
Specifications..................................................... 12-2
Dimensions........................................................ 12-2
Engine............................................................... 12-3
Fuel................................................................... 12-3
Engine oil.......................................................... 12-4
Manual transmission, front differential and rear
differential gear oil........................................... 12-6
Fluids................................................................ 12-7
Engine coolant................................................... 12-7
Electrical system................................................ 12-7
Tires.................................................................. 12-8Brake disc......................................................... 12-8Fuses and circuits............................................. 12-9
Fuse panel located in the passenger
compartment................................................... 12-9
Fuse panel located in the engine
compartment................................................. 12-11
Bulb chart......................................................... 12-13Safety precautions........................................... 12-13
Bulb chart....................................................... 12-14
Vehicle identification....................................... 12-16
Specifications
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&Fluids
Fluid
Fluid type*1Fluid capacity*2Remarks*3
Continuously variable transmission
fluid (CVT models)Consult your SUBARU dealer. 12.6 US qt (11.9 liters, 10.5 Imp qt)“Continuously variable trans-
mission fluid”F11-15
Brake fluidFMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4
brake fluid–“Brake fluid”F11-15
Clutch fluid (MT models)FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4
brake fluid–“Clutch fluid (MT models)”F11 -
16
*1: Use one of the indicated types of fluid.
*2: The indicated fluid quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors.
*3: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
&Engine coolant
Vehicle model Coolant capacity Coolant type
MT models 8.5 US qt (8.0 liters, 7.0 Imp qt)
SUBARU Super Coolant
CVT models8.9 US qt (8.4 liters, 7.4 Imp qt)
The indicated coolant quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors. For more details about maintenance and service, refer to“Cooling system”F11-10.
&Electrical system
Battery type
Canada-spec. models 75D23L
Other models 55D23L
Alternator12V-130A
Spark plugsSILZKAR7B11 (NGK)Specifications/Specifications
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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 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
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Brake
Assist................................................................... 7-31
Booster........................................................ 7-31, 11-17
Disc..................................................................... 12-8
Fluid............................................................ 11-15, 12-7
Pad and lining...................................................... 11-20
Parking........................................................ 7-39, 11-20
Pedal.................................................................. 11-18
System................................................................. 7-31
Brake system............................................................ 7-31
Warning light......................................................... 3-21
Braking..................................................................... 7-30
Tips...................................................................... 7-30
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings................... 11-20
BSD/RCTA................................................................ 7-48
Approach indicator light/warning buzzer.................... 7-52
OFF indicator........................................................ 3-32
OFF switch........................................................... 7-55
Warning indicator........................................... 3-32, 7-54
Warning volume............................................. 3-42, 7-53
Bulb
Chart.................................................................. 12-13
Replacement........................................................ 11-36
C
Cargo area
Cover................................................................... 6-12
Light............................................................. 6-2, 11-41
Tie-down hooks..................................................... 6-14
Catalytic converter....................................................... 8-3
Center console............................................................ 6-6Changing
Coolant............................................................... 11-12
Flat tire.................................................................. 9-5
Oil and oil filter....................................................... 11-9
Charge warning light................................................... 3-18
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator
light....................................................................... 3-16
Checking
Brake pedal free play............................................ 11-18
Brake pedal reserve distance................................. 11-18
Clutch function..................................................... 11-18
Clutch pedal free play........................................... 11-19
Coolant level........................................................ 11-11
Fluid level (brake fluid).......................................... 11-15
Fluid level (clutch fluid).......................................... 11-16
Fluid level (washer fluid)........................................ 11-28
Oil level (engine oil)................................................ 11-8
Child restraint systems................................................ 1-24
Installation of a booster seat.................................... 1-31
Installation with ALR/ELR seatbelt............................ 1-27
Lower and tether anchorages................................... 1-33
Top tether anchorages............................................ 1-36
Child safety................................................................... 5
Locks.................................................................... 2-33
Chime
Key........................................................................ 3-5
Light..................................................................... 3-88
Seatbelt................................................................. 3-14
Cigarette lighter........................................................... 6-9
Cleaning
Aluminum wheels................................................... 10-3
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14-4Index
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.................................................................... 11-16
Pedal.................................................................. 11-18
Coat hook................................................................. 6-11
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............................................................ 7-44
Indicator light......................................................... 3-31
Set indicator light................................................... 3-31
Cup holder.................................................................. 6-7
D
Daytime running light system....................................... 3-91
Defogger................................................................. 3-100
Defrosting................................................................. 4-11
Deicer.................................................................... 3-100
Differential gear oil
Front........................................................... 11-15, 12-6
Rear............................................................ 11-15, 12-6Dimensions................................................................ 12-2
Disarming the alarm system......................................... 2-30
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators........................ 7-31
Dome light......................................................... 6-2, 11-41
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........................................................................ 7
Foreign countries..................................................... 8-4
Off road.................................................................. 8-6
Pets.......................................................................... 8
Snowy and icy roads............................................... 8-9
Tips ................................................. 7-23, 7-29, 8-2, 8-4
Tired or sleepy........................................................... 7
Winter.................................................................... 8-8
E
ECO gauge....................................................... 3-12, 3-48
Electrical system........................................................ 12-7
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system........... 7-33
Warning................................................................ 3-22
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)............................. 1-12
Engine
Compartment overview............................................ 11-7
Coolant....................................................... 11-11, 12-7
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)............................. 6, 8-2

Automatic headlight beam leveler............................. 3-31
Brake system........................................................ 3-21
Charge................................................................. 3-18
CHECK ENGINE................................................... 3-16
Coolant temperature high........................................ 3-17
Door open............................................................. 3-23
Engine low oil level................................................ 3-18
Hill start assist....................................................... 3-22
Keyless access with push-button start system........... 3-25
Low fuel................................................................ 3-22
Low tire pressure................................................... 3-19
Oil pressure.......................................................... 3-18
Power steering...................................................... 3-23
Seatbelt................................................................ 3-14
SRS airbag system................................................ 3-15
Vehicle Dynamics Control....................................... 3-24
Windshield washer fluid.......................................... 3-19
Warranties..................................................................... 1
Warranties and maintenance....................................... 8-17
Washing................................................................... 10-2
Waxing and polishing................................................. 10-3
Wear indicators......................................................... 11-25
Welcome lighting function........................................... 3-89
Wheel
Aluminum............................................................. 11-28
Balance............................................................... 11-25
Nut tightening torque.............................................. 12-8
Replacement........................................................ 11-27
Windows................................................................... 2-34
Windshield
Washer fluid......................................................... 11-28Wiper and washer switches..................................... 3-96
Wiper blades........................................................ 11-30
Wiper deicer........................................................ 3-100
Winter
Driving................................................................... 8-8
Tires........................................................... 8-10, 11-21
Wiper and washer...................................................... 3-95
Wiper deicer............................................................ 3-100
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