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Author: Subaru
Published: 2020-01-11 00:00:00
Updated: 2023-08-05
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Table of Contents
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Warranties
4
How To Use This Owner's Manual
4
Vehicle Symbols
6
Safety Precautions When Driving
8
General Information
12
Illustrated Index
15
Function Settings
26
Seat, Seatbelt And SRS Airbags
28
Front Seats
29
Forward And Backward Adjustment
30
Reclining The Seatback
30
Seat Cushion Height Adjustment (driver's Seat)
31
Head Restraint Adjustment (if Equipped)
31
Seat Heater (if Equipped)
33
Rear Seats
34
Armrest (if Equipped)
34
Head Restraint Adjustment
35
Folding Down The Rear Seatback
36
Seatbelts
38
Seatbelt Safety Tips
38
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
40
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR)
40
Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime
40
Fastening The Seatbelt
40
Seatbelt Maintenance
47
Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
47
System Monitors
48
System Servicing
49
Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
49
Child Restraint Systems
50
Where To Place A Child Restraint System
51
Choosing A Child Restraint System
52
Installing Child Restraint Systems With A/ELR Seatbelt
52
Installing A Booster Seat
56
Installation Of Child Restraint Systems By Use Of Lower And Tether Anchorages (LATCH)
57
Top Tether Anchorages
60
SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
62
Models With SRS Airbags And Lap/shoulder Restraints For Driver, Front Passenger, And Windowside Rear Passengers
62
SUBARU Advanced Frontal Airbag System
66
SRS Side Airbag And SRS Curtain Airbag
77
SRS Airbag System Monitors
83
SRS Airbag System Servicing
84
Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
85
Keys And Doors
88
Keys
89
Key Number Plate
89
Immobilizer
89
Security Indicator Light
90
Key Replacement
90
Door Locks
90
Locking And Unlocking From The Outside
90
Locking And Unlocking From The Inside
92
Battery Drainage Prevention Function
92
Power Door Locking Switches
93
Key Lockin Prevention Function
93
Remote Keyless Entry System
94
Locking The Doors
95
Unlocking The Doors
96
Opening The Trunk Lid/unlocking Rear Gate
96
Vehicle Finder Function
96
Sounding A Panic Alarm
97
Selecting Audible Signal Operation
97
Replacing The Battery
97
Replacing Lost Transmitters
98
Alarm System
99
System Operation
99
Activating And Deactivating The Alarm System
99
If You Have Accidentally Triggered The Alarm System
100
Arming The System
100
Disarming The System
101
Valet Mode
101
Passive Arming
102
Tripped Sensor Identification
103
Shock Sensors (dealer Option)
103
Child Safety Locks
104
Windows
104
Power Window Operation By Driver
104
Power Window Operation By Passengers
106
Initialization Of Power Window
107
Trunk Lid (4door)
107
To Open And Close The Trunk Lid From Outside
108
To Open The Trunk Lid From Inside
108
Internal Trunk Lid Release Handle
108
Rear Gate (5door)
110
Moonroof (if Equipped)
111
Moonroof Switches
112
Sunshade
113
Instruments And Controls
114
Ignition Switch
116
LOCK
116
ACC
117
ON
117
START
117
Key Reminder Chime
117
Ignition Switch Light
117
Hazard Warning Flasher
118
Meters And Gauges
118
Combination Meter Illumination
118
Canceling The Function For Meter/gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning On The Ignition Switch
119
Speedometer
119
Odometer
119
Double Trip Meter
120
Tachometer
120
Fuel Gauge
121
ECO Gauge
121
Warning And Indicator Lights
122
Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime
122
SRS Airbag System Warning Light
124
Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag ON And OFF Indicators
124
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Light
125
Coolant Temperature Low Indicator Light/Coolant Temperature High Warning Light
126
Charge Warning Light
127
Oil Pressure Warning Light
127
Engine Low Oil Level Warning Light
127
Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Light
128
AT OIL TEMP Warning Light (CVT Models)
128
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light (U.S.spec.models)
128
ABS Warning Light
129
Brake System Warning Light
130
Low Fuel Warning Light
131
Hill Start Assist Warning Light (MT Models)/Hill Start Assist OFF Indicator Light (MT Models)
131
Door Open Warning Light
132
AllWheel Drive Warning Light (CVT Models)
132
Power Steering Warning Light
132
Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
133
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF Indicator Light
134
Security Indicator Light
134
Shiftup Indicator Light (MT Models)
135
Select Lever/gear Position Indicator (CVT Models)
135
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
135
High Beam Indicator Light
136
Cruise Control Indicator Light (if Equipped)
136
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light (if Equipped)
136
Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler Warning Light (models With HID Headlights)
136
Front Fog Light Indicator Light (if Equipped)
136
Headlight Indicator Light (if Equipped)
136
Information Display (if Equipped)
137
Outside Temperature Indicator
137
Driving Information Display
138
Clock
141
Multi Function Display (NonUS Vehicles Only; If Equipped)
142
Basic Operation
142
Opening Screen
143
Ending Screen
143
Selfcheck Screen
143
Basic Screens
145
Selection Screen
148
Date And Time Settings
150
Image Quality And Volume Settings
154
Screen Settings
157
Maintenance Settings
165
Driving History Registration
168
Car Settings
169
Initialize
174
Light Control Switch
177
Headlights
177
High/low Beam Change (dimmer)
178
Headlight Flasher
179
Daytime Running Light System
179
Turn Signal Lever
180
Illumination Brightness Control
180
Headlight Beam Leveler (if Equipped)
181
Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler (models With HID Headlights)
181
Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
181
Wiper And Washer
182
Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
183
Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch – 5door
184
Mirrors
185
Inside Mirror
185
Autodimming Mirror/compass (if Equipped)
185
Autodimming Mirror/compass With HomeLink (if Equipped)
187
Outside Mirrors
192
Defogger And Deicer
194
Tilt/telescopic Steering Wheel
195
Horn
196
Climate Control
198
Ventilator Control
199
Center And Side Ventilators
199
Climate Control Panel
200
Type A
200
Type B
201
Type C
202
Type D
203
Automatic Climate Control Operation (type B, C And D)
204
Type B
204
Type C And D
204
Temperature Sensors
205
Manual Climate Control Operation
205
Airflow Mode Selection
205
Temperature Control
206
Fan Speed Control
207
Air Conditioner Control
207
Air Inlet Selection
207
Defrosting
207
Type A And B
207
Type C
207
Type D
207
Operating Tips For Heater And Air Conditioner
208
Cleaning Ventilation Grille
208
Efficient Cooling After Parking In Direct Sunlight
208
Lubrication Oil Circulation In The Refrigerant Circuit
208
Checking Air Conditioning System Before Summer Season
208
Cooling And Dehumidifying In High Humidity And Low Temperature Weather Conditions
208
Air Conditioner Compressor Shutoff When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
208
Refrigerant For Your Climate Control System
208
Air Filtration System
209
Replacing An Air Filter
209
Audio
212
Antenna System
214
Roof Antenna
214
FM Reception
214
Installation Of Accessories
215
Audio Set
215
Type A Audio Set (if Equipped)
216
Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
217
Type C Audio Set (if Equipped)
218
Power And Audio Controls
219
Power Switch And Volume Control
219
Sound Controls And Audio Settings
219
FM/AM Radio Operation
223
FM Selection
223
AM Selection
223
Tuning
223
HD RadioTM Technology (Digital AM And FM Radio) (type C Audio)
226
Displaying Radio PS (Program Service Name) And RT (Radio Text)
227
Station Preset
227
CD Player Operation
228
Play File
229
How To Insert A CD
229
How To Play Back A CD
229
To Select A Track From The Beginning
230
Fastforwarding And Rewinding
230
Repeating
231
Random Playback
231
Scan (type A And B Audio)
232
Display Selection (type A And B Audio)
232
Folder Selection
233
How To Eject A CD From The Player
233
When The Following Messages Are Displayed
233
Auxiliary Input Jack (if Equipped)
234
Precautions To Observe When Handling A Compact Disc
235
USB Storage Device / IPod Operations (type B And C Audio)
237
Play File
237
Connectable USB Storage Device
237
Connectable IPod Models
237
Connecting USB Storage Device / IPod
238
How To Play Back
239
To Select A Track From The Beginning
239
To Select A Chapter From The Beginning When Connecting IPod
239
Fastforwarding And Rewinding
239
Repeating
239
Random Playback
240
SCAN (only When Connecting USB Storage Device) (type B Audio)
241
Selecting Category (only When Connecting IPod )
241
Display Selection
241
Folder Selection (only When Connecting USB Storage Device)
242
Setting The Playing Speed (only When The Audiobook Is Playing) (type C Audio)
242
When The Following Messages Are Displayed
242
Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)
243
MODE Button
243
Volume Control Switch
244
Bluetooth Audio (type B And C Audio)
245
Media Format
245
Setting Bluetooth Audio
245
Bluetooth Audio Operation
246
Handsfree System (if Equipped)
247
Tips For The Handsfree System
248
Certification For The Handsfree System
249
Safety Precautions
250
Using The Handsfree System
251
Bluetooth Setting
259
Screensaver (type C Audio)
262
Downloading Pictures
262
Selecting Pictures
262
Erasing Pictures
262
Interior Equipment
264
Interior Lights
265
Dome Light
265
Cargo Area Light (5door Models)
265
Map Lights
266
Sun Visors
267
Vanity Mirror
267
Storage Compartment
267
Glove Box
268
Center Console
268
Cup Holders
269
Bottle Holders
269
Accessory Power Outlets
270
Use With A Cigarette Lighter (if Equipped)
271
Ashtray (if Equipped)
272
Floor Mat (if Equipped)
272
Shopping Bag Hook (5door)
273
Cargo Area Cover (5door – If Equipped)
273
Using The Cover
273
To Remove The Cover
274
To Install The Cover Housing
274
Cargo Tiedown Hooks (5door – If Equipped)
275
Underfloor Storage Compartment (if Equipped)
275
Starting And Operating
276
Fuel
278
Fuel Requirements
278
Fuel Filler Lid And Cap
279
State Emission Testing (U.S.only)
282
Preparing To Drive
283
Starting The Engine
283
MT Models
283
CVT Models
284
Stopping The Engine
285
Remote Engine Start System (dealer Option)
285
Starting Your Vehicle
286
Remote Start Safety Features
286
Entering The Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
287
Remote Start Confirmation Transmitter Feature
287
Entering The Vehicle Following Remote Engine Start Shutdown
288
Preheating Or Precooling The Interior Of The Vehicle
288
Service Mode
289
Remote Transmitter Program
289
System Maintenance
289
Manual Transmission
291
Shifting Speeds
292
Driving Tips
292
Continuously Variable Transmission
293
Select Lever
294
Selection Of Manual Mode (if Equipped)
295
Selection Of “L” (if Equipped)
297
Shift Lock Function
297
Driving Tips
298
Power Steering
299
Braking
300
Braking Tips
300
Brake System
300
Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
301
ABS (Antilock Brake System)
301
ABS System Selfcheck
301
ABS Warning Light
302
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
302
Steps To Take If EBD System Malfunctions
302
Vehicle Dynamics Control System
303
Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
305
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF Switch
305
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.spec.models)
306
Parking Your Vehicle
307
Parking Brake
307
Parking Tips
308
Hill Start Assist System (MT Models)
309
To Activate/deactivate The Hill Start Assist System
310
Hill Start Assist Warning Light/Hill Start Assist OFF Indicator Light
312
Cruise Control (if Equipped)
312
To Set Cruise Control
312
To Temporarily Cancel The Cruise Control
313
To Turn Off The Cruise Control
314
To Change The Cruising Speed
314
Cruise Control Indicator Light
315
Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
315
Driving Tips
316
New Vehicle Breakin Driving – The First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
317
Fuel Economy Hints
317
Engine Exhaust Gas (carbon Monoxide)
317
Catalytic Converter
318
Periodic Inspections
319
Driving In Foreign Countries
319
Driving Tips For AWD Models
319
Off Road Driving
321
Except SPORT Models
321
SPORT Models
321
Winter Driving
323
Operation During Cold Weather
323
Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads
324
Corrosion Protection
325
Snow Tires
325
Tire Chains
326
Rocking The Vehicle
326
Loading Your Vehicle
327
Vehicle Capacity Weight
327
GVWR And GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating And Gross Axle Weight Rating)
328
Roof Rail (if Equipped)
329
Roof Molding And Crossbar (5door Models — If Equipped)
329
Trailer Towing
331
In Case Of Emergency
332
If You Park Your Vehicle In Case Of An Emergency
333
Temporary Spare Tire
333
Maintenance Tools
334
Flat Tires
336
Changing A Flat Tire
336
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S.spec.models)
339
Jump Starting
340
How To Jump Start
340
Engine Overheating
342
If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment
342
If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment
342
Towing
343
Towing And Tiedown Hooks
343
Using A Flatbed Truck
345
Towing With All Wheels On The Ground
346
Rear Gate – If The Rear Gate Cannot Be Opened
347
Appearance Care
348
Exterior Care
349
Washing
349
Waxing And Polishing
350
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
350
Corrosion Protection
351
Most Common Causes Of Corrosion
351
To Help Prevent Corrosion
351
Cleaning The Interior
352
Seat Fabric
352
Leather Seat Materials
352
Synthetic Leather Upholstery
352
Climate Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, And Switches
352
Monitor (if Equipped)
353
Maintenance And Service
354
Maintenance Schedule
356
Maintenance Precautions
356
Before Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
357
When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment While The Engine Is Running
357
Engine Hood
358
Engine Compartment Overview
359
Engine Oil
360
Checking The Oil Level
360
Changing The Oil And Oil Filter
361
Recommended Grade And Viscosity
362
Synthetic Oil
363
Cooling System
363
Cooling Fan, Hose And Connections
363
Engine Coolant
364
Air Cleaner Element
365
Replacing The Air Cleaner Element
365
Spark Plugs
366
Recommended Spark Plugs
366
Drive Belts
367
Manual Transmission Oil
367
Recommended Grade And Viscosity
367
Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid
367
Front Differential Gear Oil (CVT Models)
368
Recommended Grade And Viscosity
368
Rear Differential Gear Oil
368
Recommended Grade And Viscosity
368
Brake Fluid
368
Checking The Fluid Level
368
Recommended Brake Fluid
369
Clutch Fluid (MT Models)
369
Checking The Fluid Level
369
Recommended Clutch Fluid
370
Brake Booster
370
Brake Pedal
371
Checking The Brake Pedal Free Play
371
Checking The Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
371
Clutch Pedal (MT Models)
372
Checking The Clutch Function
372
Checking The Clutch Pedal Free Play
372
Hill Start Assist System (MT Models)
372
Replacement Of Brake Pad And Lining
373
Breakingin Of New Brake Pads And Linings
373
Parking Brake Stroke
374
Tires And Wheels
374
Types Of Tires
374
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
374
Tire Inspection
376
Tire Pressures And Wear
376
Wheel Balance
378
Wear Indicators
378
Tire Rotation Direction Mark
379
Tire Rotation
379
Tire Replacement
380
Wheel Replacement
380
Aluminum Wheels
381
Windshield Washer Fluid
381
Replacement Of Wiper Blades
383
Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
383
Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber (type A And Type B)
384
Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
385
Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber
386
Battery
387
Fuses
388
Main Fuse
389
Installation Of Accessories
390
Replacing Bulbs
390
Headlights (models With HID Headlights)
390
Headlights (models Without HID Headlights)
390
Front Turn Signal Light
392
Parking Light
392
Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
392
Rear Combination Lights
392
License Plate Light
395
Map Light
396
Dome Light And Cargo Area Light
396
Trunk Light
397
Highmounted Stop Light (4door)
397
Other Bulbs
398
Specifications
400
Specifications
401
Dimensions
401
Engine
402
Fuel
402
Engine Oil
403
Manual Transmission, Front Differential And Rear Differential Gear Oil
405
Fluids
406
Engine Coolant
406
Electrical System
406
Tires
407
Fuses And Circuits
408
Fuse Panel Located In The Passenger Compartment
408
Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment
410
Bulb Chart
412
Vehicle Identification
415
Consumer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
416
For U.S.A
417
Tire Information
417
Tire Labeling
417
Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
419
Glossary Of Tire Terminology
420
Tire Care – Maintenance And Safety Practices
425
Vehicle Load Limit – How To Determine
425
Determining Compatibility Of Tire And Vehicle Load Capacities
428
Adverse Safety Consequences Of Overloading On Handling And Stopping And On Tires
429
Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit
429
Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
430
Treadwear
430
Traction AA, A, B, C
430
Temperature A, B, C
430
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)
431
Supplement
432
Declaration Of Conformity With FCC Rules
432
Index
434
GAS STATION REFERENCE
446
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