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Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
Front seats
Manual seat
Power seat (driverâs seat — if equipped)
Head restraint adjustment
Seat heater
Front seat heater
Rear seat heater
Rear seats
Armrest
Head restraint adjustment
Folding down the rear seatback
Reclining the seatback
Seatbelts
Seatbelt safety tips
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR)
Seatbelt warning light and chime
Fastening the seatbelt
Seatbelt maintenance
Front seatbelt pretensioners
Seatbelt with shoulder belt pretensioner
Seatbelt with shoulder belt and lap belt pretensioners
System monitors
System servicing
Precautions against vehicle modification
Child restraint systems
Where to place a child restraint system
Choosing a child restraint system
Installing child restraint systems with ALR/ELR seatbelt
Installing a booster seat
Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages (LATCH)
Top tether anchorages
*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
General precautions regarding SRS airbag system
Components
SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system
SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag
SRS airbag system monitors
SRS airbag system servicing
Precautions against vehicle modification
Keys and doors
Keys
Key number plate
Immobilizer
Security indicator light
Key replacement
Certification for immobilizer system
Door locks
Locking and unlocking from the outside
Locking and unlocking from the inside
Battery drainage prevention function
Power door locking switches
Key lock-in prevention function
Keyless access with push-button start system
Safety precautions
Locking and unlocking with “keyless access” entry function
Selecting audible signal operation
Warning chimes and warning light
Disabling keyless access function
When access key does not operate properly
Replacing battery of access key
Replacing access key
Certification for keyless access with push-button start system
PIN Code Access (models with “keyless access with push-button start system”)
Registering a PIN code
Unlocking
Remote keyless entry system
Locking the doors
Unlocking the doors
Vehicle finder function
Sounding a panic alarm
Selecting audible signal operation (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”)
Replacing the battery
Replacing lost transmitters
Alarm system
System operation
Activating and deactivating the alarm system
If you have accidentally triggered the alarm system
Arming the system
Disarming the system
Valet mode
Passive arming (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”)
Tripped sensor identification
Shock sensors (dealer option)
Child safety locks
Windows
Power window operation by driver
Power window operation by passengers
Initialization of power window
Rear gate
Manual rear gate
Power rear gate
Moonroof
Moonroof switch
Anti-entrapment function
Sun shade
Instruments and controls
Ignition switch (models without push-button start system)
LOCK
ACC
ON
START
Key reminder chime
Ignition switch light
Push-button ignition switch (models with push-button start system)
Safety precautions
Operating range for push-button start system
Switching power status
When access key does not operate properly
Hazard warning flasher
Meters and gauges
Combination meter illumination
Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle movement upon turning on the ignition switch
Speedometer
Odometer
Double trip meter
Tachometer
Fuel gauge
ECO gauge
Warning and indicator lights
Seatbelt warning light and chime
SRS airbag system warning light
Front passengerâs frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator light
Coolant temperature low indicator light/Coolant temperature high warning light
Charge warning light
Oil pressure warning light
Engine low oil level warning light
Windshield washer fluid warning light
AT OIL TEMP warning light (CVT models)
Low tire pressure warning light (U.S.-spec. models)
ABS warning light
Brake system warning light
Low fuel warning light
Hill start assist warning light/Hill start assist OFF indicator light
Door open warning light
All-Wheel Drive warning light (CVT models)
Power steering warning light
Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light
Warning chimes and warning light of the keyless access with push-button start system
Security indicator light
SI-DRIVE indicator light
Select lever/gear position indicator (CVT models)
Turn signal indicator lights
High beam indicator light
High beam assist indicator light
Cruise control indicator light
Cruise control set indicator light
Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light
Steering Responsive Headlight warning light/Steering Responsive Headlight OFF indicator light
Front fog light indicator light
Headlight indicator light
X-mode indicator light
Hill descent control indicator light
Steering responsive fog lights warning indicator/Steering responsive fog lights OFF indicator
BSD/RCTA warning indicator
BSD/RCTA OFF indicator
RAB warning light
RAB OFF indicator light
Information display (Mexico-spec. models)
Outside temperature indicator
Driving information display
Clock
Multi information display (models with type B combination meter)
Basic operation
Welcome screen and Good-bye screen
Warning screen
Basic screens
Menu screens
Multi function display
Basic operation
Welcome screen
Ending screen
Self-check screen
Interruption screen
Basic screens
Selection screen
Date and time settings
Image quality and volume settings
Screen settings
Maintenance settings
Driving history registration
Car settings
Initialize
Light control switch
Headlights
High/low beam change (dimmer)
Headlight flasher
Daytime running light system
Steering Responsive Headlight (SRH)
SRH OFF switch
Turn signal lever
One-touch lane changer
Illumination brightness control
Headlight beam leveler
Automatic headlight beam leveler (models with LED headlights)
Fog light switch
Steering responsive fog lights system
Wiper and washer
Windshield wiper and washer switches
Rear window wiper and washer switch
Mirrors
Inside mirror
Auto-dimming mirror/compass
Auto-dimming mirror/compass with HomeLink⊂®&/sub;
Outside mirrors
Defogger and deicer
Tilt/telescopic steering wheel
Horn
Heated Steering Wheel system
Climate control
Ventilator control
Center and side ventilators
Climate control panel
Type A
Type B
Type C
Type D
Automatic climate control operation (type B, C and D)
Type B
Type C and D
Sensors
Manual climate control operation
Airflow mode selection
Temperature control
Fan speed control
Air conditioner control
Air inlet selection
Defrosting
Type A and B
Type C
Type D
Operating tips for heater and air conditioner
Cleaning ventilation grille
Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight
Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit
Checking air conditioning system before summer season
Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather conditions
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded
Refrigerant for your climate control system
Air filtration system
Replacing an air filter
Audio
Antenna
Roof antenna
Roof antenna (for Shark fin type)
Audio set
Base display audio set
STARLINK™ 7.0 Multimedia Plus audio set (U.S. spec. models only, if equipped)
Tips for operating the audio/visual system
Basic information before use
Basic operation
Unit settings
SUBARU STARLINK
AM/FM radio
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
aha™ by HARMAN
Pandora®
CD
USB memory
iPod
Bluetooth audio
AUX
Steering switches for audio
Bluetooth® settings
Regulatory information
Registering/connecting Bluetooth® device
Setting Bluetooth details
Hands-free phone system
Control screen
Registering/connecting a Bluetooth phone
Using the phone switch/microphone
How to change the hands-free phone system
Making a call
Receiving a call
Talking on the phone
Phone settings
Voice command system
Using the voice command system
Voice command system operation
Command list
What to do if...
Troubleshooting
Appendix
Certification
Certification for the Hands-free system
Certification for Mexico models
Interior equipment
Interior lights
Dome light
Cargo area light
Map lights
OFF delay timer
Sun visors
Sun visor extension plate
Vanity mirror
Vanity mirror with light
Storage compartment
Glove box
Center console
Overhead console
Cup holders
Front passengerâs cup holder
Rear passengerâs cup holder
Bottle holders
Accessory power outlets
Use with a cigarette lighter
Ashtray
Floor mat
Shopping bag hook
Convenient hook
Cargo area cover
Using the cover
To install the front cover
To remove the front cover
To remove the cover housing
Stowage of the cargo area cover
To install the cover housing
Cargo tie-down hooks
Under-floor storage compartment
Rear view camera
How to use the rear view camera
Viewing range on the screen
Help line
Starting and operating
Fuel
Fuel requirements
Fuel filler lid and cap
State emission testing (U.S. only)
Preparing to drive
Starting and stopping the engine (models without push-button start system)
Starting engine
Stopping the engine
Starting and stopping engine (models with push-button start system)
Safety precautions
Operating range for push-button start system
Starting engine
Stopping engine
When access key does not operate properly
Remote engine start system (dealer option)
Models with “keyless access with push-button start system”
Models without “keyless access with push-button start system”
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 (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”)
Remote transmitter program (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”)
System maintenance
Manual transmission
Shifting speeds
Driving tips
Continuously variable transmission
Select lever
Selection of manual mode
Selection of “L”
Shift lock function
Driving tips
SI-DRIVE
Intelligent (I) mode
Sport (S) mode
Sport Sharp (S#) mode
SI-DRIVE switches
Power steering
Braking
Braking tips
Brake system
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
ABS self-check
ABS warning light
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system
Steps to take if EBD system malfunctions
Vehicle Dynamics Control system
Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch
X-mode
To activate/deactivate the X-mode
Hill descent control function
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. models)
Parking your vehicle
Parking brake
Parking tips
Hill start assist system
To activate/deactivate the Hill start assist system
Hill start assist warning light/Hill start assist OFF indicator light
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
BSD/RCTA
System features
System operation
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light/warning buzzer
BSD/RCTA warning indicator
BSD/RCTA OFF switch
Certification for the BSD/RCTA
Handling of radar sensors
Reverse Automatic Braking System
Reverse Automatic Braking System overview
Operating conditions
Reverse Automatic Braking System operation
Canceling the Reverse Automatic Braking system operation
Reverse Automatic Braking system ON/OFF setting
RAB warning indicator
Handling of the sonar sensors
Driving tips
New vehicle break-in driving â the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)
Fuel economy hints
Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)
Catalytic converter
Periodic inspections
Driving in foreign countries
Driving tips for AWD models
On-road and off-road driving
Winter driving
Operation during cold weather
Driving on snowy and icy roads
Corrosion protection
Snow tires
Tire chains
Rocking the vehicle
Loading your vehicle
Vehicle capacity weight
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
Roof rack
Roof molding and crossbar
Trailer hitch (dealer option)
Connecting a trailer
If not towing a trailer
Trailer towing
Warranties and maintenance
Maximum load limits
Trailer hitches
Connecting a trailer
Trailer towing tips
In case of emergency
If you park your vehicle in case of an emergency
Temporary spare tire
Maintenance tools
Screwdriver and wheel nut wrench
Under the rear floor
Flat tires
Changing a flat tire
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. models)
Jump starting
How to jump start
Engine overheating
If steam is coming from the engine compartment
If no steam is coming from the engine compartment
Towing
Towing and tie-down hooks
Using a flat-bed truck
Towing with all wheels on the ground
Access key â if access key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking
Switching power status
Starting engine
Rear gate â if the rear gate cannot be opened
Power rear gate - if power rear gate does not operate properly
When the power rear gate is deactivated
When the rear gate cannot be unlocked
When the rear gate cannot be closed
If your vehicle is involved in an accident
Appearance care
Exterior care
Washing
Waxing and polishing
Cleaning aluminum wheels
Corrosion protection
Most common causes of corrosion
To help prevent corrosion
Cleaning the interior
Seat fabric
Leather seat materials
Synthetic leather upholstery
Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, and switches
Monitor
Maintenance and service
Maintenance schedule
Maintenance precautions
Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment
When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running
Maintenance tips
Removing and reinstalling clips
Engine hood
Engine compartment overview
Non-turbo models
Turbo models
Engine oil
Engine oil consumption
Checking the oil level
Changing the oil and oil filter
Recommended grade and viscosity
Synthetic oil
Cooling system
Cooling fan, hose and connections
Engine coolant
Air cleaner element
Replacing the air cleaner element
Spark plugs
Recommended spark plugs
Drive belts
Manual transmission oil
Recommended grade and viscosity
Continuously variable transmission fluid
Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and rear differential gear oil
Recommended grade and viscosity
Brake fluid
Checking the fluid level
Recommended brake fluid
Clutch fluid (MT models)
Checking the fluid level
Recommended clutch fluid
Brake booster
Brake pedal
Checking the brake pedal free play
Checking the brake pedal reserve distance
Clutch pedal (MT models)
Checking the clutch function
Checking the clutch pedal free play
Hill start assist system
Replacement of brake pad and lining
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings
Parking brake stroke
Tires and wheels
Types of tires
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
Tire inspection
Tire pressures and wear
Wheel balance
Wear indicators
Tire rotation direction mark
Tire rotation
Tire replacement
Wheel replacement
Aluminum wheels
Windshield washer fluid
Replacement of wiper blades
Windshield wiper blade assembly
Windshield wiper blade rubber
Rear window wiper blade assembly
Rear window wiper blade rubber
Battery
Fuses
Installation of accessories
Replacing bulbs
Headlights (models with LED headlights)
Headlights (models with halogen headlights)
Front turn signal light, front side marker light and parking light
Front fog light
Rear combination lights
License plate light
Other bulbs
Replacing key battery
Replacing battery of access key
Replacing transmitter battery
Specifications
Specifications
Dimensions
Engine
Fuel
Engine oil
Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil
Fluids
Engine coolant
Electrical system
Tires
Temporary spare tires
Brake disc
Fuses and circuits
Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment
Fuse panel located in the engine compartment
Bulb chart
Vehicle identification
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
For U.S.A.
Tire information
Tire labeling
Recommended tire inflation pressure
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire care â maintenance and safety practices
Vehicle load limit â how to determine
Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities
Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
Uniform tire quality grading standards
Treadwear
Traction AA, A, B, C
Temperature A, B, C
Reporting safety defects (U.S.A.)
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Updated: 2023-06-15
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Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
30
Front seats
31
Manual seat
33
Power seat (driverâs seat — if equipped)
34
Head restraint adjustment
37
Seat heater
38
Front seat heater
38
Rear seat heater
39
Rear seats
40
Armrest
40
Head restraint adjustment
41
Folding down the rear seatback
42
Reclining the seatback
44
Seatbelts
45
Seatbelt safety tips
45
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
46
Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR)
46
Seatbelt warning light and chime
47
Fastening the seatbelt
47
Seatbelt maintenance
53
Front seatbelt pretensioners
54
Seatbelt with shoulder belt pretensioner
54
Seatbelt with shoulder belt and lap belt pretensioners
55
System monitors
57
System servicing
57
Precautions against vehicle modification
58
Child restraint systems
58
Where to place a child restraint system
59
Choosing a child restraint system
61
Installing child restraint systems with ALR/ELR seatbelt
61
Installing a booster seat
65
Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages (LATCH)
66
Top tether anchorages
69
*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)
71
General precautions regarding SRS airbag system
71
Components
78
SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system
80
SRS side airbag and SRS curtain airbag
90
SRS airbag system monitors
98
SRS airbag system servicing
100
Precautions against vehicle modification
101
Keys and doors
102
Keys
104
Key number plate
104
Immobilizer
104
Security indicator light
105
Key replacement
105
Certification for immobilizer system
105
Door locks
106
Locking and unlocking from the outside
106
Locking and unlocking from the inside
108
Battery drainage prevention function
108
Power door locking switches
109
Key lock-in prevention function
110
Keyless access with push-button start system
110
Safety precautions
111
Locking and unlocking with “keyless access” entry function
114
Selecting audible signal operation
117
Warning chimes and warning light
117
Disabling keyless access function
118
When access key does not operate properly
119
Replacing battery of access key
119
Replacing access key
119
Certification for keyless access with push-button start system
120
PIN Code Access (models with “keyless access with push-button start system”)
120
Registering a PIN code
121
Unlocking
122
Remote keyless entry system
122
Locking the doors
124
Unlocking the doors
124
Vehicle finder function
124
Sounding a panic alarm
125
Selecting audible signal operation (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”)
125
Replacing the battery
125
Replacing lost transmitters
125
Alarm system
126
System operation
126
Activating and deactivating the alarm system
126
If you have accidentally triggered the alarm system
127
Arming the system
127
Disarming the system
130
Valet mode
130
Passive arming (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”)
131
Tripped sensor identification
132
Shock sensors (dealer option)
132
Child safety locks
133
Windows
133
Power window operation by driver
134
Power window operation by passengers
137
Initialization of power window
139
Rear gate
139
Manual rear gate
139
Power rear gate
140
Moonroof
146
Moonroof switch
147
Anti-entrapment function
147
Sun shade
148
Instruments and controls
150
Ignition switch (models without push-button start system)
153
LOCK
153
ACC
154
ON
154
START
154
Key reminder chime
154
Ignition switch light
155
Push-button ignition switch (models with push-button start system)
155
Safety precautions
155
Operating range for push-button start system
155
Switching power status
156
When access key does not operate properly
157
Hazard warning flasher
157
Meters and gauges
158
Combination meter illumination
158
Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle movement upon turning on the ignition switch
158
Speedometer
159
Odometer
159
Double trip meter
159
Tachometer
160
Fuel gauge
161
ECO gauge
161
Warning and indicator lights
162
Seatbelt warning light and chime
163
SRS airbag system warning light
164
Front passengerâs frontal airbag ON and OFF indicators
165
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator light
165
Coolant temperature low indicator light/Coolant temperature high warning light
166
Charge warning light
167
Oil pressure warning light
167
Engine low oil level warning light
167
Windshield washer fluid warning light
168
AT OIL TEMP warning light (CVT models)
168
Low tire pressure warning light (U.S.-spec. models)
168
ABS warning light
170
Brake system warning light
170
Low fuel warning light
171
Hill start assist warning light/Hill start assist OFF indicator light
172
Door open warning light
172
All-Wheel Drive warning light (CVT models)
172
Power steering warning light
172
Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light
173
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light
174
Warning chimes and warning light of the keyless access with push-button start system
174
Security indicator light
179
SI-DRIVE indicator light
180
Select lever/gear position indicator (CVT models)
180
Turn signal indicator lights
181
High beam indicator light
181
High beam assist indicator light
181
Cruise control indicator light
181
Cruise control set indicator light
181
Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light
181
Steering Responsive Headlight warning light/Steering Responsive Headlight OFF indicator light
182
Front fog light indicator light
182
Headlight indicator light
182
X-mode indicator light
182
Hill descent control indicator light
182
Steering responsive fog lights warning indicator/Steering responsive fog lights OFF indicator
182
BSD/RCTA warning indicator
182
BSD/RCTA OFF indicator
183
RAB warning light
183
RAB OFF indicator light
183
Information display (Mexico-spec. models)
183
Outside temperature indicator
183
Driving information display
184
Clock
187
Multi information display (models with type B combination meter)
188
Basic operation
189
Welcome screen and Good-bye screen
189
Warning screen
190
Basic screens
190
Menu screens
191
Multi function display
193
Basic operation
194
Welcome screen
194
Ending screen
195
Self-check screen
195
Interruption screen
197
Basic screens
197
Selection screen
205
Date and time settings
208
Image quality and volume settings
215
Screen settings
217
Maintenance settings
225
Driving history registration
228
Car settings
229
Initialize
239
Light control switch
242
Headlights
242
High/low beam change (dimmer)
244
Headlight flasher
247
Daytime running light system
247
Steering Responsive Headlight (SRH)
248
SRH OFF switch
248
Turn signal lever
249
One-touch lane changer
250
Illumination brightness control
250
Headlight beam leveler
251
Automatic headlight beam leveler (models with LED headlights)
251
Fog light switch
251
Steering responsive fog lights system
252
Wiper and washer
253
Windshield wiper and washer switches
254
Rear window wiper and washer switch
255
Mirrors
256
Inside mirror
256
Auto-dimming mirror/compass
257
Auto-dimming mirror/compass with HomeLink⊂®&/sub;
258
Outside mirrors
264
Defogger and deicer
265
Tilt/telescopic steering wheel
267
Horn
267
Heated Steering Wheel system
268
Climate control
270
Ventilator control
271
Center and side ventilators
271
Climate control panel
272
Type A
272
Type B
273
Type C
274
Type D
275
Automatic climate control operation (type B, C and D)
276
Type B
276
Type C and D
276
Sensors
277
Manual climate control operation
277
Airflow mode selection
277
Temperature control
278
Fan speed control
279
Air conditioner control
279
Air inlet selection
279
Defrosting
280
Type A and B
280
Type C
280
Type D
280
Operating tips for heater and air conditioner
281
Cleaning ventilation grille
281
Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight
281
Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit
281
Checking air conditioning system before summer season
281
Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather conditions
281
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded
281
Refrigerant for your climate control system
281
Air filtration system
282
Replacing an air filter
282
Audio
286
Antenna
287
Roof antenna
287
Roof antenna (for Shark fin type)
287
Audio set
288
Base display audio set
289
STARLINK™ 7.0 Multimedia Plus audio set (U.S. spec. models only, if equipped)
291
Tips for operating the audio/visual system
292
Basic information before use
300
Basic operation
303
Unit settings
304
SUBARU STARLINK
311
AM/FM radio
313
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
322
aha™ by HARMAN
329
Pandora®
335
CD
338
USB memory
340
iPod
341
Bluetooth audio
343
AUX
346
Steering switches for audio
348
Bluetooth® settings
351
Regulatory information
351
Registering/connecting Bluetooth® device
351
Setting Bluetooth details
354
Hands-free phone system
356
Control screen
357
Registering/connecting a Bluetooth phone
358
Using the phone switch/microphone
358
How to change the hands-free phone system
358
Making a call
359
Receiving a call
362
Talking on the phone
363
Phone settings
364
Voice command system
366
Using the voice command system
367
Voice command system operation
368
Command list
370
What to do if...
374
Troubleshooting
374
Appendix
378
Certification
378
Certification for the Hands-free system
378
Certification for Mexico models
379
Interior equipment
380
Interior lights
381
Dome light
381
Cargo area light
381
Map lights
382
OFF delay timer
382
Sun visors
383
Sun visor extension plate
383
Vanity mirror
384
Vanity mirror with light
384
Storage compartment
385
Glove box
385
Center console
385
Overhead console
386
Cup holders
386
Front passengerâs cup holder
386
Rear passengerâs cup holder
387
Bottle holders
388
Accessory power outlets
388
Use with a cigarette lighter
390
Ashtray
390
Floor mat
391
Shopping bag hook
392
Convenient hook
392
Cargo area cover
393
Using the cover
393
To install the front cover
393
To remove the front cover
393
To remove the cover housing
394
Stowage of the cargo area cover
394
To install the cover housing
395
Cargo tie-down hooks
395
Under-floor storage compartment
396
Rear view camera
396
How to use the rear view camera
397
Viewing range on the screen
398
Help line
399
Starting and operating
402
Fuel
404
Fuel requirements
404
Fuel filler lid and cap
406
State emission testing (U.S. only)
408
Preparing to drive
409
Starting and stopping the engine (models without push-button start system)
410
Starting engine
410
Stopping the engine
412
Starting and stopping engine (models with push-button start system)
413
Safety precautions
413
Operating range for push-button start system
413
Starting engine
413
Stopping engine
414
When access key does not operate properly
415
Remote engine start system (dealer option)
415
Models with “keyless access with push-button start system”
415
Models without “keyless access with push-button start system”
416
Entering the vehicle while it is running via remote start
420
Entering the vehicle following remote engine start shutdown
420
Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the vehicle
420
Service mode (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”)
420
Remote transmitter program (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”)
421
System maintenance
421
Manual transmission
423
Shifting speeds
424
Driving tips
425
Continuously variable transmission
425
Select lever
426
Selection of manual mode
428
Selection of “L”
430
Shift lock function
431
Driving tips
432
SI-DRIVE
433
Intelligent (I) mode
433
Sport (S) mode
433
Sport Sharp (S#) mode
434
SI-DRIVE switches
435
Power steering
435
Braking
436
Braking tips
436
Brake system
437
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators
437
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
438
ABS self-check
438
ABS warning light
438
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system
439
Steps to take if EBD system malfunctions
439
Vehicle Dynamics Control system
440
Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor
442
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch
442
X-mode
443
To activate/deactivate the X-mode
444
Hill descent control function
445
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. models)
447
Parking your vehicle
448
Parking brake
448
Parking tips
449
Hill start assist system
450
To activate/deactivate the Hill start assist system
451
Hill start assist warning light/Hill start assist OFF indicator light
453
Cruise control
454
To set cruise control
454
To temporarily cancel the cruise control
456
To turn off the cruise control
456
To change the cruising speed
456
Cruise control indicator light
458
Cruise control set indicator light
458
BSD/RCTA
459
System features
459
System operation
461
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light/warning buzzer
462
BSD/RCTA warning indicator
464
BSD/RCTA OFF switch
465
Certification for the BSD/RCTA
466
Handling of radar sensors
466
Reverse Automatic Braking System
467
Reverse Automatic Braking System overview
468
Operating conditions
468
Reverse Automatic Braking System operation
470
Canceling the Reverse Automatic Braking system operation
473
Reverse Automatic Braking system ON/OFF setting
474
RAB warning indicator
474
Handling of the sonar sensors
474
Driving tips
476
New vehicle break-in driving â the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)
477
Fuel economy hints
477
Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)
477
Catalytic converter
478
Periodic inspections
479
Driving in foreign countries
479
Driving tips for AWD models
480
On-road and off-road driving
481
Winter driving
483
Operation during cold weather
483
Driving on snowy and icy roads
485
Corrosion protection
486
Snow tires
486
Tire chains
486
Rocking the vehicle
487
Loading your vehicle
487
Vehicle capacity weight
488
GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
489
Roof rack
489
Roof molding and crossbar
490
Trailer hitch (dealer option)
491
Connecting a trailer
492
If not towing a trailer
493
Trailer towing
494
Warranties and maintenance
494
Maximum load limits
494
Trailer hitches
497
Connecting a trailer
497
Trailer towing tips
498
In case of emergency
502
If you park your vehicle in case of an emergency
503
Temporary spare tire
503
Maintenance tools
504
Screwdriver and wheel nut wrench
505
Under the rear floor
505
Flat tires
506
Changing a flat tire
506
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. models)
509
Jump starting
510
How to jump start
511
Engine overheating
513
If steam is coming from the engine compartment
513
If no steam is coming from the engine compartment
513
Towing
514
Towing and tie-down hooks
514
Using a flat-bed truck
516
Towing with all wheels on the ground
517
Access key â if access key does not operate properly
518
Locking and unlocking
518
Switching power status
518
Starting engine
519
Rear gate â if the rear gate cannot be opened
519
Power rear gate - if power rear gate does not operate properly
520
When the power rear gate is deactivated
520
When the rear gate cannot be unlocked
521
When the rear gate cannot be closed
521
If your vehicle is involved in an accident
522
Appearance care
524
Exterior care
525
Washing
525
Waxing and polishing
526
Cleaning aluminum wheels
526
Corrosion protection
527
Most common causes of corrosion
527
To help prevent corrosion
527
Cleaning the interior
528
Seat fabric
528
Leather seat materials
528
Synthetic leather upholstery
529
Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument panel, console panel, and switches
529
Monitor
529
Maintenance and service
530
Maintenance schedule
532
Maintenance precautions
532
Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment
533
When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running
534
Maintenance tips
534
Removing and reinstalling clips
534
Engine hood
536
Engine compartment overview
537
Non-turbo models
537
Turbo models
538
Engine oil
539
Engine oil consumption
539
Checking the oil level
539
Changing the oil and oil filter
540
Recommended grade and viscosity
540
Synthetic oil
541
Cooling system
541
Cooling fan, hose and connections
541
Engine coolant
542
Air cleaner element
543
Replacing the air cleaner element
543
Spark plugs
545
Recommended spark plugs
545
Drive belts
545
Manual transmission oil
546
Recommended grade and viscosity
546
Continuously variable transmission fluid
546
Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and rear differential gear oil
546
Recommended grade and viscosity
546
Brake fluid
547
Checking the fluid level
547
Recommended brake fluid
547
Clutch fluid (MT models)
548
Checking the fluid level
548
Recommended clutch fluid
548
Brake booster
549
Brake pedal
549
Checking the brake pedal free play
549
Checking the brake pedal reserve distance
549
Clutch pedal (MT models)
550
Checking the clutch function
550
Checking the clutch pedal free play
550
Hill start assist system
550
Replacement of brake pad and lining
551
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings
551
Parking brake stroke
552
Tires and wheels
552
Types of tires
552
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
552
Tire inspection
554
Tire pressures and wear
554
Wheel balance
556
Wear indicators
556
Tire rotation direction mark
557
Tire rotation
557
Tire replacement
558
Wheel replacement
559
Aluminum wheels
559
Windshield washer fluid
559
Replacement of wiper blades
561
Windshield wiper blade assembly
562
Windshield wiper blade rubber
562
Rear window wiper blade assembly
563
Rear window wiper blade rubber
564
Battery
565
Fuses
566
Installation of accessories
567
Replacing bulbs
568
Headlights (models with LED headlights)
568
Headlights (models with halogen headlights)
568
Front turn signal light, front side marker light and parking light
570
Front fog light
571
Rear combination lights
571
License plate light
573
Other bulbs
573
Replacing key battery
573
Replacing battery of access key
574
Replacing transmitter battery
575
Specifications
578
Specifications
579
Dimensions
579
Engine
580
Fuel
580
Engine oil
581
Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil
584
Fluids
586
Engine coolant
586
Electrical system
587
Tires
587
Temporary spare tires
587
Brake disc
588
Fuses and circuits
589
Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment
589
Fuse panel located in the engine compartment
591
Bulb chart
593
Vehicle identification
596
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
598
For U.S.A.
599
Tire information
599
Tire labeling
599
Recommended tire inflation pressure
601
Glossary of tire terminology
602
Tire care â maintenance and safety practices
607
Vehicle load limit â how to determine
607
Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities
610
Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires
611
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
611
Uniform tire quality grading standards
612
Treadwear
612
Traction AA, A, B, C
612
Temperature A, B, C
612
Reporting safety defects (U.S.A.)
613
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