2016 SUBARU IMPREZA power steering

Starting and operating/Power steering
Power steering
&Power steering warning light
Type A
Type B
&Power steering system fea-
tures
The vehicle is equipped with an electric
power steering system. When the ignition
switch is turned to the “ON”position, the
power steering warning light on the
combination meter illuminates to inform
the driver that the warning system is
functioning properly. Then, if the engine
started, the warning light turns off to inform
the driver that the steering power assist is
operational.
CAUTION
When the power steering warning
light is illuminated, there may be
more resistance when the steering
wheel is operated. Drive carefully to
the nearest SUBARU dealer and
have the vehicle inspected immedi-
ately.
NOTE
If the steering wheel is operated in the
following ways, the power steering
control system may temporarily limit
the power assist in order to prevent the
system components, such as the con-
trol computer and drive motor, from
overheating. .
The steering wheel is operated fre-
quently and turned sharply while the
vehicle is maneuvered at extremely low
speeds, such as while frequently turn-
ing the steering wheel during parallel
parking.
. The steering wheel remains in the
fully turned position for a long period
of time.
At this time, there will be more resis-
tance when steering. However this is
not a malfunction. Normal steering
force will be restored after the steering
wheel is not operated for a while and
the power steering control system has
an opportunity to cool down. However,
if the power steering is operated in a
non-standard way which causes power
assist limitation to occur too fre-
quently, this may result in a malfunc-
tion of the power steering control
system.
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face; since having Vehicle Dy-
namics Control is no guarantee
that full vehicle control will be
maintained at all times and under
all conditions, its activation
should be seen as a sign that
the speed of the vehicle should
be reduced considerably.
. Whenever suspension compo-
nents, steering components, or
an axle are removed from a
vehicle, have an inspection of
that system performed by an
authorized SUBARU dealer.
. The following precautions should
be observed in order to ensure
that the Vehicle Dynamics Con-
trol system is operating properly:
– All four wheels should be
fitted with tires of the same
size, type, and brand. Further-
more, the amount of wear
should be the same for all
four tires.
– Keep the tire pressure at the
proper level as shown on the
vehicle placard attached to
the driver ’s side door pillar.
– Use only the specified tem-
porary spare tire to replace a
flat tire. With a temporary spare tire, the effectiveness of
the Vehicle Dynamics Control
system is reduced and this
should be taken into account
when driving the vehicle in
such a condition.
. If non-matching tires are used,
the Vehicle Dynamics Control
system may not operate cor-
rectly.
. The Vehicle Dynamics Control
system helps prevent unstable
vehicle motion such as skidding
using control of the brakes and
engine power. Do not turn off the
Vehicle Dynamics Control sys-
tem unless it is absolutely ne-
cessary. If you must turn off the
Vehicle Dynamics Control sys-
tem, drive very carefully accord-
ing to the road surface condi-
tions.
& System features
In the event of wheelspin and/or skidding
on a slippery road surface and/or during
cornering and/or an evasive maneuver,
the Vehicle Dynamics Control system
adjusts the engine ’s output and the
wheels’ respective braking forces to help maintain traction and directional control.
.
Traction Control Function
The traction control function is designed to
prevent spinning of the driving wheels on
slippery road surfaces, thereby helping to
maintain traction and directional control.
Activation of this function is shown by
steady illumination of the Vehicle Dy-
namics Control operation indicator light.
. Skid Suppression Function
The skid suppression function is designed
to help maintain directional stability by
suppressing the wheels’ tendency to slide
sideways during steering operations. Acti-
vation of this function is shown by flashing
of the Vehicle Dynamics Control operation
indicator light.
NOTE
. The Vehicle Dynamics Control sys-
tem may be considered normal when
the following conditions occur.
–Slight twitching of the brake
pedal is felt.
– The vehicle or steering wheel
shakes to a small degree.
– An operating sound from the
engine compartment is heard
briefly when starting the engine
and when driving off after starting
the engine.
Starting and operating/Vehicle Dynamics Control system
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properly with safety chains. Each safety
chain should be equally tightened and
care must be taken not to pull the chains
so tightly that the suspension bottoms out.
CAUTION
If your vehicle has a front under-
spoiler and rear underspoiler (both
optional), be careful not to scrape
them when placing the vehicle on
the carrier and when removing the
vehicle from the carrier.
&Towing with all wheels on the
ground
1. Release the parking brake and put the
transmission in the “N”position.
2. The ignition switch should be in the
“ON ”position while the vehicle is being
towed.
3. Take up slack in the towline slowly to
prevent damage to the vehicle.
WARNING
. Never turn the ignition switch to
the “LOCK ”/“OFF ”position while
the vehicle is being towed be-
cause the steering wheel and the
direction of the wheels will be
locked. .
Remember that the brake booster
and power steering do not func-
tion when the engine is not
running. Because the engine is
turned off, it will take greater
effort to operate the brake pedal
and steering wheel.
CAUTION
. If transmission failure occurs,
transport your vehicle on a flat-
bed truck.
. For CVT models, the traveling
speed must be limited to less
than 20 mph (30 km/h) and the
traveling distance to less than 31
miles (50 km). For greater speeds
and distances, transport your
vehicle on a flat-bed truck.
In case of emergency/Towing9-17

Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
15 10A .Luggage light
. Clock
16 7.5A .Illumination
17 15A .Seat heaters
18 10A .Backup light
19 7.5A .Power window relay
. Radiator main fan relay
20 10A .Accessory power outlet
(instrument panel)
21 10A .Starter relay
22 7.5A .Air conditioner
. Rear window defogger
relay coil
23 Empty
24 10A .Audio unit
. Clock
25 15A .SRS airbag system
26 Empty
27 15A .Blower fan
28 15A .Blower fan
29 15A .Fog light
30 Empty
31 7.5A .Auto air conditioner unit
. Integrated unit Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
32 7.5A .Clutch switch
. Steering lock control
unit
33 7.5A .Vehicle Dynamics Con-
trol unit Specifications/Fuses and circuits
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crease in temperature could cause
tread separation, and failure of the
tire(s). Possible resulting loss of
vehicle control could lead to an
accident.
!Measuring and adjusting air
pressure to achieve proper in-
flation
Check and, if necessary, adjust the
pressure of each tire (including the
spare) at least once a month and
before any long journey. Check the
tire pressures when the tires are
cold. Use a pressure gauge to
adjust the tire pressures to the
specific values. Driving even a
short distance warms up the tires
and increases the tire pressures.
Also, the tire pressures are affected
by the outside temperature. It is
best to check tire pressure out-
doors before driving the vehicle.
When a tire becomes warm, the air
inside it expands, causing the tire
pressure to increase. Be careful not
to mistakenly release air from a
warm tire to reduce its pressure.
&Glossary of tire terminology
.Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of
those standard items which may be
replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio,
and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-in-
stalled equipment (whether in-
stalled or not).
.Bead
The part of the tire that is made of
steel wires, wrapped or reinforced
by ply cords and that is shaped to fit
the rim.
.Bead separation
A breakdown of the bond between
components in the bead.
.Bias ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply
cords that extend to the beads are
laid at alternate angles substantially
less than 90 degrees to the center-
line of the tread.
.Carcass
The tire structure, except tread and sidewall rubber which, when in-
flated, bears the load.
.Chunking
The breaking away of pieces of the
tread or sidewall.
.Cold tire pressure
The pressure in a tire that has been
driven less than 1 mile or has been
standing for three hours or more.
.Cord
The strands forming the plies in the
tire.
.Cord separation
The parting of cords from adjacent
rubber compounds.
.Cracking
Any parting within the tread, side-
wall, or inner liner of the tire
extending to cord material.
.Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with
standard equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight
optional engine.
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects/Tire information
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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

14-8Index
Overheating engine.................................................... 9-13
P
Parking Brake ................................................................... 7-40
Brake stroke ......................................................... 11-21
Light .................................................................... 11-38
Tips...................................................................... 7-40
Periodic inspections ..................................................... 8-4
Petrol fuel ................................................................... 7-3
PIN Code Access ...................................................... 2-21
Power Door locking switch .................................................. 2-8
Outlets .................................................................... 6-8
Outside mirrors .................................................... 3-108
Steering ................................................................ 7-30
Steering warning light ............................................. 3-23
Windows ............................................................... 2-35
Precautions against vehicle modification ............... 1-24, 1-70
Preparing to drive ........................................................ 7-8
Push-button Ignition switch .......................................................... 3-6
Starting and stopping engine ................................... 7-12
R
Rear Combination lights ................................................. 11-38
Differential gear oil ........................................ 11-15, 12-6
Gate ............................................................. 2-41, 9-19
Turn signal light .................................................... 11-38
Rear seat .................................................................... 1-7 Armrest
.................................................................. 1-8
Folding down ......................................................... 1-10
Head restraint adjustment ......................................... 1-8
Rear view camera ...................................................... 6-15
How to adjust the rear view image ............................ 5-25
Rear window Defogger ............................................................. 3-108
Wiper and washer switch ......................................... 3-99
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-32
Recommended Brake fluid ............................................................. 12-7
Continuously variable transmission fluid .................... 12-7
Engine oil .............................................................. 12-4
Front differential gear oil .......................................... 12-6
Rear differential gear oil .......................................... 12-6
Spark plugs ........................................................... 12-7
Refueling .................................................................... 7-5
Remote engine start system ........................................ 7-14
Remote keyless entry system ...................................... 2-23
Replacement Access key battery ............................................... 11-44
Air cleaner element ............................................... 11-13
Brake pad and lining ............................................. 11-20
Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system) ......... 2-26
Remote engine start transmitter battery ..................... 7-20
Remote keyless entry transmitter battery ................. 11-45
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-30
Replacing bulbs.............................................

11-36, 12-14
Backup light ......................................................... 11-38
Cargo area light ................................................... 11-42
Dome light ........................................................... 11-42

14-10Index
Steering switches for audio......................................... 5-63
Steering wheel Power ................................................................... 7-30
Tilt/telescopic ........................................................ 3-110
Stop light ................................................................. 11-38
Storage compartment ................................................... 6-5
Sun shade ................................................................ 2-44
Sun visors ................................................................... 6-4
Supplemental Restraint System airbag (SRS) ................ 1-39
Synthetic leather upholstery ........................................ 10-5
T
Tachometer ............................................................... 3-11
Temperature warning light AT OIL TEMP ........................................................ 3-19
Coolant ................................................................. 3-17
Temporary spare tire .................................................... 9-2
Tether (child restraint system) .............................. 1-33, 1-36
Tie-down hooks/holes ................................................. 9-14
Tire ................................................................. 11-21, 12-8 Chains .................................................................. 8-11
Inspection ............................................................ 11-23
Pressures and wear .............................................. 11-23
Replacement ........................................................ 11-27
Rotation ............................................................... 11-26
Size and pressure .................................................. 12-8
Types .................................................................. 11-21
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). ...... 7-38, 9-9, 11-21
Warning light ......................................................... 3-19
Tires and wheels. ...................................................... 11-21
Tools ........................................................................\
.. 9-3 Top tether anchorages
........................................ 1-33, 1-36
Towing ...................................................................... 9-14
All wheels on the ground ......................................... 9-17
Flat-bed truck ......................................................... 9-16
Hooks ................................................................... 9-14
Weight .................................................................. 8-19
Trailer Connecting ............................................................ 8-17
Hitch ............................................................. 8-16, 8-22
Towing .................................................................. 8-18
Towing tips ............................................................ 8-24
Trip meter .................................................................. 3-11
Trunk lid .................................................................... 2-38
Release handle ...................................................... 2-39
Trunk light ............................................................... 11-43
Turn signal
Indicator lights ........................................................ 3-31
Lever .................................................................... 3-92
U
Under-floor storage compartment .................................. 6-15
V
Valet mode ................................................................ 2-32
Vanity mirror ............................................................... 6-5
Vehicle
Capacity weight ...................................................... 8-13
Identification ........................................................ 12-17
Symbols ....................................................................
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