2016 SUBARU WRX light

Ignition switch (models without push-
button start system) ......................................... 3-4LOCK .................................................................. 3-4
ACC.................................................................... 3-5
ON...................................................................... 3-5
START ................................................................ 3-5
Key reminder chime ............................................ 3-5
Ignition switch light ............................................. 3-6
Push-button ignition switch (models with
push-button start system) ............................... 3-6Safety precautions .............................................. 3-6
Operating range for push-button start system ...... 3-6
Switching power ................................................. 3-7
When access key does not operate properly ........ 3-8
Hazard warning flasher ....................................... 3-8
Meters and gauges. ............................................. 3-8Combination meter illumination ........................... 3-8
Canceling the function for meter/gauge needle
movement upon turning on the ignition
switch ............................................................... 3-9
Speedometer ....................................................... 3-9
Odometer ............................................................ 3-9
Double trip meter ................................................ 3-9
Tachometer ........................................................ 3-10
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 3-10
Temperature gauge ............................................ 3-11
ECO gauge ........................................................ 3-12
REV indicator light and buzzer (STI). ................ 3-12
Warning and indicator lights ............................. 3-13
Seatbelt warning light and chime ........................ 3-14
SRS airbag system warning light ........................ 3-15 Front passenger ’ s frontal airbag ON and OFF
indicators ........................................................ 3-16
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction
indicator light .................................................. 3-16
Charge warning light .......................................... 3-17
Oil pressure warning light .................................. 3-17
Engine low oil level warning indicator (except
STI) ................................................................. 3-17
Windshield washer fluid warning indicator .......... 3-18
AT OIL TEMP warning light (CVT models) ........... 3-18
Rear differential oil temperature warning light
(STI) ................................................................ 3-18
Low tire pressure warning light (U.S.-spec.
models) ........................................................... 3-19
ABS warning light .............................................. 3-20
Brake system warning light ................................ 3-21
Electronic parking brake indicator light (models
with electronic parking brake system) .............. 3-23
Low fuel warning light ....................................... 3-24
Hill start assist warning light/Hill start assist OFF
indicator light (models without electronic
parking brake system) ..................................... 3-24
Hill Holder indicator light (models with electronic
parking brake system) ..................................... 3-24
Door open warning light .................................... 3-25
All-Wheel Drive warning light (if equipped) ......... 3-25
Power steering warning light (except STI) ........... 3-25
LED headlight warning light (if equipped) ........... 3-25
Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Vehicle
Dynamics Control operation indicator light .. ..... 3-26
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light/
Traction mode indicator light.. .......................... 3-27Instruments and controls 3

Instruments and controls
Warning chimes and warning indicator of the
keyless access with push-button start system (if
equipped) ......................................................... 3-28
Security indicator light ....................................... 3-33
SI-DRIVE indicator (if equipped) .......................... 3-34
Shift-up indicator (STI) ........................................ 3-34
Select lever/gear position indicator (CVT
models). ........................................................... 3-34
Turn signal indicator lights ................................. 3-35
High beam indicator light ................................... 3-35
Cruise control indicator ...................................... 3-35
Cruise control set indicator ................................ 3-35
Automatic headlight beam leveler warning light
(models with LED headlights) ........................... 3-35
Front fog light indicator light (if equipped) .......... 3-35
Headlight indicator light ..................................... 3-35
Driver ’ s control center differential auto indicator
(STI) ................................................................. 3-35
Driver ’ s control center differential indicator and
warning (STI) .................................................... 3-36
REV indicator light (STI) ..................................... 3-37
Steering responsive fog lights warning indicator/
Steering responsive fog lights OFF indicator (if
equipped) ......................................................... 3-37
BSD/RCTA warning indicator (if equipped) .......... 3-37
BSD/RCTA OFF indicator (if equipped) ................ 3-37
Multi information display ................................... 3-37
Basic operation .................................................. 3-38
Welcome screen ................................................. 3-38
Good-bye screen ................................................ 3-39
Warning screen .................................................. 3-39
Basic screens .................................................... 3-44 Menu screens .................................................... 3-45
Multi function display ........................................ 3-48Basic operation ................................................. 3-49
Welcome screen ................................................ 3-49
Date screen ....................................................... 3-50
Ending screen ................................................... 3-50
Self-check screen .............................................. 3-50
Interruption screen ............................................ 3-52
Basic screens .................................................... 3-52
Selection screen ................................................ 3-58
Date and time settings ....................................... 3-62
Image quality and volume settings ..................... 3-69
Screen settings. ................................................. 3-71
Maintenance settings ......................................... 3-79
Driving history registration ................................. 3-82
Car settings ....................................................... 3-83
Initialize ............................................................. 3-92
Light control switch ........................................... 3-94Headlights ......................................................... 3-95
High/low beam change (dimmer) ... ..................... 3-96
Headlight flasher ............................................... 3-96
Daytime running light system ............................. 3-97
Turn signal lever ................................................ 3-97
One-touch lane changer ..................................... 3-98
Illumination brightness control ......................... 3-98
Headlight beam leveler (if equipped) ............... 3-99
Automatic headlight beam leveler (models with
LED headlights) ............................................... 3-99
Fog light switch (if equipped) ........................... 3-99
Steering responsive fog lights system (models
with EyeSight system) ..................................... 3-99

Instruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without push – button start system)
Ignition switch (models with-
out push-button start sys-
tem) WARNING. Never turn the ignition switch to
“ LOCK ” while the vehicle is
being driven or towed because
that will lock the steering wheel,
preventing steering control. And
when the engine is turned off, it
takes a much greater effort than
usual to steer.
. Before leaving the vehicle, al-
ways remove the key from the
ignition switch for safety and
never allow an unattended child
to remain in the vehicle. Failure
to follow this procedure could
result in injury to a child or
others. Children could operate
the power windows, the moon-
roof or other controls or even
make the vehicle move.
CAUTION
Do not attach a large key holder or
key case to either key. If it banged against your knees or hands while
you are driving, it could turn the
ignition switch from the “ ON ” posi-
tion to the “ ACC ” or “ LOCK ” posi-
tion, thereby stopping the engine.
Also, if the key is attached to a
keyholder or to a large bunch of
other keys, centrifugal force may act
on it as the vehicle moves, resulting
in unwanted turning of the ignition
switch.
The ignition switch has four positions:
LOCK, ACC, ON and START.
NOTE . Keep the ignition switch in the
“ LOCK ” position when the engine is
not running. . Using electrical accessories for a
long time with the ignition switch in the
“ ON ” or “ ACC ” position can cause the
battery to go dead.
. If the ignition switch will not move
from the “ LOCK ” position to the “ ACC ”
position, turn the steering wheel
slightly to the left and right as you turn
the ignition switch.
& LOCK The key can only be inserted or removed
in this position. The ignition switch will lock
the steering wheel when you remove the
key.
If turning the key is difficult, turn the
steering wheel slightly to the right and left
as you turn the key.3-4

The key can be turned from the “ ACC ” to
“ LOCK ” position only when the select
lever is in the “ P ” position (CVT models)
and the key is pushed in while turning it
(all models).
& ACC In this position the electrical accessories
(audio, accessory power outlet, etc.) can
be used.
& ON This is the normal operating position after
the engine is started.
& START
The engine is started in this position. The
starter cranks the engine to start it. When the key is released (after the engine has
started), the key automatically returns to
the “ ON ” position.
CAUTIONDo not turn the ignition switch to the
“ START ” position while the engine
is running.
If your registered key fails to start the
engine, pull out the key once (the security
indicator light will blink), and then insert
the key in the ignition switch and turn it to
the “ START ” position and again try to start
the engine.
NOTE The engine may not start in the follow-
ing cases: . The key grip is touching another key
or a metallic key holder.
. The key is near another key that
contains an immobilizer transponder.
. The key is near or touching another
transmitter.
& Key reminder chime The reminder chime sounds when the
driver ’ s door is opened and the ignition
switch is in the “ LOCK ” or “ ACC ” position.
The chime stops under the following
conditions.
. when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ ON ” position
. when the key is removed from the
ignition switch
. when the driver ’ s door is closedInstruments and controls/Ignition switch (models without push – button start system)
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Instruments and controls/Push – button ignition switch (models with push – button start system)
& Ignition switch lightFor easy access to the ignition switch in
the dark, the ignition switch light illumi-
nates when the driver ’ s door is opened or
when the driver ’ s door is unlocked using
the remote keyless entry transmitter.
The light remains illuminated for several
tens of seconds and then gradually turns
off under the following conditions.
. when the driver ’ s door is closed
. when the doors are unlocked using the
remote keyless entry transmitter
The light turns off immediately under the
following conditions.
. when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ ON ” position
. when all doors are locked using the
remote keyless entry transmitter Push-button ignition switch
(models with push-button
start system) & Safety precautions Refer to “ Safety precautions ” F 2-10.
& Operating range for push-
button start system
1) Antenna
2) Operating range
NOTE . If the access key is not detected
within the operating range of the an-
tennas inside the vehicle, the push-
button ignition switch and the engine
start cannot be operated. . Even when the access key is outside
the vehicle, if it is placed too close to
the glass, it may be possible to switch
the power or to start the engine.
. Do not leave the access key in the
following places. It may become im-
possible to operate the push-button
ignition switch and the engine start.
– On the instrument panel
– On the floor
– Inside the glove box
– Inside the door trim pocket
– On the rear seat
– On the rear shelf
– Inside the trunk
. When operating the push-button
ignition switch or starting the engine,
if the access key battery is discharged,
perform the procedure described in
“ Access key – if access key does not
operate properly ” F 9-16. In such a
case, replace the battery immediately.
Refer to “ Replacing battery of access
key ” F 11-50.3-6

& Switching power
1) Operation indicator
2) Push-button ignition switch
The power is switched every time the
push-button ignition switch is pressed.
1. Carry the access key, and sit in the
driver ’ s seat.
2. Shift the shift lever in neutral (MT
models) or the select lever in the “ P ”
position (CVT models).
3. Press the push-button ignition switch
without depressing the clutch pedal (MT
models) or the brake pedal (CVT models).
Every time the button is pressed, the
power is switched in the sequence of
“ OFF ” , “ ACC ” , “ ON ” and “ OFF ” . When the
engine is stopped and the push-button
ignition switch is in “ ACC ” or “ ON ” , the operation indicator on the push-button
ignition switch illuminates in orange. Power
status Indicator color Operation
OFF Turned off Power is turned
off.
ACC Orange The following
systems can be
used:
audio and ac-
cessory power
outlet.
ON Orange
(while engine is
stopped) All electrical
systems can be
used.Turned off
(while engine is
running)
CAUTION
. When the push-button ignition
switch is left in “ ON ” or “ ACC ”
for a long time, it may result in
vehicle battery discharge.
. Do not spill drinks or other
liquids on the push-button igni-
tion switch. It may cause a mal-
function.
. Do not touch the push-button
ignition switch with a hand soiled with oil or other contaminants. It
may cause a malfunction.
. If the push-button ignition switch
does not operate smoothly, stop
the operation. Contact a
SUBARU dealer immediately.
. If the push-button ignition switch
does not illuminate even when
the instrument panel illumination
is turned on, have the vehicle
inspected at a SUBARU dealer.
. If the vehicle was left in the hot
sun for a long time, the surface of
the push-button ignition switch
may get hot. Be careful not to
burn yourself.
NOTE . In CVT models, the push-button
ignition switch cannot be switched to
“ OFF ” when the select lever is in a
position other than “ P ” .
. When operating the push-button
ignition switch, firmly press it all the
way.
. If the push-button ignition switch is
pressed quickly, the power may not
turn on or off.
. If the indicator light on the push-
button ignition switch flashes in green
when the push-button ignition switch isInstruments and controls/Push – button ignition switch (models with push – button start system)
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Instruments and controls/Hazard warning flasher
pressed, steering is locked. When this
occurs, press the push-button ignition
switch while turning the steering wheel
left and right.
! Battery drainage prevention func-
tion
When the push-button ignition switch is
left in the “ ACC ” or “ ON ” position for
approximately 1 hour, the push-button
ignition switch will be automatically
switched to “ OFF ” to prevent the battery
from going dead. (In CVT models, this
function is activated when the select lever
is in the “ P ” position.)
& When access key does not
operate properlyRefer to “ Access key – if access key does
not operate properly ” F 9-16. Hazard warning flasher
The hazard warning flasher is used to
warn other drivers when you have to park
your vehicle under emergency conditions.
The hazard warning flasher works regard-
less of the position of the ignition switch.
To turn on the hazard warning flasher,
push the hazard warning button on the
instrument panel. To turn off the flasher,
push the button again.
NOTE When the hazard warning flasher is on,
the turn signals do not work. Meters and gauges NOTE Liquid-crystal displays are used in
some of the meters and gauges on
the combination meter. You will find
their indications hard to see if you wear
polarized glasses.
& Combination meter illumina-
tion When the ignition switch is turned to the
“ ON ” position, the various parts of the
combination meter are illuminated in the
following sequence.
1. Warning lights, indicator lights, meter
needles, gauge needles illuminate.
2. Meter and gauge indications each
show MAX position.
3. Meter and gauge indications each
show MIN position.
4. Regular illumination (for driving) be-
gins.3-8

NOTE This sequence of operations may not
take place if you quickly turn the
ignition switch to start the engine. This
is not a malfunction.
& Canceling the function for
meter/gauge needle move-
ment upon turning on the
ignition switch It is possible to activate or deactivate the
movement of the meter needles and
gauge needles that takes place when the
ignition switch is turned to the “ ON ”
position. To change the setting, perform
the procedures described in “ Gauge Initial
Movement ” F 3-47.
& Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle
speed. The digital speedometer can be
also displayed on the multi information
display. & Odometer
The unit displayed varies depending on the
models.
1) Trip knob
This meter displays the odometer when
the ignition switch is in the “ ON ” position.
The odometer shows the total distance
that the vehicle has been driven.
If you press the trip knob when the ignition
switch is in the “ LOCK ” / “ OFF ” or “ ACC ”
position, the odometer/trip meter will light
up. If you do not press the trip knob within
10 seconds of illumination of the od-
ometer/trip meter, the odometer/trip meter
will turn off.
Also, if you open and close the driver ’ s
door within 10 seconds of illumination of
the odometer/trip meter, the odometer/trip meter will turn off.
& Double trip meter
1) Trip knob
This meter displays the two trip meters
when the ignition switch is in the “ ON ”
position.
The trip meter shows the distance that the
vehicle has been driven since you last set
it to zero.
If you press the trip knob when the ignition
switch is in the “ LOCK ” / “ OFF ” or “ ACC ”
position, the odometer/trip meter will light
up. It is possible to switch between the A
trip meter and B trip meter indications
while the odometer/trip meter is lit up. If
you do not press the trip knob within 10
seconds of illumination of the odometer/ Instruments and controls/Meters and gauges
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