2005 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX key

7-10
Starting and operating
If the engine does not start, try the following:
1) Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position and
wait for at least 10 seconds. After checking that the
parking brake is firmly set, turn the ignition switch to
the “ON” position while depressing the accelerator
pedal slightly (about a quarter of the full stroke). Re-
lease the accelerator pedal as soon as the engine starts.
2) If this fails to start the engine, turn the ignition
switch back to the “OFF” position and wait for at
least 10 seconds. Then fully depress the accelerator
pedal and turn the ignition switch to the “START”
position. If the engine starts, quickly release the ac-
celerator pedal.
3) If this fails to start the engine, turn the ignition
switch again to the “OFF” position. After waiting for
10 seconds or longer, turn the ignition switch to the
“START” position without depressing the accelera-
tor pedal.
4) If the engine still refuses to start, contact your
nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance.
6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have
gone off after the engine has started. The fuel injection
system automatically lowers the idle speed as the en-
gine warms up. „
Automatic transmission vehicle
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories.
3. Shift the selector lever to the “P” or “N” position
(preferably “P” position).
The starter motor will only operate when the select le-
ver is at the “P” or “N” position.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position and
check the operation of the warning and indicator lights.
Refer to the “Warning and indicator lights” section
(chapter 3).
5. Turn the ignition switch to the “START” position
without depressing the accelerator pedal. Release
the key immediately after the engine has started.
If the engine does not start, try the following: 1) Turn the ignition switch to the “OFF” position and
wait for at least 10 seconds. After checking that the
parking brake is firmly set, turn the ignition switch to
the “ON” position while depressing the accelerator
pedal slightly (about a quarter of the full stroke). Re-
lease the accelerator pedal as soon as the engine starts.
2) If this fails to start the engine, turn the ignition
switch back to the “OFF” position and wait for at
least 10 seconds. Then fully depress the accelerator
pedal and turn the ignition switch to the “START”
position. If the engine starts, quickly release the ac-

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In case of emergency
Rear gate – if the rear gate cannot be
unlocked
In the event that you cannot unlock the rear gate by
operating the power door locking switches or the re-
mote keyless entry system, you can unlock it from in-
side the cargo area.
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1. Remove the access cover at the bottom-center of
the rear gate trim.
2. Locate the rear gate lock release lever behind the
rear gate trim panel.
3. Unlock the rear gate by pressing the lever inside
the trim to the left.
4. Open the rear gate from outside by raising the rear
gate handle.
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11 - 4
Maintenance and service
the materials in the vehicle may be hazardous if
improperly used or handled, for example, bat-tery acid. y
Your vehicle should only be serviced by per-
sons fully competent to do so. Serious person-
al injury may result to persons not experienced
in servicing vehicles. y Always use the proper tools and make certain
that they are well maintained. y Never get under the vehicle supported only
by a jack. Always use a safety stands to sup-
port the vehicle. y Never keep the engine running in a poorly
ventilated area, such as a garage or other
closed areas. y Do not smoke or allow open flames around
the fuel or battery. This will cause a fire. y Because the fuel system is under pressure,
replacement of the fuel filter should be per-
formed only by your SUBARU dealer.y Wear adequate eye protection to guard
against getting oil or fluids in your eyes. If
something does get in your eyes, thoroughly
wash them out with clean water. y Do not tamper with the wiring of the SRS air-
bag system or seatbelt pretensioner system, or
attempt to take its connectors apart, as that may activate the system or it can render it inop-
erative. The wiring and connectors of these
systems are yellow for easy identification. NEV-
ER use a circuit tester for these wiring.
If your SRS airbag or seatbelt pretensioner
needs service, consult your nearest SUBARU
dealer.
„ Before checking or servicing in the en-
gine compartment
yAlways stop the engine and set the parking
brake firmly to prevent the vehicle from mov-
ing. y Always let the engine cool down. Engine
parts become very hot when the engine is run-
ning and remain hot for some time after the en-
gine is stopped.y Do not spill engine oil, engine coolant, brake
fluid or any other fluid on hot engine compo-
nents. This may cause a fire.y Always remove the key from the ignition
switch. When the ignition switch is in the “ON”
position, the cooling fan may operate suddenly

12-7
Specifications
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Fuses and circuits „Fuse panel located behind the coin tray
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78 9101112
13 14 15
16 17 18 19
20 21 22 23
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Fuse panelFuse ratingCircuit
115AyHeater fan
215AyHeater fan
315AyPower door lock
y Remote keyless entry
420AyCigarette lighter
y Remote controlled rear
view mirrors
510AyTail light
y Parking light
615AySRS airbag
715AyFog light
820AyABS solenoid
915AyRadio
10Empty
1115AyEngine ignition system
y SRS airbag
y AT control system

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Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........................... 7-31
Warning light ........................................ 3-23, 7-32
Accessories .............................................. 5-3, 11-68
Accessory power outlet .............................. 6-8, 6-11
Active head restraint ............................................ 1-6
Air cleaner element ......................................... 11-24
Air conditioner operation ..................................... 4-9
Air filtration system ............................................ 4-18
Air flow selection ................................................. 4-2
All-wheel drive warning light (for AWD AT vehicles) ........................................................ 3-26
Aluminum wheels ............................................ 11-54
Antenna system .................................................. 5-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........................... 7-31
Arming the system ............................................. 2-17
Armrest ................................................................ 1-9
Ashtray .............................................................. 6-12
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light ................... 3-22
Audio set ............................................................. 5-3
Auto-dimming mirror/compass .......................... 3-46
Automatic climate control system ...................... 4-11
Automatic transmission ..................................... 7-22
Capacities ..................................................... 12-4
Fluid ............................................................ 11-32
Selector lever ................................................ 7-23
Shift lock release .......................................... 7-27 Temperature warning light ............................ 3-22
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor
(A/ELR) .......................................................... 1-15
B
Battery ............................................................. 11-63 Jump starting ................................................ 9-13
Replacement (Remote keyless entry system) ...................................................... 2-11
Brake
Booster ....................................................... 11-42
Fluid ............................................................ 11-40
Pad and lining ............................................. 11-45
Pedal .......................................................... 11-43
Brake pedal
Free play .................................................... 11-43
Reserve distance ........................................ 11-43
Brake system .................................................... 7-30
Warning light ................................................ 3-24
Braking .............................................................. 7-30 Breaking-in of new brake pads and
linings ....................................................... 11-45
Tips ............................................................... 7-30
Bulb
Chart ........................................................... 12-10
Replacing ................................................... 11-69

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Index
C
Capacities .......................................................... 12-4
Cargo
Area cover .................................................... 6-14
Area light ............................................. 6-2, 11-81
Tie-down hooks ............................................ 6-17
Catalytic converter ............................................... 8-4
Center Console .......................................................... 6-6
Ventilators ....................................................... 4-3
Changing
Flat tire ............................................................ 9-5
Oil and oil filter ............................................ 11-12
Charge warning light ......................................... 3-22CHECK ENGINE warning light/
Malfunction indicator lamp ............................. 3-21
Checking
Brake pedal free play .................................. 11-43
Brake pedal reserve distance ..................... 11-43
Clutch function ............................................ 11-44
Clutch pedal free play ................................. 11-44
Engine oil level ........................................... 11-11
Fluid level ................. 11-32, 11-38, 11-40, 11-41
Gear oil level ........................ 11-30, 11-35, 11-36
Child restraint systems ...................................... 1-32 Installation with A/ELR seatbelt .................... 1-36
Lower and tether anchorages ....................... 1-43 Child safety ............................................................. 7
Locks ............................................................ 2-23
Chime Key ................................................................. 3-5
Seatbelt ............................................... 1-15, 3-20
Cigarette lighter socket ........................................ 6-9
Cleaning Aluminum wheels ......................................... 10-3
Interior .......................................................... 10-6
Ventilator grille .............................................. 4-17
Climate control system Automatic ...................................................... 4-11
Manual ............................................................ 4-4
Clock ................................................................. 3-29
Clutch fluid ....................................................... 11-41
Clutch pedal .................................................... 11-44
Coat hook .......................................................... 6-14
Coin tray .............................................................. 6-6
Cooling system ................................................ 11-18
Corrosion protection ................................. 8-14, 10-4
Cruise control .................................................... 7-38 Indicator light ................................................ 3-27
Set indicator light .......................................... 3-27
Cup holder ........................................................... 6-7 D
Daytime running light system ............................ 3-32

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Index
Seatbelt pretensioners .................................. 1-28
Seats .............................................................. 1-2
Turn signal light .......................................... 11-73
Fuel ..................................................................... 7-2
Economy hints ................................................ 8-2
Filler lid and cap ............................................. 7-4
Gauge .................................................. 3-10, 3-17
Requirements ................................................. 7-2
Fuses ............................................................... 11-65
Fuses and circuits ............................................. 12-7 G
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ................... 8-19
Glove box ............................................................ 6-5
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) .............. 8-19 H
Hazard warning flasher ....................................... 3-7
Head restraint adjustment (Front) ........................ 1-5
Headlight beam leveler ...................................... 3-34
Headlight flasher ............................................... 3-31
Headlight indicator light ..................................... 3-28
Headlights .............................................. 3-30, 11-70
Headrest adjustment (Wagon) ........................... 1-11
Heater operation .................................................. 4-6
High beam indicator light ................................... 3-27
High mount stop light ....................................... 11-83 Horn ................................................................... 3-51
Hose and connections ..................................... 11-19 I
Ignition switch ...................................................... 3-3
Illuminated entry ................................................ 2-11
Illumination brightness control ........................... 3-33
Immobilizer .......................................................... 2-3
Indicator light
High beam .................................................... 3-27
Selector lever position .................................. 3-27
Turn signal .................................................... 3-27
Inside mirror ...................................................... 3-45
Intercooler water spray .................................... 11-55 Switch ........................................................... 3-44
Warning light ................................................. 3-26
Interior light .......................................................... 6-2
Internal trunk lid release handle ........................ 2-28 J
Jack and jack handle ......................................... 9-24
Jump starting ..................................................... 9-13 K Key Interlock release ............................................. 3-6

14-6
Index
Number ........................................................... 2-3
Reminder chime ............................................. 3-5
Keys .................................................................... 2-2 L
Leather seat materials ....................................... 10-6
Light Cargo area .......................................... 6-2, 11-81
Dome ................................................... 6-2, 11-81
Map ..................................................... 6-3, 11-81
Light control switch ............................................ 3-30
Limited slip differential (LSD) ............................ 7-28
Loading your vehicle ......................................... 8-17
LSD (Limited slip differential) ............................ 7-28 M
Main fuse ......................................................... 11-68
Maintenance Precautions .................................................. 11-3
Schedule ...................................................... 11-3
Seatbelt ........................................................ 1-27
Tools ............................................................. 9-24
Malfunction indicator lamp (Check Engine
light) ............................................................... 3-21
Manual climate control system ............................ 4-4
Manual transmission 5 speeds ....................................................... 7-15 6 speeds ....................................................... 7-12
Map light ................................................... 6-3, 11-81
Maximum load limits .......................................... 8-29
Meters and gauges .................................... 3-7, 3-15
Mirrors ............................................................... 3-45
Moonroof .................................................. 2-33, 9-23 N
New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000
miles (1,600 km) .............................................. 8-2
O
Odometer/Trip meter .................................. 3-8, 3-15
Off road driving .................................................... 8-8
Oil filter ............................................................ 11-12
Oil level Engine ........................................................ 11-11
Front differential (AT vehicles) ................... 11-35
Manual transmission .................................. 11-30
Rear differential .......................................... 11-36
Oil pressure warning light .................................. 3-22
Outside mirrors .................................................. 3-48
Outside temperature indicator .................. 3-12, 3-19
Overheating engine ........................................... 9-16