
RPM
.The security alarm is triggered
. The select lever is not in the “P ”
position (CVT models)
If the system detects any door (including
the rear gate/trunk lid) open during opera-
tion, it will prevent starting or stop the
engine, and sound the horn and flash side
marker lights, tail lights, and parking lights
6 times.
In addition to the items above, if the
vehicle ’s engine management system
determines there is a safety risk due to a
vehicle-related problem, the vehicle will
power down and the horn will sound 3
times.
NOTE
. If the alarm system is armed at the
time of remote engine starter activation
(the security indicator light on the
combination meter is flashing), the
alarm system will remain armed
throughout the remote start run cycle.
. If the alarm system is disarmed at
the time of remote engine starter
activation (the security indicator light
on the combination meter is not flash-
ing), the alarm system will remain
disarmed throughout the remote start
run cycle. !
Remote start operation - fob con-
firmation
Your remote engine starter fob is a
bidirectional transceiver that can confirm
system operation with several different
visual and audible indications. The fob ’s
LED-backlit button and internal piezo
buzzer will indicate status of the system
using the following flash and beep se-
quences, provided the fob is within opera-
tional range of the system.
Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option)
–CONTINUED –7-17

&Entering the vehicle while it
is running via remote start
1. Unlock the vehicle doors using the
keyless access function (if equipped) or
remote keyless entry system. If the vehi-
cle’s doors are unlocked manually using
the key, the vehicle’ s alarm system will
trigger (if the alarm system is armed prior
to activating the remote engine start
system) and the engine will turn off.
Perform either of the following procedures
to disarm the alarm system. Refer to
“Alarm system ”F 2-27.
. Insert the key into the ignition switch
and turn it to the “ON”position (models
without “keyless access with push-
button start system ”)
. Turn the push-button ignition switch
to the “ACC”or “ON ”position (models
with “keyless access with push-button
start system ”)
. Press any button on the access key/
remote keyless entry transmitter.
2. Enter the vehicle.
3. The engine will shut down when any
door or trunk/rear gate is opened.
4. Insert the key into the ignition switch
and turn to the “START”position to restart
the engine.
& Entering the vehicle follow-
ing remote engine start shut-
down
An alarm trigger may occur if the vehicle is
opened by the remote keyless entry
transmitter within a few seconds immedi-
ately following remote engine start shut-
down.
&Pre-heating or pre-cooling
the interior of the vehicle
Before exiting the vehicle, set the tem-
perature controls to the desired setting
and operation. After the system starts the
engine, the heater or air conditioning will
activate and heat or cool the interior to
your setting.
&Service mode (models with-
out “keyless access with
push-button start system ”)
In service mode, the remote engine start
function is temporarily disabled to prevent
the system from unexpectedly starting the
engine while being serviced.
To engage or disengage service mode:
1. Enter the vehicle and close all vehicle
doors and the trunk/rear gate.
2. Verify that the select lever is in the “P”
position (CVT models) 3. Depress and hold the brake pedal
4. Turn the ignition switch to the
“ON”
position
5. Press and release the remote engine
start transmitter “
”button three times.
The system will honk the vehicle ’s horn
each time the button is pressed.
6. The system will pause for 1 second
then honk the vehicle’ s horn three times to
indicate that the service mode has been
engaged or honk one time to indicate that
the service mode has been disengaged.
NOTE
When taking your vehicle in for service,
it is recommended that you inform the
service personnel that your vehicle is
equipped with a remote engine start
system.
& Remote transmitter program
(models without “keyless ac-
cess with push-button start
system ”)
New transmitters can be programmed to
the remote engine start system in the
event that a transmitter is lost, stolen,
damaged or additional transmitters are
desired (the system will accept up to eight
transmitters). New remote engine start
transmitters can be programmed accord-
Starting and operating/Remote engine start system (dealer option)
–CONTINUED –7-19

14-2Index
A
Abbreviation................................................................... 3
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................................... 7-32
Warning light ......................................................... 3-21
Access key ................................................................. 2-9
Warning indicator ................................................... 3-25
Accessories .............................................................. 11-36
Accessory power outlet ................................................. 6-8
Air cleaner element ................................................... 11-12
Air conditioner Automatic climate control .......................................... 4-7
Manual climate control .............................................. 4-8
Air filtration system ..................................................... 4-12
Air flow mode .............................................................. 4-8
Alarm system ............................................................ 2-27
All-Wheel Drive warning light ....................................... 3-23
Aluminum wheel ....................................................... 11-28
Cleaning ............................................................... 10-3
Antenna ...................................................................... 5-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................................... 7-32
Arming the system ..................................................... 2-29
Armrest ....................................................................... 1-8
Ashtray ..................................................................... 6-10
AT OIL TEMP warning light ......................................... 3-19
Audio aha
TMby HARMAN ................................................ 5-44
AM/FM radio ......................................................... 5-28
AUX ..................................................................... 5-61
Base display audio set. ............................................. 5-4
Basic operation ...................................................... 5-18
Bluetooth audio ...................................................... 5-58 CD ....................................................................... 5-53
iPod
...................................................................... 5-56
Pandora
®.............................................................. 5-50
SiriusXM Satellite Radio .......................................... 5-37
STARLINK
TM7.0 Multimedia Plus audio set ................ 5-6
Steering switches for audio ...................................... 5-63
SUBARU STARLINK ............................................... 5-26
Unit setting ............................................................ 5-19
USB memory ......................................................... 5-55
Auto on/off headlights ................................................. 3-89
Auto-dimming mirror/compass .......................... 3-100, 3-102
Automatic headlight beam leveler ................................. 3-94
Warning light .......................................................... 3-31
Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) ................................................ 1-12
B
Battery Drainage prevention function ..................................... 2-7
Jump starting ......................................................... 9-10
Replacement (access key) ..................................... 11-44
Replacement (remote engine start transmitter) ........... 7-20
Replacement (transmitter) ...................................... 11-45
Vehicle battery ..................................................... 11-34
Bluetooth
®
Audio .................................................................... 5-58
Hands-free phone system ........................................ 5-71
Settings ................................................................. 5-66
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 5-89
Bluetooth
®settings ..................................................... 5-66
Booster seat .............................................................. 1-32

14-4Index
CleaningAluminum wheels ................................................... 10-3
Interior .................................................................. 10-5
Ventilation grille ..................................................... 4-11
Climate control system ................................................. 4-3
Automatic ................................................................ 4-7
Manual ................................................................... 4-8
Clock ................................................................ 3-37, 3-52
Clutch
Fluid .................................................................... 11-17
Pedal .................................................................. 11-19
Coat hook ................................................................. 6-11
Compass ....................................................... 3- 100, 3-102
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) ..................... 7-23
Fluid ............................................................ 11-15, 12-7
Oil temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) ............ 3-19
Coolant ............................................................ 11-11, 12-7
Temperature high warning light ................................ 3-17
Temperature low indicator light. ................................ 3-17
Cooling system ......................................................... 11-10
Corrosion protection ................................................... 10-4
Cruise control ............................................................ 7-45
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-31
Set indicator light ................................................... 3-31
Cup holder .................................................................. 6-7
D
Daytime running light system ....................................... 3-92
Defogger ................................................................. 3-108
Defrosting ................................................................. 4-11
Deicer .................................................................... 3-108 Differential gear oil
Front ........................................................... 11-15, 12-6
Rear ........................................................... 11-15, 12-6
Dimensions ................................................................ 12-2
Disarming the alarm system ......................................... 2-32
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ........................ 7-32
Dome light ......................................................... 6-2, 11-42
Door Locks ..................................................................... 2-5
Open warning light. ................................................. 3-23
Drive belts ............................................................... 11-14
Driving AWD vehicles ......................................................... 8-4
Car phone/cell phone .................................................. 7
Drinking. .................................................................... 6
Drugs ........................................................................\
6
Foreign countries ..................................................... 8-4
Off road .................................................................. 8-6
Pets ........................................................................\
.. 7
Snowy and icy roads ............................................... 8-9
Tips ................................................. 7-23, 7-29, 8-2, 8-4
Tired or sleepy ........................................................... 6
Winter .................................................................... 8-8
E
ECO gauge ....................................................... 3-12, 3-49
Electrical system........................................................
12-7
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system ........... 7-33
Warning ................................................................ 3-22
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ............................. 1-12

Front fog light....................................................... 11-38
Front turn signal light ............................................. 11-38
Headlight ................................................... 11-36, 11-37
License plate light ................................................. 11-41
Map light .............................................................. 11-42
Parking light ......................................................... 11-38
Rear combination light ........................................... 11-38
Rear side marker light ........................................... 11-38
Rear turn signal light ............................................. 11-38
Stop light ............................................................. 11-38
Tail light ............................................................... 11-38
Trunk light ............................................................ 11-43
Rocking the vehicle .................................................... 8-11
Roof molding and crossbar ......................................... 8-15
Roof rails .................................................................. 8-14
S
Safety Precautions when driving ............................................. 4
Symbol ...................................................................... 2
Warnings ................................................................... 2
Seat Fabric ................................................................... 10-5
Front ...................................................................... 1-2
Heater .................................................................... 1-6
Rear ....................................................................... 1-7
Seatbelt ................................................................. 4, 1-11
Fastening .............................................................. 1-13
Maintenance .......................................................... 1-20
Pretensioners ........................................................ 1-20
Safety tips ............................................................. 1-11 Warning light and chime
.......................................... 3-14
Security Alarm system ......................................................... 2-27
Immobilizer ............................................................. 2-3
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-30
Shock sensors ....................................................... 2-34
Select lever Position indicator .................................................... 3-30
Shift lock function ................................................... 7-28
Shock sensors ........................................................... 2-34
Shopping bag hook ..................................................... 6-12
Shoulder pretensioners ............................................... 1-20
Snow tires ....................................................... 8-10, 11-21
Snowy and icy roads ................................................... 8-9
Sounding a panic alarm .............................................. 2-25
Spark plugs ..................................................... 11-14, 12-7
Specifications ............................................................. 12-2
Speedometer ............................................................. 3-10
SRS Curtain airbag ........................................................ 1-58
Frontal airbag ......................................................... 1-48
Side airbag ............................................................ 1-58
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)... 4, 1-39
SRS airbag system Monitors ................................................................ 1-67
Servicing ...............................................................
1
-69
Warning light .......................................................... 3-15
Starting & stopping engine .................................... 7-9, 7-12
State emission testing (U.S. only) .................................. 7-7
Steering responsive fog lights system ........................... 3-95
OFF indicator ......................................................... 3-32
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