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450 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Trunk lid
Turn the mechanical key clock-
wise to open.
Starting the engine
Vehicles with an automatic transmission
Ensure that the select lever is in P and firmly depress the
brake pedal.
Touch the area behind the lock
button and unlock button on the
access key to the push-button
ignition switch.
When the access key is detected,
a buzzer sounds and the push-
button ignition switch will turn to
“ON” mode.
When the keyless access with push button start system is deacti-
vated in customization setting, the push-button ignition switch will
turn to “ACC” mode. Modes can be changed by pressing the push-
button ignition switch with the brake pedal released. (The mode
changes each time the switch is pressed.)
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that the keyless
access with push button start system indicator light (green)
turns on.
Press the push-button ignition switch.
In the event that the push-button ignition switch still cannot be oper-
ated, contact your SUBARU dealer.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
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452 5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■Stopping the engine
Vehicles with an automatic transmission: Shift the select lever to P and press
the push-button ignition switch as you normally do when stopping the
engine.
Vehicles with a manual transmission: Shift the shift lever to neutral and press
the push-button ignition switch as you normally do when stopping the
engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the
access key battery be replaced immediately when the battery depletes.
( oP. 367)
■Alarm (if equipped)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set,
the alarm may be triggered. ( oP. 85)
■If the doors cannot be locked or unlocked by the keyless access with
push button start system
Lock and unlock the doors by the mechanical key or remote keyless entry
system.
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5
When trouble arises
461
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow:
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the select
lever to P (vehicles with an automatic transmission) or shift
lever to neutral (vehicles with a manual transmission).
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear
wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the rear
wheels to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
Shift the select lever to the D or R position (vehicles with an
automatic transmission) or shift lever to 1 or R position
(vehicles with a manual transmission) and release the park-
ing brake. Then, while exercising caution, depress the
accelerator pedal.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
Press to turn off TRAC. ( oP. 252)
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WARNING
■When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The
vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free.
Use extreme caution.
■When shifting the select lever
For vehicles with an automatic transmission, be careful not to shift the select
lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
■To avoid damage to the transmission and other components
●Avoid spinning the rear wheels and depressing the accelerator pedal more
than necessary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed,
the vehicle may require towing to be freed.
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470 6-1. Specifications
Cooling system
Ignition system
CapacityVehicles with an automatic transmission
7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp. qt.)
Vehicles with a manual transmission
7.6 qt. (7.2 L, 6.3 Imp. qt.)
Coolant typeUse either of the following.
• SUBARU Super Coolant
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-
silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate
coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid technol-
ogy
Do not use plain water alone.
Spark plug
Make
GapDENSO ZXE27HBR8
0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
CAUTION
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust gap when tuning engine.
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472 6-1. Specifications
Automatic transmission
*: The fluid capacity is provided as a reference. If replacement is necessary,
contact your SUBARU dealer.
Manual transmission
Clutch
Fluid capac-
ity*7.9 qt. (7.5 L, 6.6 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type ATF WS
Gear oil capacity (Reference) 2.3 qt. (2.2 L, 1.9 Imp. qt.)
Gear oil type and viscosityUse either of the following:
• “MG Gear Oil special II”
• Other gear oil that meets API GL-3, GL-
4, or GL-5 and SAE 75W-90 specifica-
tions
CAUTION
■Manual transmission gear oil
If oil other than “MG Gear Oil special II” is used, the following may be experi-
enced:
●The overall performance and function of the transmission may be
adversely affected.
●Rattling noises may occur during idling and fuel consumption may
increase.
Never use different brands together.
Pedal free play 0.2 0.6 in. (5 15 mm)
Fluid typeFMVSS No.116 fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4
brake fluid
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525
Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 276, 283
ABS........................................... 251
Access key
If the access key does
not operate properly........... 449
Air conditioning filter.............. 364
Air conditioning system
Air conditioning filter ............. 364
Automatic air conditioning
system................................ 283
Manual air conditioning
system................................ 276
Airbags
Airbag operating
conditions................... 106, 114
Airbag precautions for
your child............................ 123
Airbag warning light .............. 404
Curtain airbag
operating conditions........... 114
Curtain airbag
precautions ........................ 123
Front passenger occupant
detection system ................ 129
General airbag
precautions ........................ 123
Locations of airbags ............... 91
Modification and
disposal of airbags ............. 126
Proper driving
posture ......................... 89, 123
Side airbag operating
conditions........................... 114
Side airbag
precautions ........................ 123
Side and curtain airbags
operating conditions........... 114
Side and curtain airbags
precautions ........................ 123
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners .......... 502
SRS airbags ........................... 91Alarm ...........................................85
Anti-lock brake system............251
Audio input ...............................294
Audio system
Audio input ............................294
AUX port................................294
iPod .......................................294
Portable music player............294
USB memory .........................294
USB port................................294
Automatic air conditioning
system ....................................283
Automatic headlight
leveling system ......................231
Automatic light
control system .......................228
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission .........181
If the select lever cannot be
shifted from P......................447
Manual mode ........................184
Mode select switch ................183
Paddle shift levers .................184
AUX port ...................................294
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs .............380
Wattage .................................475
Battery
Checking ...............................344
If the vehicle has a
discharged battery ..............453
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................268
Bottle holders ...........................300
Brake
Fluid ......................................342
Parking brake ........................192
Brake assist..............................251
Break-in tips .............................157A
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530 Alphabetical index
Rear turn signal lights
Switch.................................... 191
Rear view camera..................... 242
Rear view mirror
Inside rear view mirror.............68
Outside rear view mirrors ........69
Rear window defogger ............ 292
Replacing
Fuses .................................... 372
Key battery ............................ 367
Light bulbs............................. 380
Tires ...................................... 431
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ...................... 499
REV indicator ........................... 159
Seatbelts
Adjusting the seatbelt..............60
Automatic Locking
Retractor (ALR).....................62
Child restraint system
installation ........................... 143
Cleaning and maintaining
the seatbelts ....................... 319
Emergency Locking
Retractor (ELR).....................62
How to wear your seatbelt.......60
How your child should
wear the seatbelt ..................62
Pregnant women,
proper seatbelt use ...............64
Reminder light ....................... 406
Seatbelt guide .........................61
Seatbelt pretensioners ............ 61
Seat heaters..............................308
Seating capacity....................... 267Seats
Adjustment .............................. 53
Adjustment precautions .......... 54
Child seats/child restraint
system installation .............. 143
Cleaning................................ 318
Head restraint ......................... 58
Properly sitting in the seat....... 89
Seat heaters.......................... 308
Service reminder
indicators .............................. 198
Shift lever
Automatic transmission......... 181
If the select lever cannot
be shifted from P ................ 447
Manual transmission ............. 188
Shift lock system ..................... 447
Side airbags ............................... 91
Side maker lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 380
Switch ................................... 228
Wattage................................. 475
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding............... 69
Spare tire
Inflation pressure .................. 474
Storage location .................... 431
Spark plug ................................ 470
Specifications .......................... 464
Speedometer ............................ 194
Steering
Column lock release ............... 67
Steering wheel
Adjustment .............................. 67
Meter control switches .......... 214
Storage feature ........................ 298
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes
stuck ................................... 461
Sun visors ................................ 303
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