi- ately following remote engine start shut- down.

& Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the vehicle

Before exiting the vehicle, set the tem- perature controls to the desired setting and operation. After the system starts the vehicle, the heater or air-conditioning will activate and heat or cool the interior to your setting.

& Service mode In service mode, the remote start function is temporarily disabled to prevent the system from unexpectedly starting the engine while being serviced. ! To engage the service mode Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position, depress and hold the brake pedal then, press and release the “ ” button on the remote control transmitter three times. The system will pause for 1 second and then flash the parking lights and honk the horn three times indicating that the system is in service mode. When attempting to activate the remote start system while in service mode, the parking lights will flash and the horn will honk two times and will not start.

then press and release the “

! To disengage the service mode Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position, depress and hold the brake ” pedal, button on the remote control transmitter three times. The system will pause for 1
second and flash the parking lights one time indicating that the system has exited service mode. NOTE When taking your vehicle in for service, it is recommended that you inform the service personnel that your vehicle is equipped with a remote control start system.

& Remote transmitter program- ming and programmable fea- ture option

New transmitters can be programmed to the engine starter system in the event that remote transmitters are lost, stolen or damaged. The remote engine start system also has one programmable feature that can be adjusted for user preference. The remote engine starter system can be programmed to either make an audible horn chirp upon remote start activation or not. Remote transmitter programming and feature programming can be adjusted using the following procedure.

Insert the key into the vehicle’s ignition

1. Open the driver’s door (the driver’s door must remain opened throughout the entire process). 2. switch and turn to the “ON” position. 3. Locate the small black programming button behind the fuse box cover, on the driver’s side left under the dashboard panel. 4. Press and hold the black programming button for 10 to 15 seconds. The horn will honk and the parking lights will flash three times to indicate that the system has entered programming mode. At this point you can perform either action (Step 5 or Step 6). 5. To program a remote transmitter: press and release the “ ” button on each transmitter. The horn will honk and the parking lights will flash one time to indicate a successful transmitter learn each time the “ ” button is pressed. You can program up to eight transmitters. 6. To toggle the Horn Confirmation chirps ON/OFF: press and release the brake to toggle the feature. The horn will chirp and the parking lights will flash one time to indicate Confirmation Horn Chirps are “OFF”. The horn will honk and the parking lights will flash 2 times to indicate Con- firmation Horn Chirps are “ON”. Pressing the brake pedal repeatedly will toggle the

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feature ON or OFF each time. 7. To exit the remote transmitter and feature programming mode, turn the igni- tion switch to the “LOCK” position, remove the key from the ignition switch and test operation of the remote transmitter(s) and horn confirmation feature.

& System maintenance ! Changing the remote control bat-

teries

The two 3-volt lithium batteries (model CR-1220) supplied in your remote control should last approximately three years, depending on usage. When the batteries begin to weaken, you will notice a decrease in range (distance from the vehicle that your remote control operates). Follow the instructions below to change the remote control batteries.

1. Carefully pry the remote control halves apart using a small flathead screwdriver.

2. Remove the circuit board from the bottom half of the case and slide the white plastic battery holder out from under the battery tab releasing the batteries. Re- move the old batteries and replace with new ones. Be sure to observe the (+) sign

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on the old batteries before removing them to ensure that the new batteries are inserted properly (battery “+” should be pointed away from the transmitter circuit board on both batteries). 3. Carefully snap the case halves back together, then test the remote control.

NOTE 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.

Automatic transmission

The automatic transmission is electroni- cally controlled and provides 5 forward speeds and 1 reverse speed. Also, it has a manual mode and a SPORT mode.

WARNING

Do not shift from the “P” or “N” position into the “D” or “R” position while depressing the accelerator pedal. This may cause the vehicle to jump forward or backward.

“R” position or vice versa until the vehicle has completely stopped. Such shifting may cause damage to the transmis- sion.

. When parking the vehicle, first securely apply the parking brake and then place the selector lever in the “P” position. Avoid parking for a long time with the selector lever in any other position as doing so could result in a dead battery.

CAUTION

. Shift into the “P” or “R” position only after the vehicle is comple- tely stopped. Shifting while the vehicle is moving may cause damage to the transmission.

. Do not race the engine for more than 5 seconds in any position except the “N” or “P” position when the brake is set or when chocks are used in the wheels. This may cause the automatic transmission fluid to overheat.

. Avoid shifting from one of the forward driving positions into the

NOTE . When the engine coolant tempera- low, your vehicle’s auto- ture is still matic transmission will up-shift at high- er engine speeds than when the cool- ant temperature is sufficiently high in order to shorten the warm-up time and improve driveability. The gearshift tim- ing will automatically shift to the nor- mal timing after the engine has warmed up. . Immediately after ATF (automatic transmission fluid) is replaced, you may feel that the automatic transmis- sion operation is somewhat unusual. This results from invalidation of data which the on-board computer has

collected and stored in memory to allow the transmission to shift at the most appropriate times for the current condition of your vehicle. Optimized shifting will be restored as the vehicle continues to be driven for a while.

& Selector lever

: With the brake pedal depressed, shift

while pressing the button in.

: Shift while pressing the button in. : Shift without pressing the button.

The selector lever has four positions, “P”, “R”, “N”, “D” and also has manual gate for using “SPORT” mode or manual mode. ! P (Park) This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine.

In this position, the transmission is me- chanically locked to prevent the vehicle from rolling freely.

When you park the vehicle, first set the parking brake fully, then shift into the “P” position. Do not hold the vehicle with only the transmission. To shift the selector lever from the “P” to any other position, you have to depress the brake pedal fully then push the release button on the selector lever when the ignition switch is in the “ON” position. This prevents the vehicle from lurching when it is started.

If the shift lever does not move from the “P” position with the brake pedal de- pressed, the release button pushed in, and the ignition switch in the ON position, refer to the “Shift lock release” section in this chapter. NOTE To protect the engine while the “P” position is selected, the engine is controlled such that the engine speed does not become too high even if the accelerator pedal is pressed hard. ! R (Reverse) This position is for backing the vehicle.

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To shift from the “N” to “R” position, stop the vehicle completely then move the lever to the “R” position while pushing the release button. ! N (Neutral) This position is for restarting a stalled engine. In this position the wheels and transmis- sion are not locked. In this position, the transmission is neutral; the vehicle will roll freely, even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or foot brake is on. Avoid coasting with the transmission neutral. During coasting, there is no engine brak- ing effect. NOTE . To protect the engine while the “N” position is selected, the engine is controlled such that the engine speed does not become too high even if the accelerator pedal is pressed hard. . When the ignition switch has been turned to the “LOCK” position, move- ment of the selector lever from the “N” position to the “R” position is possible for a limited time period by depressing the brake pedal and then becomes impossible. the selector lever be- comes impossible to be moved after a limited time period, turn the ignition – CONTINUED –

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switch to the “ON” position. You will then be able to move the selector lever to the “P” position.

WARNING

Do not drive the vehicle with the selector lever in the “N” (neutral) position. Engine braking has no effect in this condition and the risk of an accident is consequently in- creased.

! D (Drive) This position is for normal driving. The transmission automatically shifts into a suitable gear from 1st to 5th according to the vehicle speed and the acceleration you require.

When more acceleration is required in this position, press the accelerator pedal fully to the floor and hold that position. The transmission will automatically downshift to 4th, 3rd, 2nd or 1st gear. When you release the pedal, the transmission will return to the original gear position. To use the SPORT mode, move the lever from this position into the manual gate. To use the manual mode, move the lever from this position into the manual gate then move it toward the “+” and “−” ends.

! While climbing a grade When driving up a hill, undesired upshift to 4th or 5th gear is prevented from taking place when the accelerator is released. This minimizes the chance of subsequent downshifting to a lower gear when accel- erating again. This prevents repeated upshifting and downshifting resulting in a smoother operation of the vehicle. NOTE The transmission may downshift to 2nd or 1st gear, depending on the way the accelerator pedal is pressed to accel- erate the vehicle again.

& Selector lever reverse inhi-

biting function

lever

the selector

This function prevents accidental move- to the “R” ment of position while the vehicle is moving. The function becomes operational when the vehicle reaches a speed of approxi- mately 6 mph (10 km/h). Once opera- tional, it prevents the selector lever from being moved from the “N” position to the “R” position. When the vehicle speed drops below 6 mph (10 km/h), the function is canceled. The selector lever can then be moved to the “R” and “P” positions.

When the ignition switch has been turned

to the “LOCK” position, movement of the selector lever from the “N” position to the “R” position is possible for a limited time period by depressing the brake pedal and then becomes impossible. Also, the se- lector lever cannot be moved to the “R” position after it has been placed in the “P” position and then placed again in the “N” position. When the movement of the selector lever from the “N” position to the “R” position has become impossible, turn the ignition switch back to the “ON” position then move the selector lever to the “P” position. Pressing the selector lever release button also makes it possible to move the selector lever to the “P” position at this time. ! Selector lever release button

If you inadvertently have turned the igni- tion switch to the “LOCK” position with the selector lever in the “N” position, proceed as follows. By referring to the “Shift lock release” section in this chapter, remove the cover. Then, with a screwdriver in- serted into the hole, move the selector lever to the “P” position while pressing the release button. the selector lever re- verse inhibiting function fails, have the vehicle inspected by the nearest SUBARU dealer.

If

& Selection of manual mode

1) Upshift indicator 2) Downshift indicator 3) Gear position indicator

indicator

in the 1st-to-5th-gear

When the manual mode is selected, the gear position indicator and upshift indica- tor and/or downshift in the tachometer come on. The gear position indicator shows the currently selected range. The gear upshift and downshift indicators show when a gearshift is possible. When the upshift indicator “ ” is on, upshifting is possible. When the downshift indicator ” is on, downshifting is possible. When “ both indicators are on, upshifting and downshifting are both possible. When the vehicle stops (for example, at traffic signals), the downshift indicator goes off. Gearshifts can be performed using the

With the vehicle either moving or station- ary, move the selector lever from the “D” position to the manual gate then move it to the “+” end or “−” end of the manual gate to select manual mode.

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selector lever.

to the next-higher gear by briefly Shift pushing the selector lever toward the “+” end of the manual gate. Shift to the next-lower gear by briefly pulling the selector lever toward the “−” end of the manual gate. NOTE Please read the following points care- fully and bear them in mind when using the manual mode. . When the temperature of the engine oil is higher than normal, warning beeps are emitted and the shift position indicator shows “−”. If these warnings are issued, deselect the manual mode to protect the engine from damage.

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. The transmission does not automa- tically shift up in the manual mode. Perform gearshifts in accordance with road conditions so that the tachometer needle does not enter the red zone. If the engine speed reaches a predeter- mined level, a fuel-cut function will operate. Shift up if this happens. Also, the transmission may automatically shift up to protect the engine. . If you attempt to shift down when the engine speed is too high, i.e., when a downshift would push the tachometer needle beyond the red zone, beeps will be emitted to warn you that the down- shift is not possible. . If you attempt to shift up when the vehicle speed is too low, the transmis- sion will not respond. . You can perform a skip-shift (for example, from 4th to 2nd) by operating the selector lever twice in rapid suc- cession. . The transmission automatically se- lects 1st gear when the vehicle stops moving. . If the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid becomes too high, the “AT OIL TEMP” warning light will come on and upshifts to 5th gear will not be possible. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and let the engine idle until the warning light goes

off.

& Maximum speeds

WARNING

When down shifting, ensure that the vehicle is not travelling at a speed exceeding the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear which is about to be selected. Failure to observe this precaution can lead to engine over- revving and this in turn can result in engine damage. In addition, sudden application of engine braking caused by down shifting when the vehicle is travel- ling on a slippery surface can lead to wheel locking; as a consequence, control of the vehicle may be lost and the risk of an accident in- creased.

The following tables show the maximum speeds that are possible with each differ- ent gear.

it

is important

When down shifting, to confirm that the current vehicle speed is not in excess of the Maximum Allowable Speed of the gear which is about to be selected.

Position

mph (km/h)

28 (45)

53 (85) 87 (140)

Never exceed posted speed limits. NOTE . In order to prevent over-revving during acceleration of the vehicle, the transmission will automatically shift to the next highest gear if the Maximum Allowable Speed for the current gear is exceeded. . Similarly, in order to prevent over- revving during deceleration of the vehicle, the transmission will remain in the current gear if the speed of the vehicle is in excess of the Maximum Allowable Speed for the gear to which the selector lever has been moved.

& Driving tips . On a road surface where there is a risk of wheelspin (for example, a snow- or gravel-covered road), you can pull away from a standstill safely and easily by first selecting the 2nd gear of the manual mode. . Always apply the foot or parking brake when the vehicle is stopped in the “D” or

“R” position. . Always set the parking brake when parking your vehicle. Do not hold the vehicle with only the transmission. . Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary position on an uphill grade by using the “D” position. Use the brake instead. . The engine may, on rare occasions, knock when the vehicle rapidly acceler- ates or rapidly pulls away from a standstill. This phenomenon does not indicate a problem. . A slight reduction in output torque may occur before the engine warms up.

& SPORT mode

SPORT mode is used when power is needed for rapid acceleration or for uphill

driving. To select this mode, move the selector lever from the “D” position to the manual gate.

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even with the release button pressed, the brake pedal depressed and the ignition switch in the “ON” position: To override the shift lock: 1. Set engine. 2. Take out the screwdriver from the tool bag.

the parking brake and stop the

When selected, the SPORT mode indica- tor light on the instrument panel will turn on. To deselect SPORT mode, move the selector lever to the “D” position or select manual mode. To subsequently reselect SPORT mode, move the selector lever to the “D” position and from there to the manual gate. In this mode, the transmission shifts up at higher vehicle speeds and shifts down more responsively than in normal mode.

& Shift lock release Perform the following steps if the selector lever does not move from the “P” position

3. Remove the cover by prying on the edge with a flat-head screwdriver.

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Power steering

CAUTION

Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or right for more than 5 seconds. This may damage the power steering pump.

Insert a screwdriver into the hole.

4. 5. Push down on the screwdriver and move the selector lever from the “P” to the “N” position while pressing the release button. 6. Remove the screwdriver from the hole. Depress the brake pedal and start the engine.

Take your vehicle to the nearest SUBARU dealer immediately to have the system repaired.

it will

The power steering system operates only when the engine is running. If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but take much more effort. NOTE Right after the engine has been started and before it has warmed up, you may hear a noise coming from areas adja- cent to the power steering pump which is located at the right-front area of the engine compartment. This noise is normal. indicate power steering system trouble.

It does not

Braking & Braking tips

WARNING

Never rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. This can cause dangerous overheating of the brakes and needless wear on the brake pads and linings.

! When the brakes get wet When driving in rain or after washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a result, brake stopping distance will be longer. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly depressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes. ! Use of engine braking Remember to make use of engine braking in addition to foot braking. When descend- ing a grade, if only the foot brake is used, the brakes may start working improperly because of brake fluid overheating, caused by overheated brake pads. To help prevent this, shift into a lower gear to get stronger engine braking. ! Braking when a tire is punctured Do not depress the brake pedal suddenly when a tire is punctured. This could cause

a loss of control of the vehicle. Keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place.

If one circuit of

& Brake system ! Two separate circuits Your vehicle has a dual circuit brake system. Each circuit works diagonally across the vehicle. the brake system should fail, the other half of the system still works. If one circuit fails, the brake pedal will go down much closer to the floor than usual and you will need to press it down much harder. And a much longer distance will be needed to stop the vehicle. ! Brake booster The brake booster uses engine manifold vacuum to assist braking force. If engine manifold vacuum becomes insufficient, such as when driving in a high-altitude place, a vacuum pump assures a suffi- cient vacuum to operate the brake boos- ter. Do not turn off the engine while driving because that will the brake booster, resulting in poor braking power. The brakes will continue to work even when the brake booster completely stops functioning. If this happens, however, you will have to push the pedal much harder

turn off

than normal and the braking distance will increase. NOTE Some sound accompanying operation of the vacuum pump may be heard from the engine compartment during driving. This does not indicate a fault. ! Brake assist system

WARNING

Do not be overconfident about the brake assist. It is not a system that brings more braking ability to the vehicle beyond its braking capabil- ity. Always use the utmost care when driving regarding vehicle speed and safe distance.

CAUTION

When you need to brake suddenly, continue depressing the brake pedal strongly to bring the effect of the brake assist.

NOTE When you depress the brake pedal suddenly, the brake pedal might wig-

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gle. This is a normal operation phe- nomenon, and it is not a malfunction. Brake assist is a driver assistance system. It assists the brake power when the driver cannot depress the brake pedal strongly and the brake power is insufficient. Brake assist generates the brake power according to the speed at which the driver depresses the brake pedal.

& Disc brake pad wear warning

indicators

The disc brake pad wear warning indica- tors on the disc brakes give a warning noise when the brake pads are worn. If a squeaking or scraping noise is heard from the disc brakes while braking, im- mediately have your vehicle inspected by

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the nearest SUBARU dealer.

ABS (Anti-lock Brake Sys- tem)

WARNING

Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving with an ABS equipped vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident.

CAUTION

. The ABS system does not always decrease stopping distance. You should always maintain a safe following distance from other vehicles.

. When driving on badly surfaced roads, gravel roads, icy roads, or over deep newly fallen snow, stopping distances may be long- er for a vehicle with the ABS system than one without. When driving under these conditions, therefore, reduce your speed and leave ample distance from other vehicles.

. When you feel the ABS system operating, you should maintain

constant brake pedal pressure. Do not pump the brake pedal since doing so may defeat the operation of the ABS system.

The ABS system prevents the lock-up of wheels which may occur during sudden braking or braking on slippery road sur- faces. This helps prevent the loss of steering control and directional stability caused by wheel lock-up.

When the ABS system is operating, you may hear a chattering noise or feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal when the ABS operates.

The ABS system will not operate when the vehicle speed is below approximately 6
mph (10 km/h).

& ABS system self-check You may feel a slight shock in the brake pedal and hear the operating sound of ABS from the engine compartment just after the vehicle is started. This is caused by an automatic functional test of the ABS system being carried out and does not indicate any abnormal condition.

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started, the ABS warning light may come on. This is due to the low battery voltage and does not indicate a malfunction. When the battery becomes fully charged, the light will go out.

& ABS warning light

The ABS warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position and goes out after approximately 2 seconds. This is an indication that the ABS system is working properly.

CAUTION

If the warning light behaves as follows, the ABS system may not be working properly. When the warning light is on, the ABS function shuts down; however, the conventional brake system con- tinues to operate normally. . The warning light does not come

on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.

. The warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, but it does not go out even when the vehicle speed exceeds approximately 8
mph (12 km/h).

. The warning light comes on dur-

ing driving.

If these occur, have the ABS system repaired at the first available oppor- tunity by your SUBARU dealer.

the warning light behavior is as the ABS

NOTE If described in the following, system may be considered normal. . The warning light comes on right after the engine is started but goes out immediately, remaining off. . The warning light remains on after the engine has been started, but it goes out when the vehicle speed reaches approximately 8 mph (12 km/h). . The warning light comes on during driving, but it goes out immediately and remains off. When driving with an insufficient battery voltage such as when the engine is jump

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Electronic Brake Force Dis- tribution (EBD) system

& Steps to take if EBD system

fails

The EBD system maximizes the effective- ness of the brakes by allowing the rear brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking force. It functions by adjusting the distribution of braking force to the rear wheels in accordance with the vehicle’s loading condition and speed. The EBD system is an integral part of the ABS system and uses some of the ABS system’s components to perform its func- tion of optimizing the distribution of brak- ing force. If any of the ABS components used by the EBD function fails, the EBD system also stops working.

When the EBD system is operating, you may hear a chattering noise or feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal and does not indicate a malfunction.