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rear gate or trunk.
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gate (or trunk) are not fully
closed, an electronic chirp
will sound five times and the
hazard lights will flash five
times to alert you that the
doors or the rear gate are not
properly closed.
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Immediate Attention
Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob
Fuel Gauge
Trip meter and odometer
Tachometer
Temperature Gauge
Caution
Informational
Seatbelt warning
Front passenger seatbelt
warning
SRS airbag system
Security indicator light
Door open
Charge warning
Oil pressure warning Brake system
High beam indicator light
ABS warning
Low fuel
Vehicle Dynamics
Control/Vehicle Dynamics
Control operation
Vehicle Dynamics
Control OFF
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Malfunction indicator Speedometer
Tire pressure warning light
Front passenger frontal
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Front passenger frontal
airbag OFF
Turn signals
Front fog light indicator light (if
equipped)
Headlight indicator light
Cruise control
indicator light
Cruise control set
indicator light
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Immediate Attention
Trip meter A/B selection and trip
meter reset knob
Fuel Gauge
Trip meter and odometer
Tachometer
Temperature Gauge
Caution
Informational
Seatbelt warning
Front passenger
seatbelt warning
SRS airbag system
Security indicator light
Door open
Charge warning
Oil pressure warning
REV indicator Brake system
Rear differential oil
temp warning
High beam indicator light
ABS warning
Low fuel
Vehicle Dynamics
Control/Vehicle Dynamics
Control operation
Vehicle Dynamics Control
OFF / Traction Control
OFF
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Malfunction indicator Speedometer
Tire pressure warning light
Front passenger frontal
B J S C B H 0 /
Front passenger frontal
airbag OFF
Turn signals
Front fog light indicator light
(if equipped)
Headlight indicator light
Cruise control
indicator light
Cruise control set
indicator light
Driver’s control center
differential auto indicator
Sport (S) mode
Intelligent (I) mode
Sport Sharp (S#) mode
Shift-up indicator
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Illumination
Brightness Control
While the light switch
is on, rotate the dial downward to dim
the instrument panel
illumination. Rotate the dial upward to make the illumination
brighter. When the dial is fully rotated
upward, the instrument panel illumination
becomes full bright.
Windshield WipersTo turn on the wipers, press the wiper control lever down one level for intermittent,
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position to stop the wipers. For a single wipe, pull the lever toward you. To spray
washer fluid, press and hold the button at the end of the lever.
To operate the rear wiper, rotate the end of the knob upward to the intermittent,
continuous, or wash position. When the rear wiper is off, rotate the knob downward
to wash and wipe the rear window.Daytime Running LightsDaytime running lights are standard on your vehicle. Only a reduced brightness high
beam will be automatically turned on when the engine has started and the parking
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brightness of the illumination of the high beam headlights is reduced by the daytime
running light system. You must always switch on your headlights when it’s dark
outside by turning the light switch to the
position.
Light Controls
Turns on instrument panel lights,
taillights, parking lights and
license plate lights.
Turns on headlights, instrument
panel illumination, parking lights,
taillights and license plate lights. Turns on
fog lights
(if equipped).
Push up for right
turn signal.
Push down for
left turn signal.
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Headlight Beam
Leveler
(if equipped)
Your vehicle’s High-Intensity
Discharge (HID) headlights
generate more light than
conventional halogen
headlights. Therefore, a driver
of an oncoming vehicle may
experience too much glare
when your headlight beam
height adjustment is high
because the vehicle is carrying
a heavy load. The headlight
beam leveler can be used to
adjust beam height to avoid
such a condition. To lower the
beam, turn the knob to the
higher numbers.
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increase the volume. Press
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the volume.
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Auxiliary Input Jack or
RCA A/V Jack
(if equipped)
The auxiliary jack is located in the
center console. You can connect a
portable music player to the auxiliary
jack and hear the music stored on it
through the vehicle speakers. Press the
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system to select the auxiliary mode.
USB Storage Device /
iPod
® (if equipped)
You can connect a USB equipped
portable music player to the USB
connector and hear the music stored
on it through the vehicle speakers.
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until the USB / iPod
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Steering Wheel Audio Controls
(if equipped)
Cruise Control
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FM, AM, SAT, CD, AUX.
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the switch up or down to find the desired
frequency. In CD mode, push the switch up
or down to skip forward or back a track.
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light on the instrument panel will turn on.
To deactivate cruise control, press the
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button. Ease off the accelerator
pedal. Your vehicle will maintain
the desired speed.
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the brake pedal or press the
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Increase speed
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hold until your vehicle reaches
the desired speed, and release.
To increase speed using the
accelerator pedal, press the pedal
until you reach the desired speed.
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set the speed.
Decrease speed
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hold until your vehicle slows to
the desired speed, and release.
To decrease the speed using the
brake pedal, press the pedal to
release cruise control temporarily.
When the speed decreases to the
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22While OperatingVehicle Dynamics Control OFF Switch (Impreza WRX only)Pressing the switch to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system can help in the
following situations:
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slippery surface.
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(Impreza WRX STI only)Traction Mode
Press the switch to enter traction mode. This mode restricts the functions of the Traction
Control System and Vehicle Dynamics Control system and thus delays utilizing their functions
as a reaction to vehicle behavior. This mode should be used in driving situations where the
vehicle dynamic performance will improve without decreasing engine torque control. The
indicator light in the gauge cluster will turn green.
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF Mode
Press and hold the switch to enter Vehicle Dynamics Control Off mode. This mode should be
used in emergency situations, such as getting out of mud or deep snow. The indicator light in
the gauge cluster will turn yellow.
Fuel Filler Lid ReleaseTo open the fuel filler lid, pull the fuel filler lever up and release.
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REV Alarm System
(Impreza WRX STI only)The REV alarm system automatically issues a warning
using the REV indicator light whenever the tachometer
needle enters the red zone. The REV alarm level can
be set manually to an engine speed of your choosing
between 2,000 and 7,000 rpm using the trip knob.
The trip knob is also used to select a warning alarm
buzzer in addition to the light. The REV alarm set
level can be viewed in the odometer/tripmeter by
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and then pressing the trip knob. Please refer to our Owner’s Manual for more
detailed instructions on setting the engine speed alarm level and select\
ing the
warning buzzer.
6-Speed Manual Transmission
(Impreza WRX STI only)This manual transmission is a fully
synchromeshed 6 - forward and 1 - reverse
speed transmission. Before you can shift into
reverse gear, you must raise the slider ring
and hold it in that position. Only pull the slider
ring up when shifting into Reverse gear.
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Front Hood and Hood ScoopDue to the lightweight material, a slight vibration
is normal at higher speeds and will not affect the
durability of the hood. To avoid deforming the
front hood when closing, do not press down
on the hood with your hands. You can release
your hold on the front hood approximately
12 inches above the closing position and its
weight should cause it to close securely.
Driver Control Center
Differential (DCCD)
(Impreza WRX STI only)This system adjusts the torque-distribution
ratio between the front and rear wheels
of the center differential to suit driving and
road surface conditions. The DCCD can be
operated automatically or manually. When
the system is in the automatic mode, the
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switch located on the center console. Use the DCCD
control switch located beside the parking brake lever for
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using the system manually, if the control switch is set
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make a vibration or noise when the vehicle is in
tight turns at slow speeds (torque binding). In addition, if the rear differential oil
exceeds a certain temperature, the DCCD will automatically cancel the current
torque-distribution ratio setting and adopt its minimum ratio.
Front Fender VentsThe front fender has functional side vents that increase
air flow through the engine compartment. This provides
additional cooling for the intercooler and engine.
Limited Slip Differential
(Impreza WRX STI only)The Limited Slip Differential (LSD) provides optimum distribution of power according to
the difference in revolution between the right and left rear wheels that may be caused
by certain driving conditions, thereby improving driving stability on snow-covered,
muddy or other slippery roads or during high speed driving. Due to the nature of this
mechanical Limited Slip Differential, the rear differential gears may make a vibration
and/or noise when making turns. When servicing the LSD, use only specified gear oil.
TiresThe factory-fitted tires on your vehicle are summer
tires. Summer tires are high-speed capability tires
best suited for highway driving under dry conditions.
Summer tires are inadequate for driving on slippery
roads, such as on snow-covered or icy roads. If you drive your vehicle on
snow-covered or icy roads, we
strongly recommend the use
of winter (snow) tires for all four
wheels. Please note that these
originally equipped summer
tires offer advanced grip
performance and will wear out
quicker than ordinary tires.
WRX STI
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1. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Check your power steering fluid level
monthly. The power steering fluid expands
greatly as its temperature rises and
the fluid level differs according to fluid
temperature. Therefore, the reservoir tank
has two different checking ranges for
hot and cold fluid. Please refer to your
Owner’s Manual for details.
2. Air Cleaner Element This element filters intake air. Follow the
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necessary, replace this element with a
genuine Subaru air cleaner.
3. Radiator Cap If your engine overheats, safely pull off the
road and stop your vehicle in a safe place.
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until the engine has been shut off and has
fully cooled down. If steam is coming from
the engine compartment, turn the engine
off and move everyone away from the
vehicle until it cools. Please refer to your
Owner’s Manual for details. 4. Intercooler
The intercooler is positioned behind
the throttle body to cool intake air and
improve supercharging efficiency. (Intake
air passing through the turbocharger gets
very warm, which could result in lower
supercharging efficiency.) To prevent
damage to this important system, avoid
placing tools and other objects on
the intercooler.
5. Engine Oil Level Gauge Check the engine oil level at each fuel
stop. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,
and insert it again. Pull it out and check
the oil level. If it’s below the lower level,
add oil to bring the level up to the
upper level. (Use only engine oil of the
recommended grade and viscosity.
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual
for oil recommendations and other
important details.) 6. Engine Coolant Reservoir
Check your coolant level at each
fuel stop. Observe the coolant
level on the outside of the reservoir
while the engine is cool. If the level
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tank is empty, remove the radiator
cap and refill as required. Please
refer to your Owner’s Manual for
details.
7. Engine Oil Filler Cap Change your oil according to
the maintenance schedule in
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changed more frequently when you
drive on dusty roads, frequently
make short trips, or when you drive
in extremely cold weather.
8. Brake Fluid Reservoir Check your brake fluid level
monthly. Observe the fluid level on
the outside of the reservoir. If the
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add the recommended brake fluid
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mark. Use only brake fluid from
a sealed container.
9. Battery When your vehicle does not start
due to a battery that has run down,
the vehicle may be jump-started by
connecting your battery to another
battery with jumper cables. Jump-starting is dangerous if
done incorrectly. Please refer
to your Owner’s Manual for
instructions. If you’re unsure
about how to jump-start your
vehicle, please consult a
competent mechanic.
10. Windshield Washer Tank It’s a good idea to check your washer fluid every time you stop
for fuel. If the level is low, fill the
windshield washer tank to the
neck of the reservoir with
windshield washer fluid. In cold
weather, use a freeze resistant
windshield washer fluid.
11. Main Fuse Box Your Impreza WRX has two fuse boxes. One is located under the
instrument panel, behind the
fuse box cover on the driver’s
seat side. The other is housed
in your engine compartment, as
shown here. Fuses are designed
to melt during an overload
situation in order to prevent
damage to the wiring harness and
electrical equipment. If any lights,
accessories or electrical controls
fail to operate properly, inspect
the corresponding fuse. If it has
blown, replace it in accordance
with the instructions in your
Owner’s Manual. The fuse puller
and spare fuses are located
in the main fuse box in the
engine compartment.
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