2002 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX tow

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Illustrated index Exterior
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1) Engine hood (page 11-5)
2) Headlight switch (page 3-15)
3) Replacing bulbs (page 11-56)
4) Wiper switch (page 3-21)
5) Door locks (page 2-3)
6) Tire pressure (page 11-38)
7) Flat tires (page 9-5)
8) Tire chains (page 8-14)
9) Front fog light switch (page
3-19)
10) Tie-down eyes (page 9-15)
11) Towing eye (page 9-15)

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1) Rear window defogger switch
(page 3-24)
2) Fuel filler lid and cap (page
7-4)
3) Child safety locks (page 2-19)
4) Towing eye (page 9-15)
5) Trunk/Rear gate (page 2-23/2-27)

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
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WARNING
The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force. Occupants who are out of proper position when the SRS airbag deploys
could suffer very serious injuries. Becausethe SRS airbag needs enough space for de-ployment, the driver should always sit uprightand well back in the seat as far from the steer-ing wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control and the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possibleand sit upright and well back in the seat. It is also important to wear your seatbelt to
help avoid injuries that can result when the SRS airbag contacts an occupant not in prop-er position such as one thrown toward thefront of the car during pre-accident braking.HG1001BA
The driver
’s SRS frontal airbag is stowed in the cen-
ter portion of the steering wheel. The passenger ’s
SRS frontal airbag is stowed near the top of the
dashboard under an “SRS AIRBAG ” mark.

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
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WARNING
Do not attach accessories to the door trim or near either SRS side airbags and do not placeobjects near the SRS side airbags. In the
event of the SRS side airbag deployment, they could be propelled dangerously toward the
vehicle’s occupants and cause injuries.
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WARNING
Do not put any kind of cover or clothes or oth- er objects over either front seatback and donot attach labels or stickers to the front seat
surface on or near the SRS side airbag. They could prevent proper deployment of the SRS side airbag, reducing protection available tothe front seat ’s occupant.
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The SRS side airbag is stored in the door side of
each front seatback, which bears an “SRS AIRBAG ”
label.
In a moderate to severe side impact collision, the SRS side airbag on the impacted side of the vehicle

Keys and doors
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Door locks Locking and unlocking from the out- side
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1) Lock 2) Unlock
To lock the door from the outside with the key, turn
the key toward the rear. To unlock the door, turn the
key toward the front. Pull the outside door handle to open an unlocked
door.
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1) Rotate the lock lever rearward.
2) Close the door.
To lock the door from the outside without the key,
rotate the lock lever rearward and then close the
door.
To lock the door from the outside using the power
door locking switch, push the front side of the switch
(“LOCK” side) and then close the door. In this case,
all closed doors and the rear gate (for wagon) arelocked at the same time.
Always make sure that all doors and the rear gate
(wagon) are locked before leaving your vehicle.

Keys and doors
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Keyless entry system (if equipped)
Two transmitters are provided for your vehicle.
The keyless entry system has the following func- tions. Locking and unlocking the doors (and rear gate
on the wagon) without a key Sounding a panic alarm
Arming and disarming the security system (if your
vehicle is equipped with an optional security sys-tem). See the next section “Security system (if
equipped)” for detailed information.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.Operation is subject to the following twoconditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired opera-tion.
Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user ’s authority to
operate the equipment. The operable distance of the keyless entry system is
approximately 30 feet (10 meters). However, this
distance will vary depending on environmental
conditions. Range may be reduced near sources of
RF interference such as power plants and radio/tele-
vision broadcasting towers.
The keyless entry system does not operate when the
key is inserted in the ignition switch.
CAUTION

Do not expose the transmitter to severe
shocks, such as those experienced as a result of dropping or throwing. Do not take the transmitter apart except
when replacing the battery. Do not get the transmitter wet. If it gets wet,
wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.

Instruments and controls
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when the selector lever is in the “P” position.
Manual transmission vehicles
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The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only
when the key is pushed in while turning it.
WARNING
Never turn the ignition switch to “LOCK”
while the vehicle is being driven or towed be-
cause that will lock the steering wheel, pre-venting steering control. And when the engineis turned off, it takes a much greater effort
than usual to steer.
ACC
In this position the electrical accessories (radio, cig-
arette lighter, etc.) can be used. ON
This is the normal operating position after the engine
is started. START
The engine is started in this position. The starter
cranks the engine to start it. When the key is re-
leased (after the engine has started), the key auto-
matically returns to the “ON” position.
CAUTION
Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START”
position while the engine is running.
Key reminder chime
The reminder chime sounds when the driver ’s door
opens and the key is in the “LOCK” or “ACC” posi-
tions. The chime stops when the key is removed
from the ignition switch.

Instruments and controls
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NOTE This light also comes on when the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks.
If you have recently refueled your vehicle, the cause
of the CHECK ENGINE warning light/malfunction indi-
cator lamp coming on could be a loose or missing
fuel filler cap. Remove the cap and retighten it until it
clicks. Make sure nothing is interfering with the seal-
ing of the cap. Tightening the cap will not make the
CHECK ENGINE warning light turn off immediately. It
may take several driving trips. If the light does not go
out, take your vehicle to your authorized SUBARU
dealer immediately.
If the light is blinking:
If the light is blinking while driving, an engine misfire
condition has been detected which may damage
the emission control system.
To prevent serious damage to the emission control
system, you should do the following: Reduce vehicle speed.
Avoid hard acceleration.
Avoid steep uphill grades.
Reduce the amount of cargo, if possible.
Stop towing a trailer as soon as possible. The CHECK ENGINE warning light may stop blink-ing and come on steadily after several driving trips.
You should have your vehicle checked by an autho-
rized SUBARU dealer immediately.
Charge warning light
If this light comes on when the engine is running, itmay indicate that the charging system is not work-
ing properly. If the light comes on while driving or does not go out
after the engine starts, stop the engine at the first
safe opportunity and check the alternator belt. If the
belt is loose, broken or if the belt is in good condi-
tion but the light remains on, contact your nearest
SUBARU dealer immediately. Oil pressure warning light
If this light comes on when the engine is running, it
may indicate that the engine oil pressure is low and
the lubricating system is not working properly.If the light comes on while driving or does not go out
after the engine starts, stop the engine at the first
safe opportunity and check the engine oil level. If
the oil level is low, add oil immediately. If the engine
oil is at the proper level but the light remains on,
contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately.