2012 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX STI roof

Black plate (305,1)
北米Model "A1130BE-A" EDITED: 2011/ 6/ 7
! Removal and installation of the
crossbarsEach of the two roof moldings has two
mounting points for crossbars. Each
mounting point is fitted with a cover. Use
a screwdriver to remove the covers. When
installing the crossbars on the roof mold-
ing, follow the manufacturer ’s instructions.
Trailer towingYour vehicle is neither designed nor
intended to be used for trailer towing.
Therefore, never tow a trailer with your
vehicle.
SUBARU assumes no responsibility for
injuries or vehicle damage that may result
from trailer towing, from any trailer towing
equipment or from any errors or omissions
in the instructions accompanying such
equipment. SUBARU warranties do not
apply to vehicle damage or malfunction
caused by trailer towing.
Driving tips
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北米Model "A1130BE-A" EDITED: 2011/ 6/ 2
If you park your vehicle in case of an
emergency ........................................................ 9-2
Temporary spare tire ........................................... 9-2
Maintenance tools ............................................... 9-3
Tool bag.............................................................. 9-4
Under the rear floor ............................................. 9-4
Flat tires............................................................... 9-5
Changing a flat tire .............................................. 9-5
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. models) ........................................... 9-8
Jump starting...................................................... 9-9
How to jump start ............................................... 9-10
Engine overheating ........................................... 9-12
If steam is coming from the engine
compartment ................................................... 9-12
If no steam is coming from the engine compartment ................................................... 9-12
Towing................................................................ 9-12
Towing and tie-down hooks. ............................... 9-13
Using a flat-bed truck. ........................................ 9-15
Towing with all wheels on the ground ................. 9-15
Rear gate–if the rear gate cannot be
unlocked .......................................................... 9-16
Moonroof –if moonroof cannot be closed ...... 9-17
In case of emergency
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北米Model "A1130BE-A" EDITED: 2011/ 6/ 7
possible because the spare tire is de-
signed only for temporary use.
Check the inflation pressure of the tem-
porary spare tire periodically to keep the
tire ready for use. The correct pressure is
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kg/cm
2).
When using the temporary spare tire, note
the following.
. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
. Do not put a tire chain on the temporary
spare tire. Because of the smaller tire size,
a tire chain will not fit properly.
. Do not use two or more temporary
spare tires at the same time.
. Do not drive over obstacles. This tire
has a smaller diameter, so road clearance
is reduced.
1) Tread wear indicator bar
2) Indicator location mark. When the wear indicator appears on
the tread, replace the tire.
. The temporary spare tire must be used
only on a rear wheel. If a front wheel tire
gets punctured, replace the wheel with a
rear wheel and install the temporary spare
tire in place of the removed rear wheel.
Maintenance toolsYour vehicle is equipped with the following
maintenance tools.
. Jack
. Jack handle
. Screwdriver
. Towing hook (eye bolt)
. Wheel nut wrench
. Hex-head wrench (only models with
moonroof)
In case of emergency
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9-4
In case of emergency
& Tool bag1) Screwdriver
2) Wheel nut wrench
3) Hex-head wrench (only models with
moonroof)
4) Tool bagThe screwdriver and wheel nut wrench are
stored in the tool bag.
& Under the rear floor1) Jack handle
A) 4-door models
B) 5-door models
1) Under-floor storage compartment (if
equipped) (Refer to “Under-floor storage
compartment” F6-14.)
2) Tool bucket
3) Spare tire
A) 4-door models
B) 5-door models

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北米Model "A1130BE-A" EDITED: 2011/ 6/ 7
1) Wheel nut wrench
2) Hex-head wrench (only models with
moonroof)
3) Screwdriver
4) Jack
5) Towing hook (eye bolt)
A) Models with 16-inch wheel tires B) Except models with 16-inch wheel tires
The jack handle is stored under the floor of
the trunk (4-door) or the cargo area (5-
door). The jack and towing hook are
stored in the tool bucket that is located in
the recess of the spare tire wheel.
Also, the tools in the tool bag can be
stored in the tool bucket as illustrated.
For how to use the jack, refer to
“Flat tires”
F 9-5.
Flat tiresIf you have a flat tire while driving, never
brake suddenly; keep driving straight
ahead while gradually reducing speed.
Then slowly pull off the road to a safe
place.& Changing a flat tire
WARNING
. Do not jack up the vehicle on an
incline or a loose road surface.
The jack can come out of the
jacking point or sink into the
ground and this can result in a
severe accident.
. Use only the jack provided with
your vehicle. The jack supplied
with the vehicle is designed only
for changing a tire. Never get
under the vehicle while support-
ing the vehicle with this jack.
In case of emergency
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Moonroof –if moonroof can-
not be closedIf the moonroof cannot be closed with the
moonroof switch, you can close the moon-
roof manually.
1. Take out the hex-head wrench and
screwdriver from the tool bag.2. Remove the spotlight lens by prying
the edge of the lens using flat-head
screwdriver.
3. Remove the two screws that retain the
moonroof switch body. Then, remove the
moonroof switch.4. Insert the wrench in the end of the
motor shaft.
To lower the moonroof, turn the wrench clockwise.
To close the moonroof, turn the wrench
counterclockwise.
Have your vehicle checked and repaired
by an authorized SUBARU dealer.
In case of emergency
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Passenger car tire
A tire intended for use on passen-
ger cars, multipurpose passenger
vehicles, and trucks, that have a
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)
of 10,000 lbs (4,535 kg) or less..
Ply
A layer of rubber-coated parallel
cords..
Ply separation
A parting of rubber compound
between adjacent plies..
Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rub-
ber, chemicals, fabric and steel or
other materials, that, when
mounted on an automotive wheel,
provides the traction and contains
the gas or fluid that sustains the
load..
Production options weight
The combined weight of those
installed regular production options
weighing over 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) in
excess of those standard items
which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or acces- sory weight, including heavy duty
brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special
trim.
.
Radial ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply
cords that extend to the beads are
laid at substantially 90 degrees to
the centerline of the tread..
Recommended inflation pres-
sure
The cold inflation pressure recom-
mended by a vehicle manufacturer..
Reinforced tire
A tire designed to operate at higher
loads and at higher inflation pres-
sures than the corresponding stan-
dard tire..
Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire
and tube assembly upon which the
tire beads are seated..
Rim diameter
Nominal diameter of the bead seat..
Rim size designation
Rim diameter and width.
.
Rim type designation
The industry of manufacturer ’s des-
ignation for a rim by style or code..
Rim width
Nominal distance between rim
flanges..
Section width
The linear distance between the
exteriors of the sidewalls of an
inflated tire, excluding elevations
due to labeling, decoration, or
protective bands..
Sidewall
That portion of a tire between the
tread and bead..
Sidewall separation
The parting of the rubber com-
pound from the cord material in
the sidewall..
Test rim
The rim on which a tire is fitted for
testing, and it may be any rim listed
as appropriate for use with that tire..
Tread
That portion of a tire that comes
into contact with the road.
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
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Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
& Tire care –maintenance and
safety practices.
Check on a daily basis that the
tires are free from serious damage,
nails, and stones. At the same time,
check the tires for abnormal wear.
.
Inspect the tire tread regularly
and replace the tires before their
tread wear indicators become visi-
ble. When a tire ’streadwear
indicator becomes visible, the tire
is worn beyond the acceptable limit
and must be replaced immediately.
With a tire in this condition, driving
at even low speeds in wet weather
can cause the vehicle to hydro-
plane. Possible resulting loss of
vehiclecontrolcanleadtoan
accident.
.
To maximize the life of each tire
and ensure that the tires wear
uniformly, it is best to rotate the
tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km).
For information about the tire rota-
tion order, refer to “Tire rotation ”
F 11-29
.Replace any damaged or
unevenly worn tires at the time of rotation. After tire rotation, adjust
the tire pressures and make sure
the wheel nuts are correctly tigh-
tened. For information about the
tightening torque and tightening
sequence for the wheel nuts, refer
to
“Flat tires” F9-5
.
& Vehicle load limit –how to
determineThe load capacity of your vehicle is
determined by weight, not by avail-
able cargo space. The load limit of
your vehicle is shown on the
vehicle placard attached to the
driver ’s side B-pillar. Locate the
statement “The combined weight
of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs ”
on your vehicle ’s placard.
Thevehicleplacardalsoshows
seating capacity of your vehicle.
The total load capacity includes the
total weight of driver and all pas-
sengers and their belongings, any
cargo, any optional equipment such
as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, etc., and the tongue load of
a trailer. Therefore cargo capacity
can be calculated by the following
method.
Cargo capacity = Load limit
(total
weight of occupants + total weight
of optional equipment + tongue
load of a trailer (if applicable))
For information about vehicle load-
ing, refer to “Loading your vehicle ”
F 8-10
.
NOTEYour vehicle is neither designed
nor intended to be used for
trailer towing. Therefore, never
tow a trailer with your vehicle.