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Foreword
How To Use This Owner's Manual
General Information
Safety Precautions When Driving
Seat, Seatbelt And SRS Airbags
Front Seats
Manual Seat (if Equipped)
Power Seat (if Equipped)
Head Restraint Adjustment
Seat Heater (if Equipped)
Front Seat Heater (if Equipped)
Rear Seat Heater (if Equipped)
Rear Seats
Reclining The Seatback (Outback)
Folding Down The Rear Seatback
Head Restraint Adjustment
Armrest
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
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 Seat Cushion Airbag, SRS Side Airbag And SRS Curtain Airbag
System Operation
SRS Airbag System Monitors
SRS Airbag System Servicing
Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
Keys And Doors
Keys
Key Number Plate
Immobilizer
Certification For Immobilizer System
Security Indicator Light
Key Replacement
Door Locks
Locking And Unlocking From The Outside
Locking And Unlocking From The Inside
Battery Drainage Prevention Function
Power Door Locking Switches
Key Lockin Prevention Function
Keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System (if Equipped)
Safety Precautions
Locking And Unlocking With “keyless Access” Entry Function
Selecting Audible Signal Operation
Selecting Hazard Warning Flasher Operation
Warning Chimes And Warning Indicator
Disabling Keyless Access Function
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
Replacing Battery Of Access Key
Replacing Access Key
Certification For Keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System
PIN Code Access (models With “keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System”)
Registering A PIN Code
Unlocking
Remote Keyless Entry System
Operating The Access Key
Operating The Transmitter
Replacing The Battery
Replacing Lost Transmitters
Certification For Remote Keyless Entry System
Alarm System
System Alarm Operation
Activating And Deactivating The Alarm System
If You Have Accidentally Triggered The Alarm System
Arming The System
Disarming The System
Valet Mode
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
Trunk Lid (Legacy)
To Open And Close The Trunk Lid From Outside
To Open The Trunk Lid From Inside
Internal Trunk Lid Release Handle
Rear Gate (Outback)
Manual Rear Gate (if Equipped)
Power Rear Gate (if Equipped)
Moonroof (if Equipped)
Moonroof Switches
Sun Shade
Instruments And Controls
Ignition Switch (models Without Pushbutton Start System)
LOCK
ACC
ON
START
Key Reminder Chime
Ignition Switch Light
Pushbutton Ignition Switch (models With Pushbutton Start System)
Safety Precautions
Operating Range For Pushbutton 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
Temperature Gauge
ECO Gauge
Warning And Indicator Lights
Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime
SRS Airbag System Warning Light
Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag ON And OFF Indicators
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Light
Charge Warning Light
Oil Pressure Warning Light
Engine Low Oil Level Warning Indicator
AT OIL TEMP Warning Light (CVT Models)
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light (U.S.spec.models)
ABS Warning Light
Brake System Warning Light
Electronic Parking Brake Indicator Light
Hill Holder Indicator Light
Low Fuel Warning Light
Door Open Indicator
Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Indicator
AllWheel 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 Indicator Of The Keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System (if Equipped)
Security Indicator Light
Select Lever/gear Position Indicator
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
High Beam Indicator Light
Cruise Control Indicator
Cruise Control Set Indicator
Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler Warning Light (models With HID Headlights)
Headlight Indicator Light
Front Fog Light Indicator Light (if Equipped)
Xmode Indicator (if Equipped)
Hill Descent Control Indicator (if Equipped)
Steering Responsive Fog Lights OFF Indicator (models With EyeSight System)
BSD/RCTA Warning Indicator (if Equipped)
BSD/RCTA OFF Indicator (if Equipped)
Icy Road Surface Warning
Information Display
Clock
Climate Control Mode Indicators
Outside Temperature Indicator
Multi Information Display
Basic Operation
Welcome Screen And Goodbye Screen
Warning Screen
Basic Screens
Telltale Screen
Menu Screens
Light Control Switch
Headlights
High/low Beam Change (dimmer)
Headlight Flasher
Daytime Running Light System
Headlight Beam Leveler (models With HID Headlights)
Turn Signal Lever
Onetouch Lane Changer
Illumination Brightness Control
Auto Dimmer Cancel Function
Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
Steering Responsive Fog Lights System (models With EyeSight System)
Wiper And Washer
Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch (Outback)
Defogger And Deicer
Mirrors
Inside Mirror (without Autodimming Function) (if Equipped)
Autodimming Mirror/compass With HomeLink (if Equipped)
Outside Mirrors
Tilt/telescopic Steering Wheel
Horn
Climate Control
Ventilator Control
Center Ventilators
Side Ventilators
Rear Ventilators (if Equipped)
Climate Control Panel
Type A
Type B
Automatic Climate Control System (type B)
Temperature Sensors
Manual Climate Control
Airflow Mode Selection
Temperature Control
Fan Speed Control
Air Conditioner Control
Air Inlet Selection
Defrosting
Operating Tips For Heater And Air Conditioner
Cleaning Ventilator 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 Condition
Air Conditioner Compressor Shutoff When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
Refrigerant For Your Climate Control System
Air Filtration System (if Equipped)
Replacing An Air Filter
Audio
Antenna
Printed Antenna
Roof Antenna (if Equipped)
Audio Set
Base Display Audio Set (if Equipped)
SUBARU STARLINK 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
STARLINK (if Equipped)
AM/FM Radio
SiriusXM Satellite Radio (if Equipped)
Aha By HARMAN
Pandora (if Equipped)
CD
USB Memory
IPod
Bluetooth Audio
AUX
Steering Switches For Audio
Bluetooth Settings
Regulatory Information
Registering/connecting Bluetooth Device
Setting Bluetooth Details
Handsfree Phone System
Control Screen
Registering/connecting A Bluetooth Phone
Using The Phone Switch/microphone
How To Change The Handsfree 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 Handsfree System
Certification For Mexico Models
Interior Equipment
Interior Light
Dome Light
Map Light
Cargo Area Light (Outback)
OFF Delay Timer
Sun Visors
Vanity Mirror With Light
Storage Compartment
Glove Box
Center Console
Overhead Console
Pocket
Cup Holder
Front Passenger's Cup Holder
Rear Passenger's Cup Holder
Bottle Holders
Accessory Power Outlets
Ashtray (if Equipped)
Coat Hook
Shopping Bag Hook
Legacy
Outback
Convenient Grip (Outback)
Floor Mat
Cargo Area Cover (Outbackif Equipped)
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 Take Out The Stowed Cover Housing
To Install The Cover Housing
Convenient Tiedown Hooks (Outback)
Underfloor 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 Pushbutton Ignition Switch)
Starting Engine
Stopping The Engine
Steering Lock (models Without “keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System”)
Starting And Stopping Engine (models With Pushbutton Start System)
Safety Precautions
Operating Range For Pushbutton Start System
Starting Engine
Stopping Engine
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
Steering Lock (models With “keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System”)
Remote Engine Start System (dealer Option)
Models With “keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System”
Models Without “keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System”
Entering The Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
Entering The Vehicle Following Remote Engine Start Shutdown
Preheating Or Precooling The Interior Of The Vehicle
Service Mode (models Without “keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System”)
Remote Transmitter Program (models Without “keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System”)
System Maintenance
Manual Transmission
Selecting Reverse Gear
Shifting Speeds
Driving Tips
Continuously Variable Transmission
Select Lever
Shift Lock Function
Selection Of Manual Mode
Driving Tips
Power Steering
Braking
Braking Tips
Brake System
Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
ABS (Antilock Brake System)
ABS Selfcheck
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
Xmode (Outback CVT Models)
To Activate/deactivate The Xmode
Hill Descent Control Function
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
Parking Your Vehicle
Electronic Parking Brake
Parking Tips
Hill Start Assist System (MT Models)
To Activate/deactivate The Hill Start Assist System
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
Cruise Control Set Indicator
BSD/RCTA (if Equipped)
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
Driving Tips
New Vehicle Breakin Driving – 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 Vehicles
Off Road Driving
Legacy
Outback
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 Rails With Integrated Crossbars (Outback)
Trailer Hitch (Outback — If Equipped)
Connecting A Trailer
If Not Towing A Trailer
Trailer Towing (Legacy)
Trailer Towing (Outback)
Warranties And Maintenance
Maximum Load Limits
Trailer Hitches
Connecting A Trailer
Trailer Towing Tips
In Case Of Emergency
If You Park Your Vehicle In An Emergency
Temporary Spare Tire
Maintenance Tools
Legacy
Outback
Flat Tires
Changing A Flat Tire
Storing A Flat Tire
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
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 Hooks And Tiedown Hooks/holes
Using A Flatbed Truck
Towing With All Wheels On The Ground
Electronic Parking Brakeif The Electronic Parking Brake Cannot Be Released
Access Keyif Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
Locking And Unlocking
Switching Power Status
Starting Engine
Trunk Lid (Legacy)if The Trunk Lid Cannot Be Opened
Rear Gate (Outback) – If The Rear Gate Cannot Be Opened
Power Rear Gateif Power Rear Gate Does Not Operate Properly
When The Power Rear Gate Is Deactivated
When The Rear Gate Cannot Be Opened
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, Switches, Combination Meter, And Other Plastic Surface
Monitor (if Equipped)
Maintenance And Service
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Precautions
Before Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment (2.5 L Models)
When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment While The Engine Is Running
Maintenance Tips
Removing And Reinstalling Clips
Engine Hood
Engine Compartment Overview
2.5 L Models
3.6 L 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
Replacement Of Brake Pad
Breakingin Of New Brake Pads
Tires And Wheels
Types Of Tires
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
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 (Outback)
Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber (Outback)
Battery
Fuses
Installation Of Accessories
Replacing Bulbs
HID Headlights (if Equipped)
Halogen Headlights
Front Turn Signal Light
Front Side Marker Light
Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
Rear Combination Lights
Backup Light
License Plate Light
Dome Light
Map Light
Door Step Light
Cargo Area Light (Outback)
Trunk Light (Legacy)
Other Bulbs
Replacing Battery
Replacing Battery Of Access Key
Replacing Battery Of Transmitter
Specifications
Specifications
Dimensions
Engine
Fuel
Engine Oil
Manual Transmission, Front Differential And Rear Differential Gear Oil
Fluids
Engine Coolant
Electrical System
Tires
Brake Disc
Fuses And Circuits
Fuse Panel Located In The Passenger Compartment
Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment
Bulb Chart
Safety Precautions
Bulb Chart
Vehicle Identification
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File type: PDF
File name: 20347801_2016-legacy-2-5i-limited.pdf
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File Language: English
Pages: 566
Author: Subaru
Published: 2020-12-08
Updated: 2023-06-18
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Foreword
1
How To Use This Owner's Manual
4
General Information
11
Safety Precautions When Driving
7
Seat, Seatbelt And SRS Airbags
30
Front Seats
31
Manual Seat (if Equipped)
33
Power Seat (if Equipped)
34
Head Restraint Adjustment
37
Seat Heater (if Equipped)
38
Front Seat Heater (if Equipped)
39
Rear Seat Heater (if Equipped)
39
Rear Seats
40
Reclining The Seatback (Outback)
40
Folding Down The Rear Seatback
41
Head Restraint Adjustment
43
Armrest
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
46
Fastening The Seatbelt
46
Seatbelt Maintenance
53
Front Seatbelt Pretensioners
53
System Monitors
55
System Servicing
55
Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
56
Child Restraint Systems
56
Where To Place A Child Restraint System
57
Choosing A Child Restraint System
59
Installing Child Restraint Systems With ALR/ELR Seatbelt
59
Installing A Booster Seat
63
Installation Of Child Restraint Systems By Use Of Lower And Tether Anchorages (LATCH)
64
Top Tether Anchorages
67
SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)
70
General Precautions Regarding SRS Airbag System
70
Components
77
SUBARU Advanced Frontal Airbag System, SRS Seat Cushion Airbag, SRS Side Airbag And SRS Curtain Airbag
80
System Operation
85
SRS Airbag System Monitors
97
SRS Airbag System Servicing
98
Precautions Against Vehicle Modification
99
Keys And Doors
102
Keys
104
Key Number Plate
104
Immobilizer
105
Certification For Immobilizer System
105
Security Indicator Light
106
Key Replacement
106
Door Locks
107
Locking And Unlocking From The Outside
107
Locking And Unlocking From The Inside
108
Battery Drainage Prevention Function
109
Power Door Locking Switches
110
Key Lockin Prevention Function
110
Keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System (if Equipped)
111
Safety Precautions
111
Locking And Unlocking With “keyless Access” Entry Function
114
Selecting Audible Signal Operation
119
Selecting Hazard Warning Flasher Operation
119
Warning Chimes And Warning Indicator
119
Disabling Keyless Access Function
119
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
121
Replacing Battery Of Access Key
121
Replacing Access Key
121
Certification For Keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System
121
PIN Code Access (models With “keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System”)
122
Registering A PIN Code
123
Unlocking
124
Remote Keyless Entry System
124
Operating The Access Key
125
Operating The Transmitter
126
Replacing The Battery
127
Replacing Lost Transmitters
128
Certification For Remote Keyless Entry System
128
Alarm System
129
System Alarm Operation
129
Activating And Deactivating The Alarm System
129
If You Have Accidentally Triggered The Alarm System
130
Arming The System
130
Disarming The System
133
Valet Mode
133
Tripped Sensor Identification
133
Shock Sensors (dealer Option)
133
Child Safety Locks
134
Windows
134
Power Window Operation By Driver
135
Power Window Operation By Passengers
137
Initialization Of Power Window
138
Trunk Lid (Legacy)
139
To Open And Close The Trunk Lid From Outside
139
To Open The Trunk Lid From Inside
139
Internal Trunk Lid Release Handle
140
Rear Gate (Outback)
141
Manual Rear Gate (if Equipped)
141
Power Rear Gate (if Equipped)
142
Moonroof (if Equipped)
149
Moonroof Switches
150
Sun Shade
151
Instruments And Controls
152
Ignition Switch (models Without Pushbutton Start System)
154
LOCK
154
ACC
155
ON
155
START
155
Key Reminder Chime
155
Ignition Switch Light
155
Pushbutton Ignition Switch (models With Pushbutton Start System)
156
Safety Precautions
156
Operating Range For Pushbutton Start System
156
Switching Power Status
157
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
158
Hazard Warning Flasher
158
Meters And Gauges
158
Combination Meter Illumination
158
Canceling The Function For Meter/gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning On The Ignition Switch
159
Speedometer
159
Odometer
159
Double Trip Meter
160
Tachometer
160
Fuel Gauge
161
Temperature Gauge
162
ECO Gauge
162
Warning And Indicator Lights
163
Seatbelt Warning Light And Chime
163
SRS Airbag System Warning Light
165
Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag ON And OFF Indicators
165
CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Light
166
Charge Warning Light
166
Oil Pressure Warning Light
166
Engine Low Oil Level Warning Indicator
167
AT OIL TEMP Warning Light (CVT Models)
167
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light (U.S.spec.models)
167
ABS Warning Light
169
Brake System Warning Light
169
Electronic Parking Brake Indicator Light
171
Hill Holder Indicator Light
172
Low Fuel Warning Light
172
Door Open Indicator
173
Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Indicator
173
AllWheel Drive Warning Light (CVT Models)
173
Power Steering Warning Light
173
Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
174
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF Indicator Light
175
Warning Chimes And Warning Indicator Of The Keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System (if Equipped)
175
Security Indicator Light
180
Select Lever/gear Position Indicator
181
Turn Signal Indicator Lights
181
High Beam Indicator Light
181
Cruise Control Indicator
181
Cruise Control Set Indicator
181
Automatic Headlight Beam Leveler Warning Light (models With HID Headlights)
181
Headlight Indicator Light
182
Front Fog Light Indicator Light (if Equipped)
182
Xmode Indicator (if Equipped)
182
Hill Descent Control Indicator (if Equipped)
182
Steering Responsive Fog Lights OFF Indicator (models With EyeSight System)
182
BSD/RCTA Warning Indicator (if Equipped)
182
BSD/RCTA OFF Indicator (if Equipped)
182
Icy Road Surface Warning
182
Information Display
183
Clock
183
Climate Control Mode Indicators
184
Outside Temperature Indicator
185
Multi Information Display
185
Basic Operation
186
Welcome Screen And Goodbye Screen
186
Warning Screen
187
Basic Screens
187
Telltale Screen
189
Menu Screens
190
Light Control Switch
195
Headlights
196
High/low Beam Change (dimmer)
198
Headlight Flasher
198
Daytime Running Light System
198
Headlight Beam Leveler (models With HID Headlights)
199
Turn Signal Lever
199
Onetouch Lane Changer
200
Illumination Brightness Control
200
Auto Dimmer Cancel Function
200
Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
201
Steering Responsive Fog Lights System (models With EyeSight System)
201
Wiper And Washer
202
Windshield Wiper And Washer Switches
204
Rear Window Wiper And Washer Switch (Outback)
205
Defogger And Deicer
206
Mirrors
208
Inside Mirror (without Autodimming Function) (if Equipped)
208
Autodimming Mirror/compass With HomeLink (if Equipped)
208
Outside Mirrors
214
Tilt/telescopic Steering Wheel
215
Horn
215
Climate Control
216
Ventilator Control
217
Center Ventilators
217
Side Ventilators
217
Rear Ventilators (if Equipped)
217
Climate Control Panel
218
Type A
218
Type B
219
Automatic Climate Control System (type B)
220
Temperature Sensors
220
Manual Climate Control
221
Airflow Mode Selection
221
Temperature Control
222
Fan Speed Control
223
Air Conditioner Control
223
Air Inlet Selection
223
Defrosting
224
Operating Tips For Heater And Air Conditioner
224
Cleaning Ventilator Grille
224
Efficient Cooling After Parking In Direct Sunlight
224
Lubrication Oil Circulation In The Refrigerant Circuit
225
Checking Air Conditioning System Before Summer Season
225
Cooling And Dehumidifying In High Humidity And Low Temperature Weather Condition
225
Air Conditioner Compressor Shutoff When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
225
Refrigerant For Your Climate Control System
225
Air Filtration System (if Equipped)
225
Replacing An Air Filter
226
Audio
228
Antenna
229
Printed Antenna
229
Roof Antenna (if Equipped)
229
Audio Set
229
Base Display Audio Set (if Equipped)
231
SUBARU STARLINK Multimedia Plus Audio Set (U.S.spec.models Only, If Equipped)
233
Tips For Operating The Audio/visual System
234
Basic Information Before Use
242
Basic Operation
245
Unit Settings
246
STARLINK (if Equipped)
253
AM/FM Radio
255
SiriusXM Satellite Radio (if Equipped)
264
Aha By HARMAN
271
Pandora (if Equipped)
277
CD
280
USB Memory
282
IPod
283
Bluetooth Audio
285
AUX
288
Steering Switches For Audio
290
Bluetooth Settings
293
Regulatory Information
293
Registering/connecting Bluetooth Device
293
Setting Bluetooth Details
296
Handsfree Phone System
298
Control Screen
299
Registering/connecting A Bluetooth Phone
300
Using The Phone Switch/microphone
300
How To Change The Handsfree Phone System
300
Making A Call
300
Receiving A Call
304
Talking On The Phone
305
Phone Settings
306
Voice Command System
308
Using The Voice Command System
308
Voice Command System Operation
309
Command List
311
What To Do If
315
Troubleshooting
315
Appendix
319
Certification
319
Certification For The Handsfree System
319
Certification For Mexico Models
320
Interior Equipment
322
Interior Light
323
Dome Light
323
Map Light
323
Cargo Area Light (Outback)
324
OFF Delay Timer
325
Sun Visors
325
Vanity Mirror With Light
326
Storage Compartment
327
Glove Box
327
Center Console
327
Overhead Console
328
Pocket
328
Cup Holder
329
Front Passenger's Cup Holder
329
Rear Passenger's Cup Holder
330
Bottle Holders
330
Accessory Power Outlets
331
Ashtray (if Equipped)
333
Coat Hook
334
Shopping Bag Hook
335
Legacy
335
Outback
335
Convenient Grip (Outback)
335
Floor Mat
336
Cargo Area Cover (Outbackif Equipped)
337
Using The Cover
337
To Install The Front Cover
338
To Remove The Front Cover
338
To Remove The Cover Housing
338
Stowage Of The Cargo Area Cover
339
To Take Out The Stowed Cover Housing
340
To Install The Cover Housing
340
Convenient Tiedown Hooks (Outback)
340
Underfloor Storage Compartment
341
Rear View Camera
342
How To Use The Rear View Camera
343
Viewing Range On The Screen
344
Help Line
345
Starting And Operating
348
Fuel
350
Fuel Requirements
350
Fuel Filler Lid And Cap
351
State Emission Testing (U.S.only)
354
Preparing To Drive
355
Starting And Stopping The Engine (models Without Pushbutton Ignition Switch)
356
Starting Engine
356
Stopping The Engine
358
Steering Lock (models Without “keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System”)
358
Starting And Stopping Engine (models With Pushbutton Start System)
359
Safety Precautions
359
Operating Range For Pushbutton Start System
359
Starting Engine
359
Stopping Engine
361
When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
361
Steering Lock (models With “keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System”)
362
Remote Engine Start System (dealer Option)
362
Models With “keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System”
363
Models Without “keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System”
364
Entering The Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
367
Entering The Vehicle Following Remote Engine Start Shutdown
367
Preheating Or Precooling The Interior Of The Vehicle
367
Service Mode (models Without “keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System”)
367
Remote Transmitter Program (models Without “keyless Access With Pushbutton Start System”)
367
System Maintenance
368
Manual Transmission
370
Selecting Reverse Gear
370
Shifting Speeds
370
Driving Tips
371
Continuously Variable Transmission
372
Select Lever
373
Shift Lock Function
374
Selection Of Manual Mode
376
Driving Tips
377
Power Steering
378
Braking
379
Braking Tips
379
Brake System
379
Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
380
ABS (Antilock Brake System)
380
ABS Selfcheck
380
ABS Warning Light
380
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
381
Steps To Take If EBD System Malfunctions
381
Vehicle Dynamics Control System
382
Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
383
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF Switch
384
Xmode (Outback CVT Models)
385
To Activate/deactivate The Xmode
386
Hill Descent Control Function
386
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
387
Parking Your Vehicle
389
Electronic Parking Brake
389
Parking Tips
394
Hill Start Assist System (MT Models)
395
To Activate/deactivate The Hill Start Assist System
396
Cruise Control
396
To Set Cruise Control
397
To Temporarily Cancel The Cruise Control
398
To Turn Off The Cruise Control
398
To Change The Cruising Speed
398
Cruise Control Indicator
400
Cruise Control Set Indicator
400
BSD/RCTA (if Equipped)
400
System Features
400
System Operation
402
BSD/RCTA Approach Indicator Light/warning Buzzer
403
BSD/RCTA Warning Indicator
405
BSD/RCTA OFF Switch
406
Certification For The BSD/RCTA
407
Handling Of Radar Sensors
407
Driving Tips
410
New Vehicle Breakin Driving – The First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
411
Fuel Economy Hints
411
Engine Exhaust Gas (carbon Monoxide)
411
Catalytic Converter
412
Periodic Inspections
413
Driving In Foreign Countries
413
Driving Tips For AWD Vehicles
414
Off Road Driving
415
Legacy
415
Outback
415
Winter Driving
417
Operation During Cold Weather
417
Driving On Snowy And Icy Roads
419
Corrosion Protection
420
Snow Tires
420
Tire Chains
421
Rocking The Vehicle
421
Loading Your Vehicle
421
Vehicle Capacity Weight
422
GVWR And GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating And Gross Axle Weight Rating)
423
Roof Rails With Integrated Crossbars (Outback)
423
Trailer Hitch (Outback — If Equipped)
427
Connecting A Trailer
428
If Not Towing A Trailer
429
Trailer Towing (Legacy)
430
Trailer Towing (Outback)
430
Warranties And Maintenance
430
Maximum Load Limits
430
Trailer Hitches
434
Connecting A Trailer
434
Trailer Towing Tips
435
In Case Of Emergency
438
If You Park Your Vehicle In An Emergency
439
Temporary Spare Tire
439
Maintenance Tools
440
Legacy
441
Outback
442
Flat Tires
442
Changing A Flat Tire
442
Storing A Flat Tire
445
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
447
Jump Starting
448
How To Jump Start
448
Engine Overheating
450
If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment
450
If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment
450
Towing
450
Towing Hooks And Tiedown Hooks/holes
451
Using A Flatbed Truck
453
Towing With All Wheels On The Ground
454
Electronic Parking Brakeif The Electronic Parking Brake Cannot Be Released
454
Access Keyif Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
455
Locking And Unlocking
455
Switching Power Status
455
Starting Engine
456
Trunk Lid (Legacy)if The Trunk Lid Cannot Be Opened
456
Rear Gate (Outback) – If The Rear Gate Cannot Be Opened
457
Power Rear Gateif Power Rear Gate Does Not Operate Properly
458
When The Power Rear Gate Is Deactivated
458
When The Rear Gate Cannot Be Opened
459
When The Rear Gate Cannot Be Closed
459
If Your Vehicle Is Involved In An Accident
459
Appearance Care
462
Exterior Care
463
Washing
463
Waxing And Polishing
464
Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
464
Corrosion Protection
465
Most Common Causes Of Corrosion
465
To Help Prevent Corrosion
465
Cleaning The Interior
466
Seat Fabric
466
Leather Seat Materials
466
Synthetic Leather Upholstery
466
Climate Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, Switches, Combination Meter, And Other Plastic Surface
467
Monitor (if Equipped)
467
Maintenance And Service
468
Maintenance Schedule
470
Maintenance Precautions
470
Before Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment
471
When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment (2.5 L Models)
472
When Checking Or Servicing In The Engine Compartment While The Engine Is Running
472
Maintenance Tips
472
Removing And Reinstalling Clips
472
Engine Hood
474
Engine Compartment Overview
476
2.5 L Models
476
3.6 L Models
477
Engine Oil
478
Engine Oil Consumption
478
Checking The Oil Level
478
Changing The Oil And Oil Filter
480
Recommended Grade And Viscosity
480
Synthetic Oil
480
Cooling System
481
Cooling Fan, Hose And Connections
481
Engine Coolant
481
Air Cleaner Element
482
Replacing The Air Cleaner Element
482
Spark Plugs
485
Recommended Spark Plugs
485
Drive Belts
485
Manual Transmission Oil
485
Recommended Grade And Viscosity
485
Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid
486
Front Differential Gear Oil (CVT Models) And Rear Differential Gear Oil
486
Recommended Grade And Viscosity
486
Brake Fluid
486
Checking The Fluid Level
486
Recommended Brake Fluid
488
Clutch Fluid (MT Models)
488
Checking The Fluid Level
488
Recommended Clutch Fluid
489
Brake Booster
489
Brake Pedal
489
Checking The Brake Pedal Free Play
489
Checking The Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
490
Clutch Pedal (MT Models)
490
Checking The Clutch Function
490
Checking The Clutch Pedal Free Play
490
Replacement Of Brake Pad
491
Breakingin Of New Brake Pads
491
Tires And Wheels
491
Types Of Tires
491
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
492
Tire Inspection
493
Tire Pressures And Wear
494
Wheel Balance
495
Wear Indicators
496
Tire Rotation Direction Mark
496
Tire Rotation
496
Tire Replacement
497
Wheel Replacement
498
Aluminum Wheels
498
Windshield Washer Fluid
499
Replacement Of Wiper Blades
500
Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
501
Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
501
Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly (Outback)
502
Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber (Outback)
503
Battery
504
Fuses
505
Installation Of Accessories
507
Replacing Bulbs
507
HID Headlights (if Equipped)
507
Halogen Headlights
507
Front Turn Signal Light
509
Front Side Marker Light
509
Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
509
Rear Combination Lights
510
Backup Light
512
License Plate Light
514
Dome Light
515
Map Light
515
Door Step Light
515
Cargo Area Light (Outback)
516
Trunk Light (Legacy)
516
Other Bulbs
516
Replacing Battery
516
Replacing Battery Of Access Key
517
Replacing Battery Of Transmitter
518
Specifications
520
Specifications
521
Dimensions
521
Engine
522
Fuel
522
Engine Oil
523
Manual Transmission, Front Differential And Rear Differential Gear Oil
526
Fluids
527
Engine Coolant
527
Electrical System
528
Tires
528
Brake Disc
528
Fuses And Circuits
529
Fuse Panel Located In The Passenger Compartment
529
Fuse Panel Located In The Engine Compartment
531
Bulb Chart
533
Safety Precautions
533
Bulb Chart
534
Vehicle Identification
537
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