
the tires. The resulting loss of
vehicle control could lead to an
accident.
&Wheel balance
Each wheel was correctly balanced when
your vehicle was new, but the wheels will
become unbalanced as the tires become
worn during use. Wheel imbalance causes
the steering wheel to vibrate slightly at
certain vehicle speeds and detracts from
the vehicle’s straight-line stability. It can
also cause steering and suspension sys-
tem problems and abnormal tire wear. If
you suspect that the wheels are not
correctly balanced, have them checked
and adjusted by your SUBARU dealer.
Also have them adjusted after tire repairs
and after tire rotation.
CAUTION
Loss of correct wheel alignment
causes the tires to wear on one side
and reduces the vehicle’s running
stability. Contact your SUBARU
dealer if you notice abnormal tire
wear.
NOTE
The suspension system is designed to
hold each wheel at a certain alignment
(relative to the other wheels and to the
road) for optimum straight-line stability
and cornering performance.
&Wear indicators
1) New tread
2) Worn tread
3) Tread wear indicator
Each tire incorporates a tread wear
indicator, which becomes visible when
the depth of the tread grooves decreases
to 0.063 in (1.6 mm). A tire must be
replaced when the tread wear indicator
appears as a solid band across the tread.
WARNING
When a tire’s tread wear indicator
becomes visible, the tire is worn
beyond the acceptable limit and
must be replaced immediately. With
a tire in this condition, driving at
high speeds in wet weather can
cause the vehicle to hydroplane.
The resulting loss of vehicle control
can lead to an accident.
NOTE
For safety, inspect tire tread regularly
and replace the tires before their tread
wear indicators become visible.
Maintenance and service/Tires and wheels
–CONTINUED–11-25

Specifications/Fuses and circuits
Fuse
panelFuse
ratingCircuit
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 unitFuse
panelFuse
ratingCircuit
32 7.5A
.Clutch switch
.Steering lock control
unit
33 7.5A
.Vehicle Dynamics Con-
trol unit
12-10

Wattage Bulb No.
1) High beam headlight 12V-60W HB3
2) Low beam headlight
Models with HID light 12V-35W D2R
Models with halogen light 12V-55W H11
3)
Map light 12V-8W–
4)
Dome light 12V-8W–
5)
Front side marker light 12V-5W W5W
6)
Parking light 12V-5W W5W
7)
Front turn signal light 12V-21W WY21W
8)
Front fog light
Models without steering responsive fog lights system 12V-24W PSX24W
Models with steering responsive fog lights system 12V-55W H11
9)
Cargo area light 12V-5W–
10)
Backup light 12V-16WW16W
11 )
Rear turn signal light 12V-21W WY21W
12)
Rear side marker light 12V-5W W5W
13)
Stop light/Tail light 12V-21/5W W21/5W
14)
License plate light 12V-5W W5W
A)
Side turn signal light (if equipped)––
B)
High-mounted stop light––Specifications/Bulb chart
12-15

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 andsidewall 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
–CONTINUED–13-5

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............................................................ 2-26
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..................................................... 2-27
Armrest....................................................................... 1-8
Ashtray..................................................................... 6-10
AT OIL TEMP warning light......................................... 3-19
Audio
aha
TMby HARMAN................................................ 5-43
AM/FM radio......................................................... 5-28
AUX ..................................................................... 5-60
Base display audio set.............................................. 5-4
Basic operation...................................................... 5-18
Bluetooth audio...................................................... 5-57CD ....................................................................... 5-52
iPod...................................................................... 5-55
Pandora
®.............................................................. 5-49
SiriusXM Satellite Radio.......................................... 5-37
STARLINK
TM7.0 Multimedia Plus audio set................ 5-6
Steering switches for audio...................................... 5-62
SUBARU STARLINK............................................... 5-26
Unit setting............................................................ 5-19
USB memory......................................................... 5-54
Auto on/off headlights................................................. 3-89
Automatic headlight beam leveler................................. 3-93
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)..................................... 11-42
Replacement (transmitter)...................................... 11-43
Vehicle battery..................................................... 11-33
Bluetooth
®
Audio.................................................................... 5-57
Hands-free phone system........................................ 5-70
Settings................................................................. 5-65
Troubleshooting...................................................... 5-88
Bluetooth
®settings..................................................... 5-65
Booster seat.............................................................. 1-31
Bottle holder............................................................... 6-7

14-6Index
Warning light......................................................... 3-22
Hook
Cargo tie-down...................................................... 6-14
Coat..................................................................... 6-11
Shopping bag........................................................ 6-12
Towing and tie-down............................................... 9-13
Horn....................................................................... 3-102
Hose and connections............................................... 11-11
I
Ignition switch.............................................................. 3-4
Light....................................................................... 3-6
Illumination brightness control...................................... 3-92
Immobilizer.................................................................. 2-3
Indicator light (security indicator light)....................... 3-30
Indicator light
BSD/RCTA OFF..................................................... 3-32
BSD/RCTA warning................................................ 3-32
Coolant temperature low......................................... 3-17
Cruise control........................................................ 3-31
Cruise control set................................................... 3-31
Front fog light........................................................ 3-31
Headlight.............................................................. 3-32
High beam............................................................ 3-31
Hill start assist OFF................................................ 3-23
Immobilizer............................................................ 3-30
Security................................................................ 3-30
Select lever/Gear position....................................... 3-30
Steering responsive fog lights OFF........................... 3-32
Turn signal............................................................ 3-31
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF................................ 3-25Vehicle Dynamics Control operation .......................... 3-24
Information display...................................................... 3-32
Inside mirror.............................................................. 3-99
Interior lights............................................................... 6-2
J
Jack-up point.............................................................. 9-5
Jump starting............................................................. 9-10
K
Key............................................................................ 2-3
Number plate.......................................................... 2-3
Reminder chime...................................................... 3-5
Replacement........................................................... 2-4
Keyless access entry function...................................... 2-13
Keyless access with push-button start system................. 2-9
Disabling keyless access functions........................... 2-17
Locking and unlocking doors.................................... 2-13
Opening rear gate.................................................. 2-15
Warning chimes and warning indicator...................... 3-25
When access key does not operate properly.............. 9-17
Keyless entry system.................................................. 2-22
L
Leather seat materials................................................. 10-5
License plate light..................................................... 11-40
Light
Backup
............................................................... 11-38
Cargo area.................................................... 6-2, 11-41
Control switch........................................................ 3-88
Daytime running..................................................... 3-91

14-8Index
Periodic inspections..................................................... 8-4
Petrol fuel................................................................... 7-3
PIN Code Access...................................................... 2-20
Power
Door locking switch.................................................. 2-8
Outlets.................................................................... 6-8
Outside mirrors.................................................... 3-100
Steering................................................................ 7-29
Steering warning light............................................. 3-23
Windows............................................................... 2-34
Precautions against vehicle modification............... 1-24, 1-66
Preparing to drive........................................................ 7-8
Push-button
Ignition switch.......................................................... 3-6
Starting and stopping engine................................... 7-11
R
Rear
Combination lights................................................. 11-38
Differential gear oil........................................ 11-15, 12-6
Gate............................................................. 2-37, 9-18
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............................................................. 3-100
Wiper and washer switch........................................ 3-98Wiper blades........................................................ 11-31
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...................................... 2-22
Replacement
Access key battery............................................... 11-42
Air cleaner element............................................... 11-13
Brake pad and lining............................................. 11-19
Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system)......... 2-25
Remote keyless entry transmitter battery................. 11-43
Wiper blades........................................................ 11-29
Replacing bulbs............................................. 11-36, 12-13
Backup light......................................................... 11-38
Cargo area light................................................... 11-41
Dome light........................................................... 11-41
Front fog light....................................................... 11-38
Front turn signal light............................................ 11-38
Headlight.................................................... 11-36, 11-37
License plate light................................................. 11-40
Map light............................................................. 11-40
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
Rocking the vehicle.................................................... 8-11
Roof rails.................................................................. 8-14
S
Safety
Precautions when driving............................................. 4
Symbol...................................................................... 3
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........................................................ 2-26
Immobilizer.............................................................. 2-3
Indicator light......................................................... 3-30
Shock sensors....................................................... 2-33
Select lever
Position indicator................................................... 3-30
Shift lock function................................................... 7-28
Shock sensors........................................................... 2-33
Shopping bag hook.................................................... 6-12Snow tires....................................................... 8-10, 11-21
Snowy and icy roads................................................... 8-9
Sounding a panic alarm.............................................. 2-24
Spark plugs..................................................... 11-14, 12-7
Specifications............................................................. 12-2
Speedometer............................................................. 3-10
SRS
Curtain airbag........................................................ 1-56
Frontal airbag......................................................... 1-46
Side airbag............................................................ 1-56
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)... 4, 1-37
SRS airbag system
Monitors................................................................ 1-63
Servicing............................................................... 1-65
Warning light.......................................................... 3-15
Starting & stopping engine..................................... 7-9, 7-11
State emission testing (U.S. only).................................. 7-7
Steering responsive fog lights system........................... 3-94
OFF indicator......................................................... 3-32
Steering switches for audio.......................................... 5-62
Steering wheel
Power................................................................... 7-29
Tilt/telescopic....................................................... 3-102
Stop light................................................................. 11-38
Storage compartment................................................... 6-5
Sun shade................................................................. 2-40
Sun visors.................................................................. 6-4
Supplemental Restraint System airbag (SRS)................ 1-37
Synthetic leather upholstery......................................... 10-6
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