2002 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX radio

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
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NOTE In the following cases, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.The front part of the vehicle was involved in an
accident in which the SRS frontal airbags did not
deploy. The pad section of the steering wheel or front
passenger’ s frontal airbag cover is scratched,
cracked, or otherwise damaged. In addition, if your vehicle is equipped with SRS side airbags, contact your SUBARU dealer assoon as possible in the following cases. Either center pillar or a nearby area of the ve-
hicle was involved in an accident in which the
SRS side airbag did not deploy. The fabric or leather of either front seatback is
cut, frayed, or otherwise damaged.
Precautions against vehicle modifica- tion
WARNING
To avoid accidental activation of the system
or rendering the system inoperative, which
may result in serious injury, no modifications should be made to any components or wiring of the SRS airbag system.This includes following modifications: Installation of custom steering wheels
Attachment of additional trim materials to
the dashboard Installation of custom seats (for vehicles
with SRS side airbags only) Replacement of seat fabric or leather (for
vehicles with SRS side airbags only) Installation of additional fabric or leather
on the front seat (for vehicles with SRS side airbags only)
Installation of additional electrical/electronic
equipment such as a mobile two-way radio on or near the SRS airbag system componentsand/or wiring is not advisable. This could in-
terfere with proper operation of the SRS air- bag system.

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
OM-H0144
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.

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Always make sure this light is out before you start to drive. Front-wheel drive warning light
(for AT vehicles – if equipped)
This light comes on when All Wheel Drive is disen-
gaged and the drive mechanism is switched to FrontWheel Drive for maintenance or similar purposes. Shift position indicator (AT vehicles)
This indicator shows the position of the shift lever. Turn signal indicator lights
These lights show the operation of the turn signal or
lane change signal.
If the indicator lights do not blink or blink rapidly, the
turn signal bulb may be burned out. Replace thebulb as soon as possible. Refer to the “Replacing
bulbs” section in chapter 11.
High beam indicator light
This light shows that the headlights are in the highbeam mode.This indicator light also comes on when operating
headlight flasher. Clock
HG3009BB
1) “S”
button
2) “H” button 3) “M”
button
To set the hour, press the “H” button. To set the min-
utes, press the “M” button. To reset the minutes the
“00” with a radio time signal, push the “S” button.
CAUTION
To ensure safety, do not attempt to set the time during driving, as an accident from inad- equate steering operation could result.

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Antenna system 5-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FM reception 5-2
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Installation of accessories 5-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio set 5-3
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Type A audio set 5-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type B audio set 5-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type A audio set (if equipped) 5-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio operation 5-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Compact disc player operation 5-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CD changer control (If optional in-dash CD
changer is connected) 5-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type B audio set (if equipped) 5-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio operation 5-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cassette player operation 5-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Built in CD changer operation 5-22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Precautions to observe when handling
a compact disc (CD) 5-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio

Audio
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Antenna system
OM-H0115
Before listening to the radio, extend the antenna to
its full length for better reception and reproduction
quality. FM reception
Although FM is normally static free, reception can
be affected by the surrounding area, atmospheric
conditions, station strength and transmitter distance. Buildings or other obstructions may cause momen-
tary static, flutter or station interference. If reception
continues to be unsatisfactory, switch to a strongerstation. Installation of accessories
Always consult your SUBARU dealer before instal- ling a citizen band radio or other transmitting devicein your vehicle. Such devices may cause the elec-
tronic control system to malfunction if they are incor-
rectly installed or if they are not suited for the ve- hicle.

Audio
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Audio set
Your SUBARU may be equipped with one of the fol- lowing audio sets. See the pages indicated in thissection for operating details. Type A audio set
HG5008AA
Radio operation: refer to page 5-4
Compact disc player operation: refer to page 5-8
CD changer control: refer to page 5-10
Type B audio set
HS5004AA
Radio operation: refer to page 5-14
Cassette player operation: refer to page 5-19
Built-in CD changer operation: refer to page 5-22

Audio
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Type A audio set (if equipped)
The radio will operate only when the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
Radio operation
HG5008BB
(1) SCAN button
(2) Power switch, Volume control,
Bass/Middle/Treble control and
Fader/Balance control dial
(3) Tuning buttons
(4) FM/AM selection button
(5) Preset buttons
(6) Tone/Balance button