2007 SUBARU IMPREZA window

Maintenance and serviceWheel balance .................................................. 11-33
Wear indicators ................................................ 11-33
Tire rotation direction mark .............................. 11-33
Tire rotation ..................................................... 11-34
Tire replacement .............................................. 11-34
Wheel replacement ........................................... 11-35
Aluminum wheels ............................................. 11-35
Intercooler water spray (WRX-STI) .................. 11-36
Windshield washer fluid .................................. 11-36
Replacement of wiper blades .......................... 11-38
Windshield wiper blade assembly ..................... 11-38
Windshield wiper blade rubber ......................... 11-38
Rear window wiper blade assembly .................. 11-39
Rear window wiper blade rubber ....................... 11-40
Battery. .............................................................. 11-41 Fuses
................................................................ 11-42
Main fuse .......................................................... 11-44
Installation of accessories .............................. 11-44
Replacing bulbs ............................................... 11-45
Headlights (WRX-STI) ....................................... 11-46
Headlights (Except WRX-STI) ........................... 11-47
Front turn signal light bulbs ............................. 11-49
Parking light .................................................... 11-49
Front fog light .................................................. 11-49
Rear combination lights ................................... 11-49
License plate light ........................................... 11-51
Dome light, map light and cargo area light ....... 11-51
Trunk light ....................................................... 11-52
High mount stop light ...................................... 11-52
Other bulbs ..................................................... 11-53

11-38Maintenance and service
Replacement of wiper blades
Grease, wax, insects, or other material on
the windshield or the wiper blade results in
jerky wiper operation and streaking on the
glass. If you cannot remove the streaks
after operating the windshield washer or if
the wiper operation is jerky, clean the
outer surface of the windshield (or rear
window) and the wiper blades using a
sponge or soft cloth with a neutral
detergent or mild-abrasive cleaner. After
cleaning, rinse the windshield and wiper
blades with clean water. The windshield is
clean if beads do not form when you rinse
the windshield with water.
CAUTION
Do not clean the wiper blades with
gasoline or a solvent, such as paint
thinner or benzene. This will cause
deterioration of the wiper blades.
If you cannot eliminate the streaking even
after following this method, replace the
wiper blades using the following proce-dures: &
Windshield wiper blade as- sembly
1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield.1) Stopper
2. Remove the wiper blade assembly by
holding its pivot area and pushing it in the
direction shown by the arrow while de-
pressing the wiper blade stopper.
3. Install the wiper blade assembly to the
wiper arm. Make sure that it locks in place.
4. Hold the wiper arm by hand and slowly
lower it in position. &
Windshield wiper blade rub- ber
1) Metal support
1. Grasp the locked end of the blade
rubber assembly and pull it firmly until the
stoppers on the rubber are free of the
metal support.

1) Metal spines
2. If the new blade rubber is not provided
with two metal spines, remove the metal
spines from the old blade rubber and
install them in the new blade rubber.
3. Align the claws of the metal support with the grooves in the rubber and slide
the blade rubber assembly into the metal
support until it locks.
1) Stopper
4. Be sure to position the claws at the
end of the metal support between the
stoppers on the rubber as shown. If the
rubber is not retained properly, the wiper
blade may scratch the windshield. &
Rear window wiper blade assembly
1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear
window.
2. Turn the wiper blade assembly coun- terclockwise. Maintenance and service
11-39
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11-40Maintenance and service
3. Pull the wiper blade assembly toward
you to remove it from the wiper arm. &Rear window wiper blade rubber
1. Pull out the end of the blade rubber
assembly to unlock it from the plasticsupport.
2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of
the plastic support.
1) Metal spines 3. If the new blade rubber is not provided
with two metal spines, remove the metal
spines from the old blade rubber and
install them in the new blade rubber.
4. Align the claws of the plastic support
with the grooves in the blade rubber
assembly, then slide the blade rubber
assembly into place.

Securely retain both ends of the rubber
with the stoppers on the plastic support
ends. If the rubber is not retained properly,
the wiper may scratch the rear windowglass.
5. Install the wiper blade assembly to the
wiper arm. Make sure that it locks in place.
6. Hold the wiper arm by hand and slowly
lower it in position.Battery
WARNING
. Before beginning work on or near
any battery, be sure to extinguish
all cigarettes, matches, and light-
ers. Never expose a battery to an
open flame or electric sparks.
Batteries give off a gas which is
highly flammable and explosive.
. For safety, in case an explosion
does occur, wear eye protection
or shield your eyes when work-
ing near any battery. Never lean
over a battery.
. Do not let battery fluid contact
eyes, skin, fabrics, or paint be-
cause battery fluid is a corrosive
acid. If battery fluid gets on your
skin or in your eyes, immediately
flush the area with water thor-
oughly. Seek medical help imme-
diately if acid has entered theeyes.
If battery fluid is accidentally
swallowed, immediately drink a
large amount of milk or water,
and seek medical attention im-
mediately.
. To lessen the risk of sparks, remove rings, metal watchbands,
and other metal jewelry. Never
allow metal tools to contact the
positive battery terminal and any-
thing connected to it WHILE you
are at the same time in contact
with any other metallic portion of
the vehicle because a short cir-
cuit will result.
. Keep everyone including children
away from the battery.
. Charge the battery in a well-
ventilated area.
. Battery posts, terminals and re-
lated accessories contain lead
and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive
harm. Batteries also contain
other chemicals known to the
State of California to cause can-
cer.
Wash hands after handling.
Maintenance and service
11-41
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Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
13 10A .Combination meter
. SRS lamp
14 10A .Rear window wiper and
washer
15 30A .Windshield wiper and
washer
16 20A .Brake light
17 15A .Air conditioner
18 15A .Backup light
. Cruise control
19 20A .Mirror heater
20 Empty
21 15A .Ignition coil (Non-turbo
models only)
22 Empty
23 20A .Accessory power outlet
(cargo)
. Seat heater Specifications
12-7
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12-8Specifications
&Fuse panel located in the engine compartment
A) FWD socket (AT models except Turbo)
B) Main fuse
C) Engine sensor (Non-turbo models) Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
1 20A .Radiator cooling fan
(Main)
2 20A .Radiator cooling fan
(Sub)
3 30A .ABS motor
4 20A .Rear window defogger
5 15A .Hazard warning flasher
. Horn
6 15A .Turn signal lights
7 10A .Automatic transmission
control unit
8 10A .Alternator
9 15A .Headlight (right side)
10 15A .Headlight (left side)
11 20A .Lighting switch
12 20A .Clock
. Interior light
13 10A .Secondary air combina-
tion valve (Turbo models only)

14-6Index
M
Main fuse ................................................................. 11-44
Maintenance
Precautions ........................................................... 11-3
Schedule .............................................................. 11-3
Seatbelt ................................................................ 1-18
Tools .................................................................... 9-16
Manual Climate control system ............................................. 4-3
Transmission oil .................................................... 11-19
Transmission-5 speeds ........................................... 7-11
Transmission-6 speeds ............................................. 7-9
Map light ..................................................................... 6-2
Maximum load limits ................................................... 8-20
Meters and gauges .............................................. 3-6, 3-11
Mirrors ...................................................................... 3-32
Moonroof .................................................................. 2-24
N
New vehicle break-in driving .......................................... 8-2
O
Odometer/Tripmeter ............................................. 3-7, 3-11
Off road driving ............................................................ 8-6
Oil filter ..................................................................... 11-9
Oil level
Engine .................................................................. 11-8
Front differential gear (AT vehicles) ......................... 11-21
Manual transmission .............................................. 11-19
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 .................................................................... 7-24
Brake stroke ........................................................ 11-30
Light switch ........................................................... 3-25
Tips ...................................................................... 7-25
Parking your vehicle ................................................... 7-24
Periodic inspections ..................................................... 8-4
Power
Door locking switch .................................................. 2-6
Steering ................................................................ 7-20
Steering fluid ........................................................ 11-24
Windows ............................................................... 2-18
Precautions against vehicle modification ................ 1-22, 1-57
Preparing to drive ........................................................ 7-6
Printed antenna ........................................................... 5-2
R Rear Combination lights ................................................ 11-49
Gate ............................................................. 2-23, 9-14
Seats ..................................................................... 1-6
Viscous limited slip differential .................................. 7-20
Rear differential Gear oil ............................................................... 11-22
Oil temperature warning light ................................... 3-17