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Storage Compartment

■ Glove Box

To open the center console, push on the

button lightly and it will automatically

open.

▼ Cup Holder and Console Tray

CAUTION



Take care to avoid spills. Bever-

ages, if hot, might burn you and/

or your passengers. Spilled

beverages may also damage

upholstery, carpets or audio

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equipment.

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MT models



Do not pick up a cup from the cup

To open the glove box, pull the handle. To

holder or put a cup in the holder

close it, push the lid firmly upward.

while you are driving, as this may

distract you and lead to an acci-

■ Center Console

dent.



Take care not to spill a beverage

on the select lever/shift lever or

any switch(es) in the adjacent

area. If the beverage is spilled, it

may cause a malfunction of the

select lever/shift lever and/or

switch(es).

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AT models

The cup holder and console tray is built

into the center console.

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Bottle Holders

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6-4. Bottle Holders

6-5. Accessory Power

CAUTION

Outlets



Do not attempt to use a cigarette

CAUTION

lighter in the accessory power



Do not pick up a bottle from the

outlet.

bottle holder or put a bottle in the



Do not place any foreign objects,

holder while you are driving, as

especially metal ones such as

this may distract you and lead to

coins or aluminum foil, into the

an accident.

accessory power outlet. That



When placing a beverage in a

could cause a short circuit.

bottle holder, make sure it is

Always put the cap on the acces-

capped. Otherwise, the beverage

sory power outlet when it is not in

could spill when opening/closing

use.

the door or while driving and, if



Use only electrical appliances

the beverage is hot, it could burn

which are designed for 12 V DC.

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you and/or your passengers.

The maximum power rating of an

Power outlet in the glove box

appliance that can be connected

Accessory power outlets are provided in

is 120 W. Do not use an appliance

the glove box. Electrical power (12 V DC)

which exceeds the indicated

from the battery is available at any of the

wattage for each outlet.

outlets when the ignition switch is in either

the “ACC” or “ON” position.

When using appliances con-

You can use an in-vehicle electrical appli-

nected to two or more outlets

ance by connecting it to an outlet.

simultaneously, the total power

consumed by them must not

The maximum power rating of an appli-

exceed 120 W. Overloading the

ance that can be connected is 120 W. Do

accessory power outlet can

not use an appliance which exceeds the

cause a short circuit. Do not use

indicated wattage for each outlet.

double adapters or more than

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When using appliances connected to two

one electrical appliance.

or more outlets simultaneously, the total

The bottle holder equipped on each door

power consumed by them must not

trim can be used to hold beverage bottles

exceed 120 W.

and other items.

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USB Power Supply



If the plug on your electric appli-

6-6. USB Power Supply

 If a device is connected for a long

ance is either too loose or too

time when the engine is not

tight for the accessory power

running, doing so may cause the

CAUTION

outlet, this can result in a poor

risk of a discharged battery. Even

contact or cause the plug to get



The specification of a USB

when the engine is running, we

stuck. Only use plugs that fit

terminal that can be used is the A-

recommend that you do not

properly.

type. If a different specification of

connect a device for an unneces-

terminal is connected, power



Use of an electric appliance in the

sarily long time.

supply or charging may not be

accessory power outlet for a long

 Do not connect a malfunctioning

possible, or the device may

period of time while the engine is

device. Doing so may cause the

malfunction.

not running can cause battery

risk of smoke and fire.



There is a risk that a connected

discharge.

device may malfunction or data



Before driving your vehicle, make

may be damaged. The connection

NOTE

sure that the plug and the cord on

of a device shall be performed at

 The rated voltage of each USB

your electrical appliance will not

your responsibility.

terminal is 5 V/2.1 A (total 4.2 A). For

interfere with your shifting gears

and operating the accelerator and



To avoid an electric shock or a

details about the maximum rated

malfunction,

observe

the

power, refer to "How to Use the USB

brake pedals. If they do, do not

following precautions.

Power Supply"

) P217. Before

use the electrical appliance while

connecting a device, be sure to read

driving.

-

Do not connect a USB hub.

the instruction manual of the device

-

Do not insert any metal or

and check whether or not this specifi-

other foreign object into the

cation of the output is supported by the

USB terminal.

device. If a device that requires power

-

Do not spill water or other

exceeding the maximum rating is

liquid on the USB terminal.

connected, power supply or charging



Be careful not to pull the

may not be possible. Even if charging

connected cable. Doing so could

could be completed, the time required

break the USB terminal and the

for charging may be longer than when

connected device.

the genuine charger for that device is

used.

 Depending on the device, charging

may be possible only when a special

Ashtray (Dealer Option)

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cable is used. In this case, be sure to

When the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or

6-7. Ashtray (Dealer Option)

connect the device using the special

“ON” position, the power can be supplied

cable.

to the electronic device. Up to 5 V/2.1 A

CAUTION

 When a device that communicates

can be supplied from each terminal (total

with a PC is connected, power supply

of 4.2 A).



Do not use ashtrays as waste

or charging may not be possible.

receptacles or leave a lighted

 When connect a device for charging,

cigarette in an ashtray. This could

disconnect the device promptly after

cause a fire.

charging is completed.



Always extinguish matches and

cigarettes before putting them

■ How to Use the USB Power

into the ashtray, and then close

Supply

the ashtray securely. If you keep

the ashtray open, the fire of the

cigarette may spread to another

cigarette butt and start a fire.

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

Do not put flammable material 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-

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tray’s inner lid. Clean them off using a

toothbrush or a similar narrow-ended

Console USB power supply

(an audio

implement.

device can be connected and used)

Use the USB terminal to use or charge an

electronic device.

When using the USB, open the USB

power supply cover. After use, close it.

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Floor Mat

6-8. Floor Mat

 Do not use more than one floor

mat.

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The portable ashtray can be installed in

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each cup holder or bottle holder. For the

locations of the cup holders, refer to "Cup

CAUTION

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Holder and Console Tray" ) P214. For the

locations of the bottle holders, refer to

If the floor mat slips forward and

1. Insert the retaining hooks (clips) into

"Bottle Holders" ) P215.

interferes with the movement of the

the floor mat eyelets.

When using the ashtray, open the lid of

pedals during driving, it could

the ashtray. Fully close the lid after using

cause an accident. Observe the fol-

the ashtray to help reduce residual

lowing precautions to prevent the

smoke.

floor mat from slipping forward.

A

 Be sure to use a genuine

SUBARU floor mat designed with

grommets in the correct loca-

tions.

 Make sure that the driver’s floor

mat is placed back in its proper

location and is correctly secured

on its retaining pins.

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Under-Floor Storage Compartment (models with the flat tire repair kit)

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2. Turn the upper knob of each retaining

6-9. Under-Floor Storage

 Do not store spray cans,

hook (clip) to secure the floor mats in

containers with flammable or

Compartment (models with

place.

corrosive liquids or any other

the flat tire repair kit)

A: Always align the “

” marks.

dangerous items in the subfloor

storage compartment.

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The subfloor storage compartment is

located under the floor of the trunk and

can be used to store small items. To open

the lid, pull the tab or handle up.

NOTE

When storing a flat tire, put the sub-

floor storage in the trunk.

CAUTION

 Always keep the lid of the

subfloor storage compartment

closed while driving to reduce the

risk of injury in the event of

sudden stop or an accident.

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Fuel

need to add any fuel system cleaning

 Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) is

■ Fuel Filler Lid and Cap

agents to your fuel tank.

sometimes mixed with unleaded gasoline.

▼ Locations of the fuel filler lid

Many gasolines are now blended with

Methanol can be used in your vehicle

materials called oxygenates. Use of these

ONLY if it does not exceed 5% of the fuel

fuels can also help keep the air cleaner.

mixture AND if it is accompanied by suffi-

Oxygenated blend fuels, such as ethanol

cient quantities of the proper cosolvent

(ethyl or grain alcohol) may be used in

and corrosion inhibitors required to

your vehicle, but should contain no more

prevent damage to the fuel system. Do not

than 15% ethanol for the proper operation

use fuel containing methanol EXCEPT

of your SUBARU.

under these conditions.

Do not use any gasoline that contains

 If undesirable driveability problems are

experienced and you suspect they may be

more than 15% ethanol, including from

any pump labeled E30, E50 or E85 (which

fuel related, try a different brand of gaso-

are only some examples of fuel containing

line before seeking service at your

more than 15% ethanol).

SUBARU dealer.

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In addition, some gasoline suppliers are

 Fuel system damage or driveability

now producing reformulated gasolines,

problems which result from the use of

▼ Refueling

which are designed to reduce vehicle

improper fuel are not covered under the

emissions. SUBARU approves the use of

SUBARU Limited Warranty.

Only one person should be involved in

refueling. Do not allow others to approach

reformulated gasoline.

the area of the vehicle near the fuel filler

If you are not sure what the fuel contains,

pipe while refueling is in progress.

you should ask your service station oper-

ators if their gasolines contain detergents

Be sure to observe any other precautions

and oxygenates and if they have been

that are posted at the service station.

reformulated to reduce vehicle emissions.

1. Stop the vehicle, turn the ignition

As additional guidance, only use fuels

switch to the “OFF” position and turn off all

suited for your vehicle as explained in the

the other electrical components.

following description.

2. Push the rear side of the fuel filler lid.

 Fuel should be unleaded and have an

If the fuel filler lid is locked, perform one of

octane rating no lower than that specified

the operations below.

in this manual.

 Press the “

” button on the key fob.

Fuel

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 Press the unlock side of the power



When opening the cap, grasp it

door locking switch.

firmly and turn it slowly to the left.

3. The fuel filler lid opens automatically.

2

Do not remove the cap quickly.

Open it further by hand.

Fuel may be under pressure and

1

spray out of the fuel filler neck,

WARNING

especially in hot weather. If you

hear a hissing sound while you

Before opening the fuel filler cap,

are removing the cap, wait for the

first touch the vehicle body or a

sound to stop and then slowly

metal portion of the fuel pump or

open the cap to prevent fuel from

similar object to discharge any

spraying out and creating a fire

static electricity that may be present

hazard.

on your body. If your body is carry-

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ing an electrostatic charge, there is

1)

Open

a possibility that an electric spark

2)

Close

could ignite the fuel, which could

burn you. To avoid acquiring a new

4. Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it

static electric charge, do not get

slowly counterclockwise.

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back into the vehicle while refueling

is in progress.

WARNING

 Gasoline vapor is highly flam-

mable. Before refueling, always

turn the ignition switch to the

“OFF” position first and then

close all vehicle doors and

windows. Make sure that there

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are no lighted cigarettes, open

flames or electrical sparks in the

5.

Set the fuel filler cap on the cap holder

adjacent area. Only handle fuel

inside the fuel filler lid.

outdoors. Quickly wipe up any

spilled fuel.

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Fuel

WARNING

CAUTION

CAUTION



When refueling, insert the fuel

Do not let fuel spill on the exterior



Never add any cleaning agents to

nozzle securely into the fuel filler

surfaces of the vehicle. Because

the fuel tank. The addition of a

pipe. If the nozzle is lifted or not

fuel may damage the paint, be sure

cleaning agent may cause

fully inserted, its automatic stop-

to wipe off any spilled fuel quickly.

damage to the fuel system.

ping mechanism may not func-

Paint damage caused by spilled fuel



After refueling, turn the cap to the

tion, causing fuel to overflow the

is not covered under the SUBARU

right until it clicks to ensure that it

tank and creating a fire hazard.

Limited Warranty.

is fully tightened. If the cap is not



Stop refueling when the auto-

securely tightened, fuel may leak

matic stop mechanism on the fuel

out while the vehicle is being

NOTE

nozzle activates. If you continue

driven or fuel spillage could

 You will see the “

” sign in the

to add fuel, temperature changes

occur in the event of an accident,

fuel gauge. This indicates that the fuel

or other conditions may cause

creating a fire hazard.

filler lid is located on the right side of

fuel to overflow from the tank and



Do not let fuel spill on the exterior

the vehicle.

create a fire hazard.

surfaces of the vehicle. Because

 If the fuel filler cap is not tightened

fuel may damage the paint, be

until it clicks or if the tether is caught

6.

Stop filling the tank after the fuel filler

sure to wipe off any spilled fuel

under the cap, the CHECK ENGINE

pump automatically stops. Do not add any

quickly. Paint damage caused by

warning light/malfunction indicator

more fuel.

spilled fuel is not covered under

light may illuminate. Refer to "CHECK

the SUBARU Limited Warranty.

7. Put the cap back on and turn it clock-

ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction

wise until you hear a clicking noise. Be

Indicator Light" ) P136.



Always use a genuine SUBARU

certain not to catch the tether under the

 To lock the fuel filler lid, perform one

fuel filler cap. If you use the

cap while tightening.

of the operations below. However if

wrong cap, it may not fit or have

these operations are performed when

proper venting and your fuel tank

CAUTION

the fuel filler lid is open, the fuel filler

and emission control system may

lid will not lock when it is subsequently

be damaged. It could also lead to

Make sure that the cap is tightened

closed.

fuel spillage and a fire.

until it clicks to prevent fuel spillage

-

Press the “

” button on the key

in the event of an accident.

fob.

-

Press the lock side of the power

8. Close the fuel filler lid completely.

door locking switch.

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227

 Immediately put fuel in the tank

7-2. State Emission Testing

whenever the low fuel warning

(U.S. Only)

light illuminates. Engine misfires

as a result of an empty tank could

CAUTION

cause damage to the engine.

Continuing to operate your

Resultant vehicle damage due to

vehicle at an extremely low fuel

improper testing is not covered

level may result in a reduction of

under the SUBARU Limited War-

engine performance.

ranty and is the responsibility of the

state inspection program or its con-

tractors or licensees.

▼ If the fuel filler lid cannot be opened

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If the fuel filler lid cannot be opened due to

California and a number of federal states

a malfunction or a dead battery, it can be

1. Remove the access cover at the right-

have Inspection/Maintenance programs

opened from the trunk.

side of the trunk trim.

to inspect your vehicle’s emission control

system. If your vehicle does not pass this

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test, some states may deny renewal of

your vehicle’s registration.

Your vehicle is equipped with a computer

1

that monitors the performance of the

engine’s emission control system. Certi-

fied emission inspectors will inspect the

On-Board Diagnostic (OBDII) system as

part of the state emission inspection

process. The OBDII system is designed to

detect engine and transmission problems

that might cause the vehicle emissions to

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exceed allowable limits. OBDII inspec-

1) Lever

tions apply to all 1996 model year and

newer passenger cars and trucks. Over

2. Push the yellow lever to unlock the fuel

30 states plus the District of Columbia

filler lid.

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Starting and Stopping Engine

229

7-4. Starting and Stopping

 Do not start the engine near dry

CAUTION

foliage, paper, or other flammable

Engine

Small animals trapped in the cool-

substances. The exhaust pipe

ing fan and belt of the engine may

and exhaust emissions can

■ Safety Precautions

result in a malfunction. Check that

create a fire hazard at high

Refer to "Safety Precautions" ) P94.

no small animal enters the engine

temperatures.

compartment and under the vehicle

■ Operating Range for Push-

before starting the engine.

Button Start System

CAUTION

NOTE

Refer to "Operating Range for Push-

 If the engine is stopped during

Button Start System" ) P125.

Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid,

driving, the catalyst may overheat

washer fluid and other fluid levels

and burn.

■ General Precautions When

should be checked daily, weekly or at

 When starting the engine, be sure

fuel stops.

Starting Engine

to sit in the driver’s seat.

WARNING

NOTE

7



Never start the engine from

 It may be difficult to start the engine

outside the vehicle. It may result

when the battery has been discon-

in an accident.

nected and reconnected (for mainte-



Do not leave the engine running

nance or other purposes). This

in locations with poor ventilation,

difficulty is caused by the electroni-

such as a garage and indoors.

cally controlled throttle’s self-diag-

The exhaust gas may enter the

nosis function. To overcome it, keep

vehicle or indoors, and it may

the ignition switch in the “ON” position

result in carbon monoxide

for approximately 10 seconds before

poisoning.

starting the engine.

 Avoid rapid racing and rapid accel-

eration immediately after the engine

has started.

 After the engine starts, the engine

speed will be kept high.

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Starting and Stopping Engine

231

 After the engine starts, the engine

▼ MT models

▼ AT models

speed will be kept high.

 Do not shift the select lever

(AT

1. Carry the access key fob, and sit in the

1. Carry the access key fob, and sit in the

models) while the starter is cranking.

driver’s seat.

driver’s seat.

2. Apply the parking brake.

2. Apply the parking brake.

3. Shift the shift lever to neutral.

3. Make sure the select lever is in the “P”

4. Depress the brake pedal and clutch

position. The engine can also start when

pedal.

the select lever is in the

“N” position,

however, for safety reasons, start in the

5. While depressing the clutch pedal,

“P” position.

press the push-button ignition switch.

1

4. Depress the brake pedal.

NOTE

5. While depressing the brake pedal,

In case the engine does not start by

press the push-button ignition switch.

the normal engine start procedure,

move the shift lever to the neutral

NOTE

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position, and switch the power to

 In case the engine does not start by

“ACC”. Depress the clutch pedal, and

the normal engine start procedure,

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1) Push-button ignition switch

press the push-button ignition switch

move the select lever to the “P” posi-

for at least

15 seconds. The engine

tion, and switch the power to “ACC”.

When the push-button ignition switch is

may start. Only use this engine start

Depress the brake pedal, and press the

pressed while depressing the clutch pedal

procedure in case of emergency.

push-button ignition switch for at least

(MT models) or the brake pedal

(AT

15 seconds. The engine may start. Only

models), the engine will start. The starting

use this engine start procedure in case

procedure for the engine is as follows.

of emergency.

 When the engine is not started, the

brake pedal may feel stiff. In such a

case, depress the brake pedal more

forcefully than usual. Press the push-

button ignition switch to start the

engine.

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Manual Transmission

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▼ When the steering lock cannot be

▽ When the display of warning

7-5. Manual Transmission

released

messages

There may be a malfunction in the

steering lock function. Immediately

contact your nearest SUBARU dealer.

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This manual transmission is a completely

1) Push-button ignition switch

synchromesh,

6-forward-speed and

1-

reverse-speed transmission.

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When you cannot restart the engine due

to the steering lock, check the status of

The shift pattern is shown on the shift

operation indicator and perform the

lever knob.

following steps.

To change the shift lever position:

▽ How to released steering lock

1. Depress the clutch pedal.

2. To shift into all positions other than

1. Check that the shift lever is set in

“R”, move the shift lever accordingly.

neutral (MT models) or select lever is set

in the “P” position (AT models).

2. Depress the brake pedal and keep it.

3. Press the push-button ignition switch

while turning the steering wheel left and

right.

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Manual Transmission

 Do not engage the clutch (i.e.,

Shift up

mph (km/h)

release the clutch pedal)

4th to 5th

27 (43) to 43 (69)

suddenly when starting the

5th to 6th

35 (56) to 52 (83)

1

vehicle. By doing so the vehicle

might unexpectedly accelerate or

▼ Gear shift indicator

the transmission could malfunc-

tion.

CAUTION

 Shift into reverse ONLY when the

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vehicle has completely stopped.

1) Slider

It may cause damage to the trans-

mission to try shifting into

3. To shift into the “R” position, hold up

reverse when the vehicle is

1

the slider, move the lever to the “R” posi-

2

moving.

tion, then release the slider.

 Do not shift the shift lever without

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4. Gradually release the clutch pedal.

depressing the clutch pedal.

If it is difficult to shift into gear, put the

1) Upshift indicator

transmission in neutral, release the clutch

2) Gear position indicator

■ Shifting Speeds

pedal momentarily, and then try again.

The gear position indicator shows the

▼ Recommended shifting speeds

position of the shift lever.

WARNING

The best compromise between fuel

When shifting up is recommended for

 Do not drive the vehicle with the

economy and vehicle performance during

good fuel economy, the upshift indicator

clutch disengaged (i.e., when the

normal driving is ensured by shifting up at

blinks.

clutch pedal is depressed) or with

the speeds listed in the following table.

The gear shift indicator can be activated

the shift lever in the neutral posi-

or deactivated. The default setting is

tion. Engine braking has no effect

Shift up

mph (km/h)

deactivated. For details, refer to "Settings

in either of these conditions and

1st to 2nd

12 (19) to 14 (22)

Display" ) P157.

the risk of an accident is conse-

2nd to 3rd

18 (29) to 23 (37)

quently increased.

3rd to 4th

22 (35) to 34 (54)

Automatic Transmission

235

■ Driving Tips

When it is necessary to reduce vehicle

7-6. Automatic Transmission

speed due to slow traffic, turning corners,

or driving up steep hills, downshift to a

The automatic transmission is electroni-

WARNING

lower gear before the engine starts to

cally controlled and provides 6 forward

labor.

speeds and 1 reverse speed. It also has a

When shifting down a gear, ensure

manual mode.

On steep downgrades, downshift the

that the engine speed does not

transmission to 5th, 4th, 3rd or 2nd gear

enter the red zone. Failure to

WARNING

as necessary; this helps to maintain a safe

observe this precaution can lead to

speed and to extend brake pad life.

engine over-revving and this in turn

Do not shift from the “P” or “N”

can result in engine damage.

In this way, the engine provides a braking

position into the “D” or “R” position

effect. Remember, if you “ride” (over use)

while depressing the accelerator

In addition, sudden application of

the brakes while descending a hill, they

pedal. This may cause the vehicle to

engine brakes when the vehicle is

may overheat and not work properly.

lurch forward or backward.

travelling on a slippery surface can

The engine may, on rare occasions, knock

lead to wheel locking; as a conse-

when the vehicle rapidly accelerates or

quence, control of the vehicle may

rapidly pulls away from a standstill. This

CAUTION

be lost and the risk of an accident

phenomenon is not an indication of a



Observe the following precau-

7

increased.

problem in your vehicle.

tions. Failure to observe these

With the exception of cases where sudden

precautions could cause damage

NOTE

acceleration is required, do not drive the

to the transmission.

If the accelerator and brake pedals are

vehicle with the pointer of the tachometer

-

Shift into the “P” or “R” posi-

inside the red area. Failure to observe this

depressed at the same time, driving

tion only after the vehicle has

precaution can lead to excessive engine

torque may be restrained. This is not a

completely stopped.

malfunction.

wear and poor fuel economy.

-

Do not shift from the “D” posi-

Do not drive with your foot resting on the

tion into the “R” position or

clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to

vice versa until the vehicle

hold your vehicle at a standstill on an

has completely stopped.

upgrade. Either of those actions may

cause clutch damage.

Do not drive with your hand resting on the

shift lever. This may cause wear on the

transmission components.

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236

Automatic Transmission



Do not race the engine for more

shift to the normal timing after the

■ Select Lever

engine has warmed up.

than 5 seconds in any position

 Immediately after transmission fluid

except the “N” or “P” position

is replaced, you may feel that the trans-

when the brake is applied or when

mission operation is somewhat

chocks are used in the wheels.

unusual. This results from invalidation

This may cause the transmission

of data which the on-board computer

fluid to overheat.

has collected and stored in memory to



Never move the vehicle rearward

allow the transmission to shift at the

by inertia with the select lever set

most appropriate times for the current

in a forward driving position or

condition of your vehicle. Optimized

move the vehicle forward by

shifting will be restored as the vehicle

inertia with the select lever set in

continues to be driven for a while.

the “R” position. Doing so may

 Place the shift boot to the original

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result in an unexpected accident

position after it is lifted. If the shift lever

or malfunction.

: Shift with the brake pedal depressed

is operated with the shift boot in the



When parking the vehicle, first

and push-button ignition switch in the “ON”

rolled up position, the shift boot may

position. When shifting between “P” and “D”,

securely apply the parking brake

have tension and it may disturb the

depress the brake pedal and securely stop

and then place the select lever in

shift lever operation.

the vehicle before shifting.

the “P” position. Do not park for a

 When the vehicle is idling at high

The select lever has four positions, “P”,

long time with the select lever in

rpm in order to warm up, and the

“R”, “N”, “D” and also has a manual gate

any other position as doing so

vehicle is on a slippery road, the trans-

for using the manual mode.

could result in a dead battery.

mission may automatically shift to 2nd

gear for stopping and starting off.

NOTE

NOTE

To protect the engine while the select

 When the engine coolant tempera-

lever is in the “P” or “N” position, the

ture is still low, the transmission will

engine is controlled so that the engine

shift at higher engine speeds than

speed may not become too high even

when the coolant temperature is suffi-

if the accelerator pedal is depressed

ciently high in order to shorten the

hard.

warm-up time and improve driveability.

The gearshift timing will automatically

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 When driving uphill, prevents unneces-

Depress the brake pedal first, and then

▼ Shift lock release using the shift

sary upshifting and downshifting.

operate the select lever.

lock release portion

 When driving downhill, downshifting is

 Only the “P” position allows you to turn

Perform the following procedure to

performed at engine speeds higher than

the push-button ignition switch to the

release the shift lock.

usual.

“OFF” position.

1. Apply the parking brake and stop the

 When driving on curves, prevents

▼ Shift lock release

engine.

upshifting even when accelerating.

 When the brake pedal is depressed

If the select lever cannot be operated, turn

firmly, downshifting is automatically

the ignition switch back to the “ON” posi-

performed, fully utilizing engine braking.

tion then move the select lever to the “P”

position with the brake pedal depressed.

 When the accelerator pedal is

suddenly released, prevents upshifting.

If the select lever does not move after

performing the above procedure, refer to

NOTE

"Shift lock release using the shift lock

Adaptive control operates automati-

release portion" )

P238.

cally when the select lever is in the “D”

position. The function is canceled

when the paddle shift levers are oper-

ated or the select lever is shifted to the

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“M” position.

2. Using a flathead screwdriver, remove

the cover. To prevent damage to the

■ Shift Lock Function

vehicle, wrap the tip of the flathead screw-

The shift lock function helps prevent the

driver with a rag, etc.

improper operation of the select lever.

 The select lever cannot be operated

unless the ignition switch is turned to the

“ON” position and the brake pedal is

depressed.

 The select lever cannot be moved from

the

“P” position to any other position

before the brake pedal is depressed.

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toward “-” or “+” or operating the “-” or “+”

The gear changes once each time the

shift paddle.

select lever or a shift paddle is operated.

The selected gear, from “M1” to “M6”, will

be displayed on the combination meter.

3

When in manual mode, the gear will not

1

change unless the select lever or a shift

paddle is operated, except in the following

2

situations.

 When the vehicle speed drops

4

(downshift only)

 When the engine oil temperature is

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high and the engine speed approaches

close to the red zone

3. While depressing the brake pedal,

If an upshift is attempted while the vehicle

insert the screwdriver into the hole, press

speed is low, the gear will not be changed.

the shift lock release portion using the

screwdriver, and then move the select

lever.

CAUTION

7

If the select lever does not move after

Do not place or hang anything on

performing the above procedure, the shift

the shift paddles. Doing so may

lock system may be malfunctioning.

4

3

result in accidental gear shifting.

Contact a SUBARU dealer for an inspec-

tion as soon as possible.

NOTE

 If a downshift is attempted at a

■ Selection of Manual Mode

vehicle speed where a downshift is not

▼ Selecting gears in manual mode

possible

(when the engine speed

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Shift the select lever to the “M” position to

would enter the red zone if a downshift

1)

Upshift indicator

is performed), the downshift warning

change to manual mode.

2)

Downshift indicator

buzzer will sound to inform the driver

When the upshift/downshift indicators are

3)

Upshift

that a downshift cannot be performed.

illuminated, the vehicle can be driven in a

4)

Downshift

 You can perform a skip-shift (for

selected gear by shifting the select lever

example, from 4th to 2nd) by operating

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Automatic Transmission

the shift paddle twice in rapid succes-

The selected gear, from “M1” to “M6”, will

gravel covered road), you can start off

sion.

be displayed on the combination meter.

from a standstill safely and easily by first

 If the temperature of the transmis-

selecting Snow mode.

sion fluid becomes too high, the “AT

NOTE

 Always apply the foot or parking brake

OIL TEMP” warning light will illumi-

 In the following situations, tempo-

when the vehicle is stopped in the “D” or

nate. Immediately stop the vehicle in a

rary manual mode will be cancelled.

“R” position.

safe place and let the engine idle until

-

When the vehicle speed is low

 Make sure to apply the parking brake

the warning light turns off.

-

When the accelerator pedal is

when parking your vehicle. Do not hold

depressed continuously for a

the vehicle with only the transmission.

▼ Temporary manual mode driving

certain amount of time or more

 Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary

While driving with the select lever in “D”, if

-

When the accelerator pedal is

position on an uphill grade by using the

a shift paddle is operated, the gear can

depressed heavily

“D” position. Use the brake instead.

temporarily be selected. In this case, “M”

-

When the select lever is shifted

 The engine may, on rare occasions,

and the selected gear number will be

to a position other than “D”

knock when the vehicle rapidly acceler-

displayed on the combination meter. (If

-

When the “+” shift paddle switch

ates or rapidly pulls away from a standstill.

the engine speed approaches close to the

is held down for a period of time

This phenomenon does not indicate a

red zone, an upshift will automatically be

When a downshift is attempted at a

malfunction.

performed.)

vehicle speed where a downshift is not

possible

(when the engine speed

2

1

would enter the red zone if a downshift

is performed), the downshift warning

buzzer will sound to inform the driver

that a downshift cannot be performed.

■ Driving Tips

NOTE

If the accelerator and brake pedals are

depressed at the same time, driving

torque may be restrained. This is not a

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malfunction.

1) Upshift

 On a road surface where there is a risk

2) Downshift

of wheelspin (for example, a snow- or

Driving Mode Select Switch (If Equipped)

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7-7. Driving Mode Select

If the mode is changed to Sport mode

Use Snow mode for accelerating and

while driving with the select lever in the “D”

driving on slippery road surfaces such as

Switch (If Equipped)

position, the selected gear, from “D1” to

snow.

“D6”, will be displayed on the meter.

By pressing the driving mode select

switch the following modes can be

NOTE

selected to suit driving and usage condi-

NOTE

To prevent slipping, 1st gear cannot be

tions:

 In Sport mode, lower gears are used

selected when in Snow mode.

and gears change at a higher engine

■ Normal Mode

speed.

■ Driving Mode Select Switch

 Sport mode cannot be changed to

Provides an optimal balance of fuel

when driving with adaptive cruise

economy, quietness, and dynamic perfor-

control/cruise control activated.

mance. Suitable for normal driving.

 While the engine is cool, you cannot

change to Sport mode.

■ Sport Mode

 If tire slip is detected on a slippery

road surface while in Sport mode,

Sport mode may be cancelled.

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■ Snow Mode

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 To select the Sport mode, press the

SPORT switch.

 To select the Snow mode, press the

SNOW switch.

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To cancel Sport mode or Snow mode,

The Sport mode indicator light comes on.

press the same side of the switch again.

Use Sport mode for sporty driving or when

driving in mountainous regions with lots of

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curves.

The Snow mode indicator light comes on.

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Active Sound Control

NOTE

7-8. Active Sound Control

7-9. Power Steering

In the following situations, the driving

The active sound control provides

mode will automatically change to nor-

dynamic engine sounds. When driving

mal mode:

with Sport mode selected, the engine

 When the engine is turned off after

sounds will be particularly loud.

driving in Sport mode or Snow mode.

 When adaptive cruise control/cruise

NOTE

control is activated while driving in

Sport mode.

The operational/non-operational set-

 If a malfunction occurs in the engine

ting of the Active Sound Control can

or automatic transmission electrical

be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Con-

control system while Sport mode or

tact your SUBARU dealer for details.

Snow mode is selected.

When the driving mode is changed,

 When in Sport mode and the idling

the sound of the active sound control

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speed is high during warm-up or when

will be stopped for approximately 1

the road surface is slippery and stop-

second, this is not a malfunction.

Power steering warning light

ping/starting off is automatically

The vehicle is equipped with an electric

performed in second gear.

power steering system. When the ignition

switch is turned to the “ON” position, the

power steering warning light on the combi-

nation meter illuminates to inform the

driver that the warning system is func-

tioning properly. Then, if the engine

started, the warning light turns off to

inform the driver that the steering power

assist is operational.

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the power steering control system has

7-10. Braking

CAUTION

an opportunity to cool down. However,

if the power steering is operated in a

While the power steering warning

■ Braking Tips

non-standard way which causes

light is illuminated, there may be

power assist limitation to occur too

more resistance when the steering

WARNING

frequently, this may result in a mal-

wheel is operated. Drive carefully to

function of the power steering control

Never rest your foot on the brake

the nearest SUBARU dealer and

system.

pedal while driving. This can cause

have the vehicle inspected immedi-

dangerous overheating of the

ately.

brakes and needless wear on the

brake pads.

NOTE

If the steering wheel is operated in the

▼ When the brakes get wet

following ways, the power steering

control system may temporarily limit

When driving in rain or after washing the

the power assist in order to prevent

vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a

the system components, such as the

result, brake stopping distance will be

control computer and drive motor,

longer. To dry the brakes, drive the

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from overheating.

vehicle at a safe speed while lightly

 The steering wheel is operated

depressing the brake pedal to heat up the

frequently and turned sharply while the

brakes.

vehicle is maneuvered at extremely low

speeds, such as while frequently

▼ Use of engine braking

turning the steering wheel during

Remember to make use of engine braking

parallel parking.

in addition to foot braking. When

 The steering wheel remains in the

descending a grade, if only the foot brake

fully turned position for a long period

is used, the brakes may start working

of time.

improperly because of brake fluid over-

At this time, there will be more resis-

heating, caused by overheated brake

tance when steering. However this is

pads. To help prevent this, shift into a

not a malfunction. Normal steering

lower gear to get stronger engine braking.

force will be restored after the steering

wheel is not operated for a while and

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