2006 SUBARU IMPREZA door lock

8-8 Driving tips
Winter driving
Operation during cold weath-
er
Carry some emergency equipment, such
as tire chains, a window scraper, a bag of
sand, flares, a small shovel, and jumper
cables.
Check the battery and cables. Cold tem-
peratures reduce battery capacity. The
battery must be in good condition to pro-
vide enough power for cold winter starts.
Use an engine oil of proper grade and vis-
cosity for cold weather. Heavy summer oil
will cause harder starting.
Keep the door locks from freezing by squirting them with deicer or glycerin.
Forcing a frozen door open may damage
or separate the rubber weather strips
around the door. If the door is frozen, use
hot water to melt the ice, and afterwards
thoroughly wipe the water away.
Use a windshield washer fluid that con-
tains an antifreeze solution. Do not use
engine antifreeze or other substitutes be-
cause they may damage the paint of the
vehicle.
SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con-
tains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5%
surfactant, by volume. Its freezing temper-
ature varies according to how much it is di-
luted, as indicated in the following table.
In order to prevent freezing of washer flu-
id, check the freezing temperatures in the
table above when adjusting the fluid con-
centration to the outside temperature.
If you fill the reservoir tank with a fluid with
a different concentration from the one
used previously, purge the old fluid fromthe piping between the reservoir tank and
washer nozzles by operating the washer
for a certain period of time. Otherwise, if
the concentration of the fluid remaining in
the piping is too low for the outside tem-
perature, it may freeze and block the noz-
zles.
Before driving your vehicle
Before entering the vehicle, remove any
snow or ice from your shoes because that
could make the pedals slippery and dan-
gerous.
While warming up the vehicle before driv-
ing, check that the accelerator pedal,
brake pedal, and all other controls operate
smoothly.
Clear away ice and snow that has accu-
mulated under the fenders to avoid mak-
ing steering difficult. During severe winter
driving, stop when and where it is safe to
800259
Washer Fluid
Concentration Freezing
Temperature
30% 10.4 F ( –12 C)
50% –4F ( –20 C)
100% –49 F ( –45 C)
Adjust the washer fluid concentra-
tion appropriately for the outside
temperature. If the concentration is
inappropriate, sprayed washer fluid
may freeze on the windshield and
obstruct your view, and the fluid
may freeze in the reservoir tank.

In case of emergency 9-15
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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 remote keyless en-
try system, you can unlock it from inside
the cargo area.
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1. Remove the access cover at the bot-
tom-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 le-
ver inside the trim to the left.
4. Open the rear gate from outside by
raising the rear gate handle.
Moonroof
– if the moonroof
cannot be closed
If the moonroof cannot be closed with the
moonroof switch, you can close the moon-
roof manually.
1. Take out the hex-headed wrench from
the glove compartment and screwdriver
from the tool bag.
2. Remove the map light lens by prying
the edge of the lens using a flat-head
screwdriver.
3. Remove the two screws that retain the
moonroof switch body. Then, remove the
moonroof switch.
900066
900067
900068

Appearance care 10-5
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soon as you find them.
Check the interior of the vehicle for water
and dirt accumulation under the floor mats
because that could cause corrosion. Oc-
casionally check under the mats to make
sure the area is dry.
Keep your garage dry. Do not park your
vehicle in a damp, poorly ventilated ga-
rage. In such a garage, corrosion can be
caused by dampness. If you wash the ve-
hicle in the garage or put the vehicle into
the garage when wet or covered with
snow, that can cause dampness.
If your vehicle is operated in cold weather
and/or in areas where road salts and other
corrosive materials are used, the door
hinges and locks, trunk lid lock, and hood
latch should be inspected and lubricated
periodically.
Cleaning the interior
Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate
control panel, audio equipment, instru-
ment panel, center console, combination
meter panel, and switches. (Do not use or-
ganic solvents.)
Seat fabric
Remove loose dirt, dust or debris with a
vacuum cleaner. If the dirt is caked on the
fabric or hard to remove with a vacuum
cleaner, use a soft blush then vacuum it.
Wipe the fabric surface with a tightly
wrung cloth and dry the seat fabric thor-
oughly. If the fabric is still dirty, wipe using
a solution of mild soap and lukewarm wa-
ter then dry thoroughly.
If the stain does not come out, try a com-
mercially-available fabric cleaner. Use the
cleaner on a hidden place and make sure
it does not affect the fabric adversely. Use
the cleaner according to its instructions.
NOTE
When cleaning the seat, do not use
benzine, paint thinner, or any similar
materials.
Leather seat materials
The leather used by SUBARU is a high
quality natural product which will retain its
distinctive appearance and feel for many
years with proper care.
Allowing dust or road dirt to build up on the
surface can cause the material to become
brittle and to wear prematurely. Regular
cleaning with a soft, moist, natural fiber
cloth should be performed monthly, taking
care not to soak the leather or allow water
to penetrate the stitched seams.
A mild detergent suitable for cleaning
woolen fabrics may be used to remove dif-
ficult dirt spots, rubbing with a soft, dry
cloth afterwards to restore the luster. If
your SUBARU is to be parked for a long
time in bright sunlight, it is recommended
that the seats and headrests be covered,
or the windows shaded, to prevent fading
or shrinkage.
Minor surface blemishes or bald patches
may be treated with a commercial leather
spray lacquer. You will discover that each
leather seat section will develop soft folds
or wrinkles, which is characteristic of gen-
uine leather.
Synthetic leather upholstery
The synthetic leather material used on the
SUBARU may be cleaned using mild soap
or detergent and water, after first vacuum-
ing or brushing away loose dirt. Allow the
soap to soak in for a few minutes and wipe

12-6 Specifications
Fuses and circuits
Fuse panel located behind the coin tray
1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10 11 12
14
13 15 16 17 18 19
20 21 22 23
C00000
Fuse 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 system
SRS airbag
AT control system
1210AIllumination brightness control
1310ACombination meter
SRS lamp
1410ARear window wiper and washer

Index 14-3
Oil and oil filter ................................ ............................. 11-8
Charge warning light .............................. .......................... 3-16
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp .............................................. ................................ 3-16
Checking Brake pedal free play ............................... .................. 11-27
Brake pedal reserve distance ........................... ......... 11-27
Clutch function ..................................... ...................... 11-28
Clutch pedal free play .............................. .................. 11-28
Engine oil level ................................... ......................... 11-8
Fluid level ................................. 11-20 , 11-24, 11-25, 11-26
Gear oil level ..................................... ... 11-18, 11-21, 11-22
Child restraint systems ............................... ...................... 1-23
Installation with A/ELR seatbelt ................... ................ 1-26
Lower and tether anchorages ........................ .............. 1-30
Child safety ........................................ .................................... 5
Locks ................................................ ........................... 2-18
Chime Key ................................................ ................................ 3-5
Seatbelt .......................................... .................... 1-11, 3-14
Cigarette lighter socket ............................ ........................... 6-6
Cleaning Aluminum wheels .................................... .................... 10-3
Interior .......................................... ............................... 10-5
Ventilator grille ................................. ............................ 4-11
Climate control system Automatic ......................................... .............................. 4-7
Manual ............................................ ............................... 4-3
Clock ............................................... ................................. 3-22
Clutch fluid ....................................... ............................... 11-26
Clutch pedal ....................................... ............................ 11-28
Coat hook .......................................... ................................. 6-9Coin tray ..........................................
................................... 6-4
Cooling system ....................................... ........................ 11-12
Corrosion protection ................................ ................ 8-10, 10-4
Cruise control ...................................... .............................. 7-27
Indicator light .................................... ............................ 3-20
Set indicator light ................................ ......................... 3-20
Cup holder ........................................ .................................. 6-5
D
Daytime running light system ......................... ................... 3-23
Differential gear oil Front ............................................. .............................. 11-21
Rear .............................................. ............................. 11-22
Dimensions .......................................... ............................. 12-2
Disarming the system ................................. ...................... 2-15
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ................ ........... 7-22
Dome light ........................................ ........................ 6-2, 11-50
Door locks ......................................... .................................. 2-4
Door open warning light ........................... ......................... 3-19
Drive belts ........................................ ............................... 11-18
Driver ’s control center differential ....................... .............. 7-12
Drivers control center differential Auto indicator light ............................... ........................ 3-20
Indicator lights .................................... .......................... 3-21
Driving Car phone/cell phone ............................... ......................... 7
Drinking ........................................... .................................. 6
Drugs .............................................. .................................. 7
Foreign countries ................................... ........................ 8-4
Pets ............................................... .................................... 7
Snowy and icy roads ................................... ................... 8-9
Tips ............................................... .............. 7-10, 7-12, 8-5

14-6 Index
Off road driving ................................... ................................ 8-6
Oil filter ........................................ ..................................... 11-8
Oil level Engine ............................................ ............................. 11-8
Front differential (AT vehicles) ..................... .............. 11-21
Manual transmission ................................. ................. 11-18
Rear differential ................................. ........................ 11-22
Oil pressure warning light .......................... ....................... 3-16
Outside mirrors ..................................... ............................ 3-33
Outside temperature indicator ....................... ............ 3-9, 3-13
Overheating engine ................................. ......................... 9-11
P
Parking Brake .............................................. ............................. 7-25
Brake stroke ......................................... ..................... 11-29
Light switch ........................................ .......................... 3-25
Tips ............................................... ............................... 7-25
Periodic inspections .................................. ......................... 8-4
Power Door locking switches ................................. ................... 2-6
Steering .......................................... ............................. 7-21
Steering fluid .................................... ......................... 11-24
Windows ........................................... ........................... 2-18
Preparing to drive ................................. .............................. 7-6
Printed antenna ................................... ............................... 5-2
R
Rear Combination lights ................................. .................... 11-48
Differential gear oil ............................. ........................ 11-22Differential oil temperature warning light ........
.............. 3-17
Gate .............................................. ............................... 2-23
Seats .............................................. ................................ 1-6
Rear seat Folding down (Wagon) .............................. ..................... 1-8
Rear window Defogger button ................................... ........................ 3-29
Wiper and washer switch ............................. ................ 3-28
Recommended Automatic transmission fluid .......................... ............ 11-21
Brake fluid ........................................ .......................... 11-25
Clutch fluid ....................................... .......................... 11-26
Oil grade and viscosity .............................. ..... 11-10, 11-11,
11-19, 11-22, 11-23
Power steering fluid ............................... .................... 11-24
Spark plugs ......................................... ....................... 11-17
Remote keyless entry system .............................. ............... 2-7
Replacement Brake pad and lining ............................... ................... 11-28
Wiper blades ....................................... ....................... 11-37
Replacing Air cleaner element ................................ .................... 11-15
Battery (Remote keyless entry system) ..................... .... 2-9
Lost transmitters (keyless entry system) ................. ..... 2-10
Replacing bulbs ..................................... ......................... 11-44
Cargo area light .................................. ....................... 11-50
Dome light ........................................ .......................... 11-50
Front fog light ................................... .......................... 11-48
Front turn signal light ............................ ..................... 11-48
Headlights ......................................... ......................... 11-45
High mount stop light .............................. ................... 11-51
License plate light ................................. ..................... 11-50

14-8 Index
Hitches ............................................. ........................... 8-23
Towing ............................................ ............................. 8-19
Towing tips ........................................ .......................... 8-25
Trunk lid .......................................... ................................. 2-20
Release handle ..................................... ...................... 2-21
Trunk light ........................................ .............................. 11-51
Turn signal
Indicator lights .................................... ......................... 3-20
Lever .............................................. ............................. 3-24
U
Under-floor storage compartment ..................... ............... 6-12
V
Valet mode ........................................ ............................... 2-16
Vanity mirror ...................................... ................................. 6-3
Vehicle Capacity weight ..................................... ...................... 8-13
Identification ..................................... ......................... 12-10
Symbols ............................................ ................................. 3
Ventilator ........................................ .................................... 4-2
W
Warning and indicator lights ........................ ..................... 3-14
Warning lights
ABS ............................................... .............................. 3-17
All-Wheel Drive .................................... ........................ 3-19
Anti-lock Brake System ................................ ............... 3-17
AT OIL TEMPerature ................................ ................... 3-17
Brake system ......................................... ...................... 3-18
Charge ............................................ ............................. 3-16CHECK ENGINE ......................................
................... 3-16
Door open ......................................... ........................... 3-19
Oil pressure ....................................... .......................... 3-16
R.Diff TEMPerature ................................ ..................... 3-17
Seatbelt .......................................... ..................... 1-11, 3-14
SRS airbag system ................................... ................... 3-15
Warranties and maintenance .......................... .................. 8-19
Washing ............................................ ................................ 10-2
Waxing and polishing .............................. ......................... 10-3
Wear indicators ..................................... .......................... 11-33
Wheel Alignment ......................................... ............................ 12-5
Balance ............................................ .......................... 11-32
Replacement ....................................... ....................... 11-34
Windows ............................................ ............................... 2-18
Windshield Windshield washer fluid ............................ ................. 11-36
Wiper and washer switches ............................. ............ 3-27
Wiper deicer ....................................... .......................... 3-30
Winter driving ..................................... ................................. 8-8
Wiper and washer ................................... .......................... 3-26