2003 SUBARU IMPREZA mirror

Instruments and controls
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lanes. Use the inside mirror (or glance back- wards) to determine the actual size and dis-
tance of objects that you view in convex mir-
ror.
Remote control mirror switch
1) Selection switch
2) Direction control switch
The remote control mirrors operate only when the
ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC” position.
1. Press either end of the selection switch, “L” for
the left, “R” for the right.
2. Move the direction control switch in the direction you want to move the mirror.
3. Return the selection switch to the neutral position
to prevent unintentional operation.
The mirrors can also be adjusted manually.
Outside mirror defogger (if equipped)
1) OFF
2) ON 3) Push
The outside mirror defogger shares the switch with
rear window defogger.
The outside mirror defogger operates only when the
ignition switch is in the “ON” position.
To turn on the outside mirror defogger, push the
switch. To turn it off, push the switch again. The indi-

Instruments and controls
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cator light located on the switch lights up while the
outside mirror defogger is operating.
The defogger will automatically shut off after about
15 minutes. If the mirror clears before that time,
push the switch to turn it off. It also turns off when
the ignition switch is turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK”
position. If defrosting or defogging is desired when
you restart your vehicle, you have to push the switch
to turn it on again. NOTE While the outside mirror defogger is operating, the rear window defogger also operates.
CAUTION
To prevent the battery from being discharged,
do not operate the defogger continuously for
any longer than necessary. Tilt steering wheel1. Adjust the seat position. Refer to the
“Front seat ”
section (chapter 1).
2. Push the tilt lock lever down.
3. Move the steering wheel to the desired level.
4. Pull the lever up to lock the steering wheel inplace.
5. Make sure that the steering wheel is securelylocked by moving it up and down.

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Interior light 6-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dome light 6-2
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Cargo area light (if equipped) 6-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Map light (if equipped) 6-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sun visors 6-3
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Center visor 6-4
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Vanity mirror (if equipped) 6-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage compartments 6-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Glove box 6-5
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Center console 6-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coin tray 6-6
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Cup holder 6-7
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In instrument panel 6-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In center console 6-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessory power outlet 6-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In the luggage compartment (if equipped) 6-8 . . . .
Cigarette lighter socket 6-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Use with a cigarette lighter 6-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using as an accessory power outlet 6-11 . . . . . . . . . . .
Ashtray 6-12
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Floor mat (if equipped) 6-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coat hook 6-14
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Cargo area cover (if equipped) 6-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the cover 6-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To remove the cover 6-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To install the cover housing 6-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cargo tie-down hooks (if equipped) 6-16 . . . . . . . . . . Under-floor storage compartment
(if equipped) 6-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior equipment

Interior equipment
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Center visor
To block out glare, swing down the visor.
Vanity mirror (if equipped)To use the vanity mirror, swing down the sun visor
and open the vanity mirror cover.

Starting and operating
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mination is observed, there is no stored diagnostic
trouble codes, and the OBD system readiness moni-
tors are complete. A vehicle fails
the OBD inspection if the “CHECK
ENGINE ” warning light/MIL is not properly operating
or there is one or more diagnostic trouble codes
stored in vehicle ’s computer with the “CHECK
ENGINE ” warning light/MIL illuminated.
A state emission inspection may reject (not pass
or fail) a vehicle if the number of OBD system readi- ness monitors “Not Ready ” is greater than three.
Under this condition, the vehicle operator should be instructed to drive his/her vehicle for a few days to
set the monitors and return for an emission re-in-spection. Owners of rejected or failing vehicles should con-
tact their Subaru Dealer for service. Preparing to drive
You should perform the following checks and adjust-
ments every day before you start driving.
1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and lights are
clean and unobstructed.
2. Check the appearance and condition of the tires.
Also check tires for proper inflation.
3. Look under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
4. Check that the hood, trunk and rear gate are fullyclosed.
5. Check the adjustment of the seat.
6. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside
mirrors.
7. Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your passen-gers have fastened their seatbelts.
8. Check the operation of the warning and indicator
lights when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON”
position.
9. Check the gauges, indicator and warning lights
after starting the engine. NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer
fluid and other fluid levels should be checked
daily, weekly or at fuel stops.

Driving tips
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WARNING
Adequate size trailer brakes are required
when the trailer and its cargo exceed 1,000 lbs (453 kg) total weight. Do not directly connect your trailer ’s
hydraulic brake system to the hydraulic brake
system in your vehicle. Direct connectionwould cause the vehicle ’s brake performance
to deteriorate and could lead to an accident.
Trailer safety chains
In case the trailer hitch connector or hitch ball
should break or become disconnected, the trailer
could get loose and create a traffic safety hazard.
For safety, always connect the towing vehicle and
trailer with trailer safety chains. Pass the chains
crossing each other under the trailer tongue to pre-
vent the trailer from dropping onto the ground in
case the trailer tongue should disconnect from the
hitch ball. Allow sufficient slack in the chains taking
tight-turn situations into account; however, be care-
ful not to let them drag on the ground.
For more information about the safety chain connec-
tion, refer to the instructions for your hitch and trailer.
WARNING
Always use safety chains between your ve-
hicle and the trailer. Towing a trailer withoutsafety chains could create a traffic safety haz-ard if the trailer separates from the hitch due to coupling damage or hitch ball damage.
Side mirrors
After hitching a trailer to your vehicle, check that the
standard side mirrors provide a good rearward field of view without significant blind spots. If significant blind spots occur with the vehicle ’s standard side
mirrors, use towing mirrors that conform with Fed-

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safety’s sake, you should employ extra cau-
tion when towing a trailer and you should
never speed. You should also keep the follow-ing tips in mind:
Before starting out on a trip
Check that the vehicle and vehicle-to-hitch mount-
ing are in good condition. If any problems are
apparent, do not tow the trailer. Check that the vehicle sits horizontally with the
trailer attached. If the vehicle is tipped sharply up at
the front and down at the rear, check the total trailer
weight, GVW, GAWs and tongue load again, then
confirm that the load and its distribution are accept-able. Check that the tire pressures are correct.
Check that the vehicle and trailer are connected
properly. Confirm that
–the trailer tongue is connected properly to the
hitch ball.– the trailer lights connector is connected prop-
erly and trailer ’s brake lights illuminate when the
vehicle’ s brake pedal is pressed, and that the trail-
er’ s turn signal lights flash when the vehicle ’s turn
signal lever is operated.– the safety chains are connected properly. –
all cargo in the trailer is secured safety in posi-
tion.– the side mirrors provide a good rearward field of
view without a significant blind spot.
Sufficient time should be taken to learn the “feel”
of the vehicle/trailer combination before starting out
on a trip. In an area free of traffic, practice turning, stopping and backing up.
Driving with a trailer
You should allow for considerably more stopping
distance when towing a trailer. Avoid sudden brak-
ing because it may result in skidding or jackknifing
and loss of control. Avoid abrupt starts and sudden accelerations. If
your vehicle has a manual transmission, always start
out in first gear and release the clutch at moderate
engine revolution. Avoid uneven steering, sharp turns and rapid lane
changes. Slow down before turning. Make a longer than
normal turning radius because the trailer wheels will
be closer than the vehicle wheels to the inside of the
turn. In a tight turn, the trailer could hit your vehicle. Crosswinds will adversely affect the handling of
your vehicle and trailer, causing sway. Crosswindscan be due to weather conditions or the passing of

Specifications
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Fuses and circuits Fuse panel located behind the coin trayFuse panelFuse ratingCircuit
115AHeater fan
215AHeater fan
315APower door lock
Remote keyless entry
420ACigarette lighter
Remote controlled rear view mirrors
510ATail light
Parking light
615ASRS airbag
715AFog light
820AABS solenoid
915ARadio
10Empty
1115AEngine ignition sys- tem
SRS airbag
AT control system