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Vanity mirror with light (if
equipped)

CAUTION

Keep the vanity mirror cover closed
while the car is being driven to avoid
being distracted by the light.

To use the vanity mirror, swing down the
sun visor and open the vanity mirror cover.
The light beside the vanity mirror illumi-
nates when the mirror cover is opened.

NOTE

Use of the vanity mirror light for a long
period of time while the engine is not
running can cause battery discharge.

Storage compartment

CAUTION

Always keep the storage com-

partment closed while driving to
reduce the risk of injury in the
event of a sudden stop or an
accident.

Do not store spray cans, contain-

ers with flammable or corrosive
liquids or any other dangerous
items in the storage compart-
ment.

Glove box

Rotate the key clockwise to lock.

Rotate the key counterclockwise to un-
lock.

To open the glove box, pull the handle.
To close it, push the lid firmly upward.

NOTE

For models with the “keyless access

with push-button start system”, use the
emergency key to lock or unlock the
glove box.
.

The emergency key is directional. If

the key cannot be inserted, change the
direction that the grooved side is facing
and insert it again.

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Center console

The center console box provides a storage
space.

Card holder

The top of the console can be used as an
armrest.

Cup holders

CAUTION

Do not pick up a cup from the cup

holder or put a cup in the holder
while you are driving, as this may
distract you and lead to an acci-
dent.

Take care to avoid spills. Bev-

erages, if hot, might scald you

and/or your passengers. Spilled
beverages may also damage up-
holstery or carpets.

When a cup in the rear passen-

ger’s cup holder contains a bev-
erage, do not fold down the rear
seatback. Otherwise, the bever-
age could spill and, if the bev-
erage is hot, it could scald you
and/or your passengers.

Front passenger’s cup holder

A dual cup holder is built into the center
console.

Rear passenger’s cup holder (if equipped)

A dual cup holder is built into the armrest.

Bottle holders

CAUTION

Do not pick up a bottle from the

bottle holder or put a bottle in the
holder while you are driving, as
this may distract you and lead to
an accident.

When placing a beverage in a

bottle holder, make sure it is
capped. Otherwise, the beverage
could spill when opening/closing
the door or while driving and, if
the beverage is hot, it could scald
you and/or your passengers.

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The bottle holder equipped on each door
trim can be used to hold beverage bottles
and other items.

Accessory power outlets

Electrical power (12V DC) is available at
any of the accessory power outlets when
the ignition switch is in either the “ACC” or
“ON” position. Accessory power outlets
are located in the following places.

Power outlet below the climate control
dials

Power outlet in the center console

You can use an in-vehicle electrical appli-
ance by connecting it to an outlet.
The maximum power rating of an appli-
ance that can be connected is 120W.

CAUTION

Do not attempt to use a cigarette

lighter in the accessory power
outlets.

Do not place any foreign objects,

especially metal ones such as
coins or aluminum foil, into the
accessory power outlet. That
could cause a short circuit. Al-
ways put the cap on the acces-
sory power outlet when it is not in
use.

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Use only electrical appliances

which are designed for 12V DC.

The maximum power rating of an
appliance that can be connected
is 120W. Do not use an appliance
which exceeds the indicated wat-
tage for each outlet.

When using appliances con-

nected to two outlets simulta-
neously, the total power con-
sumed by them must not exceed
120W. Overloading the accessory
power outlet can cause a short
circuit. Do not use double adap-
ters or more than one electrical
appliance.

If the plug on your electric appli-

ance is either too loose or too
tight for the accessory power
outlet, this can result in a poor
contact or cause the plug to get
stuck. Only use plugs that fit
properly.

Use of an electric appliance in the

accessory power outlet for a long
period of time while the engine is
not running can cause battery
discharge.

Before driving your vehicle, make

sure that the plug and the cord on
your electrical appliance will not

interfere with your shifting gears
and operating the accelerator
and brake pedals. If they do, do
not use the electrical appliance
while driving.

NOTE

When the lid of the center console is
closed, an opening remains between
the center console and the lid to allow
the power outlet in the center console
to be used. Pass the cord of the
electrical appliance through this open-
ing.

Use with a cigarette lighter
(dealer option)

To use the accessory power outlet as a
cigarette lighter socket, purchase the
cigarette lighter plug, which is an optional
accessory. A cigarette lighter plug is
available from your SUBARU dealer.
The cigarette lighter operates only when
the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC”
position.
To use the cigarette lighter, push in the
knob and wait a few moments. It will
automatically spring up when ready for
use.

WARNING

To avoid being burned, never grasp
the lighter by the end with the
heating element. Doing so could
result in injury and could also da-
mage the heating element.

CAUTION

Do not hold the lighter pushed in,

because it will overheat.

The electrical power socket is

originally designed to use a gen-
uine SUBARU cigarette lighter
plug. Do not use a non-genuine

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cigarette lighter plug in the sock-
et. Doing so may cause a short-
circuit and overheating, resulting
in a fire.

If the socket is ever used for a

plug-in accessory such as a cell
phone, that may damage the
portion of the socket’s internal
mechanism that causes a cigar-
ette lighter plug to “pop out” after
its lighter element is heated.
Therefore, do not place a cigar-
ette lighter plug in a socket that
has been used, even once, to
power a plug-in accessory. Doing
so may cause the plug to stick
and overheat, creating a potential
fire hazard.

USB power supply

CAUTION

The specification of a USB term-

inal that can be used is the A-
type. If a different specification of
terminal is connected, power
supply or charging may not be
possible, or the device may mal-
function.

There is no guarantee even when

a connected device malfunctions
or data is damaged. The connec-
tion of a device shall be per-
formed at your responsibility.

To avoid an electric shock or a

malfunction, observe the follow-
ing precautions.

– Do not connect a USB hub.

– Do not insert any metal or

other foreign object into the
USB terminal.

– Do not spill water or other

liquid on the USB terminal.

When you have connected a

cable, pay attention not to pull
on the connected cable with your
legs. Otherwise, it may result in
injury to you by falling over, or a

malfunction of the connected
device.

If a device is connected for a long

time when the engine is not
running, doing so may cause the
risk of a discharged battery. Even
when the engine is running, we
recommend that you do not con-
nect a device for an unnecessa-
rily long time.

Do not connect a malfunctioning

device. Doing so may cause the
risk of smoke and fire.

NOTE

The USB power supply is designed

to supply a maximum rated power of DC
5V/2.1A or DC 5V/1A. Before connect-
ing a device, be sure to read the
instruction manual of the device and
check whether or not this specification
of the output is supported by the
device. If a device that requires power
exceeding the maximum rating is con-
nected, power supply or charging may
not be possible. Even if charging could
be completed, the time required for
charging may be longer than when the
genuine charger for that device is used.
.

Depending on the device, charging

may be possible only when a special

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cable is used. In this case, be sure to
connect the device using the special
cable.
.

When a device that communicates

with a PC is connected, power supply
or charging may not be possible.
.

When connect a device for charging,

disconnect the device promptly after
charging is completed.

2 terminal type USB power supply
-

DC 5V/2.1A*

Audio devices can be connected and
used.

*: The available electricity of the two USB
terminals is a maximum of 4.2 A.

1 terminal type USB power supply
-

DC 5V/1A

Audio devices can be connected and
used

When the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or
“ON” position and a USB electronic device
is connected to the USB terminal, DC 5V
power can be supplied to the device. Use
the USB terminal to use or charge an
electronic device.

Ashtray (dealer option)

CAUTION

Observe the following precautions.
Not doing so could result in a fire.

Always extinguish matches and

cigarettes before putting them
into the ashtray, and then close
the ashtray securely.

Do not put flammable material in

the ashtray.

Do not leave a lighted cigarette in

the ashtray.

Do not leave a lot of cigarette

butts in the ashtray.

NOTE

Particles of ash and tobacco will accu-
mulate around the hinges of the ash-
tray’s inner lid. Clean them off using a
toothbrush or a similar narrow-ended
implement.

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The portable ashtray can be installed in
each cup holder or bottle holder. For the
locations of the cup holders, refer to “Cup
holders” F6-6. For the locations of the
bottle holders, refer to “Bottle holders” F6-
6.

When using the ashtray, open the lid of the
ashtray. Fully close the lid after using the
ashtray to help reduce residual smoke.

Floor mat

CAUTION

If the floor mat slips forward and
interferes with the movement of the
pedals during driving, it could cause
an accident. Observe the following
precautions to prevent the floor mat
from slipping forward.

Be sure to use a genuine
SUBARU floor mat or an equiva-
lent designed with grommets in
the correct locations.

Make sure that the driver’s floor

mat is placed in its proper loca-
tion and is correctly secured on
its retaining pins.

Do not use more than one floor

mat.

Retaining pins are located on the driver’s
side floor.
The floor mat should be properly secured
using the built-in grommets, by placing the
grommets over the pins and pushing them
downward.

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Coat hook

A coat hook is attached to the rear
passenger’s hand grip.

WARNING

Obey the following instructions.

Do not hang coat hangers or

other hard or pointed objects on
the coat hooks. Hang clothing
directly on the coat hooks with-
out using hangers.

Before hanging clothing on the

coat hooks, make sure there are
no pointed objects in the pock-
ets.

If these instructions are ignored, the
following may occur in sudden
stops or in a collision.

serious injuries by the items

thrown through the cabin.

incorrect SRS curtain airbag de-

ployment

CAUTION

Never hang anything on the coat
hook that might obstruct the driver’s
view or that could cause injury in
sudden stops or in a collision. And
do not hang items on the coat hook
that weigh 11 lbs (5 kg) or more.

Shopping bag hook
(5-door models)

CAUTION

Do not hang items on the shopping
bag hook that weigh 6 lbs (3 kg) or
more.

A shopping bag hook is attached to each
side of the cargo area.

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Cargo area cover (5-door
models – if equipped)

The cargo area cover is provided for
covering the cargo area and to protect its
contents from direct sunlight. This cover is
detachable to make room for additional
cargo.

Using the cover

To extend the cover, pull the end of the
cover out of the housing, then insert its
hooks into the catches as shown. To
rewind it, unhook it from the catches and
it will rewind automatically. You should
hold on to the cover and guide it back into
the cover housing while it is rewinding.

WARNING

Do not place anything on the ex-
tended cover. Putting excessive
weight on the extended cover can
break it and an object on the cover
could tumble forward in the event of
a sudden stop or collision. This
could cause serious injury.

CAUTION

Be careful not to scratch the rear
gate stays while extending and re-
winding the cover.

Scratches on the stays could cause
leakage of gas from the stays, which
may result in their inability to hold
the rear gate open.

To remove the cover housing

1. Rewind the cover.

2. Push the cover housing to the right
side and shorten it.
3. Take it off the retainer.

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Stowage of the cargo area
cover

The cargo area cover can be stowed in
under the cargo floor.

1. Raise and fold the rear end of the cargo
floor board.

2. Stow the cover housing in the cargo
area end.

3. Put the cargo floor board back while
hanging two retaining straps on the hooks
that are located on the rear wall of cargo
area.

To install the cover housing

The right end of the cargo area cover is a
sliding structure.

1. Insert the right end of the cover into the
recessed portion with the arrow mark
facing upward.
2. Hold the cover housing securely and
insert the left end of the cover into the
recessed portion.

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Cargo tie-down hooks
(5-door models – if equipped)

The cargo area is equipped with two or
four tie-down hooks so that cargo can be
secured with a cargo net or ropes.
When using the front tie-down hooks, turn
them down out of the storing recesses.

CAUTION

The cargo tie-down hooks are de-
signed only for securing light cargo.
Never try to secure cargo that ex-
ceeds the capacity of the hooks. The
maximum load capacity is 22 lbs (10
kg) per hook.

Under-floor storage compart-
ment (sedan – if equipped)

The storage compartments are located
under the floor of the trunk. They can be
used to store small items.

NOTE

The shape of the storage compart-

ment may be different depending on the
model.
.

When storing a flat tire, put the

storage tray in the trunk.

CAUTION

Always keep the lids closed while

driving to reduce the risk of injury
in the event of a sudden stop or
an accident.

Do not store spray cans, contain-

ers with flammable or corrosive
liquids or any other dangerous
items in the storage compart-
ment.

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Rear view camera

Refer to the separate navigation/audio
Owner’s Manual.

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Fuel .......................................................................... 7-3

Fuel requirements .................................................. 7-3
Fuel filler lid and cap ............................................. 7-4

State emission testing (U.S. only) ......................... 7-7
Preparing to drive ................................................... 7-8
Starting and stopping the engine (models

without push-button start system) ..................... 7-9

Starting engine ...................................................... 7-9
Stopping the engine.............................................. 7-11

Starting and stopping engine (models with

push-button start system)................................. 7-12

Safety precautions ................................................ 7-12
Operating range for push-button start system ....... 7-12
Starting engine ..................................................... 7-12
Stopping engine.................................................... 7-14
When access key fob does not operate properly ... 7-14

Remote engine start system (dealer option) ...... 7-15

Remote engine starter transceiver (fob)................. 7-15
Alternate operation method for models with

“keyless access with push-button start
system” .............................................................. 7-18

Entering the vehicle while it is running via

remote start ........................................................ 7-18

Entering the vehicle following remote engine

start shutdown.................................................... 7-19

Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the

vehicle................................................................ 7-19

Remote transmitter program (Remote engine

starter transceiver).............................................. 7-19

System maintenance ............................................. 7-19
Certification for remote engine starter ................... 7-21

Manual transmission ............................................ 7-21

Shifting speeds .................................................... 7-22
Driving tips........................................................... 7-23

Continuously variable transmission ................... 7-23

Continuously variable transmission features ......... 7-24
Select lever .......................................................... 7-25
Selection of manual mode (if equipped) ................ 7-26
Selection of “L” (if equipped)................................ 7-28
Shift lock function ................................................ 7-29
Driving tips........................................................... 7-30

Power steering...................................................... 7-30

Power steering warning light ................................ 7-30
Power steering system features ............................ 7-30

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

Braking tips.......................................................... 7-31
Brake system ....................................................... 7-32
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators................ 7-33

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)............................. 7-33

ABS self-check ..................................................... 7-34
ABS warning light................................................. 7-34

Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)

system ................................................................ 7-34

Steps to take if EBD system malfunctions............. 7-34

Vehicle Dynamics Control system ...................... 7-35

Safety precautions................................................ 7-35
System features.................................................... 7-36
Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor ............ 7-37
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch................... 7-37

Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

(U.S.-spec. models) ........................................... 7-38

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Parking your vehicle............................................. 7-40

Parking brake ....................................................... 7-40
Parking tips .......................................................... 7-40

Hill start assist system......................................... 7-42

To activate/deactivate the Hill start assist

system................................................................ 7-43

Hill start assist warning light/Hill start assist

OFF indicator light .............................................. 7-45

Cruise control (if equipped) ................................. 7-45

To set cruise control ............................................. 7-46
To temporarily cancel the cruise control................ 7-47
To turn off the cruise control................................. 7-48
To change the cruising speed ............................... 7-48

BSD/RCTA (if equipped) ....................................... 7-49

System features .................................................... 7-50
System operation.................................................. 7-52
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light/warning

buzzer ................................................................ 7-53

BSD/RCTA OFF indicator ...................................... 7-55
BSD/RCTA warning indicator ................................ 7-55
BSD/RCTA OFF switch.......................................... 7-56
Certification for the BSD/RCTA ............................. 7-57
Handling of radar sensors .................................... 7-58

Reverse Automatic Braking System

(if equipped) ....................................................... 7-59

Reverse Automatic Braking System overview........ 7-59
Operating conditions ............................................ 7-61
Reverse Automatic Braking System operation....... 7-63
Canceling the Reverse Automatic Braking

system operation............................................... 7-66

Reverse Automatic Braking system ON/OFF

setting............................................................... 7-67

RAB warning indicator.......................................... 7-68
Handling of the sonar sensors .............................. 7-68

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Fuel

CAUTION

Use of a fuel which is low in

quality or use of an inappropriate
fuel additive may cause damage
to the engine and/or fuel system.

Some gas stations, particularly

those in high altitude areas, offer
fuels posted as regular octane
gasoline with an octane rating
below 87 AKI (90 RON). Use of
those fuels are not recom-
mended.

Fuel requirements

The engine is designed to operate using
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
of 87 AKI (90 RON) or higher.

Mexico only

Add a bottle of genuine SUBARU fuel
additive to the fuel every 15,000 km (9,000
miles). Refer to an authorized SUBARU
dealer for details.

Fuel octane rating

Using a gasoline with a lower octane rating
can cause persistent and heavy knocking,
which can damage the engine. Do not be

concerned if your vehicle sometimes
knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or
when you accelerate. Contact your
SUBARU dealer if you use a fuel with the
specified octane rating and your vehicle
knocks heavily or persistently.

RON

This octane rating is the Research Octane
Number.

AKI

This octane rating is the average of the
Research Octane and Motor Octane num-
bers and is commonly referred to as the
Anti Knock Index (AKI).

Unleaded gasoline

The neck of the fuel filler pipe is designed
to accept only an unleaded gasoline filler
nozzle. Under no circumstances should
leaded gasoline be used because it will
damage the emission control system and
may impair driveability and fuel economy.

Reformulated gasoline

SUBARU supports the use of reformulated
gasoline when available. Reformulated
gasoline has been blended to burn more
cleanly and reduce vehicle emissions.

MMT

Some gasoline contains an octane-enhan-
cing additive called MMT (Methylcyclo-

pentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl). If
you use such fuels, your emission control
system performance may deteriorate and
the CHECK ENGINE warning light/Mal-
function indicator light may turn on. If this
happens, return to your authorized
SUBARU Dealer for service. If it is
determined that the condition is caused
by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be
covered by your warranty.

Gasoline for cleaner air

Your use of gasoline with detergent ad-
ditives will help prevent deposits from
forming in your engine and fuel system.
This helps keep your engine in tune and
your emission control system working
properly, and is a way of doing your part
for cleaner air. If you continuously use a
high quality fuel with the proper detergent
and other additives, you should never
need to add any fuel system cleaning
agents to your fuel tank.

Many gasolines are now blended with
materials called oxygenates. Use of these
fuels can also help keep the air cleaner.
Oxygenated blend fuels, such as ethanol
(ethyl or grain alcohol) may be used in your
vehicle, but should contain no more than
15% ethanol for the proper operation of
your SUBARU.

Do not use any gasoline that contains

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more than 15% ethanol, including from any
pump labeled E30, E50 or E85 (which are
only some examples of fuel containing
more than 15% ethanol).

In addition, some gasoline suppliers are
now producing reformulated gasolines,
which are designed to reduce vehicle
emissions. SUBARU approves the use of
reformulated gasoline.

If you are not sure what the fuel contains,
you should ask your service station op-
erators if their gasolines contain deter-
gents and oxygenates and if they have
been reformulated to reduce vehicle emis-
sions.

As additional guidance, only use fuels
suited for your vehicle as explained in the
following description.
.

Fuel should be unleaded and have an

octane rating no lower than that specified
in this manual.
.

Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) is

sometimes mixed with unleaded gasoline.
Methanol can be used in your vehicle
ONLY if it does not exceed 5% of the fuel
mixture AND if it is accompanied by
sufficient quantities of the proper cosol-
vents and corrosion inhibitors required to
prevent damage to the fuel system. Do not
use fuel containing methanol EXCEPT
under these conditions.

If undesirable driveability problems are

experienced and you suspect they may be
fuel related, try a different brand of gaso-
line before seeking service at your
SUBARU dealer.
.

Fuel system damage or driveability

problems which result from the use of
improper fuel are not covered under the
SUBARU Limited Warranty.

CAUTION

Do not let fuel spill on the exterior
surfaces of the vehicle. Because fuel
may damage the paint, be sure to
wipe off any spilled fuel quickly.
Paint damage caused by spilled fuel
is not covered under the SUBARU
Limited Warranty.

Fuel filler lid and cap

Locations of the fuel filler lid and the
lid release lever

Fuel filler lid
1)

Sedan

5-door models

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