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Turn signal lever ................................................... 3-74

One-touch lane changer ........................................ 3-75

Wiper and washer ................................................. 3-75

Windshield wiper and washer switches ................. 3-76
Rear window wiper and washer switch

(5-door models) .................................................. 3-78

Mirrors ................................................................... 3-79

Inside mirror ......................................................... 3-79
Auto-dimming mirror/compass (if equipped) .......... 3-79

Auto-dimming mirror/compass with HomeLink

(if equipped) ...................................................... 3-80

Outside mirrors .................................................... 3-87

Defogger and deicer (if equipped) ...................... 3-88
Tilt/telescopic steering wheel .............................. 3-89

Heated Steering Wheel system (if equipped) ......... 3-90

Horn ....................................................................... 3-91

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Ignition switch (models with-
out “keyless access with
push-button start system”)

WARNING

Never turn the ignition switch to

the “LOCK” position while the
vehicle is being driven or towed
because that will lock the steer-
ing wheel, preventing steering
control. And when the engine is
turned off, it takes a much greater
effort than usual to steer.

Before leaving the vehicle, al-

ways remove the key from the
ignition switch for safety and
never allow an unattended child
to remain in the vehicle. Failure to
follow this procedure could re-
sult in injury to a child or others.
Children could operate the power
windows, the moonroof or other
controls or even make the vehicle
move.

CAUTION

Do not attach a large key holder or
key case to either key. If it banged
against your knees or hands while
you are driving, it could turn the
ignition switch from the “ON” posi-
tion to the “ACC” or “LOCK” posi-
tion, thereby stopping the engine.
Also, if the key is attached to a key
holder or to a large bunch of other
keys, centrifugal force may act on it
as the vehicle moves, resulting in
unwanted turning of the ignition
switch.

The ignition switch has four positions:
LOCK, ACC, ON and START.

NOTE

Keep the ignition switch in the

“LOCK” position when the engine is
not running.
.

Using electrical accessories for a

long time with the ignition switch in the
“ON” or “ACC” position can cause the
battery to go dead.
.

If the ignition switch will not move

from the “LOCK” position to the “ACC”
position, turn the steering wheel
slightly to the left and right as you turn
the ignition switch.

Key positions

Position

Description

LOCK

The key can only be inserted
or removed in this position.
The ignition switch will lock
the steering wheel when you
remove the key.

ACC

In this position the electrical
accessories (audio, acces-
sory power outlet, etc.) can be
used.

This is the normal operating
position after starting the en-
gine.

START

The engine is started in this
position.

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CAUTION

Do not turn the ignition switch to the
“START” position while the engine
is running.

NOTE

To turn the key from the “ACC” to

“LOCK” position, the select lever must
be in the “P” position (CVT models) and
the key must be pushed in and turned.
.

If your registered key fails to start

the engine, pull out the key once (the
security indicator light will blink), and
then insert the key again and turn it to
the “START” position again to restart
the engine.

The engine may not start in the

following cases:

– The key grip is touching another
key or a metallic key holder.

– The key is near another key that
contains an immobilizer transpon-
der.
– The key is near or touching
another transmitter.

Key reminder chime

The reminder chime sounds when the
driver’s door is opened and the ignition
switch is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” position.

The chime stops under the following
conditions.
.

when the ignition switch is turned to the

“ON” position
.

when the key is removed from the

ignition switch
.

when the driver’s door is closed

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Ignition switch light
(if equipped)

For easy access to the ignition switch in
the dark, the ignition switch light illumi-
nates when the driver’s door is opened or
when the driver’s door is unlocked using
the remote keyless entry transmitter.

The light remains illuminated for several
tens of seconds and then gradually turns
off under the following conditions.
.

when the driver’s door is closed

when the doors are unlocked using the

remote keyless entry transmitter

The light turns off immediately under the
following conditions.
.

when the ignition switch is turned to the

“ON” position
.

when all doors and the rear gate (5-

door models) are locked using the remote
keyless entry transmitter

Push-button ignition switch
(models with “keyless access
with push-button start sys-
tem”)

Safety precautions

Refer to “Safety precautions” F2-4.

Operating range for push-
button start system

Sedan
1)

Antenna

Operating range

5-door models
1)

Antenna

Operating range

NOTE

If the access key fob is not detected

within the operating range of the anten-
nas inside the vehicle, the push-button
ignition switch and the engine start
cannot be operated.
.

Even when the access key fob is

outside the vehicle, if it is placed too
close to the glass, it may be possible to
switch the power or to start the engine.
.

Do not leave the access key fob in

the following places. It may become
impossible to operate the push-button
ignition switch and the engine start. It
may also cause a false warning to issue

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although no malfunction actually oc-
curs, or not to issue a warning when
any malfunction occurs.

– On the instrument panel
– On the floor
– Inside the glove box
– Inside the door trim pocket
– On the rear seat
– On the rear shelf (sedan)
– Inside the trunk (sedan)
– In the cargo area (5-door models)

When operating the push-button

ignition switch or starting the engine,
if the access key fob battery is dis-
charged, perform the procedure de-
scribed in “Access key fob – if access
key fob does not operate properly” F9-
18. In such a case, replace the battery
immediately. Refer to “Replacing bat-
tery of access key fob” F11-48.

Switching power status

Operation indicator

Push-button ignition switch

The power is switched every time the
push-button ignition switch is pressed.
1. Carry the access key fob, and sit in the
driver’s seat.
2. Shift the shift lever in neutral (MT
models) or the select lever in the “P”
position (CVT models).
3. Press the push-button ignition switch
without depressing the clutch pedal (MT
models) or the brake pedal (CVT models).
Every time the button is pressed, the
power is switched in the sequence of
“OFF”, “ACC”, “ON” and “OFF”. When
the engine is stopped and the push-button
ignition switch is in “ACC” or “ON”, the

operation indicator on the push-button
ignition switch illuminates in orange.

Power

status

Indicator color

Operation

OFF

Turned off

Power is turned

off.

ACC

Orange

The following

systems can be

used:

audio and ac-

cessory power

outlet.

Orange

(while engine is

stopped)

All electrical

systems can be

used.

Turned off

(while engine is

running)

CAUTION

When the push-button ignition

switch is left in “ON” (while the
engine is not running) or “ACC”
for a long time, it may result in
vehicle battery discharge.

Do not spill drinks or other liquids

on the push-button ignition
switch. It may cause a malfunc-
tion.

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Do not touch the push-button

ignition switch with a hand soiled
with oil or other contaminants. It
may cause a malfunction.

If the push-button ignition switch

does not operate smoothly, stop
the operation. Contact a SUBARU
dealer immediately.

If the push-button ignition switch

does not illuminate even when
the instrument panel illumination
is turned on, have the vehicle
inspected at a SUBARU dealer.

If the vehicle was left in the hot

sun for a long time, the surface of
the push-button ignition switch
may get hot. Be careful not to
burn yourself.

NOTE

When operating the push-button

ignition switch, firmly press it all the
way.
.

If the push-button ignition switch is

pressed quickly, the power may not
turn on or off.
.

If the indicator light on the push-

button ignition switch flashes in green
when the push-button ignition switch is
pressed, steering is locked. When this
occurs, press the push-button ignition

switch while turning the steering wheel
left and right.

Battery drainage prevention func-
tion

When the push-button ignition switch is left
in the “ACC” or “ON” position for approxi-
mately 1 hour, the push-button ignition
switch will be automatically switched to
“OFF” to prevent the battery from going
dead.

When access key fob does
not operate properly

Refer to “Access key fob – if access key
fob does not operate properly” F9-18.

Hazard warning flasher

The hazard warning flasher is used to warn
other drivers when you have to park your
vehicle under emergency conditions. The
hazard warning flasher works regardless
of the position of the ignition switch.

To turn on the hazard warning flasher,
push the hazard warning button on the
instrument panel. All the turn signal lights
and the turn signal indicator lights will
flash. To turn off the flasher, push the
button again.

NOTE

When the hazard warning flasher is on,
the turn signals do not work.

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Meters and gauges

NOTE

Some of the meters and gauges on the
combination meter use liquid-crystal
displays. You will find their indications
hard to see if you wear polarized
glasses.

Speedometer

The speedometer shows the vehicle
speed.

Tachometer

The tachometer shows the engine speed
in thousands of revolutions per minute.

CAUTION

Do not operate the engine with the
pointer of the tachometer in the red
zone. In this range, fuel injection will
be cut by the engine control module
to protect the engine from overrev-
ving. The engine will resume run-
ning normally after the engine speed
is reduced below the red zone.

Odometer

TRIP RESET switch

Type A combination meter

Type B combination meter

This meter displays the odometer when
the ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
The odometer shows the total distance
that the vehicle has been driven.

NOTE

If you press the TRIP RESET switch
when the ignition switch is in the
“LOCK”/“OFF” or “ACC” position, the
odometer/trip meter will light up.
The indicators will turn off when:
.

The TRIP RESET switch is not oper-

ated for approximately 10 seconds.

The driver’s door is opened and then

closed.

Double trip meter

TRIP RESET switch

Type A combination meter

Type B combination meter

This meter displays the two trip meters
when the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position.
The trip meter shows the distance that the
vehicle has been driven since you last set
it to zero.

The display can be switched as shown in
the following sequence by pressing the
TRIP RESET switch.

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To set the trip meter to zero, select the A
trip or B trip meter by pressing the TRIP
RESET switch and keep the knob pressed
for more than 2 seconds.

CAUTION

To ensure safety, do not attempt to
change the function of the indicator
during driving, as an accident could
result.

NOTE

If the connection between the com-

bination meter and battery is broken for
any reason such as vehicle mainte-
nance or fuse replacement, the data
recorded on the trip meter will be lost.
.

If you press the TRIP RESET switch

when the ignition switch is in the
“LOCK”/“OFF” or “ACC” position, the
odometer/trip meter will light up. It is
possible to switch between the A trip
meter and B trip meter indications while
the odometer/trip meter is lit up.

In addition, it is possible to reset the trip
meter by pressing and holding the TRIP
RESET switch.
The indicators will turn off when:

– The TRIP RESET switch is not
operated for approximately 10 sec-
onds.
– The driver’s door is opened and
then closed.

Fuel gauge

TRIP RESET switch

Type A combination meter

Type B combination meter

The fuel gauge is displayed when the
ignition is in the “ON” position, and it shows
the approximate amount of fuel remaining
in the tank.

The gauge indication may change slightly
during braking, turning or acceleration due
to fuel level movement in the tank.

NOTE

You will see the “

” sign in the fuel

gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler
door (lid) is located on the right side of
the vehicle.
.

If you press the TRIP RESET switch

while the ignition switch is in the
“LOCK”/“OFF” or “ACC” position, the
fuel gauge will light up and indicate the
amount of fuel remaining in the tank.
The indicators will turn off when:

– The TRIP RESET switch is not
operated for approximately 10 sec-
onds.
– The driver’s door is opened and
then closed.

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ECO gauge (if equipped)

Type A combination meter

Type B combination meter

The ECO gauge shows the difference
between the current rate of fuel consump-
tion and the average rate of fuel consump-
tion since the trip meter was last reset.

If the ECO gauge moves towards the +
side, this indicates better fuel efficiency.

NOTE

The ECO gauge shows only an

approximate indication of fuel effi-
ciency.
.

After resetting the trip meter, the

average rate of fuel consumption is not
shown until you have driven for 1 mile
(or 1 km). Before that time, the ECO

gauge does not operate.

Combination meter settings

Meter and vehicle settings can be set on
the combination meter.

Type A combination meter

Various adjustments can be made, such
as switching units shown on the combina-
tion meter and adjusting the warning tone
volume.
While the ignition switch is in the “OFF”
position, each press of TRIP RESET
switch results in items shown in the table
below being switched.

Item

Combination

meter display

Possible

settings

A trip

—

B trip

—

Gauge
needle
sweep
function

On/Off

Changing
the unit*

mile/km

Warning
volume*

Lv. 1/Lv. 2/Lv. 3

*: if available

NOTE

If you switch the units on the combi-

nation meter, the units on the multi-
function display (black and white) also
switches accordingly.
.

If either of the following conditions

is met, the combination meter setting
mode will be canceled.

– The driver’s door is opened.
– The TRIP RESET switch is not
operated for approximately 10 sec-
onds or more.

Switching method

1. Push the ignition switch in the “OFF”
position.

TRIP RESET switch

2. Press the TRIP RESET switch repeat-

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edly until the item you want to change is
displayed.
3. Press and hold the TRIP RESET
switch while the item to be changed is
displayed, the setting of the item will be
switched.

Type B combination meter

Meter and vehicle settings can be set on
the combination meter display (color
LCD). Refer to “Menu screens” F3-39.

Illumination brightness con-
trol

The illumination brightness of the instru-
ment panel illuminates under the following
conditions.
.

when the light switch is in the “

” or

“

” position

when the light control switch is in the

“AUTO” position and the headlights illumi-
nate automatically

You can adjust the illumination brightness
for better visibility.

To brighten, turn the control dial upward.
To darken, turn the control dial downward.

NOTE

When the control dial is turned fully

upward, the illumination brightness
becomes the maximum and the auto-
matic dimming function does not work
at all.
.

The brightness setting is not can-

celed even when the ignition switch is
turned to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position.

Auto dimmer cancel function
(if equipped)

When the ambient light is bright, the
illumination brightness is set to the max-
imum regardless of the position of the
control dial. In this case, you cannot adjust
the illumination brightness by using the
control dial. When the ambient light is dark,
you can dim the illumination brightness as
described above.

The operational/non-operational setting
and sensitivity of the auto dimmer cancel
function can be changed by your SUBARU
dealer. Contact your SUBARU dealer for
details.

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Warning and indicator

Initial illumination for system
check

Several of the warning and indicator lights
illuminate when the ignition switch is
initially turned to the “ON” position. This
permits checking the operation of the
bulbs.

Apply the parking brake and turn the
ignition switch to the “ON” position. For
the system check, several of the following
lights illuminate and then turn off after
several seconds or after the engine has
started.

: Seatbelt warning light

(The seatbelt warning light turns off
only when the driver fastens the seat-
belt.)

: Front passenger’s seatbelt warning

light
(The seatbelt warning light turns off
only when the front seat passenger
fastens the seatbelt.)

: SRS airbag system warning light

ON /

: Front passenger’s frontal airbag

ON indicator light

: Front passenger’s frontal airbag

OFF indicator light

: CHECK ENGINE warning light/Mal-

function indicator light

: Coolant temperature low indicator

light/Coolant temperature high warn-
ing light

: Charge warning light

: Oil pressure warning light

: Engine low oil level warning light

: Windshield washer fluid warning light

: AT OIL TEMP warning light

(CVT models)

: Low tire pressure warning light

(U.S.- spec. models)

: ABS warning light

: Brake system warning light

: Low fuel warning light

: Hill start assist warning light/Hill start

assist OFF indicator light

: Door open warning light

: AWD warning light (CVT models)

: Power steering warning light

: Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/

Vehicle Dynamics Control operation
indicator light

: Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator

light

: Cruise control indicator light

(if equipped)

: Cruise control set indicator light

(if equipped)

: Automatic headlight beam leveler

warning light (models with LED head-
lights)

If any lights fail to illuminate, it indicates a
burned-out bulb or a malfunction of the
corresponding system.
Consult your authorized SUBARU dealer
for repair.

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Seatbelt warning light
and chime

Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt
warning device at the driver’s and front
passenger’s seat, as required by current
safety standards.
With the ignition switch turned to the “ON”
position, this device reminds the driver and
front passenger to fasten their seatbelts by
illuminating the warning lights in the loca-
tions indicated in the following illustration
and sounding a chime.

Driver’s warning light

Front passenger’s warning light

Operation

If the driver and/or front passenger have/
has not yet fastened the seatbelt(s) when
the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position, the seatbelt warning light(s) will
illuminate for several seconds, to warn that
the seatbelt(s) is/are unfastened. If the
driver’s seatbelt is not fastened, a chime
will also sound simultaneously.

NOTE

If the driver’s and/or front passen-

ger’s seatbelt(s) are/is still not fastened
several seconds later, the seatbelt
warning device operates as follows
according to the vehicle speed.

– At speeds lower than approxi-
mately 9 mph (15 km/h)

The warning light(s) for unfastened
seatbelt(s) will alternate between
steady illumination and flashing at
15-second intervals. The chime will
not sound.
– At speeds higher than approxi-
mately 9 mph (15 km/h)
The warning light(s) for unfastened
seatbelt(s) will alternate between
flashing and steady illumination at
15-second intervals and the chime
will sound while the warning light(s)
is/are flashing.

It is possible to cancel the warning

operation that follows the short warn-
ing after turning ON the ignition switch.
When the ignition switch is turned ON
next time, however, the complete se-
quence of the warning operation re-
sumes. For further details about can-
celing the warning operation, please
contact your SUBARU dealer.

If there is no passenger on the front
passenger’s seat, the seatbelt warning
device for the front passenger’s seat will
be deactivated. The front passenger’s
occupant detection system monitors
whether or not there is a passenger on
the front passenger’s seat.
Observe the following precautions. Failure
to do so may prevent the device from
functioning correctly or cause the device to

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fail.
.

Do not install any accessory such as a

table or TV onto the seatback.
.

Do not store a heavy load in the

seatback pocket.
.

Do not allow the rear seat occupant to

place his/her hands or legs on the front
passenger’s seatback, or allow him/her to
pull the seatback.
.

Do not use front seats with their back-

ward-forward position and seatback not
being locked into place securely. If any of
them are not locked securely, adjust them
again. For adjusting procedure, refer to
“Manual seat” F1-5.

If the seatbelt warning device for the front
passenger’s seat does not function cor-
rectly (e.g., it is activated even when the
front passenger’s seat is empty or it is
deactivated even when the front passen-
ger has not fastened his/her seatbelt), take
the following actions.
.

Ensure that no article is placed on the

seat other than a child restraint system and
its child occupant, although we strongly
recommend that all children sit in the rear
seat properly restrained.
.

Ensure that there is no article left in the

seatback pocket.
.

Ensure that the backward-forward po-

sition and seatback of front passenger’s

seat are locked into place securely by
moving the seat back and forth.

If still the seatbelt warning device for front
passenger’s seat does not function cor-
rectly after taking relevant corrective ac-
tions described above, immediately con-
tact your SUBARU dealer for an inspec-
tion.

SRS airbag system
warning light

WARNING

If the warning light exhibits any of
the following conditions, there may
be a malfunction in the seatbelt
pretensioners and/or SRS airbag
system. Immediately take your vehi-
cle to your nearest SUBARU dealer
to have the system checked. Unless
checked and properly repaired, the
seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS
airbag will not operate properly in
the event of a collision, which may
increase the risk of injury.

Flashing or flickering of the warn-

ing light

No illumination of the warning

light when the ignition switch is
first turned to the “ON” position

Continuous illumination of the

warning light

Illumination of the warning light

while driving

For details about the components mon-
itored by the warning light, refer to “SRS
airbag system monitors” F1-70.

Front passenger’s frontal air-
bag ON and OFF indicators

: Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON

indicator

: Front passenger’s frontal airbag OFF

indicator

The front passenger’s frontal airbag ON
and OFF indicators show you the status of
the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag.

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The indicator is displayed near the map
lights.
When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position, both the ON and OFF
indicators illuminate for 6 seconds during
which time the system is checked. Follow-
ing the system check, both indicators turn
off for 2 seconds. After that, one of the
indicators illuminates depending on the
status of the front passenger’s SRS frontal
airbag determined by the SUBARU ad-
vanced frontal airbag system monitoring.
If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag
is activated, the passenger’s frontal airbag
ON indicator will illuminate while the OFF
indicator will remain off.
If the front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag
is deactivated, the passenger’s frontal
airbag ON indicator will remain off while
the OFF indicator will illuminate.
With the ignition switch turned to the “ON”
position, if both the ON and OFF indicators
remain illuminated or off simultaneously
even after the system check period, the
system is malfunctioning. Contact your
SUBARU dealer immediately for an in-
spection.

CHECK ENGINE warn-
ing light/Malfunction
indicator light

CAUTION

If the CHECK ENGINE light illumi-
nates while you are driving, have
your vehicle checked/repaired by
your SUBARU dealer as soon as
possible. Continued vehicle opera-
tion without having the emission
control system checked and re-
paired as necessary could cause
serious damage, which may not be
covered by your vehicle’s warranty.

If this light illuminates steadily or blinks
while the engine is running, it may indicate
that there is at least one problem or
potential problem somewhere in the emis-
sion control system.

If the light illuminates steadily

If the light illuminates steadily while driving
or does not turn off after the engine starts,
an emission control system malfunction
has been detected.
You should have your vehicle checked by
an authorized SUBARU dealer immedi-
ately.

NOTE

This light also illuminates when the fuel
filler cap is not tightened until it clicks.

If you have recently refueled your vehicle,
the cause of the CHECK ENGINE warning
light/malfunction indicator light illuminating
could be a loose or missing fuel filler cap.
Remove the cap and retighten it until it
clicks. Make sure nothing is interfering with
the sealing of the cap. Tightening the cap
will not make the CHECK ENGINE warn-
ing light turn off immediately. It may take
several driving trips. If the light does not
turn off, take your vehicle to your author-
ized SUBARU dealer immediately.

If the light is blinking

If the light is blinking while driving, an
engine misfire condition has been de-
tected which may damage the emission
control system.
To prevent serious damage to the emis-
sion control system, you should do the
following.
.

Reduce vehicle speed.

Avoid hard acceleration.

Avoid steep uphill grades.

Reduce the amount of cargo, if possi-

ble.

The CHECK ENGINE warning light may

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stop blinking and illuminate steadily after
several driving trips. You should have your
vehicle checked by an authorized
SUBARU dealer immediately.

Coolant temperature
low indicator light/
Coolant temperature
high warning light

CAUTION

After turning the ignition switch

to the “ON” position, if this
indicator light/warning light be-
haves in any of the following
ways, the electrical system may
be malfunctioning. Contact your
SUBARU dealer immediately for
an inspection.

– It remains blinking in RED.

– It remains illuminated in RED

for more than 2 seconds.

– It remains blinking in RED and

BLUE alternately.

While driving, if this indicator

light/warning light behaves in
any of the following ways, take
the specified appropriate mea-
sure listed below.

– Blinking or illuminated in

RED:
Safely stop the vehicle as
soon as possible, and refer to
the emergency steps to take in
the case of engine overheat-
ing. After that, have the sys-
tem checked by your nearest
SUBARU dealer. Refer to “En-
gine overheating” F9-13.

– Blinking in RED and BLUE

alternately:
The electrical system may be
malfunctioning. Contact your
SUBARU dealer for an inspec-
tion.

This coolant temperature low indicator
light/coolant temperature high warning
light has the following three functions.
.

Illumination in BLUE indicates insuffi-

cient warming up of the engine
.

Blinking in RED indicates that the

engine is close to overheating
.

Illumination in RED indicates overheat-

ing condition of the engine

For a system check, this indicator light/
warning light illuminates in RED for ap-
proximately 2 seconds when the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON” position. After
that, this indicator light/warning light

changes to BLUE and maintains illumina-
tion in BLUE. This BLUE illuminated light
turns off when the engine is warmed up
sufficiently.

If the engine coolant temperature in-
creases over the specified range, the
indicator light/warning light blinks in RED.
At this time, the engine is close to over-
heating.

If the engine coolant temperature in-
creases further, the indicator light/warning
light illuminates in RED continuously. At
this time, the engine may be overheating.

When the indicator light/warning light
blinks in RED or illuminates in RED, safely
stop the vehicle as soon as possible, and
refer to the emergency steps to take in the
case of engine overheating. Refer to
“Engine overheating” F9-13. After that,
have the system checked by your nearest
SUBARU dealer.

Also, if the indicator light/warning light
often blinks in RED, the electrical system
may be malfunctioning. Contact your
SUBARU dealer for an inspection.

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NOTE

If the engine is restarted after a certain
driving condition, this indicator light/
warning light may illuminate in RED.
However, this is not a malfunction if the
indicator light/warning light turns off
after a short time.

Charge warning light

If this light illuminates when the engine is
running, it may indicate that the charging
system is not working properly.

If the light illuminates while driving or does
not turn off after the engine starts, stop the
engine at the first safe opportunity and
check the alternator belt. If the belt is
loose, broken or if the belt is in good
condition but the light remains illuminated,
contact your nearest SUBARU dealer
immediately.

Oil pressure warning
light

If this light illuminates when the engine is
running, it may indicate that the engine oil
pressure is low and the lubricating system
is not working properly.
If the light illuminates while driving or does
not turn off after the engine starts, stop the
engine at the first safe opportunity and

check the engine oil level. If the oil level is
low, add oil immediately. If the engine oil is
at the proper level but the light remains
i l l u m i n a t e d , c o n t a c t y o u r n e a r e s t
SUBARU dealer immediately.
For details about checking the engine oil
level or adding the engine oil, refer to
“Engine oil” F11-8.

CAUTION

Do not operate the engine with the
oil pressure warning light illumi-
nated. This may cause serious en-
gine damage.

Engine low oil level
warning light

This light illuminates when the engine oil
level decreases to the lower limit.
If the engine low oil level warning light
illuminates while driving, park the vehicle
in a safe and level location, and then check
the engine oil level. When the engine oil
level is not within the normal range, refill
with engine oil. Refer to “Engine oil” F11-
8.
If the warning light does not turn off after
refilling the engine oil, or the warning light
illuminates even though the engine oil
level is within the normal range, have the

vehicle checked by a SUBARU dealer.

NOTE

The warning light may stay illumi-

nated when the engine is started
straight after topping up or changing
the engine oil. In such cases, park the
vehicle on a level surface and wait for
more than a minute until the oil level
settles, after which the warning light
will turn off.
.

The warning light may illuminate

temporarily in the following conditions
because a low oil level may be detected
as a result of significant oil movement
in the engine.

– when the vehicle is considerably
inclined on an uphill or steep slope
– when the vehicle has continu-
ously accelerated and decelerated
– when the vehicle is continuously
turned
– when the vehicle is driven on a
road that alternates continuously
between uphill and downhill

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