Subaru Legacy 1998 User Manual

1998
OWNER’S
MANUAL

Wear Seat Belts at All Times for Your Own Safety.

Foreword

Congratulations on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. This Owner’s
Manual has all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU in
excellent condition and to properly maintain the emission control
system for minimizing emission pollutants. We urge you to read this
manual carefully so that you may understand your vehicle and its
operation. For information not found in this Owner’s Manual, such
as details concerning repairs or adjustments, please contact the
dealer from whom you purchased your SUBARU or the nearest
SUBARU dealer.

The information, specifications and illustrations found in this manu­al are those in effect at the time of printing. FUJI HEAVY INDUS­TRIES LTD. reserves the right to change specifications and designs
at any time without prior notice and without incurring any obligation
to make the same or similar changes on vehicles previously sold.
This Owner’s Manual applies to all models and covers all equip­ment, including factory installed options. Some explanations, there­fore may be for equipment not installed in your vehicle.

Please leave this manual in the vehicle at the time of resale. The
next owner will need the information found herein.

FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD., TOKYO, JAPAN

and are registered trademarks of FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES, LTD.

 copyright 1997 FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD.

How to use this owner’s manual

J Using your Owner’s manual

Before you operate your vehicle, carefully read this manual. To protect
yourself and extend the service life of your vehicle, follow the instructions
in this manual. Failure to observe these instructions may result in serious
injury and damage to your vehicle.

This manual is composed of thirteen chapters. Each chapter begins with
a brief table of contents, so you can usually tell at a glance if that chap­ter contains the information you want.

Chapter 1: Doors and Locks

This chapter informs you how to operate the keys, locks and windows.

Chapter 2: Seat, seat belt and SRS AIRBAG

This chapter informs you how to use the seat and seat belt and contains
precautions for the SRS AIRBAG.

Chapter 3: Instruments and controls

This chapter informs you about the operation of instrument panel indica­tors and how to use the instruments and other switches.

Chapter 4: Climate Control

This chapter informs you how to operate the climate control.

Chapter 5: Audio

This chapter informs you how to operate your audio system.

Chapter 6: Interior equipment

This chapter informs you how to operate interior equipment.

Chapter 7: Starting and operating

This chapter informs you how to start and operate your SUBARU.

Chapter 8: In case of emergency

This chapter informs you what to do if you have a problem while driving,
such as a flat tire or engine overheating.

Chapter 9: Appearance care

This chapter informs you how to keep your SUBARU looking good.

Chapter 10: Maintenance and service

This chapter informs you how to keep your SUBARU running properly.

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Chapter 11: Specifications

This chapter informs you about dimension and capacities of your
SUBARU.

Chapter 12: Consumer information and Reporting safety defects

This chapter informs you about Uniform tire quality grading standards
and Reporting safety defects.

Chapter 13: Index

This is an alphabetical listing of all that’s in this manual. You can use it to
quickly find something you want to read.

J Safety warnings

You will find a number of WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and NOTEs in this
manual.
These safety warnings alert you to potential hazards that could result in
injury to you or others.
Please read these safety warnings as well as all other portions of this
manual carefully in order to gain a better understanding of how to use
your SUBARU vehicle safely.

WARNING

A WARNING indicates a situation in which serious injury or death
could result if the warning is ignored.

CAUTION

A CAUTION indicates a situation in which injury or damage to
your vehicle, or both, could result if the caution is ignored.

NOTE

A NOTE gives information or suggestions how to make better use of your
vehicle.

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J Safety symbol

HS0008

You will find a circle with a slash through it in this manual. This symbol
means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”.

Safety precautions when driving

SEAT BELT AND SRS AIRBAG

WARNING

D All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seat belts BE­FORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of se­rious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or ac­cident.
D To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident, the
driver and all passengers in the vehicle should always wear seat
belts when the vehicle is moving. The SRS (Supplemental
Restraint System) AIRBAG does not do away with the need to
fasten seat belts. In combination with the seat belts, it offers the
best combined protection in case of a serious accident.
Not wearing a seat belt increases the chance of severe injury or
death in a crash even when the car has the SRS AIRBAG.
D The SRS AIRBAGs deploy with considerable speed and force.
Occupants who are out of proper position when the SRS AIRBAG
deploys could suffer very serious injuries. Because the SRS

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AIRBAG needs much space for deployment, the driver should al­ways sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steering
wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control and
the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possible
and sit upright and well back in the seat.

Be sure to carefully read the sections 3-point Type Seat Belts, 2-point
Type Seat Belts and SRS AIRBAG in chapter 2 of this owner’s manual for
instructions and precautions concerning the seat belt system and SRS
AIRBAG system.

CHILD SAFETY

WARNING

D Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms while the ve­hicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from in­jury in a collision, because the child will be caught between the
passenger and objects inside the vehicle.
D While riding in the vehicle, infants and small children should
always be placed in an infant or child restraint system in the
REAR seat which is appropriate for the child’s age, height and
weight. If a child is too big for a child restraint system, the child
should sit in the REAR seat and be restrained using the seat
belts. According to accident statistics, children are safer when
properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front
seating positions. Never allow a child to stand up or kneel on the
seat.
D Be sure to put children aged 12 and under in the REAR seat
properly restrained at all times in a child restraint device or in a
seat belt. The SRS AIRBAG deploys with considerable speed and
force and can injure or even kill children, especially if they are 12
years of age and under and are not restrained or improperly re­strained. Because children are lighter and weaker than adults,
their risk being injured from deployment is greater.
D NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE
FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO

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THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO
THE SRS AIRBAG.
D Always use the child safety locks whenever a child rides in the
rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally
opened the door and fell out. Refer to the Door Lock section in
chapter 1.
D Always lock the passenger’s windows using the lock switch
when children are riding in the vehicle. Failure to follow this pro­cedure could result in injury to a child operating the power win­dow. Refer to the Power Window section in chapter 1.
D Never leave unattended children in the vehicle. They could ac­cidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent opera­tion of the vehicle. Also, on hot or sunny days, temperature in a
closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause se­vere or possibly fatal injuries to them.

Be sure to carefully read the sections Child Restraint System, SRS AIR­BAG, 3-point Type Seat Belts and 2-point Type Seat Belts in chapter 2 of
this owner’s manual for instructions and precautions concerning the child
restraint system, seat belt system and SRS AIRBAG system.

ENGINE EXHAUST GAS (CARBON MONOXIDE)

WARNING

D Never inhale engine exhaust gas. Engine exhaust gas contains
carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is danger­ous, or even lethal, if inhaled.
D Always properly maintain the engine exhaust system to pre­vent engine exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.
D Never run the engine in a closed space, such as a garage, ex­cept for the brief time needed to drive the vehicle in or out of it.
D Avoid remaining in a parked vehicle for a lengthy time while
the engine is running. If that is unavoidable, then use the ventila­tion fan to force fresh air into the vehicle.
D Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free from snow,
leaves or other obstructions to ensure that the ventilation system
always works properly.

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D If at any time you suspect that exhaust fumes are entering the
vehicle, have the problem checked and corrected as soon as pos­sible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with all
windows fully open.
D Keep the trunk lid or rear gate closed while driving to prevent
exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.

DRINKING AND DRIVING

WARNING

Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Alcohol in the
bloodstream delays your reaction and impairs your perception,
judgment and attentiveness. If you drive after drinking – even if
you drink just a little – it will increase the risk of being involved in
a serious or fatal accident, injuring or killing yourself, your pas­sengers and others. In addition, if you are injured in the accident,
alcohol may increase the severity of that injury .
Please don’t drink and drive.

Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Since
alcohol affects all people differently, you may have consumed too much
alcohol to drive safely even if the level of alcohol in your blood is below
the legal limit. The safest thing you can do is never drink and drive. How­ever if you have no choice but to drive, stop drinking and sober up com­pletely before getting behind the wheel.

DRUGS AND DRIVING

WARNING

There are some drugs (over the counter and prescription) that
can delay your reaction time and impair your perception, judg­ment and attentiveness. If you drive after taking them, it may in­crease your, your passengers’ and other persons’ risk of being
involved in a serious or fatal accident.

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If you are taking any drugs, check with your doctor or pharmacist or read
the literature that accompanies the medication to determine if the drug
you are taking can impair your driving ability. Do not drive after taking
any medications that can make you drowsy or otherwise affect your abil­ity to safely operate a motor vehicle. If you have a medical condition that
requires you to take drugs, please consult with your doctor.

Never drive if you are under the influence of any illicit mind-altering
drugs. For your own health and well-being, we urge you not to take ille­gal drugs in the first place and to seek treatment if you are addicted to
those drugs.

DRIVING WHEN TIRED OR SLEEPY

WARNING

When you are tired or sleepy, your reaction will be delayed and
your perception, judgment and attentiveness will be impaired. If
you drive when tired or sleepy, your, your passengers’ and other
persons’ chances of being involved in a serious accident may in­crease.

Please do not continue to drive but instead find a safe place to rest if you
are tired or sleepy. On long trips, you should make periodic rest stops to
refresh yourself before continuing on your journey. When possible, you
should share the driving with others.

CAR PHONES AND DRIVING

CAUTION

A driver’s use of a car phone can be distracting and if special
care is not taken, can lead to an accident. If you use a car phone
while driving, make an extra effort to pay attention to the road
and to traffic at all times.

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MODIFICATION OF YOUR VEHICLE

CAUTION

Your vehicle should not be modified. Modification could affect its
performance, safety or durability, and may even violate govern­mental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems
resulting from modification may not be covered under warranties.

DRIVING WITH PETS

Unrestrained pets can interfere with your driving and distract your atten­tion from driving. In a collision or sudden stop, unrestrained pets or
cages can be thrown around inside the vehicle and hurt you or your pas­sengers. Besides, the pets can be hurt under these situations. It is also
for their own safety that pets should be properly restrained in your
vehicle. Restrain a pet with a special traveling harness which can be se­cured to the rear seat with a seat belt or use a pet carrier which can be
secured to the rear seat by routing a seat belt through the carrier’s han-
dle. Never restrain pets or pet carriers in the front passenger’s seat. For
further information, consult your veterinarian, local animal protection so­ciety or pet shop.

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR RIGHT HAND DRIVE LEGACY

RIGHT HAND DRIVE LEGACY AWD STATION WAGONS are designed
for use as postal delivery vehicles only. Since the average driver may not
be accustomed to operating a right hand drive car, we urge you to take
the time to acquaint yourself with the differences involved in operating
this kind of vehicle.

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Table of contents

Doors and locks

Seat, seatbelt and SRS AIRBAG

Instruments and controls

Climate control

Audio

Interior equipment

Starting and operating

In case of emergency

Appearance care

Maintenance and service

Specifications

Consumer information and Reporting safety defects

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Index

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A

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake system) 7-33

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ABS warning light 3-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Accesary power socket 6-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

AIRBAG 2-30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Precautions for vehicle modification 2-40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS AIRBAG system operation 2-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

System monitors 2-38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

System servicing 2-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vehicle with driver’s and front passenger’s

SRS AIRBAGs and lap/shoulder restraints 2-30

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AIRBAG warning light 3-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Air conditioner (Heating and air conditioning) 4-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Air conditioner (for right hand drive vehicles only) 4-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Air cleaner element (Replacement) 10-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

All wheel drive vehicles (Driving tips for AWD vehicles) 7-35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Aluminum wheels (If equipped) (Maintenance) 10-44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Aluminum wheels (If equipped) (Cleaning) 9-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

AM/FM stereo radio with cassette player (if equipped) 5-5, 5-18. . . . . . . . . . . .

RADIO OPERATION (for radio with weather band) 5-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

RADIO OPERATION (for radio without weather band) 5-10, 5-18. . . . . . . .

CASSETTE PLAYER OPERATION 5-14, 5-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CLOCK FUNCTION 5-16, 5-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

AM/FM/WB stereo radio with cassette player

and conpactdisc player (if equipped) 5-27

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RADIO OPERATION 5-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CASSETTE PLAYER OPERATION 5-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CONPACT DISC PLAYER OPERATION 5-38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CD CHANGER CONTROL 5-42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CLOCK FUNCTION 5-45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Antenna 5-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Anti-lock brake system 7-33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Anti-theft system 1-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ashtray (option) 6-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

AT OIL TEMPerature warning light 3-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic transmission 7-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Index

Driving tips 7-21

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Maximum speeds 7-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Selector lever 7-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Shift lock release 7-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic transmission fluid(Maintenance) 10-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

B

Back-up light (Rear combination lights, Bulb replacement) 10-55

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Battery (Maintenance) 10-32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brake (Tips for using brakes) 7-31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brake booster(Maintenance) 10-31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brake fluid(Maintenance) 10-29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brake system warning light 3-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brake pedal (Maintenance) 10-36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brake pad and lining(Maintenance) 10-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Break-in (New vehicle break-in driving) 7-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bulb chart 11-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bulb replacement 10-50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

C

Carbon monoxide (Engine exhaust gas) 7-7

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Cargo anchorage eyelets 6-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cargo area cover(Luggage cover) 6-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cargo hooks (Cargo anchorage eyelest) 6-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cargo room light (Luggage area light) 6-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Car phones and driving viii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cassette player operation 5-14, 5-24, 5-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Catalytic converter 7-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CD player operation 5-38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CD changer control 5-42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Center console 6-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Charge warning light 3-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp 3-9. . . . . . . . . . .

Child restraint system 2-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing child restraint systems in the 3-point type

seat belt position 2-27

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13-3

Installing child restraint systems in the 2-point type

seat belt position 2-26

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Top strap anchors 2-28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Child safety v. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cigarette lighter (option) 6-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning aluminum wheels 9-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning the interior 9-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Leather seat materials 9-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat fablic 9-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Synthetic leather upholstery 9-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Clock function 5-16, 5-26, 5-45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Clutch fluid(Maintenance) 10-30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Clutch pedal (Manual transmission) (Maintenance) 10-37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Combination meter 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Compact disk player operation 5-38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Console (center console) 6-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Coolant (Engine coolant) 10-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Corrosion protection 9-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cruise control (if equipped) 7-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

To change the cruising speed 7-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

To set cruise control 7-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

To temporarily cancel the cruise control 7-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

To turn off the cruise control 7-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cup holder 6-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D

Defogging (Windshield) 4-6, 4-16

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Defogging (Rear window defogger) 3-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Defogging (Outside mirror defogger) 3-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Differential gear oil (Front — AT vehicles) (Maintenance) 10-24. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Differential gear oil (Rear — AWD vehicles) (Maintenance) 10-25. . . . . . . . . . .

Dome lighit (Interior light) 6-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Door locks 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Child safety locks 1-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Locking and unlocking from the inside 1-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Locking and unlocking from the outside 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13-4

Index

Power door locking switches 1-6

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Door open warning lights 1-8, 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Drive belts (Maintenance) 10-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving dranken vii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving in foreign countries 7-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving in winter season 7-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving off road 7-36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving tips for AWD vehicles 7-35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving when tired or sleepy viii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving with pet ix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

E

Emission test (State emission testing) 7-6

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Engine compartment 10-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine coolant (Maintenance) 10-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) 7-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine hood 1-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine malfunction indicator lamp (CHECK ENGINE

Warning lighit) 3-9

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Engine oil (Maintenance) 10-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine overheating 8-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine, transmission, and differential gear oil leaks (Maintenance) 10-6
Exhaust gas (Engine exhaust gas) 7-7

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Exterior care 9-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Washing 9-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Waxing and polishing 9-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

F

Flat tires 8-6

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Changing a flat tire 8-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Temporary spare tire (if equipped) 8-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tire changing tools 8-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fog light (Bulb replacement) 10-51, 10-52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fog light switch 3-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Four wheel drive vehicles (Driving tips for AWD vehicles) 7-35. . . . . . . . . . . .

Front differential gear oil (Automatic transmission) (Maintenance) 10-24. .

13-5

Front seats 2-2

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Fore and aft adjustment 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Head restraint adjustment 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lumbar support 2-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Height adjustment (if equipped) 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Reclining the seatback 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat heater 2-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front wheel drive warning light 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel economy hints 7-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel filler door and cap 1-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel filler cap 1-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel filler door release 1-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Refueling 1-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel gauge 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel requirements 7-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel octane rating 7-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Unleaded gasoline 7-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gasoline for California-certified TELV 7-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Gasoline for cleaner air 7-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel tank capacity (specifications) 11-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fluid (Automatic transmission fluid) 10-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fluid (Brake fluid) 10-29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fluid (Clutch fluid) 10-30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fluid (Power steering fluid) 10-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuses (Replacing a fuse) 10-45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuses and circuits 11-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuse panel located under the dashboard 11-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

G

Gauges 3-5

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Fuel gauge 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Odometer 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Speedometer 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tachometer (if equipped) 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Temperature gauge 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trip meter 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13-6

Index

Gasoline (Fuel requirement) 7-4

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Gas tank capacity (specifications) 11-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Glove compartment 6-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Glove box (Glove compartment) 6-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

GVWR and GAWR (Gross vehicle weight rating and

Gross axle weight rating) 7-46

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H

Hazard warning flasher 3-13, 8-2

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Heater (Heating and airconditioning) 4-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Heater(Seat heater) 2-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Heater(Mirror heater=Outside mirror defogger) 3-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Heater (for right hand drive vehicles only) 4-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Heating and air conditioning 4-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Air conditioner button (if equipped) 4-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Air flow control buttons 4-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Air inlet selection button 4-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fan speed control dial 4-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Temperature control lever 4-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

HEATER OPERATION 4-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Bi. level heating 4-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Defrosting or defogging the windshield 4-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Heating and defrosting 4-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Heating 4-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

To shut off the outside air 4-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ventilation 4-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION 4-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cooling or dehumidifying 4-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Defrosting or defogging 4-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OPERATING TIPS FOR HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING 4-23. . . .

Heating and air conditioning (for right hand drive vehicles only) 4-14. . . .

Air conditioner button 4-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Air flow control buttons 4-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Air inlet selection button 4-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fan speed control dial 4-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Temperature control lever 4-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13-7

HEATER OPERATION 4-16

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Bi. level heating 4-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Defrosting or defogging the windshield 4-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Heating and defrosting 4-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Heating 4-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

To shut off the outside air 4-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ventilation 4-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION 4-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cooling or dehumidifying 4-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Defrosting or defogging 4-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OPERATING TIPS FOR HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING 4-23. . . .

Head light (Lighting switch) 3-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Head light (Bulb replacement) 10-51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Head restraint 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

High beam indicator 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

High mount stop light (Bulb replacement) 10-58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hill holder (for manual transmission — if equipped) 7-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Hill holder (Manual transmission — if equipped) (Maintenance) 10-38. . . .

Hood (Engine hood) 1-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Horn 3-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

I

Ignition switch 7-10

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ACC 7-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Key interlock release (AT vehicles only) 7-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Key reminder chime 7-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LOCK 7-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ON 7-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

START 7-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Illumination brightness control 3-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

I/M test (Inspection Maintenance test) (State emission testing) 7-6. . . . .

Interior (cleaning the interior) 9-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installation of accessories 5-46, 10-49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Instrument panel overview 3-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Interior light 6-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Interior light (Bulb replacement) 10-57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13-8

Index

J

Jack and jack hundle 8-13

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Jump starting 8-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

K

Key interlock 7-13

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Key reminder chime 7-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Keys 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Key number 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Master, submaster and valet key 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

L

Leather seat (cleaning) 9-6

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License plate (installation — Rear) 10-60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

License plate light (Bulb replacement) 10-56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Light (interior light) 6-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Light control 3-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fog light switch 3-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Illumination brightness control 3-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Light switch 3-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking light switch 3-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lock (Door Lock) 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lock (Child safety locks) 1-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lock (Power door locking switches) 1-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Low fuel warning light 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Luggage area light (Wagon only) 6-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Luggage area light (Bulb replacement) 10-57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Luggage cover (Wagon — if equipped) 6-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Luggage floor strage tray 6-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Loading your vehicle 7-44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vehicle capacity weighit 7-45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

GVWR and GAWR 7-46. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lumbar support 2-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13-9

M

Main fuse and fusible link 10-48

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Maintenance precautions 10-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment 10-4.
When you do the checking or servicing in the engine

compartment while the engine is running 10-4

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Maintenance tools 6-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Malfunction indicator lamp (CHECK ENGINE Warning lighit) 3-9. . . . . . . .

Manual transmission 7-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving tips 7-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maximum speeds 7-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Shifting speed for fuel economy 7-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manual transmission oil (Maintenance) 10-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Meter(combination meter) 3-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel gauge 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Odometer 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Speedometer 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tachometer 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Temperature gauge 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tripmeter 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mirrors 3-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Inside mirror 3-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Outside mirrors 3-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Remote controlled rearview mirror 3-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Outside mirror defogger 3-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vanity mirror 6-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

N

New vehicle break-in driving 7-3

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The first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) 7-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

O

Odometer 3-5

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Oil (Engine oil) 10-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Oil (Manual transmission oil) 10-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Oil (Front differential oil) 10-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13-10

Index

Oil (Rear differential oil) 10-25

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Oil filter (Engine oil filter) 10-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Oil pressure warning light 3-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Overheat (Engine overheating) 8-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

P

Parking brake 7-29

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Parking brake stroke (Maintenance) 10-41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking your vehicle 7-29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking brake 7-29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking tips 7-30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking light switch 3-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking light (Bulb replacement) 10-54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Periodic inspections 7-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pets and driving ix. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power door locking switches (if equipped) 1-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power socket (Accessory power sokcet) 6-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power steering 7-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power steering fluid (Maintenance) 10-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power windows (for right hand drive vehicle only) 1-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power windows switch cluster (driver’s side) 1-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Passenger’s switches 1-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power windows (if equipped) 1-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power windows switch cluster (driver’s side) 1-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Passenger’s switches 1-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Preparing to drive 7-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

R

Radio 5-4

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Antenna 5-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FM reception 5-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Radio operation 5-5, 5-10, 5-18, 5-27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear combination light (Bulb replacement) 10-55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear differential gear oil (AWD vehicles) (Maintenance) 10-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear gate (Wagon) 1-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear seats 2-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13-11

Fold down rear seat — Sedan 2-9

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Fold down rear seat — Wagon 2-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear view mirror 3-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear window defogger switch 3-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear window wiper and washer switch 3-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Remote control mirror switch 3-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacement of brake pad and lining 10-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brake pad 10-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking brake lining 10-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacement of windshield wiper blades 10-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing bulbs 10-50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fog light (GT) 10-52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fog light (OUTBACK and SUS) 10-51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front turn signal, parking light and front side marker light 10-54

Headlight 10-51

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High mount stop light 10-58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Interior light, spot light, luggage compartment

and step light 10-57

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License plate light 10-56. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear combination lights 10-55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trunk light 10-58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Reporting safety defects 12-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Roof rail 1-30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Roof rack 1-31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rotation (Tire) 10-41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Seat (Front seat) 2-2

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Seat (Rear seat) 2-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat belt safety tips 2-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Children 2-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Expectant mothers 2-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Infant or small children 2-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance 2-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat fablic (Cleaning the interior) 9-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat heater 2-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13-12

Index

Seatback (Reclining the seatback) 2-4

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Seat belts — 2-point type (lap only belts) 2-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fastening the seat belt 2-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Unfastening the belt 2-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat belts — 3-point type (combination lap/shoulder belts) 2-14. . . . . . . . . .

Seat belt warning light and chime 2-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ELR (Emergency Locking Retractor) function 2-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ALR (Automatic Locking Retractor) function 2-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the shoulder belt anchor height 2-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fastening the seat belt 2-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Unfastening the belt 2-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat belt warning light and chime 2-16, 3-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Security system (if equipped) 1-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How to arm the system 1-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How to turn the alarm off 1-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

System operation 1-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

To disarm the system 1-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Selector lever (automatic transmission) 7-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Shift lever (manual transmission) 7-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Shift lock (release) 7-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Side marker light (Bulb replacement) 10-54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Snow tires (winter driving) 7-42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Spark plugs (Maintenance) 10-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Specifications 11-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Capacities 11-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dimensions 11-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Electrical system 11-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine 11-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tires 11-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wheel alignment 11-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Speedometer 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Spotlight (if equipped) 6-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Spotlight (Bulb replacement) 10-57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS AIRBAG 2-30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Precautions for vehicle modification 2-40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS AIRBAG system operation 2-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13-13

System monitors 2-38

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System servicing 2-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vehicle with driver’s and front passenger’s SRS

AIRBAGs and lap/shoulder restraints 2-30

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SRS AIRBAG warning light 3-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Starting the engine 7-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic transmission vehicles 7-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

During cold weather below –4°F (–20°C) 7-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Flooded engine 7-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manual transmission vehicles 7-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Spare tire 8-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Steering 7-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power steering 7-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tilt steering wheel 7-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Step light (Bulb replacement) 10-57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stop light (Bulb replacement) 10-55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stopping the engine 7-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Storage compartment 6-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Center console 6-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Grove compartment 6-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sunglasses strage compartment 6-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Storage tray (if equipped) 6-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sun visors 6-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vanity mirror (if equipped) 6-2, 6-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sunroof (if equipped) 1-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tilting/Sliding sunroof 1-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tandem sunroofs 1-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Tachometor 3-5

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Temperature gauge 3-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tips for using the brakes 7-31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System) (if equipped) 7-33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brake system 7-32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Braking tips 7-31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Disc brake pad wear warning indicators 7-32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13-14

Index

Tilt steering wheel 7-23

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Tire (Uniformity tire quality grading standards) 12-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tire (Snow tires =winter driving) 7-42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tire chains (Winter driving) 7-43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tire rotation (Tire and wheels) 10-41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tires and wheels 10-41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Inspection and rotation 10-41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wheel covers 10-43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tire size (specifications) 11-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tool (Maintenance tools) 6-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tool (Tire changing tools) 8-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Top strap anchor (Child restraint system) 2-28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Towing 8-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Towing eyelet 8-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Towing with all wheels on the ground 8-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Towing with the front wheels raised off the ground 8-15. . . . . . . . . .

Transporting your vehicle using a flat-bed truck 8-15. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trailer towing (for all vehicles except OUTBACK and SUS) 7-47. . . . . . . . . . .

Maximum load limits 7-48. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Side mirrors 7-49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tire 7-50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trailer hitches 7-49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trailer lights 7-50. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trailer towing tips 7-51. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Warranties and maintenance 7-47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trailer towing (for OUTBACK and SUS) 7-52. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Connecting a trailer 7-58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maximum load limits 7-53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trailer hitches 7-57. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trailer towing tips 7-60. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Warranties and maintenance 7-53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trip meter 3-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trunk lid (Sedan) 1-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

To open and close the trunk lid from outside 1-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

To open the trunk lid from inside 1-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trunk light (Bulb replacement) 10-58. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13-15

Turn signal indicator lights 3-12

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Turn signal lever 3-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Turn signal light (Bulb replacement — Front) 10-54. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Turn signal light (Bulb replacement — Rear) 10-55. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Vanity mirror 6-2

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Vehicle identification 11-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ventilation 4-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ventilation (for right hand drive vehicles only) 4-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ventilator 4-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ventilator (for right hand drive vehicles only) 4-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vehicle capacity weight 7-45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Uniform tire quality grading standards 12-2

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Treadwear 12-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Traction A, B, C 12-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Temperature A, B, C 12-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Warning and indicator lights 3-7

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ABS warning light (for vehicles with ABS) 3-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

AT OIL TEMPerature warning light

(for AWD AT vehicles) 3-11

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Brake fluid level warning light 3-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp 3-9
Checking bulbs 3-7

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Door open warning lights 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Front-wheel drive warning light (for AT vehicles) 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . .

High beam indicator 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Low fuel warning light 3-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Oil pressure warning light 3-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat belt warning light and chime 3-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS AIRBAG warning light (if equipped) 3-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Washing (Exterior care) 9-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Index

Waxing (Exterior care) 9-3

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wheel covers 10-43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Windows 1-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power windows 1-11, 1-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Windshield washer fluid 10-33. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Windshield wiper and washer switch 3-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Winter driving 7-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Corrosion protection 7-44. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Driving on snowy and icy roads 7-41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation during cold weather 7-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rocking the vehicle 7-43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Snow tires 7-42. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tire chains 7-43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wiper controls 3-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear window wiper and washer switch

(Wagon — if equipped) 3-21

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Windshield wipers and washer switch 3-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Windshield wiper blades (Replacement) 10-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Warranties

J Warranties for U.S.A.

All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru of America, Inc. and sold at
retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the continental U.S., Alaska
and Hawaii come with the following warranties:

D SUBARU Limited Warranty
D Emission Control Systems Warranty
D Emissions Performance Warranty

All warranty information, including details of coverage and exclusions, is
in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet. Please read these warranties
carefully.

J Warranties for Canada

All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru Canada, Inc. and sold at re­tail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in Canada come with the following
warranties:

D SUBARU Limited Warranty
D Anti-Corrosion Warranty
D Emission Control Warranty

All warranty information, including details of coverage and exclusions, is
in the Warranty and Service Booklet. Please read these warranties care­fully.

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Doors and locks

Keys 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Master, submaster and valet key 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Key number 1-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Door locks 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Locking and unlocking from the outside 1-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Locking and unlocking from the inside 1-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power door locking switches (if equipped) 1-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Child safety locks 1-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Door open warning lights 1-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Security system (if equipped) 1-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

System operation 1-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How to arm the system 1-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

To disarm the system 1-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

How to turn the alarm off 1-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Windows 1-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power windows (if equipped) 1-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power window switch cluster (driver’s side) 1-11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Passenger’s switches 1-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power windows (Right hand drive vehicles only) 1-13. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Power window switch cluster (driver’s side) 1-14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Passenger’s switches 1-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Trunk lid (Sedan) 1-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

To open and close the trunk lid from outside 1-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

To open the trunk lid from inside 1-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear gate (Wagon) 1-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

To open and close the rear gate 1-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel filler door and cap 1-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel filler door release 1-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel filler cap 1-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Refueling 1-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine hood 1-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sunroof (Tilting/sliding sunroof – if equipped) 1-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation 1-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manual operation 1-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Sunroof (Tandem sunroofs – if equipped) 1-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation 1-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Manual operation 1-28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Roof rail (if equipped) 1-30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1

Keys

Master key Submaster key Valet key

Key number

HB0301

J Master, submaster and valet key

Three types of keys are provided for your vehicle.
Master key, submaster key and valet key.

The master key and submaster key fit all locks on your vehicle.

D Ignition switch
D Doors
D Trunk or Rear gate
D Glove compartment

The valet key fits only the ignition switch and door locks. You can keep
the trunk and glove compartment locked when you leave your vehicle
and valet key at a parking facility.

J Key number

The key number is stamped on the metal plate attached to the key set.
Write down the key number and keep it in another safe place, not in the
vehicle. This number is needed to make a replacement key if you lose
your key or lock it inside the vehicle.

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Door locks

J Locking and unlocking from the outside

B For vehicles with power door locking switches

OM-H2394

To lock the door from the outside with the key, turn the key toward the
rear. To unlock the door, turn the key toward the front.

Lift the outside door handle to open an unlocked door.

Locking without the key

1 Press the lock lever.
2 Close the door

OM-H2109

Locking without the key

2

1 Press the upper part of the

power door locking switch.

2 Close the door

1

HB0228

To lock the door from the outside without the key, press the end of the
lock lever down on the door and then close the door.

To lock the door from the outside using the power door locking switch,
press the upper part of the switch (“LOCK” side) and then close the
door. In this case, all closed doors and the rear gate (for wagon) are

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locked at the same time.
Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate are locked before
leaving your vehicle.

NOTE
Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle before
locking the doors from the outside without the key.

B For vehicles without power door locking switches

OM-H2394

To lock the door from the outside with the key, turn the key toward the
rear. To unlock the door, turn the key toward the front.

Lift the outside door handle to open an unlocked door.

Locking without the key

Front door

1 Press the lock lever.
2 Close the door while

holding the handle up.

OM-H2109

To lock the front door from the outside without the key, press the end
of the lock lever down on the door and hold the outside door handle

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HB0201

Doors and locks

up while closing the door.
To lock the rear door from the outside without the key, press the end

of the lock lever down on the door and then close the door.
Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate are locked before
leaving your vehicle.

NOTE
Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle before
locking the doors from the outside without the key.

J Locking and unlocking from the inside

Red mark

Unlock

Inside door handle

Lock

OM-H2110

To lock the door from the inside, press the end of the lock lever down. To
unlock the door from the inside, pull the front end of the lock lever.

The red mark on the lock lever appears when the door is unlocked.

Pull the inside door handle to open an unlocked door.
Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate are locked before
starting to drive.

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J Power door locking switches (if equipped)

Lock

Unlock

HB0229

All doors and the rear gate (for wagon) can be locked and unlocked by
the power door locking switches at the driver’s side and the front pas-
senger’s side doors.

To lock the doors, press the upper part of the switches.
To unlock the doors, press the lower part of the switches.

When you close the doors after you set the door locks, the doors remain
locked.

NOTE
Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the vehicle before
locking the doors from the outside using power door locking
switches.

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J Child safety locks

Unlock

Lock

OM-H2111

WARNING

Always use the child safety lock whenever a child rides in the
rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally
opened the door and fell out.

Each rear door has a child safety lock that prevents the doors from being
opened even if the inside door handle is pulled.

When the child safety lock lever is in the lock position, the door cannot
be opened from inside regardless of the position of the inner door handle
lock lever. The door can only be opened from the outside.

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Door open warning lights

HB0010HB0230

Your vehicle is equipped with door open warning lights. When a door is
not fully closed, a light comes on indicating specifically which door it is.
When all doors are properly closed, all of the door open warning lights
go out. Always make sure these lights are out before starting to drive.

Security system (if equipped)

The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from
theft. The horn sounds and the headlights flash if someone attempts to
break into your vehicle. The starter motor is also interrupted to prevent
starting the vehicle without a key.

J System operation

The security system will give the following alarm:
D The headlights flash and the horn sounds intermittently. In addition,
the starter motor will not operate.
D The alarm automatically turns off after 2 to 3 minutes; however, the
alarm will reactivate if the vehicle is tampered with again.

The alarm is activated by:
D Opening the door, rear gate or trunk lid without using the key (even if
the door is opened by releasing the inside door lock lever or opening the
trunk lid by operating the trunk lid release).

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D Opening the engine hood (even if the engine hood is opened by op­erating the engine hood release).

D Pushing in or pulling out of the key cylinder on the door or trunk lid.

J How to arm the system

1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.

2. Make sure that the engine hood and trunk lid are locked.

3. Close all windows. Close and lock all doors and the rear gate. The
doors and rear gate can be locked either with or without the key.

NOTE

The system can be armed even if the windows are open.

OM-H2701

4. Confirm that the indicator light comes on. (If this light flashes rapidly,
this may indicate that either the door, engine hood, rear gate or trunk lid
is not properly closed. Resume the procedure from beginning.) The light
will come on for about 30 seconds and then go out. If during this 30 se­conds time period, the door is unlocked or the ignition key is turned to
“ACC” or “ON”, the system will not arm. Then the light flashes every 3
seconds to indicate that the system is fully armed. It continues to flash
every 3 seconds until the system is disarmed.

NOTE

Even when the driver and/or passengers are in the vehicle, the system
will arm with all doors, rear gate, hood and trunk lid locked and ignition
key off. After the system has armed, the alarm will activate when a driver
or passenger opens the door using the inside door handle.

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J T o disarm the system

Unlock any door, rear gate or trunk lid with the key or turn the ignition
switch to the “ACC” or “ON” position.

J How to turn the alarm off

The alarm will stop only by unlocking a door, rear gate or trunk lid with
the key. The alarm may not stop if the key is turned too quickly. In such a
case, turn the key again more slowly. The alarm will not stop if the igni­tion switch is turned to “ACC” or “ON”.

If the system does not operate as described above, have it checked by
your SUBARU dealer.

Windows

OM-H2113

Turn the handle to open or close the window.

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Power windows (if equipped)

WARNING

D When operating power windows, be extremely careful to pre­vent anyone’s fingers, arms or head from being caught in the
window.
D Always lock the passengers’ windows using the lock switch
when children are riding in the vehicle.
D Before leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the
ignition switch for safety if a child remains in the vehicle. Failure
to follow this procedure could result in injury to a child operating
the power window.

The power windows operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position.

J Power window switch cluster (driver’s side)

For front passenger’s

For driver’s window

window

For rear left
passenger’s
window

Lock switch

For rear right
passenger’s
window

OM-H2114

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HB0012

All door windows can be controlled by the power window switch cluster
at the driver side door.

B To open or close the driver’s window

AUTO switch: This switch has two functions.
Push the switch down until it clicks and release it, and the window will
fully open. To stop the window halfway, push the switch up lightly.

Push the switch down or up lightly and hold it. The window will open
or close as long as the switch is held.

B To open or close the passengers’ windows

To open the passengers’ windows, push the appropriate switch down
and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. To close the
window, push the switch up and hold it until it reaches the desired
position.

B To lock the passengers’ windows

To lock the passengers’ windows, push the lower part of the lock
switch. When the lock switch is in the “LOCK” position, the passen­gers’ windows cannot be opened or closed.

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J Passengers’ switches

Close

Open

OM-H2116

To open the window, push the switch down and hold it until the window
reaches the desired position. To close the window, push the switch up
and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.

When the lock switch on the power window switch cluster, located on the
driver’s side door, is in the “LOCK” position, the passengers’ windows
cannot be operated with the passengers’ switches.

Power windows (For right hand drive vehicles only)

WARNING

D When operating power windows, be extremely careful to pre­vent anyone’s fingers, arms or head from being caught in the
window.
D Always lock the passengers’ windows using the lock switch
when children are riding in the vehicle.
D Before leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from the
ignition switch for safety if a child remains in the vehicle. Failure
to follow this procedure could result in injury to a child operating
the power window.

The power windows operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position.

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J Power window switch cluster (driver’s side)

OM-H2503

HB0067

All door windows can be controlled by the power window switch cluster
at the driver side door.

B To open or close the driver’s window

AUTO switch: This switch has two functions.
Push the switch down or up until it clicks and release it, and the win­dow will fully open or close. To stop the window halfway, push the op­posite side of switch lightly.

Push the switch down or up lightly and hold it. The window will open
or close as long as the switch is held.

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B To open or close the passengers’ windows

To open the passengers’ windows, push the appropriate switch down
and hold it until the window reaches the desired position. To close the
window, push the switch up and hold it until it reaches the desired
position.

B To lock the passengers’ windows

To lock the passengers’ windows, push the lower part of the lock
switch. When the lock switch is in the “LOCK” position, the passen­gers’ windows cannot be opened or closed.

J Passengers’ switches

OM-H2505

To open the window, push the switch down and hold it until the window
reaches the desired position. To close the window, push the switch up
and hold it until the window reaches the desired position.

When the lock switch on the power window switch cluster, located on the
driver’s side door, is in the “LOCK” position, the passengers’ windows
cannot be operated with the passengers’ switches.

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Trunk lid (Sedan)

WARNING

To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from entering the vehicle, al­ways keep the trunk lid closed while driving.

J T o open and close the trunk lid from outside

OM-H2397

To open the trunk lid from outside, insert the key and turn it clockwise. To
close the trunk lid, lightly press the trunk lid down until the latch en­gages.

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J To open the trunk lid from inside (if your vehicle is equipped with

inside trunk lid release)

Open

OM-H2118

Pull the trunk lid release lever upward.

B To cancel the trunk lid release

OM-H2119

The inside trunk lid release can be cancelled to help prevent unautho­rized entry into the trunk. To cancel the trunk lid release, set the lid
release cancel lever (located on the inside of the trunk lid, mounted to
the trunk lid latch) to the “CANCEL” position. When this lock is in the
“CANCEL” position, the trunk can be opened only by the master key.

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Rear gate (Wagon)

WARNING

To prevent dangerous exhaust gas from entering the vehicle, al­ways keep the rear gate closed while driving.

J T o open and close the rear gate

OM-H2398

To unlock the rear gate, insert the key in the keyhole and turn it clock­wise. To lock the rear gate, insert the key in the keyhole and turn it coun­terclockwise. If your vehicle is equipped with power door locking
switches, the rear gate can also be locked and unlocked through use of
the power door locking switches. Refer to Power Door Locking Switches
section in this chapter.

To open the rear gate, first unlock the rear gate lock then pull the outside
handle up. To close the rear gate, lower it slowly and push down firmly
until the latch engages.

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Doors and locks

Fuel filler door and cap

WARNING

D Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. Before refueling, always
first stop the engine and make sure that there are no lighted ciga­rettes, open flames or electrical sparks in the adjacent area.
D When opening the cap, do not remove the cap quickly. Fuel
may be under pressure and spray out of the fuel filler neck espe­cially in hot weather, which may cause injury.

CAUTION

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

For choosing the right fuel for your SUBARU, refer to the “Fuel Require­ments” section located in chapter 7.

J Fuel filler door release

Sedan

OM-H2121

OM-H2121

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Wagon

HB0013, HB0014

To open the fuel filler door, pull the door release lever up.
After refueling, be sure to close the fuel filler door completely.

J Fuel filler cap

CAUTION

D Make sure that the cap is tightened until it clicks to prevent
fuel spillage in the event of an accident.
D Always use a genuine SUBARU fuel filler cap. If you use the
wrong cap, it may not fit or have proper venting, and your fuel
tank and emission control system might be damaged.

Open

Close

OM-H2399

To take off the fuel filler cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise and remove
the cap.

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To put the cap back on, turn it clockwise until you hear a clicking noise.
Be certain not to catch the cap tether under the cap while tightening.

NOTE
If the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks or if the tether is
caught under the cap, the CHECK ENGINE warning light may come
on. Refer to the “Warning and Indicator Lights” section located in
chapter 3.

J Refueling

After the fuel filler nozzle has automatically stopped, do not add any
more fuel.
If you spill any fuel on the painted surface, rinse it off immediately. Other­wise, the painted surface could be damaged. Such damage is not cov­ered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty.

Engine hood

WARNING

Always check that the hood is properly locked before you start
driving. If it is not, it might fly open while the vehicle is moving,
blocking your view which may cause an accident and serious
bodily injury .

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OM-H2702

HB0232

HB0231

To open the hood:

1. Pull the hood release knob under the instrument panel.

2. Release the secondary hood release located under the front of the
engine hood by moving the lever toward the left. Lift up the hood, release
the hood prop from its retainer and put the end of the hood prop into the
slot in the hood.

To close the hood:

1. Lift the hood slightly and remove the hood prop from the slot in the
hood and return the prop to its retainer.

2. Lower the hood until it approaches about 6 in. (15 cm) from the
closed position and let it drop.

3. After closing the hood, be sure the hood is securely locked.

If this does not close the hood, release it from a slightly higher position.
Do not push the hood forcibly to close it. It could deform the engine
hood.

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Sunroof (Tilting/sliding sunroof – if equipped)

WARNING

D Never let anyone’s hands, arms, head or any objects protrude
from the sunroof.
D Before closing the sunroof, make sure that no one’s hands,
arms, head or other objects will be accidentally caught in the
sunroof.

CAUTION

D Do not sit on the edge of the open sunroof.
D Do not operate the sunroof if falling snow or extremely cold

conditions have caused it to freeze shut.

J Operation

The sunroof has both tilting and sliding functions.

The sunroof operates only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi-
tion.

Open/close switch Tilt switch

OM-H2402

B To raise or lower the sunroof

The tilting function will only operate when the sunroof is fully closed.

Push the rear side of the “Tilt” switch to raise the sunroof.

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Push the front side of the “Tilt” switch to lower the sunroof.

Release the switch after the sunroof has been raised or has been low­ered completely. Pushing the switch continuously may cause damage
to the sunroof.

B To open or close the sunroof

Push the “Open/Close” switch rearward to open the sunroof. The sun
shade will be also opened together with the sunroof.
Push the “Open/Close” switch forward to close the sunroof. The sun-
roof will stop halfway if you continue to press on the switch. Release
the switch once and push it again to close the sunroof completely.

After washing the vehicle or after it rains, wipe away water on the roof
prior to opening the sunroof to prevent water drops from falling into
the passenger compartment.

B Sun shade

OM-H2403

The sun shade can be slid forward or backward by hand while the
sunroof is closed.
If the sunroof is opened, the sun shade also moves back.

J Manual operation

If the sunroof cannot be closed with the sunroof switch, you can close
the roof manually.

1. Take out the hex-headed wrench from the glove compartment and
screwdriver from the tool bag.

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Retaining screw

OM-H2129

2. Remove the spot light lens by hand, then remove the switch body re­taining screw and take off the sunroof switch.

OM-H2277

3. Insert the wrench in the end of the motor shaft.

D To lower the sunroof, turn the wrench clockwise.
D To close the sunroof, turn the wrench counterclockwise.

Have your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer.

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Sunroof (Tandem sunroofs – if equipped)

WARNING

D Never let anyone’s hands, arms, head or any objects protrude
from the sunroof.
D Before closing the sunroof, make sure that no one’s hands,
arms, head or other objects will be accidentally caught in the
sunroof.

CAUTION

D Do not sit on the edge of the open sunroof.
D Do not operate the sunroof if falling snow or extremely cold

conditions have caused it to freeze shut.

J Operation

The front sunroof has tilting function and the rear sunroof has sliding
function.
Both sunroofs operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ON” posi-
tion.

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Open/close switch Tilt switch

OM-H2128

Doors and locks

B To raise or lower the sunroof (for front sunroof)

Push the rear side of the “Tilt” switch to raise the front sunroof.
The front sunroof will stop halfway if you continue to press on the
switch.
Release the switch once and push it again to raise the front sunroof
completely.
Push the front side of the “Tilt” switch to lower the front sunroof. The
front sunroof will stop halfway if you continue to press on the switch.
Release the switch once and push it again to lower the front sunroof
completely.
Release the switch after the front sunroof has been raised or has been
lowered completely. Pushing the switch continuously may cause dam­age to the sunroof.

NOTE
It is preferable to use the front sunroof at the halfway open posi­tion if the rear sunroof is fully open. Driving with the front sun­roof fully raised can generate a great deal of wind noise.

Fully open position

Halfway open
position

Closed position

HB0233

B To open or close the sunroof (for rear sunroof)

Push the “Open/Close” switch rearward to open the rear sunroof. The
rear sun shade will be also opened together with the rear sunroof.
Push the “Open/Close” switch forward to close the rear sunroof. The
rear sunroof will stop halfway if you continue to press on the switch.
Release the switch once and push it again to close the rear sunroof
completely.

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After washing the vehicle or after it rains, wipe away water on the roof
prior to opening the sunroof to prevent water drops from falling into
the passenger’s compartment.

B Sun shades

OM-H2403

Front sun shade:

The front sun shade can be slid forward or backward by hand regard­less of the sunroof position.

Rear sun shade:

The rear sun shade can be slid forward or backward by hand while
the rear sunroof is closed. If the rear sunroof is opened, the sun
shade also moves back.

J Manual operation
Front sunroof:

The front sunroof cannot be closed manually. If the front sunroof can not
be closed with the sunroof switch, have your vehicle checked or repaired
by an authorized SUBARU dealer immediately.

Rear sunroof:

If the sunroof cannot be closed with the sunroof switch, you can close
the rear sunroof manually.

1. Take out the hex-headed wrench from the glove compartment and
screwdriver from the tool bag.

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OM-H2130

2. Remove the plug on the roof trim by inserting the end of the regular
screwdriver between the roof and plug and prying it off.

Hex-headed
wrench

HB0104

3. Insert the wrench in the end of the motor shaft.
To close the rear sunroof, turn the wrench counterclockwise.

Have your vehicle checked or repaired by an authorized SUBARU
dealer.

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Roof rail (if equipped)

CAUTION

D For cargo carrying purposes, the roof rail must be used to­gether with a roof cross bar kit. The roof rail must never be used
alone to carry cargo. Otherwise, damage to the roof or paint or a
dangerous road hazard due to loss of cargo could result.
D When using the roof cross bar kit, make sure that the total car­rying capacity of the roof cross bar kit and luggage does not ex­ceed the maximum load limit. Overloading may cause damage to
the vehicle and create a safety hazard.

HB0015

Luggage can be carried on the roof after securing the roof cross bar kit
to the roof rail. When installing the roof cross bar kit on the roof rail, follow
the manufacturer’s instructions. When you carry cargo on the roof using
the roof cross bar kit, never exceed maximum load limit explained below.
You should also be careful that your vehicle does not exceed the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and front and rear Gross Axle Weight Rat­ing (GAWR). See the Loading Your Vehicle section in chapter 7 for in­formation on loading cargo into or onto your vehicle.

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J Roof rack (When luggage is put on the slats of the roof cross bar

kit)

When the roof cross bar kit is used as roof rack, make sure the total car­rying capacity of the luggage on the slats of the roof cross bar kit does
not exceed 100 lb. (45 kg). Overloading may cause damage to the roof
and create a safety hazard. Always evenly distribute the luggage and
secure it with straps or nets.

J Installing carrying attachments on the cross bars

When installing any carrying attachment such as a bike carrier, ski carri­er, canue carrier, etc. on the cross bars, follow the manufacturer’s
instructions and make sure that the attachment is securely fixed to the
cross bars. A set of the cross bars is designed to carry loads (luggage
and attachment) of not more than 100 lb. (45 kg). Before operating the
vehicle, make sure that the luggage is properly secured on the attach­ment.

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SRS AIRBAG

Front seats 2-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fore and aft adjustment 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Reclining the seatback 2-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Height adjustment (if equipped) 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Head restraint adjustment 2-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lumbar support (if equipped) 2-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat heater (if equipped) 2-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Rear seats 2-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fold down rear seat — Sedan 2-9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fold down rear seat — Wagon 2-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-point type seat belts (combination lap/shoulder belts) 2-14. . .

Seat belt warning light and chime 2-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) function 2-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) function 2-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fastening the seat belt 2-17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Unfastening the belt 2-18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the front seat shoulder belt anchor height 2-18. . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-point type seat belts (lap only belts) 2-19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fastening the seat belt 2-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Unfastening the belt 2-21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Seat belt safety tips 2-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Infants or small children 2-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Children 2-22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Expectant mothers 2-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance 2-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Child restraint systems 2-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing child restraint systems in the 2-point type seat belt

position (Rear center seating position) 2-26

Installing child restraint systems in the 3-point type seat belt

position 2-27

Top strap anchors 2-28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SRS AIRBAG (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag) 2-30. . . . .

Vehicle with driver’s and passenger’s SRS AIRBAGs

and lap/shoulder restraints 2-30

SRS AIRBAG system operation 2-34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

System monitors 2-38. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

System servicing 2-39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Precautions for vehicle modification 2-40. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Front seats

WARNING

D Never adjust the seat while driving to avoid the possibility of
loss of vehicle control and of personal injury .
D Never drive the vehicle with the head restraints removed be­cause they are designed to reduce the risk of serious neck injury
in the event that the vehicle is struck from the rear.
D Before adjusting the seat, make sure the hands and feet of rear
seat passengers are clear of the adjusting mechanism.
D Seat belts provide maximum restraint when the occupant sits
well back and upright in the seat. To reduce the risk of sliding un­der the seat belt in a collision, the front seatbacks should be al­ways used in the upright position while the vehicle is running. If
the front seatbacks are not used in the upright position in a colli­sion, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt slid­ing up over the abdomen will increase, and both can result in se­rious internal injury or death.
D Do not put cushions or any other materials between occupants
and seatbacks or seat cushions. If you do so, the risk of sliding
under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen
will increase, and both can result in serious internal injury or death.
D The SRS AIRBAGs deploy with considerable speed and force.
Occupants who are out of proper position when the SRS AIRBAG
deploys could suffer very serious injuries. Because the SRS AIR­BAG needs much space for deployment, the driver should always
sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steering
wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control and
the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possible
and sit upright and well back in the seat.
D Be sure to put children aged 12 and under in the rear seat prop ­erly restrained at all times. The SRS AIRBAG deploys with consid­erable speed and force and can injure or even kill children, espe­cially if they are 12 years of age and under and are not restrained
or improperly restrained. Because children are lighter and weaker

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than adults, their risk of being injured from deployment is greater.
For that reason, we strongly recommend that ALL children (includ­ing those in child seats and those that have outgrown child re­straint devices) sit in the REAR seat properly restrained at all
times in a child restraint device or in a seat belt, whichever is ap­propriate for the child’s age, height and weight. Be sure to secure
ALL types of child restraint devices (including forward facing child
seat) in the REAR seats at all times. NEVER INSTALL A REAR­WARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO
RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING
THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. According
to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained
in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions.
For instructions and precautions concerning child restraint sys­tems, see the Child Restraint System section in this chapter.

Adjust the seatback to
upright position. Sit well
back and upright.

Move the seat as far from the
steering wheel as practical.

Put children in the rearseat properly
restrained at all times.

Adjust the seatback to
upright position. Sit
well back and upright.

Move the seat
as far back as
possible.

Do not recline the seatback while
vehicle is moving.

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CAUTION

Metallic parts of the seat belt can become very hot in a vehicle
that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn an oc­cupant. Do not touch such hot parts.

J Fore and aft adjustment

OM-H2132OM-H2131

Pull the lever upward and slide the seat to the desired position. Then re­lease the lever and move the seat back and forth to make sure that it is
securely locked into place.

J Reclining the seatback

Pull the reclining lever up and adjust the seatback to the desired posi­tion. Then release the lever and make sure the seatback is securely
locked into place.

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J Height adjustment (if equipped)

OM-H2133

Pull the adjustment lever out and move it up or push it down to raise or
lower the seat.

J Head restraint adjustment

HB0016

To raise the head restraint, pull it up. To lower it, push the head restraint
down while depressing the release button on the top of the seatback.

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OM-H2735

The best position for the head restraint is just above or level with the top
of the ears.

J Lumbar support (if equipped)

OM-H2356

Pull the lever forward or backward.
Pulling the lever forward will increase the amount of support for your
lower back.

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J Seat heater (if equipped)

CAUTION

D Do not use the seat heater when the engine is not running. The
battery could run down if the heater is operated while the engine
is not running.
D Do not put anything on the seat which insulates against heat,
such as a blanket, cushion, or similar items. This may cause the
seat heater to overheat.
D When cleaning the seat, do not use benzine, paint thinner, or
any similar materials.

The seat heater operates when the ignition switch is either in the “ACC”
or “ON” position.

LO

HI

Indica­tor
light

Heating
element

OM-H2135

OM-H2373

To turn on the seat heater, push the “LO” or “HI” position on the switch,
as desired, depending on the temperature.

LO: Normal heating
HI: Rapid heating

The indicator located on the switch comes on when the seat heater in
operation. When the vehicle’s interior is warmed enough or before you
leave the vehicle, be sure to turn the switch off.

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Rear seats

WARNING

D Seat belts provide maximum restraint when the occupant sits
well back and upright in the seat. Do not put cushions or any other
materials between occupants and seatbacks or seat cushions. If
you do so, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt
sliding up over the abdomen will increase, and both can result in
serious internal injury or death.
D Never allow passengers to ride on the folded rear seatback, in
the trunk or in the cargo area. Doing so may result in serious in­jury.
D Never stack luggage or other cargo higher than the top of the
seatback because it could tumble forward and injure passengers
in the event of a sudden stop or accident.
D Secure skis and other lengthy items properly to prevent them
from shooting forward and causing serious injury during a sud­den stop.

Sit well back
and upright.

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CAUTION

Metallic parts of the seat belt can become very hot in a vehicle
that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a oc­cupant. Do not touch such hot parts.

J Fold down rear seat — Sedan

Release tab

OM-H2136

OM-H2137

To fold the seatback down, pull the release tab attached to the top of the
seatback. To restore it, push the seatback up to its original position until
it locks. Be sure to confirm that it is locked in place.

OM-H2404

To cancel the fold down function, slide the lock knob located on the
backside of the seatback to the “LOCK” position and close the seatback.

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B Armrest (if equipped)

WARNING

To avoid the possibility of serious injury, passengers must never
be allowed to sit on the center armrest while the vehicle is in mo­tion.

OM-H2357

To lower the armrest, pull on the top edge of the armrest.

J Fold down rear seat — Wagon

WARNING

After returning the rear seat to its original position, be certain to
place all of the seat belts and the tab attached to the seat cushion
above the seat cushion. And make certain that the shoulder belts
are fully visible.

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B Folding down the seatback

OM-H2139OM-H2138

Unlock the seatback by pulling the release knob and fold it down.

B Folding down the seat cushion and seatback

1. Move the front seat forward.

2. (If your vehicles’ rear seatbacks are equipped with head
restraints.) To remove the head restraint, pull the head restraint up
while pushing the release button located on the backside of the set­back.

HB0017

3. Store the seat belts in the seat belt pocket to prevent them falling
below the cushion.

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HB0064

4. Raise the seat cushion by pulling up the tab.

OM-H2141

5. Unlock the seatback by pulling the release knob and fold it down.
Confirm that the pin located at the bottom of the seat cushion is in­serted into the slot at the top of the seatback.

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OM-H0042

6. Install the head restraints onto the backside of the seatback.

OM-H2374

To return the rear seat to its original position, raise the seatback and seat
cushion until it locks into place and make sure that they are securely
locked.
Make sure that the rear seat belts are not under the seat cushion or seat­back.
Place the head restraints (if so equipped) back in their normal position.

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3-point type seat belts (Combination lap/shoulder belts)

WARNING

D Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed. In an accident, this
can increase the risk or severity of injury .
D Never place the shoulder belt under the arm or behind the
back. If an accident occurs, this can increase the risk or severity
of injury .
D Keep the lap belt as low as possible on your hips. In a colli­sion, this spreads the force of the lap belt over stronger hip
bones instead of across the weaker abdomen.
D Seat belts provide maximum restraint when the occupant sits
well back and upright in the seat. To reduce the risk of sliding un­der the seat belt in a collision, the front seatbacks should be al­ways used in the upright position while the vehicle is running. If
the front seatbacks are not used in the upright position in a colli­sion, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the lap belt slid­ing up over the abdomen will increase, and both can result in se­rious internal injury or death.
D Do not put cushions or any other materials between occupants
and seatbacks or seat cushions. If you do so, the risk of sliding
under the lap belt and of the lap belt sliding up over the abdomen
will increase, and both can result in serious internal injury or death.
D Be sure to put children aged 12 and under in the rear seat prop ­erly restrained at all times. The SRS AIRBAG deploys with consid­erable speed and force and can injure or even kill children, espe­cially if they are 12 years of age and under and are not restrained
or improperly restrained. Because children are lighter and weaker
than adults, their risk of being injured from deployment is greater.
For that reason, we strongly recommend that ALL children (includ­ing those in child seats and those that have outgrown child re­straint devices) sit in the REAR seat properly restrained at all
times in a child restraint device or in a seat belt, whichever is ap­propriate for the child’s age, height and weight. Be sure to secure

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ALL types of child restraint devices (including forward facing child
seats) in the REAR seats at all times. NEVER INSTALL A REAR­WARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO
RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING
THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. According
to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained
in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions.
For instructions and precautions concerning child restraint sys­tems, see the Child Restraint System section in this chapter.

Always wear the seat
belts correctly.

Adjust the seatback
to upright position.
Sit well back and
upright.

HS0230

Never place the shoulder belt under the arm or
behind the back.

HS0231

CAUTION

Metallic parts of the seat belt can become very hot in a vehicle
that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn an oc­cupant. Do not touch such hot parts.

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J Seat belt warning light and chime

HB0234

Your vehicle is equipped with a seat belt warning device at the driver’s
seat.
This device causes the seat belt warning light on the instrument panel to
light up for about six seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position to remind the driver to wear the seat belt. If the driver’s
seat belt is not fastened, a warning chime sounds at the same time.

J Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) function

3-point type seat belts have an emergency locking retractor. This allows
normal body movement but the retractor locks automatically during a
sudden stop, impact or if you pull the belt very quickly out of the retrac­tor.

J Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) function

When securing a child restraint system on the passengers’ seats, the
three-point type seat belt must be changed over to the Automatic Lock­ing Retractor (ALR) mode.

When the child restraint system is removed, make sure that the retractor
operates as an Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR).
For instructions on how to convert the retractor to the ALR mode and re­store it to the ELR mode, see the “Child Restraint System” section in this
chapter.

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J Fastening the seat belt

CAUTION

Metallic parts of the seat belt can become very hot in a vehicle
that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn an oc­cupant. Do not touch such hot parts.

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1. Adjust the seat position:
Driver’s seat: Move the seat back as far from the steering wheel as
practical while still maintaining full vehicle control and adjust the seat­back to the upright position.
Front passenger’s seat: Move the seat as far back as possible and
adjust the seatback to the upright position.

2. Sit well back in the seat.

3. Pick up the tongue plate and pull the belt out slowly. Do not let it get
twisted. If the belt stops before reaching the buckle, return the belt
slightly and pull it out more slowly.

4. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle until you hear a click.
For the driver’s side seat belt, a seat belt warning device is provided; if
the driver is not wearing the seat belt with the ignition in the “ON” posi­tion, the warning light on the instrument panel comes on and a warning
chime also sounds to remind the driver to wear the seat belt.
Refer to Warning and Indicator Lights section (chapter 3) for more
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5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. And place the
lap belt as low as possible on your hips, not on your waist.

J Unfastening the belt

Front

Push

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Push the button on the buckle.

Before closing the door, make sure that the belts are retracted properly,
to avoid catching the belt webbing in the door.

J Adjusting the front seat shoulder belt anchor height

WARNING

When wearing the front seat belts, make sure the shoulder por­tion of the webbing does not pass over your neck. If it does, ad­just the seat belt anchor to a lower position. Placing the shoulder
belt over the neck may result in neck injury during sudden brak­ing or in a collision.

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The shoulder belt anchor height should be adjusted to the position best
for you. To adjust the anchor height, pull the release knob and move the
anchor to the desired position so that the shoulder belt passes over the
middle of the shoulder without touching the neck.

2-point type seat belts (lap only belts)

WARNING

D Seat belts provide maximum restraint when the occupant sits
well back and upright in the seat. Do not put cushions or any
other materials between occupants and seatbacks or seat cush­ions. If you do so, the risk of sliding under the lap belt and of the
lap belt sliding up over the abdomen will increase, and both can
result in serious internal injury or death.
D Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed. In an accident, this
can increase the risk or severity of injury .
D Keep the lap belt as low as possible on your hips. In a colli­sion, this spreads the force of the lap belt over stronger hip
bones instead of across the weaker abdomen.

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Always wear the
seat belts correctly.

Sit well back
and upright.

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CAUTION

Metallic parts of the seat belt can become very hot in a vehicle
that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn an oc­cupant. Do not touch such hot parts.

The 2-point type seat belt has a manual adjustment device.

J Fastening the seat belt

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1. Sit well back in the seat and pick up the tongue plate marked “CEN-
TER”. Be careful not to twist the belt.

2. Insert the tongue plate into the buckle marked “CENTER” until you
hear a click. The tongue plate marked “CENTER” can be fastened only
into the buckle marked “CENTER”. If the belt is not long enough for you,

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hold the tongue plate at a right angle to the belt and pull the belt to ex­tend.

3. To make the belt tight, pull up on the belt. And place the lap belt as
low as possible on your hips, not on your waist.

J Unfastening the belt

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Push the button on the buckle.

When the belt is not in use, buckle the belt to prevent it from being
caught in the door.

NOTE

When folding down the rear seat of the wagon, store the seat belts in the
seat belt pocket to prevent them falling below the cushion.

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Seat belt safety tips

WARNING

D All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seat belts BE­FORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of se­rious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or ac­cident.
D All belts should fit snugly in order to provide full restraint.
Loose fitting belts are not as effective in preventing or reducing
injury.
D Each seat belt is designed to support only one person. Never
use a single belt for two or more persons — even children. Other-
wise, in an accident, serious injury or death could result.
D Replace all seat belt assemblies including retractors and at­taching hardware worn by occupants of a vehicle that has been in
a serious accident. The entire assembly should be replaced even
if damage is not obvious.

J Infants or small children

Use a child restraint system that is suitable for your vehicle. See informa­tion on “Child Restraint System” in this chapter.

J Children

If a child is too big for a child restraint system, the child should sit in the
rear seat and be restrained using the seat belts. According to accident
statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating
positions than in the front seating positions. Never allow a child to stand
up or kneel on the seat.

If the shoulder portion of the belt crosses the face or neck, move the
child closer to the center of vehicle to help provide a good shoulder belt
fit. If the shoulder portion of the belt cannot be properly positioned, a
child restraint system should be used. If that is not possible, the child
should sit in the center rear seat and use the 2-point type seat belt. Care
must be taken to securely place the lap belt as low as possible on the

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hips and not on the child’s waist.

J Expectant mothers

Expectant mothers also need to use the seat belts. They should consult
their doctor for specific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn
securely and as low as possible over the hips, not over the waist.

J Maintenance

CAUTION

D Keep the belts free of polishes, oils, chemicals and particularly
battery acid.
D Never attempt to make modifications or changes that will pre­vent the seat belt from operating properly .

To clean the seat belts, use a mild soap and lukewarm water. Never
bleach or dye the belts because this could seriously affect their strength.

Inspect the seat belts and attachments including the webbing and all
hardware periodically for cracks, cuts, gashes, tears, damage, loose
bolts or worn areas. Replace the seat belts even if only minor damage is
found.

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Child restraint systems

WARNING

D Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the
vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from
injury in a collision, because the child will be caught between the
passenger and objects inside the vehicle. Additionally, holding a
child in your lap or arms in the front seat exposes that child to
another serious danger. Since the SRS AIRBAG deploys with
considerable speed and force, the child could be injured or even
killed.
D Be sure to put children aged 12 and under in the rear seat
properly restrained at all times. The SRS AIRBAG deploys with
considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children,
especially if they are 12 years of age and under and are not re­strained or improperly restrained. Because children are lighter
and weaker than adults, their risk of being injured from deploy­ment is greater. For that reason, be sure to secure ALL types of
child restraint devices (including forward facing child seats) in
the REAR seats at all times. You should choose a restraint device
which is appropriate for the child’s age, height and weight.
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly
restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating
positions.
D SINCE YOUR VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A PASSENGER’S
SRS AIRBAG, DO NOT INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD
SEAT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER’S SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SE­RIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE
CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG.
D Children should be properly restrained in the rear seat at all
times. Never allow a child to stand up, or to kneel on the front
passenger’s seat. The SRS AIRBAG deploys with considerable
force and can injure or even kill the child.

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Secure child restraint devices in
the REAR seats at all times.

Never allow a child to stand up, or
to kneel on the front passenger’s
seat or any other seat

Never install rearward facing child
seat in the front passenger’s seat.

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Never hold a child on your lap or in
your arms in the front passenger’s
seat or any other seat.

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WARNING

D Child restraint systems and seat belts can become hot in a ve­hicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn
a small child. Check the child restraint system before you place a
child in it.
D Do not leave an unsecured child restraint system in your vehi­cle. Unsecured child restraint systems can be thrown around in­side of the vehicle in a sudden stop, turn or accident; it can strike
and injure vehicle occupants as well as result in serious injuries
or death to the child.

Infants and small children should always be placed in an infant or child
restraint system in the rear seat while riding in the vehicle. You should
use an infant or child restraint system that meets Federal Motor Vehicle

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Safety Standard or Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard and is ap­propriate for the child’s age and size. All child restraint systems are de-
signed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap portion of a
lap/shoulder belt.

Children could be endangered in an accident if their child restraints are
not properly secured in the vehicle. When installing the child restraint
system, carefully follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly re­strained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions.
These statistics also indicate that the safest position for a child restraint
system is the center of the rear seat.

All U.S. states and Canadian provinces require that infants and small
children be restrained in an approved child restraint system at all times
while the vehicle is moving.

J Installing child restraint systems in the 2-point type seat belt

position (Rear center seating position)

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1. Set the child restraint system in the center seating position.

2. Fasten the 2-point type seat belt to the child restraint system following
the instructions provided by its manufacturer.

3. Tighten the seat belt.

4. Before having a child sit in the child restraint system, move it back
and forth to check if it is firmly secured. Sometimes a child restraint can

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be more firmly secured by pushing it down into the seat cushion and
then tightening the seatbelt.

If the child restraint system requires a top strap, latch the hook onto the
top strap anchor and tighten the top strap.

J Installing child restraint systems in the 3-point type seat belt

position

NOTE

When the child restraint system is no longer in use, remove it and restore
the ELR function of the retractor. That function is restored by allowing the
seat belt to retract fully.

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1. Set the child restraint system in the seating position.

2. Fasten the lap and shoulder belts to the child restraint system follow­ing the instructions provided by its manufacturer.

3. Take up the slack in the lap belt.

4. Put the shoulder portion of the belt between the rear seatback and the
child restraint system.

5. Pull out the seat belt fully from the retractor to change the retractor
over from the Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) to the Automatic Lock­ing Retractor (ALR) function. Then, allow the belt to rewind into the re­tractor. As the belt is rewinding, clicks will be heard which indicate the
retractor functions as ALR.

6. Before having a child sit in the child restraint system, move it back
and forth to check if it is firmly secured. Sometimes a child restraint can

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be more firmly secured by pushing it down into the seat cushion and
then tightening the seat belt.

7. Pull at the shoulder portion of the belt to confirm that it cannot be
pulled out (ALR properly functioning).

If the child restraint system requires a top strap, latch the hook onto the
top strap anchor and tighten the top strap.

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J T op strap anchors

CAUTION

Always use a genuine top strap anchor.

B Installation point

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D Sedan: Anchor installation points are located under the covers on
the rear shelf.
D Wagon: Anchor installation points are located under the covers at
the rear edge of the roof.

B Top strap anchor installation (for Canada models)

All vehicles built for sale in Canada include an anchor kit in the glove
compartment.

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1. Take the anchor kit out and make sure that it is assembled as
shown in the illustration above.

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2. Remove the cover from the anchor installation point.

3. Set the anchor at the desired installation point and tighten the bolt
until the anchor is firmly secured.

4. Install the anchor plate cover.

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Please contact your SUBARU dealer about any questions you may
have regarding the installation of the top strap anchor.

B Top strap anchor installation (for U.S. models)

Vehicles built for sale in U.S. do not include an anchor kit in the glove
compartment. However, the anchor kit and installation instructions are
available from your SUBARU dealer. You can also follow the installa­tion instructions for Canada models.

*SRS AIRBAG (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)

*SRS: This stands for supplemental restraint system. This name is used
because the AIRBAG system supplements the vehicle’s seat belts.

J Vehicle with driver’s and front passenger’s SRS AIRBAGs and

lap/shoulder restraints

WARNING

D To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident, the
driver and all passengers in the vehicle should always wear seat
belts when the vehicle is moving. The SRS AIRBAG does not do
away with the need to fasten seat belts. In combination with the
seat belts, it offers the best combined protection in case of a seri­ous accident.
Not wearing a seat belt increases the chance of severe injury or
death in a crash even when the car has the SRS AIRBAG.
D For instructions and precautions concerning the seat belt sys­tem, see the sections 3-point Type Seat Belts and 2-point Type
Seat Belts in this chapter.
D Do not sit or lean unnecessarily close to the SRS AIRBAG. The
SRS AIRBAG deploys with considerable speed – faster than the
blink of an eye – and force to protect in high speed collisions.
However, the force of an SRS AIRBAG can injure an occupant
whose body is too close to SRS AIRBAG. It is also important to
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SRS AIRBAG contacts an occupant not in proper position such
as one thrown toward the front of the car during pre-accident
braking.
D The SRS AIRBAGs deploy with considerable speed and force.
Occupants who are out of proper position when the SRS AIRBAG
deploys could suffer very serious injuries. Because the SRS AIR­BAG needs much space for deployment, the driver should always
sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steering
wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control and
the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possible
and sit upright and well back in the seat.
D Do not place any objects over the SRS AIRBAG cover or
between you and the SRS AIRBAG. If the SRS AIRBAG deploys,
those objects could interfere with its proper operation and could
be propelled inside the car and cause injury .

Adjust the seatback to
upright position. Sit
well back and upright.

Move the seat as far from the
steering wheel as practical.

Adjust the seatback to
upright position. Sit
well back and upright.

Move the seat
as far back as
possible.

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WARNING

D Be sure to put children aged 12 and under in the rear seat
properly restrained at all times. The SRS AIRBAG deploys with
considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children,
especially if they are 12 years of age and under and are not re­strained or improperly restrained. Because children are lighter
and weaker than adults, their risk of being injured from deploy-

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ment is greater. For that reason, we strongly recommend that
ALL children (including those in child seats and those that have
outgrown child restraint devices) sit in the REAR seat properly
restrained at all times in a child restraint device or in a seat belt,
whichever is appropriate for the child’s age, height and weight.
Be sure to secure ALL types of child restraint devices (including
forward facing child seats) in the REAR seats at all times.
According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly
restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating
positions.
For instructions and precautions concerning the child restraint
system, see the Child Restraint System section in this chapter.
D NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE
FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO
THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO
THE SRS AIRBAG.
D Never allow a child to stand up, or to kneel on the front pas­senger’s seat, or never hold a child on your lap or in your arms.
The SRS AIRBAG deploys with considerable force and can injure
or even kill the child.

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Put children in the REAR seat prop­erly restrained at all times.

Never allow a child to stand up, or to
kneel on the front passenger’s seat.

Never install rearward facing child
seat in the front passenger’s seat.

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Never hold a child on your lap or in
your arms.

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The driver’s side SRS AIRBAG is stored in the center portion of the steer-
ing wheel. The passenger’s side SRS AIRBAG is stored near the top of
the dashboard under the cover marked “SRS AIRBAG”.

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fords the driver and front seat passenger additional protection during a
moderate to severe frontal or front-angled collision. This system is avail­able for the driver and front seat passenger and is designed to supple­ment the protection provided by the seat belt. In a moderate to severe
frontal or front-angled collision, the SRS AIRBAG supplements the seat
belt by reducing the impact on the driver’s and front passenger’s head
and chest.

The SRS AIRBAG is designed to deploy in the event of an accident in­volving a moderate to severe frontal or front-angled collision. It is basi­cally not designed to deploy in lesser frontal impacts because the nec­essary protection can be achieved by the seat belt alone. Also, it is
basically not designed to deploy in side or rear impacts or in roll-over
accidents because SRS AIRBAG deployment would not help the occu­pant in those situations. The SRS AIRBAG is designed to function on a
one-time-only basis. In the event that the SRS AIRBAG is deployed, re­placement of the system should be performed only by an authorized
SUBARU dealer. When the components of the SRS AIRBAG are re­placed, use only genuine SUBARU parts.

NOTE
When you sell your vehicle, we urge you to explain to the buyer that
it is equipped with SRS AIRBAGs by alerting him or her to the appli­cable section in this owner’s manual.

J SRS AIRBAG system operation

CAUTION

D When the SRS AIRBAG deploys, some smoke will be released.
This smoke could cause breathing problems for people with a
history of asthma or other breathing trouble. If you or your pas­sengers have breathing problems after SRS AIRBAG deploys, get
fresh air promptly.
D Do not touch the SRS AIRBAG system components around the
steering wheel and dashboard with bare hands right after deploy­ment. Doing so can cause burns because the components can be
very hot as a result of deployment.

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SRS AIRBAG module
(Driver’s side)

Front sensor (LH)

SRS AIRBAGs
deploy as soon as
a collision occurs.

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Front sensor (RH)

SRS AIRBAG module
(Passenger’s side)

SRS AIRBAG control module
(including impact sensors)

Driver’s side Passenger’s side

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After deployment,
SRS AIRBAGs start
to deflate immedi­ately so that the
driver’s vision is
not obstructed.

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The SRS AIRBAG can function only when the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position.

If the front sensor and impact sensors in the airbag control module de­tect a certain predetermined amount of force during a frontal or front­angled collision, the control module sends signals to the airbag modules
instructing them to inflate the SRS AIRBAGs. Then both airbag modules
produce gas by chemical reaction, which instantly inflates driver’s and
passenger’s SRS AIRBAGs. After the deployment, the SRS AIRBAGs im-
mediately start to deflate so that the driver’s vision is not obstructed. The
time required from detecting impact to deflating of the SRS AIRBAGs af­ter deployment is shorter than the blink of eye.

Although it is highly unlikely that the SRS AIRBAG would activate in a
non-accident situation, should it occur, the bag will deflate quickly, not
obscuring vision and will not interfere with the driver’s ability to maintain
control of the vehicle.

When the SRS AIRBAG deploys, a sudden, fairly loud inflation noise will
be heard and some smoke will be released. These occurrences are a
normal result of the chemical reaction in the airbag module. This smoke
does not indicate a fire in the vehicle.

SRS AIRBAG deployment depends on the level of force experienced in
the passenger compartment during a collision. That level differs from
one type of collision to another, and it may have no bearing on the visible
damage done to the vehicle itself.

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B Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS AIRBAG

is unlikely to deploy .

There are many types of collisions which might not necessarily require
SRS AIRBAG deployment. If the vehicle strikes an object, such as a
telephone pole or sign pole, or if it slides under a truck’s load bed, or
if it sustains an oblique offset frontal impact, the SRS AIRBAG may not
deploy depending on the level of accident forces involved.

The vehicle strikes a tele­phone pole or similar ob­ject.

The vehicle slides under a
truck’s load bed.

The vehicle sustains an
oblique offset frontal im­pact.

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B Examples of the types of accidents in which the SRS AIRBAG

will basically not deploy .

The SRS AIRBAG is basically not designed to deploy if it is stuck from
side or from behind, or if it rolls onto its side or roof, or if it is involved
in a low-speed frontal collision.

The vehicle is struck from
behind.

The vehicle is struck from
the side.

The vehicle rolls onto its
side or roof.

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J System monitors

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A diagnostic system continually monitors the readiness of the SRS AIR­BAG while the vehicle is being driven. The SRS AIRBAG warning light
will show normal system operation by lighting for about 6 seconds when
the ignition key is first turned to the “ON” position and then turning off.

The following components are monitored by the indicator:

D Right front sensor
D Left front sensor
D AIRBAG control module (including impact sensors)
D AIRBAG module (driver’s side)
D AIRBAG module (passenger’s side)
D All related wiring

In the event of a malfunction indicated by any of following, the vehicle
should be taken promptly to your nearest SUBARU dealer to have the
system checked. Unless checked and repaired, the SRS AIRBAG will not
function reliably:

D Flashing or flickering of the warning light.
D Failure of the warning light to illuminate when the ignition switch is

first turned to the “ON” position.

D Continuous illumination of the warning light.
D Illumination of the warning light while driving.

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J System servicing

WARNING

D When discarding an airbag module or scrapping the entire car
damaged by a collision, consult your SUBARU dealer.
D The SRS AIRBAG has no user-serviceable parts. Tampering
with or disconnecting the system’s wiring could result in acci­dental inflation of the airbag or could make the system inopera­tive, which may result in serious injury. The wiring harnesses of
the SRS AIRBAG system are covered with yellow insulation and
the connectors of the system are yellow for easy identification.
Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the
SRS AIRBAG system. For required servicing of the SRS AIRBAG,
see your nearest SUBARU dealer.

CAUTION

The front sensors are located in both front fenders and the SRS
AIRBAG control module including the impact sensors is located
under the center console. If you need service or repair in those
area or near the steering wheel and column, we recommend that
you have an authorized SUBARU dealer perform the work.

To ensure its long-term reliability, the SRS AIRBAG must be inspected by
a SUBARU dealer ten years after the date of manufacture, which is
shown on the certification label attached to the driver’s door.

NOTE

D If the front part of the vehicle was involved in an accident not of the
extent to cause the SRS AIRBAGs to deploy, contact your SUBARU deal­er as soon as possible.
D If the pad section of the steering wheel or front passenger’s SRS AIR-
BAG cover is scratched, cracked, or otherwise damaged, contact your
SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.

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J Precautions for vehicle modification

WARNING

D Do not put any objects over the steering wheel pad and dash­board. If the SRS AIRBAG deploys, those objects could interfere
with its proper operation and could be propelled inside the vehi­cle and cause injury .
D Do not attach accessories to the windshield, or fit an extra­wide mirror over the rear view mirror. If the SRS AIRBAG deploys,
those objects could become projectiles that could seriously in­jure vehicle occupants.
D To avoid accidental actuation of the system or rendering the
system inoperative, which may result in serious injury, no modifi­cations should be made to any components or wiring of the SRS
AIRBAG.
This includes the installation of “custom” steering wheels or
additional trim material, or badges over the pad section of the
steering wheel. Installation of additional electrical/electronic
equipment such as a mobile two way radio on or near SRS AIR­BAG components and/or wiring is not advisable.

Do not put any objects over the
steering wheel pad and dashboard

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Do not attach accessories to the
windshield, or fit an extra-wide mir­ror over the rear view mirror.

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CAUTION

Do not perform any of the following modifications. Such modifi­cations can interfere with proper operation of the SRS AIRBAG
system.
D Attachment of any equipment (brush bar, winches, snow plow,
skid plate, etc.) other than SUBARU genuine accessory parts to
the front end.

D Modification of the suspension system and front end structure.
D Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the

original tire listed on the tire placard attached to the door jamb.

Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory
parts to your vehicle.

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