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Subaru BRZ (2023 year). Manual in english - page 10

BSD/RCTA (If Equipped)

275

following two conditions: (1) This device

 Canada-spec. models

may not cause harmful interference, and

(2) this device must accept any interfer-

ence received, including interference that

may cause undesired operation.

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276

BSD/RCTA (If Equipped)

 Mexico-spec. models

 Do not expose the bumper near

the radar sensors to strong

Certificado de homologacion:

impacts. If a sensor becomes

RLVCOSR15-0442

misaligned, a system malfunction

may occur, including the inability

Continental SRR3-A

to detect vehicles entering the

detection areas. If any strong

Este equipo opera a titulo secundario,

consecuentemente, debe aceptar

shock is applied to the bumper,

interferencias perjudiciales incluyendo

be sure to contact your SUBARU

equipos de la misma clase y puede no

dealer for inspection.

causar interferencias a sistemas operando

 Do not disassemble the radar

a titulo primario.

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sensors.

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CAUTION

NOTE

■ Handling of Radar Sensors

To ensure correct operation of the

If the radar sensors require repair or

BSD/RCTA, observe the following

replacement, or the bumper area

precautions.

around the radar sensors requires

repair, paintwork or replacement, con-

 Always keep the bumper surface

tact your SUBARU dealer for assis-

near the radar sensors clean.

tance.

 Do not affix any stickers or other

items on the bumper surface near

the radar sensors. For details,

consult your SUBARU dealer.

 Do not modify the bumper near

the radar sensors.

 Do not paint the bumper near the

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radar sensors.

Radar sensors

The radar sensors, one on each side of

the vehicle, are mounted inside the rear

bumper.

278

Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) System (If Equipped)

tion for statistical processing or similar

purposes.

1

■ Reverse Automatic Braking

(RAB) System Overview

4

The Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB)

system will operate the following 2 func-

tions using 4 sonar sensors.

 Sonar Audible Alarm function

2

Object Close Behind

The Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB)

system detects objects rearward and

warns the driver by warning message on

the center information display and

4

warning beeps.

 Automatic Braking function

The Automatic Braking function detects

objects rearward and if there is a high risk

3

Apply Brake To Hold Position

of a collision, the system decelerates the

vehicle and controls the braking to reduce

damage.

4

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1) When reversing

2) When either strong automatic braking or torque control is applied to prevent collision (in this

case, short warning beeps or continuous warning beeps will sound)

3) When the vehicle is stopped by the system (in this case, the continuous beep will remain

sounding)

4) Object (e.g., a wall)

Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) System (If Equipped)

279

NOTE

WARNING

 In the following cases, the Reverse

If your vehicle is trapped on a rail-

Automatic Braking (RAB) system will

road crossing and you are trying to

not operate. Promptly contact a

escape by reversing through the

SUBARU dealer to have the system

crossing gate, the system may rec-

inspected.

ognize the crossing gate as an

-

The EyeSight warning indicator

1

obstacle and brake may activate. In

is illuminated.

2

3

this case, remain calm and either

-

The RAB warning indicator is

continue to depress the accelerator

illuminated.

pedal or cancel the system. To can-

 In the following cases, the Reverse

cel the system, refer to "Canceling

Automatic Braking

(RAB) system

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the Reverse Automatic Braking

cannot be operated.

(RAB) System Operation" ) P285.

1)

EyeSight warning indicator

-

The RAB OFF indicator is illumi-

2)

RAB warning indicator

nated.

3)

RAB OFF indicator

 In the following cases, the functions

■ Operating Conditions

may not be able to properly work.

 The ignition switch is in the “ON” posi-

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The Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB)

Promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to

tion.

system will operate when all of the

have the system inspected.

following conditions are met.

 The EyeSight warning indicator is off.

-

A sticker, paint, or a chemical is

 The RAB warning indicator is off.

applied to the sonar sensors or the

 The RAB OFF indicator is off.

rear bumper near the sonar sensor.

-

The rear bumper is modified.

 The select lever is in the “R” position.

-

The rear bumper has been

Sonar Audible Alarm function

removed and attached.

 The Sonar Audible Alarm is set to “ON”.

-

The ground clearance is

 The vehicle speed is from 0 to 9 mph (0

changed due to the vehicle’s

to 15 km/h).

loading condition or modification.

Automatic Braking function

-

There is damage to the sonar

sensors or the rear bumper near the

 The Automatic Braking is set to “ON”.

sonar sensor.

 The vehicle speed is from 1 to 9 mph

(1.5 to 15 km/h).

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Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) System (If Equipped)

281

-

The vehicle is significantly

inclined.

-

The ground clearance is signifi-

cantly reduced due to the vehicle’s

loading condition, etc.

-

When the sonar sensor is

misaligned due to a collision or an

accident.

Surrounding environment:

-

A cloth banner, flag, hanging

branch or railroad crossing bars are

present in the reversing direction.

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702037

-

When reversing on a gravel or

grassy area.

-

When reversing in an area where

objects or walls are adjacent to the

vehicle such as narrow tunnels,

narrow bridges, narrow roads or

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narrow garages.

-

Wheel track or hole is present in

the ground of the reversing direc-

tion.

-

When reversing over a drainage

cover (grating cover).

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702388

-

The path of the reversing direc-

-

Reversing in a garage with a low

tion is inclined such as on a steep

ceiling or a tunnel.

uphill.

-

A curb or step is present in the

-

When reversing downhill.

reversing direction.

-

There is a patch of snow rear-

ward.

-

There is a puddle of water.

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Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) System (If Equipped)

283

Guideline of detecting range

▼ Obstacle detected and alert level

Range of detected

Distance

Alert level

Alarm pattern

object^*

indicator

1

Long proximity (object detected)

35 in (90 cm) or more

Green

No warning sound

Medium proximity alert (approaching

28 to 35 in (70 to 90 cm)

Yellow

Short beeps

the object)

Short proximity alert (approaching

20 to 28 in (50 to 70 cm)

Orange

Rapid short beeps

closer to the object)

Closest proximity alert (too close to

20 in (50 cm) or less

Red

Continuous beep

the object)

*: Range of detection may vary depending on the environmental condition.

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Long proximity alert (object detected)

1) Green: 35 in (90 cm) or more

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1

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Medium proximity alert

(approaching the

object)

1) Yellow: 28 to 35 in (70 to 90 cm)

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284

Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) System (If Equipped)

When an object is detected in the

either strong automatic braking or torque

reversing direction, the range of detected

control will be applied to prevent collision.

object will be shown on the center infor-

At this time, a warning message is also

mation display.

displayed on the combination meter

1

A warning alarm will sound and,

display (color TFT).

depending on the speed, either torque

control to generate engine braking or

automatic braking will be applied.

■ Automatic Braking function

Operation

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▼ Object close behind warning

Short proximity alert

(approaching the

object closer)

1

1) Orange: 20 to 28 in (50 to 70 cm)

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Depress brake pedal warning

1) Warning message

1

Make sure to depress the brake pedal

1

once the vehicle has been stopped by

automatic braking. Until the brake pedal is

depressed, a message will be displayed

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on the center information display and the

Automatic braking warning

continuous beep will remain sounding.

1) Warning message

At this time, a warning message is also

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displayed on the combination meter

If the system determine the risk of collision

display (color TFT).

Closest proximity alert

(too close to the

with the object. Short warning beeps or

object)

continuous warning beeps will sound and

1) Red: 20 in (50 cm) or less

Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) System (If Equipped)

285

NOTE

After the brake pedal is depressed, the

-

When the TRAC mode and

RAB OFF indicator will illuminate and the

Vehicle Stability Control

(VSC)

The Sonar Audible Alarm function and

system will temporarily stop operating.

mode are turned off

Automatic Braking function are differ-

The RAB OFF indicator will turn off when

-

When in TRACK mode and the

ent in operation conditions. Therefore

the select lever is shifted to a position

Pre-Collision Braking System has

there are cases in which only one of

other than the “R” position.

been turned off

these functions will activate.

The system will operate again the next

WARNING

time the select lever is shifted to the “R”

■ Canceling the Reverse Auto-

position.

matic Braking (RAB) System

Depress the brake pedal immedi-

Operation

ately after the system stops the

NOTE

vehicle by automatic braking.

The Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB)

 The Reverse Automatic Braking

Depending on the conditions of the

system can be temporarily canceled by

(RAB) system will be disabled in the

road surface and tires, the vehicle

any of the following operation.

following situations.

may not remain stopped, possibly

 While the vehicle is stopped by the

-

When 3 seconds pass after the

leading to an accident.

operation of automatic braking, the brake

vehicle is stopped

pedal is depressed.

-

When any door is opened

▼ After the vehicle is stopped by the

-

When the RAB warning indicator

 While the vehicle is stopped by the

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system

is illuminated

operation of automatic braking, the accel-

-

When the RAB OFF indicator is

erator pedal is depressed.

illuminated

 The accelerator pedal is depressed

 The Reverse Automatic Braking

continuously (In this case, limited acceler-

(RAB) system may stop operating

ation will be canceled and the vehicle will

temporarily in the following cases and

continue reversing.)

the RAB OFF indicator will illuminate.

 The select lever is shifted to a position

-

Ice, snow or mud is adhered to

other than the “R” position.

the sonar sensors or the rear

bumper near the sonar sensor

NOTE

-

Objects are too close to the rear

The system will be canceled if the

bumper when the select lever is set

object is no longer detected.

to the “R” position

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-

The system detects sounds of a

similar frequency to the RAB sonar

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Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) System (If Equipped)

■ Reverse Automatic Braking

Touch the ON setting key to turn the

 Warning volume

setting OFF.

 Sonar Audible Alarm

(RAB) System ON/OFF

When the OFF setting is shown, the corre-

 Automatic Braking

Setting

sponding setting is OFF.

For details, refer to "Car settings" ) P165.

While the select lever is shifted to the “R”

Touch the OFF setting key to turn the

position, the below functions of the

setting ON.

■ RAB Warning Indicator

Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) system

When the Automatic Braking function are

can be set by operating the center infor-

turned OFF, the following indicator(s) will

mation display.

illuminate.

1

2

3

4

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If the Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB)

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system malfunctions, the above indicator

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1) ON setting key of Automatic Braking

illuminates on the combination meter.

function

The RAB OFF indicator will turn off when

Contact the nearest SUBARU dealer for

2) OFF setting key of Automatic Braking

the corresponding function is turned ON.

details.

function

3) ON setting key of the Sonar Audible

NOTE

■ Handling of the Sonar

Alarm function

When the settings cannot be changed,

Sensors

4) OFF setting key of the Sonar Audible

the ON/OFF setting key will be grayed

Alarm function

The 4 sonar sensors are located in the

out.

rear bumper. To ensure the proper opera-

When the ON setting key is shown, the

Also, the following settings can be

tion of the Reverse Automatic Braking

corresponding setting is ON.

changed by operating the center informa-

(RAB) system, observe the following

tion display.

precautions.

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287

bumper, contact a SUBARU dealer to

have the system inspected.

 Do not disassemble the sonar sensors.

NOTE

If the sonar sensors require repair or

replacement, or if the area of the rear

bumper near the sonar sensors

requires repair, paintwork or replace-

ment, contact your SUBARU dealer for

assistance.

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 Do not affix any stickers or other items

on the sonar sensor or the bumper

surface near the sonar sensors.

 Always keep the sonar sensor and the

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rear bumper surface near the sonar

sensors clean.

 Do not modify rear bumper.

 Do not paint the bumper near the sonar

sensors.

 Do not apply high pressure water to the

sonar sensors with a high pressure car-

washing machine.

 Do not apply strong impacts to the rear

bumper near the sonar sensors. If a

sensor becomes misaligned, a system

malfunction may occur, including inability

to detect objects in the reversing direction.

If any strong impact is applied to the rear

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Catalytic Converter

291

 If at any time you suspect that

8-4. Catalytic Converter

To avoid damage to the catalytic

converter:

exhaust fumes are entering the

vehicle, have the problem

 Use only unleaded gasoline. Even a

WARNING

checked and corrected as soon

small amount of leaded gasoline will

as possible. If you must drive



Avoid fire hazards. Do not drive

damage the catalytic converter.

under these conditions, drive

or park the vehicle anywhere near

 Never start the engine by pushing or

only with all windows fully open.

flammable materials (e.g. grass,

pulling the vehicle.

paper, rags or leaves), because

 Keep the trunk lid closed while

 Avoid racing the engine.

the catalytic converter operates

driving to prevent exhaust gas

at very high temperatures.

 Never turn off the ignition switch while

from entering the vehicle.

the vehicle is moving.



Keep everyone and flammable

materials away from the exhaust

 Keep your engine tuned-up. If you feel

NOTE

pipe while the engine is running.

the engine running rough (misfiring, back-

firing or incomplete combustion), have

The exhaust gas is very hot.

Due to the expansion and contraction

your vehicle checked and repaired by an

of the metals used in the manufacture

authorized SUBARU dealer.

of the exhaust system, you may hear a

 Do not apply undercoating or rust

crackling sound coming from the

prevention treatment to the heat shield of

exhaust system for a short time after

catalytic converter and the exhaust

the engine has been shut off. This

system.

8

sound is normal.

 Do not drive with an extremely low fuel

level.

801224

The catalytic converter is installed in the

exhaust system. It serves as catalyst to

reduce HC, CO and NOx in exhaust

gases, thus providing cleaner exhaust.

294

Winter Driving

the one used previously, purge the old

▼ Before driving your vehicle

CAUTION

fluid from the piping between the wind-

Before entering the vehicle, remove any

shield washer tank and washer nozzles by



Do not use the parking brake

snow or ice from your shoes because that

operating the washer for a certain period

when parking for long periods in

could make the pedals slippery and

of time. Otherwise, if the concentration of

cold weather since it could freeze

driving dangerous.

the fluid remaining in the piping is too low

in that position.

While warming up the vehicle before

for the outside temperature, it may freeze



When the vehicle is parked in

driving, check that the accelerator pedal,

and block the nozzles.

snow or when it snows, raise the

brake pedal, and all other controls operate

wiper blades off the glass to

smoothly.

CAUTION

prevent damage to them.

Clear away ice and snow that has accu-



Adjust the washer fluid concen-



Under either of the following

mulated under the fenders to avoid

tration appropriately for the

conditions, icing may develop on

making steering difficult. During severe

outside temperature. If the

the brake system, which could

winter driving, stop when and where it is

concentration is inappropriate,

cause poor braking action.

safe to do so and check under the fenders

sprayed washer fluid may freeze

-

When the vehicle has been left

periodically.

on the windshield and obstruct

parked after use on roads

your view, and the fluid may

▼ Parking in cold weather

heavily covered with snow

freeze in the windshield washer

-

When the vehicle has been left

tank.

WARNING

parked during a snowstorm



State or local regulations on vola-

tile organic compounds may

Snow can trap dangerous exhaust

Check for snow or ice buildup on

restrict the use of methanol, a

gases under your vehicle. Keep

the suspension, disc brakes and

common windshield washer anti-

snow clear of the exhaust pipe and

brake hoses underneath the vehi-

freeze additive. Washer fluids

from around your vehicle if you

cle. If there is caked snow or ice,

containing non-methanol anti-

park the vehicle in snow with the

remove it, being careful not to

engine running.

damage the disc brakes and

freeze agents should be used

brake hoses and ABS harness.

only if they provide cold weather

protection without damaging

your vehicle’s paint, wiper blades

or washer system.

Winter Driving

295

When parking for long periods in cold

■ Driving on Snowy and Icy

Avoid shifting down abruptly. Such

weather, you should observe the following

behavior can cause the wheels to lock,

Roads

tips.

possibly leading to loss of vehicle control.

An anti-lock brake system

(ABS)

1. For MT models, place the shift lever in

WARNING

enhances your vehicle’s braking perfor-

the “1” or “R” position. For AT models,

Do not use the cruise control on

mance on snowy and icy roads. For infor-

place the select lever in the “P” position.

slippery roads such as snowy or icy

mation about braking on slippery

2. Use tire stops under the tires to

roads. This may cause loss of vehi-

surfaces, refer to "ABS (Anti-Lock Brake

prevent the vehicle from moving.

cle control.

System)" ) P245 and "Vehicle Stability

Control (VSC)/TRAC System" ) P247.

▼ Refueling in cold weather

For AT models, use the Snow mode when

To help prevent moisture from forming in

CAUTION

driving on snowy or icy roads. For details

the fuel system and the risk of its freezing,

about how to use the mode, refer to

Avoid prolonged continuous driving

use of an antifreeze additive in the fuel

"Driving Mode Select Switch

(If

in snowstorms. Snow will enter the

tank is recommended during cold

Equipped)" ) P241.

weather.

engine’s intake system and may

hinder the airflow, which could

Use only additives that are specifically

▼ Wiper operation when snowing

result in engine shutdown or even

designed for this purpose. When an anti-

breakdown.

Before driving in cold weather, make sure

freeze additive is used, its effect lasts

the wiper blade rubbers are not frozen to

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longer if the tank is refilled whenever the

the windshield.

fuel level reaches half empty.

To prevent skidding and slipping, avoid

If the wiper blade rubbers are frozen to the

sudden braking, abrupt acceleration, high-

If your SUBARU is not going to be used for

speed driving, and sharp turning when

windshield, use the defroster with the

an extended period, it is best to have the

driving on snowy or icy roads.

airflow selection in “

” and the tempera-

fuel tank filled to capacity.

ture set for maximum warmth until the

Always maintain ample distance between

wiper blade rubbers are completely

your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you

thawed. Refer to "Climate Control Panel"

to avoid the need for sudden braking.

) P198.

To supplement the foot brake, use the

Snow stuck on the wiper arm prevents the

engine brake effectively to control the

wiper from working effectively. If snow is

vehicle speed. (Shift into a lower gear

stuck on the wiper arm, pull off the road to

when necessary.)

a safe place, then remove it. If you stop

the vehicle at road side, use the hazard

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Loading Your Vehicle

297

Remember to drive with care at all times

use it on the rear wheels only. Always

8-9. Loading Your Vehicle

regardless of the type of tires on your

use the utmost care when driving with

vehicle.

a traction device. Overconfidence

WARNING

because you are using a traction

■ Tire Chains

device could easily lead to a serious

Never allow passengers to ride on a

accident.

folded rear seatback or in the trunk.

CAUTION

Doing

so

may

result

in

serious

■ Rocking the Vehicle

injury.

Tire chains cannot be used on your

If you must rock the vehicle to free it from

vehicle because of the lack of clear-

snow, sand, or mud, depress the acceler-

ance between the tires and vehicle

ator pedal slightly and move the shift

body.

lever/select lever back and forth between

“1” (MT model)/“D” (AT model) and “R”

NOTE

repeatedly. Do not race the engine. For

When tire chains cannot be used, use

the best possible traction, avoid spinning

of another type of traction device

the wheels when trying to free the vehicle.

(such as spring chains) may be

When the road surface is extremely slip-

acceptable if use on your vehicle is

pery, you can obtain better traction by

recommended by the device manufac-

starting the vehicle with the transmission

8

turer, taking into account tire size and

in 2nd than in 1st (MT models).

road conditions. Follow the device

If your vehicle is a AT model, Snow mode

100094

manufacturer’s instructions, espe-

can be used. For details about how to use

cially regarding maximum vehicle

the mode, refer to "Driving Mode Select

speed.

WARNING

Switch (If Equipped)" ) P241.

To help avoid damage to your vehicle,



Never

stack luggage

or

other

drive slowly, readjust or remove the

cargo higher than the top of the

device if it is contacting your vehicle,

seatback because it could tumble

and do not spin your wheels. Damage

forward and injure passengers in

caused to your vehicle by use of a

the event of a sudden stop or

traction device is not covered under

accident. Keep luggage or cargo

warranty.

low, as close to the floor as

Make certain that any traction device

possible.

you use is an SAE class S device, and

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Loading Your Vehicle



Stow cargo and luggage in the



Do not place cargo or luggage in

■ Vehicle Capacity Weight

trunk whenever possible.

or on the following locations as



To prevent cargo and luggage

the item may get under the clutch,

from sliding forward during

brake, or accelerator pedal and

braking, do not stack anything in

prevent the pedals from being

the enlarged trunk. Keep cargo

depressed properly, block the

and luggage low, as close to the

driver’s vision, or hit the driver or

floor as possible.

passengers, causing an accident:



When you carry something inside

-

At the feet of the driver

the vehicle, secure it whenever

-

On the front passenger or rear

you can to prevent it from being

seats (when stacking items)

thrown around inside the vehicle

-

On the rear shelf

during sudden stops, sharp turns

-

On the instrument panel

D00250

or in an accident.

-

On the dashboard



Secure long items properly to

prevent them from shooting

forward and causing serious

CAUTION

injury during a sudden stop.

Do not carry spray cans, containers



Never exceed the maximum load

with flammable or corrosive liquids

limit. If you do, some parts on

or any other dangerous items inside

your vehicle can break, or it can

the vehicle.

change the way your vehicle

handles. This could result in loss

of control and cause personal

NOTE

injury. Also, overloading can

For better fuel economy, do not carry

shorten the life of your vehicle.

unneeded cargo.

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The load capacity of your vehicle is deter-

mined by weight, not by available cargo

space. The maximum load you can carry

in your vehicle is shown on the tire infla-

tion pressure label attached to the driver’s

side center pillar. It includes the total

Trailer Towing

299

weight of the driver and all passengers,

In addition, the total weight applied to

8-10. Trailer Towing

their belongings, and any optional equip-

each axle (GAW) must never exceed the

ment.

GAWR. The front and rear GAWs can be

CAUTION

adjusted by relocating luggage inside the

■ GVWR and GAWR (Gross

vehicle.

Your vehicle is neither designed nor

Vehicle Weight Rating and

Even if the total weight of your luggage is

intended to be used for trailer tow-

lower than the vehicle capacity weight,

ing. Therefore, never tow a trailer

Gross Axle Weight Rating)

either front or rear GAW may exceed the

with your vehicle.

GAWR, depending on the distribution of

the luggage.

SUBARU assumes no responsibility for

When possible, the load should be evenly

injuries or vehicle damage that may result

distributed throughout the vehicle.

from trailer towing, from any trailer towing

If you carry heavy loads in the vehicle, you

equipment or from any errors or omissions

should confirm that GVW and front and

in the instructions accompanying such

rear GAWs are within the GVWR and

equipment. SUBARU warranties do not

GAWR by putting your vehicle on a

apply to vehicle damage or malfunction

vehicle scale, found at a commercial

caused by trailer towing.

weighing station.

Do not use replacement tires with a lower

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load range than the originals because

Certification label

they may lower the GVWR and GAWR

limitations. Replacement tires with a

The certification label attached to the

higher load range than the originals do not

driver’s side center pillar shows GVWR

increase the GVWR and GAWR limita-

(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) and

tions.

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating).

The GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) must

never exceed the GVWR. GVW is the

combined total of weight of the vehicle,

fuel, driver, all passengers, luggage, and

any optional equipment. Therefore, the

GVW changes depending on the situation.

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If You Park Your Vehicle in an Emergency

9-1. If You Park Your Vehicle

NOTE

9-2. Maintenance Tools

in an Emergency

When the hazard warning flasher is on,

Your vehicle is equipped with the following

the turn signals do not work.

maintenance tools.

 Jack

 Jack handle

 Screwdriver

 Towing hook (eye bolt)

 Wheel nut wrench

901197

The hazard warning flasher should be

used in day or night to warn other drivers

when you have to park your vehicle under

emergency conditions.

Avoid stopping on the road. It is best to

safely pull off the road if a problem occurs.

The hazard warning flasher can be acti-

vated regardless of the ignition switch

position.

Turn on the hazard warning by pressing

the hazard warning flasher switch. Turn it

off by pressing the switch again.

When the hazard warning flasher are

flashing, the corresponding turn signal

indicator will also flash.

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6) Screwdriver

■ Models with Flat Tire Repair

9-3. Flat Tires

7) Flat tire repair kit

Kit

If you have a flat tire while driving, never

■ Models with Spare Tire

brake suddenly; keep driving straight

5

6

1

2

3

ahead while gradually reducing speed.

5

6

1

2

3

Then slowly pull off the road to a safe

place.

■ Changing a Flat Tire

WARNING



Use only the jack and the jack

handle provided with your

vehicle. The jack supplied with

the vehicle is designed only for

changing a tire. Never get under

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4

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the vehicle while supporting the

1)

Spare tire

vehicle with this jack.

2)

Jack handle



Do not jack up the vehicle on an

3)

Wheel nut wrench

incline or a loose road surface.

4)

Jack

7

The jack can come out of the

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5)

Towing hook (eye bolt)

jacking point or sink into the

6)

Screwdriver

ground and this can result in

serious injury or death.



Before jacking up the vehicle, be

sure that there are no occupants

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or cargo on board.

1)

Under-floor storage compartment



Do not jack up the vehicle with an

2)

Jack handle

object on or underneath the jack.

3)

Wheel nut wrench

The jack can be unstable and this

4)

Jack

can result in a severe accident.

5)

Towing hook (eye bolt)

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NOTE

5. Take out the jack, jack handle and



Always turn off the engine before

wheel nut wrench.

raising the flat tire off the ground

Contact a SUBARU dealer when jack-

using the jack. Never swing or

ing up the vehicle using a garage jack.

The tools and the spare tire are stored

push the vehicle supported with

under the floor of the trunk. Refer to

1. Park on a hard, level surface, when-

the jack. The jack can come out of

"Maintenance Tools" ) P302.

ever possible, then stop the engine.

the jacking point due to a jolt and

this can result in serious injury or

2. Set the parking brake securely and

NOTE

death.

shift the shift lever in reverse (MT models)

Make sure that the jack is well lubri-

or the select lever to the “P” (Park) posi-



All passengers must exit the

cated before using it.

tion (AT models).

vehicle before you raise it with

the jack. Raising the vehicle with

3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher

someone inside of it could result

and unload all occupants and luggage

in serious injury or death.

from the vehicle.



Do not start the vehicle while it is

supported by the jack. Doing so

could result in serious injury or

death.

CAUTION

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Do not hit and bend the disc rotor

backing plate when removing and

6. Models with spare tire: Take out the

installing the tire. A bent backing

under-floor storage compartment and turn

plate may scrape against the disc

the attaching bolt counterclockwise, then

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rotor and cause noise while the

take the spare tire out.

vehicle is in motion.

4. Put wheel blocks at the front and rear

of the tire diagonally opposite the flat tire.

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10. Remove the wheel nuts and the flat

tire.

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7. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel

Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack

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nut wrench but do not remove the nuts.

head engages firmly into the jack-up point.

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8. Place the jack under the side sill at the

9. Insert the jack handle into the jack-

11. Before putting the spare tire on, clean

front or rear jack-up point closest to the flat

screw, and turn the handle until the tire

the mounting surface of the wheel and

tire.

clears the ground. Do not raise the vehicle

hub with a cloth.

higher than necessary.

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14. Use the wheel nut wrench to securely

NOTE

CAUTION

tighten the wheel nuts to the specified

If you cannot fix the flat tire firmly, try

torque, following the tightening order in

If the threaded part was damaged,

turning the support holder upside

the illustration.

you should immediately contact

down.

your SUBARU dealer.

For the wheel nut tightening torque, refer

16. Store the jack, jack handle and wheel

to "Tires" ) P385. Never use your foot on

nut wrench in their storage locations.

the wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension

12. Put on the spare tire. Replace the

on the wrench because you may exceed

WARNING

wheel nuts. Tighten them by hand.

the specified torque. Have the wheel nut

torque checked at the nearest automotive

Never place a tire or tire changing

WARNING

service facility.

tools in the passenger compartment

Do not use oil or grease on the

after changing wheels. In a sudden

wheel studs or nuts when the spare

stop or collision, loose equipment

tire is installed. This could cause

could strike occupants and cause

the nuts to become loose and lead

injury. Store the tire and all tools in

to an accident.

the proper place.

13. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise

■ Sealing a Flat Tire (Models

to lower the vehicle.

with the Flat Tire Repair Kit)

1

WARNING

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Read these instructions and

4

1) Support holder

warnings carefully before sealing a

2

flat tire.

1

15. Models with spare tire: Store the flat

5

tire in the spare tire compartment. Install

3

with the support holder facing upward and

secure the flat tire by firmly tightening the

attaching bolt.

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