2018 SUBARU WRX Owners Manual

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!Feature of distance marker1) 3 feet (1 m) line
2) 10 feet (3 m) lineThe distance marker shows the distance
on the road. If there is a car or other object
close behind, distance cannot be correctly
displayed.
&Display adjustment1. Touch the rear view image screen.1) Display Adjustment key2. Touch the“Display Adjustment”key.1) Back key
3. Touch“+”or“”to change the setting.
4. After setting, touch the back key to
display the rear view image again.
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Front View Monitor (if
equipped)The image from the camera mounted
inside the front grille is displayed in the
multi-function display (color LCD). This
eliminates blind spots and allows the driver
to check the forward direction of both
sides.
WARNING
.Never rely on only the Front View
Monitor when driving the vehicle.
The image on the monitor screen
may be different from the actual
situation. If you drive the vehicle
by viewing only the monitor im-
age, a collision or an unexpectedaccident may occur. When driv-
ing the vehicle, always check the
traffic around the vehicle directly
with your eyes and the mirrors.
.Always operate the vehicle as
you would without the Front View
Monitor.
.Do not use the Front View Monitor
in the following situations.
–You are driving on a dirt road
or a road covered in snow.
–The camera malfunctions (e.g.
the lens or bracket is broken).
.If the outside temperature is low,
the monitor screen may become
dark or the image may become
dim. In particular, the image of a
moving object may be distorted
or disappear from the screen.
You must always check the traffic
around the vehicle directly with
your eyes when driving it.
&How to access the Front View
Monitor1) VIEW switchTo change over to the camera screen,
perform either of the following operations
when the ignition switch is in the“ON”
position.
.Press the VIEW switch
.Shift the select lever from“R”to“D”
(only when the Camera Shift Link is set to
“On”) (for details, refer to“Camera shift link
setting”F3-58.)
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&How to cancel the Front View
Monitor!Manual cancellation
Press the VIEW switch again.
!Automatic cancellation
If any of the following conditions are met,
the Front View Monitor is canceled auto-
matically.
After accessing the Front View Monitor
by pressing the VIEW switch:
.You press the VIEW switch.
.Approximately 3 minutes have passed
since the last operation.
.The vehicle speed becomes 12.5 mph
(20 km/h) or more*.
.The select lever (CVT models) is
shifted to the“P”position.
.The parking brake is applied.
*: The Front View Monitor can be activated
when pressing the VIEW switch, regard-
less of the vehicle speed.
After accessing the Front View Monitor
by using the select lever:
.Shift the select lever into the“P”
position.
.The vehicle speed becomes 5 mph (8
km/h) or more*.
.Approximately 9 seconds have passedsince the last operation.
.The parking brake is applied.
*: When the Front View Monitor is acti-
vated at speeds of more than 12.5 mph (20
km/h), to cancel the Front View Monitor,
the vehicle speed needs to be decreased
to less than 12.5 mph (20 km/h) and then
increased to more than 12.5 mph (20
km/h).
&Range of image on screenA) Traffic intersection with a poor visibility
view
B) Parking facing a wall
1) Range of displayed image
2) Obstacles (e.g., buildings, fences or
other vehicles)
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WARNING
Because the range of the image
captured by the camera is limited,
always check the traffic around the
vehicle directly with your eyes when
driving the vehicle.NOTE.The range of the displayed image
may differ depending on the vehicle
status or the road surface status.
.Because the Front View Monitor
system uses a specially designed lens,
the sense of distance in the displayed
image is different from the actual dis-
tance.
.The camera image may be difficult to
view in the following situations. This is
not a malfunction.
–Dark place (at night)
–High or low temperature around
the lens
–Water contacts lens or in high
humidity (rainy weather)
–There is foreign materials (such
as mud) around the camera
–Sunlight or headlight beam di-
rectly shines towards the camera
lens
.Under an artificial light such as afluorescent lamp, sodium-vapor lamp
or mercury lamp, the lighted portion
may look like it is flickering (flicker
phenomenon).
.While the display has cooled down,
the image may leave traces or become
darker than usual, causing a difficulty
in viewing the screen. Always check the
traffic around the vehicle directly with
your eyes while driving the vehicle.
.The following incidents should not
be deemed a malfunction.
–The camera lens may become
foggy when the humidity is high on
a rainy day.
–The light from a vehicle or build-
ing located ahead may be reflected
towards the camera image while
driving at night.
–In a dark place or while driving at
night, the camera image may be
adjusted to make noises less visi-
ble. Therefore, the image may look
like a monochromatic image or the
image colors may differ from the
actual colors. The camera image
may be deteriorated in regard to
sharpness at the center and four
corners of the screen. This is not a
malfunction.
&Guiding line1) Guiding line
2) Warning messageThe guiding line that indicates the width
and the front end of your vehicle is
displayed on the display.&Handling of camera
CAUTION
Observe the following instructions.
Otherwise, the system may malfunc-
tion.
.Do not apply any strong impact to
the camera such as banging it or
hitting it with an object. The
mounting angle may change.
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.The camera unit is a waterproof
structure. Do not attempt to re-
move, disassemble or modify the
unit.
.Do not rub strongly or polish the
camera lens with a hard brush or
abrasive compounds. The lens
may be scratched resulting in an
adverse effect to the camera
image.
.The camera lens is made of glass
or plastic. Do not allow any
organic solvent, body wax, oil
film remover or glass coating
agent to become attached on the
lens surface. If any becomes
attached, remove it immediately.
.Do not expose the camera lens to
any sudden temperature change,
for example, spraying hot water
on it in cold weather.
.Do not apply the water jet of a
high pressure washer to the cam-
era or the surrounding area when
cleaning the vehicle. The impact
by the strong water pressure may
cause the camera to come off.
Also, water may enter inside the
camera and cause a malfunction.
.If the camera is exposed to any
impact, it may lead to malfunctionof the camera. Have the camera
inspected by your SUBARU deal-
er as soon as possible.
.Do not use a steam cleaner under
any circumstances. Some types
of steam cleaners inject hot
steam.
.The camera surface may be da-
maged by a flying stone.
NOTEIf the camera lens is contaminated, no
sharp image is available. When the
camera is contaminated with water
drops, snow or mud, wash it with water
and wipe away any moisture with a soft
cloth. If it heavily gets dirty, wash it with
a neutral detergent.
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Fuel..........................................................................7-3
Fuel requirements.................................................. 7-3
Fuel filler lid and cap............................................. 7-5
State emission testing (U.S.only).........................7-7
Preparing to drive...................................................7-8
Starting and stopping theengine..........................7-9
General precautions when starting/stopping
engine................................................................. 7-9
Models without push-button start systems............7-10
Models with push-button start systems ................. 7-11
Remote engine start system (dealer option)...........7-14
Manual transmission............................................7-16
Shifting speeds.....................................................7-17
Driving tips...........................................................7-18
Driver’s Control Center Differential
(C.DIFF/DCCD) (STI)...........................................7-18
To change mode of driver’s control center
differential..........................................................7-19
Auto mode............................................................7-20
Manual mode........................................................7-21
Temporary release................................................7-22
Continuously variable transmission....................7-23
Select lever...........................................................7-24
Selection of manual mode.....................................7-25
Shift lock function.................................................7-27
Driving tips...........................................................7-28
SI-DRIVE (if equipped)..........................................7-28
Intelligent (I) mode................................................7-28
Sport (S) mode.....................................................7-29
Sport Sharp (S#) mode..........................................7-29SI-DRIVE switch....................................................7-30
Limited slip differential (LSD)(STI).....................7-31
Power steering......................................................7-31
STI .......................................................................7-31
Except STI............................................................7-32
Braking..................................................................7-33
Braking tips..........................................................7-33
Brake system.......................................................7-33
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators................7-34
High performance brake system (STI)...................7-34
Red caliper with sports brake pad (if equipped) .... 7-34
ABS (Anti-lock BrakeSystem).............................7-35
ABS self-check.....................................................7-35
ABS warning light.................................................7-35
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
system................................................................7-36
Steps to take if EBD system malfunctions .............7-36
Vehicle Dynamics Controlsystem......................7-37
Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor ............7-39
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch...................7-39
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
(U.S.-spec. models)...........................................7-40
Parking your vehicle............................................7-42
Parking brake (models without electronic parking
brake system)....................................................7-42
Electronic parking brake (models with electronic
parking brake system).......................................7-43
Parking tips..........................................................7-45
Auto Vehicle Holdfunction..................................7-46
To turn on/off the Auto Vehicle Hold function........7-47
To operate the Auto Vehicle Hold function ............7-48
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To release the Auto Vehicle Hold function.............7-48
Tips......................................................................7-48
Hill start assistsystem.........................................7-49
To activate/deactivate the Hill start assist system
(models without the electronic parking brake
system)...............................................................7-51
Hill start assist warning light/Hill start assist OFF
indicator light (models without the electronic
parking brake system).........................................7-53
Cruise control.......................................................7-53
To set cruise control.............................................7-54
To temporarily cancel the cruise control................7-55
To turn off the cruise control.................................7-55
To change the cruising speed...............................7-55
Cruise control indicator........................................7-56
Cruise control set indicator...................................7-56
BSD/RCTA (ifequipped).......................................7-57
System features....................................................7-57System operation.................................................7-59
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light/warning
buzzer...............................................................7-60
BSD/RCTA warning indicator................................7-62
BSD/RCTA OFF switch..........................................7-63
Certification for the BSD/RCTA.............................7-64
Handling of radar sensors....................................7-65
Reverse Automatic Braking System
(if equipped).......................................................7-66
Reverse Automatic Braking System overview........7-67
Operating conditions............................................7-67
Reverse Automatic Braking System operation .......7-70
Canceling the Reverse Automatic Braking
system operation...............................................7-74
Reverse Automatic Braking system ON/OFF
setting...............................................................7-74
RAB warning indicator..........................................7-75
Handling of the sonar sensors..............................7-75
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Fuel
CAUTION
Use of a fuel which is low in quality
or use of an inappropriate fuel
additive may cause engine damage.&Fuel requirements!STI
The engine is designed to operate at
maximum performance usingunleaded
gasolinewith an octane rating of93 AKI
(98 RON) or higher. If 93 AKI (98 RON)
fuel is not readily available in your area,
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of
91 AKI (95 RON) may be used with no
detriment to engine durability or driveabil-
ity. However, you may notice a slight
decrease in maximum engine perfor-
mance while using 91 AKI (95 RON) fuel.
Use of 91 AKI (95 RON) fuel will not affect
your warranty coverage.
!Except STI
The engine is designed to operate using
unleaded gasolinewith an octane rating
of91 AKI (95 RON) or higher. If 91 AKI
(95 RON) fuel is not readily available,
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of87 AKI (90 RON) may be used.
Regular unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating of 87 AKI (90 RON) or higher may
also be used. Using regular unleaded
gasoline will not be detrimental to engine
durability, nor will it affect your warranty
coverage. However, depending on your
driving habits and conditions, you may
notice a decrease in maximum engine
performance, fuel economy or slight en-
gine vibration or knocking. If you experi-
ence any of these conditions while using a
lower octane rated fuel, you may want to
return to using 91 AKI (95 RON) octane
rated fuel as soon as possible. Addition-
ally, if your vehicle knocks heavily or
persistently, the use of 91 AKI (95 RON)
or higher grade unleaded gasoline is
required.
!Fuel octane rating
Using a gasoline with a lower octane rating
can cause persistent and heavy knocking,
which can damage the engine. Do not be
concerned if your vehicle sometimes
knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or
when you accelerate. Contact your
SUBARU dealer if you use a fuel with the
specified octane rating and your vehicle
knocks heavily or persistently.!RON
This octane rating is the Research Octane
Number.
!AKI
This octane rating is the average of the
Research Octane and Motor Octane num-
bers and is commonly referred to as the
Anti Knock Index (AKI).
!Unleaded gasoline
The neck of the fuel filler pipe is designed
to accept only an unleaded gasoline filler
nozzle. Under no circumstances should
leaded gasoline be used because it will
damage the emission control system and
may impair driveability and fuel economy.
!Gasoline for California-certified
LEV
If your vehicle was certified to California’s
low emission vehicle (LEV) standards as
indicated on the underhood tune-up label,
it is designed to optimize engine and
emission performance with gasoline that
meets the clean burning low-sulfur Cali-
fornia gasoline specifications. If you live in
any other state than California, your
vehicle will operate on gasoline meeting
Federal specifications. Gasoline sold out-
side California is permitted to have higher
sulfur levels, which may affect the perfor-
mance of your vehicle’s catalytic converter
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