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Author: Subaru
Published: 2020-12-06
Updated: 2023-06-18
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Table of Contents
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Foreword
1
Warranties
4
How to use this ownerâs manual
5
Vehicle symbols
7
Safety precautions when driving
9
Table of contents
16
Illustrated index
17
1. Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
28
Front seats
29
Fore and aft adjustment
30
Reclining the seatback
31
Seat cushion height adjustment (driverâs seat)
32
Head restraint adjustment (if equipped)
32
Active head restraint (if equipped)
33
Seat heater (if equipped)
34
Rear seats
35
Armrest (if equipped)
36
Headrest adjustment â Wagon
38
Folding down the rear seat â Wagon
39
Seatbelts
40
Seatbelt safety tips
40
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
41
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR)
42
Seatbelt warning light and chime
42
Fastening the seatbelt
42
Seatbelt maintenance
54
Front seatbelt pretensioners
54
System monitors
56
System servicing
56
Precautions against vehicle modification
57
Child restraint systems
58
Where to place a child restraint system
60
Choosing a child restraint system
61
Installing child restraint systems with A/ELR seatbelt
62
Installing a booster seat
67
Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages (LATCH)
69
Top tether anchorages
73
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
79
Vehicle with driverâs and front passengerâs SRS airbags and lap/shoulder restraints
79
SRS frontal airbag
83
SRS side airbag (if equipped)
91
SRS airbag system monitors
99
SRS airbag system servicing
100
Precautions against vehicle modification
101
2. Keys and doors
104
Keys
105
Key number
106
Door locks
106
Locking and unlocking from the outside
106
Locking and unlocking from the inside
107
Power door locking switches
108
Remote keyless entry system
109
Locking the doors
110
Unlocking the doors
111
Illuminated entry
111
Vehicle finder function
111
Sounding a panic alarm
112
Selecting audible signal operation
112
Replacing the battery
112
Replacing lost transmitters
113
Security system (if equipped)
117
System operation
117
Arming the system
118
Disarming the system
120
Valet mode
120
Passive arming
121
Child safety locks
124
Windows
125
Power windows
125
Trunk lid (Sedan)
128
To open and close the trunk lid from outside
128
To open the trunk lid from inside
129
To cancel the trunk lid release
129
Internal trunk lid release handle
129
Rear gate (Wagon)
132
Moonroof (if equipped)
134
Tilt function
134
Sliding function
134
Sun shades
136
3. Instruments and controls
138
Ignition switch
140
LOCK
140
ACC
141
ON
141
START
141
Key reminder chime
141
Ignition switch light (if equipped)
142
Key interlock release (AT vehicles only)
142
Hazard warning flasher
143
Meters and gauges (WRX-STi)
144
Combination meter illumination
144
Cancelling sequential illumination of the combination meter
144
Speedometer
144
Odometer/Trip meter
145
Tachometer
146
Fuel gauge
146
Temperature gauge
147
Ambient temperature gauge
148
REV indicator light and buzzer (WRX-STi)
149
Setting the alarm-level engine speed
150
Deactivating the REV alarm system
151
Meters and gauges (Except WRX-STi)
152
Speedometer
152
Odometer/Trip meter
152
Tachometer
153
Fuel gauge
153
Temperature gauge
154
Ambient temperature gauge (if equipped)
155
Warning and indicator lights
156
Seatbelt warning light and chime
156
SRS airbag system warning light
157
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp
157
Charge warning light
158
Oil pressure warning light
158
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light (for AT vehicles)
159
Rear differential oil temperature warning light (WRX-STi)
159
ABS warning light
160
Brake system warning light
161
Door open warning lights
162
Front-wheel drive warning light (for AT vehicles â if equipped)
162
Intercooler water spray warning light (WRX-STi)
162
Selector lever position indicator (AT vehicles)
163
Turn signal indicator lights
163
High beam indicator light
163
Cruise control indicator light
163
Cruise control set indicator light
163
Driverâs control center differential auto indicator light (WRX-STi)
163
Driverâs control center differential indicator lights (WRX-STi)
164
Headlight indicator light (WRX-STi)
164
REV indicator light (WRX-STi)
164
Clock
165
Light control switch
166
Headlights
166
High/low beam change (dimmer)
167
Headlight flasher
167
Daytime running light system (except U.S. spec. WRX-STi)
168
Turn signal lever
168
Illumination brightness control
169
Illumination brightness control (WRX-STi)
170
Headlight beam leveler (U.S. spec. WRX-STi)
170
Parking light switch
171
Fog light switch (if equipped)
172
Wiper and washer
172
Windshield wiper and washer switches
174
Rear window wiper and washer switch â Wagon
176
Rear window defogger switch
177
Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped)
179
Intercooler water spray switch (WRX-STi)
180
Mirrors
181
Inside mirror
181
Outside mirrors
184
Tilt steering wheel
186
Horn
187
4. Climate control
190
Ventilator
191
Air flow selection
191
Center and side ventilators
192
Manual climate control system (if equipped)
193
Control panel
193
Heater operation
195
Air conditioner operation (if equipped)
198
Semi-automatic climate control system (if equipped)
200
Control panel
200
Operating method
203
Temperature sensors
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
209
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded
209
Refrigerant for your climate control system
209
Air filtration system (if equipped)
209
Replacing an air filter
210
5. Audio
214
Antenna system
215
Printed antenna
215
FM reception
215
Installation of accessories
216
Audio set
216
Type A audio set
216
Type B audio set
217
In-dash 6 CD auto changer 1 (Optional audio unit â if equipped)
217
Type A audio set (if equipped)
218
Radio operation
218
Compact disc player operation
223
CD changer control (If optional in-dash CD changer is connected)
225
Type B audio set (if equipped)
229
Radio operation
229
Cassette player operation
235
Built in CD changer operation
239
In-dash 6 CD auto changer 1 (if equipped)
244
Loading and unloading compact discs
244
Precautions to observe when handling a compact disc (CD)
247
6. Interior equipment
250
Interior light
251
Dome light
251
Cargo area light (if equipped)
251
Map light (if equipped)
252
Sun visors
253
Center visor
253
Vanity mirror (if equipped)
254
Storage compartments
254
Glove box
255
Center console
255
Coin tray
256
Cup holder
256
In instrument panel
256
In center console
257
Accessory power outlet
258
In the cargo area (if equipped)
258
Cigarette lighter socket
259
Use with a cigarette lighter
260
Using as an accessory power outlet
260
Ashtray
261
Floor mat (if equipped)
262
Coat hook
263
Cargo area cover (if equipped)
264
Using the cover
264
To remove the cover
264
Stowage of the cover
265
To install the cover housing
265
Cargo tie-down hooks (if equipped)
266
Under-floor storage compartment (if equipped)
267
7. Starting and operating
270
Fuel
271
Fuel requirements
271
Fuel filler lid and cap
273
State emission testing (U.S. only)
276
Preparing to drive
278
Starting the engine
278
Manual transmission vehicle
278
Automatic transmission vehicle
279
Starting the engine during cold weather below ï¼4°F ( ï¼20°C)
279
Starting a flooded engine
280
Stopping the engine
280
Manual transmission â 6 speed (WRX-STi)
281
Selecting reverse gear
281
Shifting speeds
282
Driving tips
283
Manual transmission â 5 speed (except WRX-STi)
284
Shifting speeds
284
Driving tips
286
Driverâs Control Center Differential (DCCD) (WRX-STi)
287
Auto mode
287
Manual mode
288
Temporary release
290
Automatic transmission
290
Selector lever for automatic transmission
291
Shift lock release
295
Limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped)
296
Power steering
297
Braking
297
Braking tips
297
Brake system
298
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators
298
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
299
ABS system self-check
299
ABS warning light
300
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system
301
Steps to take if EBD system fails
302
Parking your vehicle
303
Parking brake
303
Parking tips
304
Cruise control
306
To set cruise control
306
To temporarily cancel the cruise control
308
To turn off the cruise control
309
To change the cruising speed
309
8. Driving tips
312
New vehicle break-in driving â the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)
313
Fuel economy hints
313
Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide)
314
Catalytic converter
315
Periodic inspections
317
Driving in foreign countries
317
Driving tips for AWD vehicles
318
Off road driving
319
All AWD models except OUTBACK SPORT and vehicles with 17 inch tires
320
OUTBACK SPORT
320
Winter driving
322
Operation during cold weather
322
Driving on snowy and icy roads
324
Corrosion protection
325
Snow tires
325
Tire chains
327
Rocking the vehicle
327
Loading your vehicle
328
Vehicle capacity weight
330
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
331
Roof rail and crossbar (if equipped)
332
Trailer hitch (if equipped)
336
Connecting a trailer
336
When you do not tow a trailer
339
Trailer towing
340
Warranties and maintenance
340
Maximum load limits
340
Trailer hitches
345
Connecting a trailer
346
Trailer towing tips
348
9. In case of emergency
352
If you park your vehicle in case of an emergency
353
Temporary spare tire
354
Flat tires
356
Changing a flat tire
356
Jump starting
365
How to jump start
365
Engine overheating
367
If steam is coming from the engine compartment
367
If no steam is coming from the engine compartment
367
Towing
368
Towing and tie-down hooks
369
Using a flat-bed truck
371
Towing with all wheels on the ground
372
Rear gate â if the rear gate cannot be unlocked
373
Moonroof â if the moonroof cannot be closed
374
Maintenance tools
375
Jack and jack handle
375
10. Appearance care
378
Exterior care
379
Washing
379
Waxing and polishing
380
Cleaning aluminum wheels
380
Corrosion protection
381
Most common causes of corrosion
381
To help prevent corrosion
382
Cleaning the interior
383
Seat fabric
383
Leather seat materials
383
Synthetic leather upholstery
383
Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, and switches
384
11. Maintenance and service
386
Maintenance schedule
388
Maintenance precautions
388
Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment
389
When you do checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running
390
Engine hood
390
Engine compartment overview
393
2.5 liter model
393
2.0 liter (Turbo) model
394
2.5 liter (Turbo) model
395
Engine oil
396
Checking the oil level
396
Changing the oil and oil filter
397
Recommended grade and viscosity
401
Recommended grade and viscosity under severe driving conditions
403
Synthetic oil
403
Cooling system
403
Cooling fan, hose and connections
404
Engine coolant
404
Air cleaner element
408
Replacing the air cleaner element
408
Spark plugs
411
Recommended spark plugs
412
Drive belts
412
Manual transmission oil
413
Checking the oil level
413
Recommended grade and viscosity
415
Automatic transmission fluid
416
Checking the fluid level
416
Recommended fluid
417
Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles)
418
Checking the oil level
418
Recommended grade and viscosity
418
Rear differential gear oil
419
Checking the gear oil level
419
Recommended grade and viscosity
420
Power steering fluid
421
Checking the fluid level
421
Recommended fluid
422
Brake fluid
422
Checking the fluid level
422
Recommended brake fluid
423
Clutch fluid (MT vehicles)
423
Checking the fluid level
423
Recommended clutch fluid
424
Brake booster
425
Brake pedal
425
Checking the brake pedal free play
425
Checking the brake pedal reserve distance
426
Clutch pedal (MT vehicles)
426
Checking the clutch function
426
Checking the clutch pedal free play
427
Replacement of brake pad and lining
427
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings
428
Parking brake stroke
429
Tires and wheels
429
Types of tires
429
Tire inspection
430
Tire pressures and wear
430
Wheel balance
433
Wear indicators
434
Tire rotation
435
Tire replacement
435
Wheel replacement
436
Wheel covers
437
Aluminum wheels (If equipped)
438
Intercooler water spray
438
Windshield washer fluid
439
Replacement of windshield wiper blades
440
Battery
443
Fuses
445
Main fuse
448
Installation of accessories
448
Replacing bulbs
449
Headlights (U.S. spec. WRX-STi)
451
Headlight (Except U.S. spec. WRX-STi)
451
Front turn signal light bulbs
454
Parking light
455
Front fog light
458
Rear combination lights
459
License plate light
461
Dome light, map light and cargo area light
462
Trunk light
463
High mount stop light
463
12. Specifications
466
Specifications
467
Dimensions
467
Engine
468
Electrical system
468
Capacities
469
Tires
470
Wheel alignment
470
Fuses and circuits
471
Fuse panel located behind the coin tray
471
Fuse panel located in the engine compartment
473
Bulb chart
474
Vehicle identification
475
13. Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
476
Uniform tire quality grading standards
477
Treadwear
477
Traction AA, A, B, C
477
Temperature A, B, C
478
Reporting safety defects (USA)
479
14. Index
480
US Compass Calibration Zones
490
GAS STATION REFERENCE
491
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