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Gauges
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF
CHECK ENGINE/ 
Malfunction indicator
Tire pressure warning light 
Front passenger frontal airbag ON 
(Located on overhead console)
Front passenger frontal airbag OFF 
(Located on overhead console)
Engine oil level warning light
Windshield washer  
fluid warning
Incline start assist Keyless Access with  
Push Button Start System   
(if equipped)
Turn signals
Front fog light indicator 
light (if equipped)
Hill descent control  
(if equipped)
Fuel gauge
Speedometer
Trip meter and odometer
ECO gauge
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Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF
CHECK ENGINE/ 
Malfunction indicator
Tire pressure warning light 
Front passenger frontal airbag ON 
(Located on overhead console)
Front passenger frontal airbag OFF 
(Located on overhead console)
Engine oil level warning light
Windshield washer  
fluid warning
Incline start assist Pre-Collision Braking 
System OFF light
Lane Departure Warning  
OFF light
Keyless Access with  
Push Button Start System   
(if equipped)
Turn signals
Front fog light indicator 
light (if equipped)
Headlight indicator light
Gauges
Fuel gauge Speedometer
Trip meter and odometer
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Windshield Wipers
To turn on the wipers, press the wiper control lever down one level for intermittent, 
two levels for low, or three levels for high speed. Return the lever to the “OFF” 
position to stop the wipers. For a single wipe, move the lever up. To spray washer 
fluid, pull and hold the lever toward you. Rotate the dial to adjust the intermittent 
wiper speed.
To operate the rear wiper, rotate the end of the knob upward to the intermittent, 
continuous, or wash position. When the rear wiper is off, rotate the knob downward 
to wash and wipe the rear window.
Daytime Running Lights
Daytime running lights are standard on your vehicle. Only the front daytime running 
lights will be automatically turned on when the engine has started, the parking 
brake is fully released and the light switch is in the “OFF” or “
” position. The 
brightness of the illumination of the high beam headlights is reduced by the daytime 
running light system. You must always switch on your headlights when it is dark 
outside by turning the light switch to the “
” position or have the switch in the 
“AUTO” position.
1
2
3
INT.
LOW
HIGH
OFF
Controls
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Automatic Transmission Shift Mode
The automatic transmission gives you ultimate control with two different driving 
modes: Normal Mode and Manual Mode.
Normal Mode
When the selector lever is in the “D” (Drive) position, the tran\
smission is in Normal 
shift mode. The shift position indicator on the instrument panel shows “\
D”, and the 
transmission automatically shifts into a suitable forward gear.
Manual Mode
In Manual Mode, you select the desired gear position to obtain necessary 
acceleration and engine braking. Moving the selector lever left into the\
 manual gate 
1 from the “D” (Drive) position causes the transmission to change in\
to Manual 
Mode. To shift, use the paddle shift control switches. The shift position indicator 
shows the selected gear position.
X-MODE®
X-MODE® is the 
integrated control system 
of the engine, AWD 
and Vehicle Dynamics 
Control system. Press 
the X-MODE button to 
activate. Press it again to 
deactivate. Please refer 
to your Owner’s Manual 
for operational parameters and  
details about this feature.
While
Operating
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Location of Spare Tire 
and Jack
A jack handle is stored under the 
floor of the cargo area. A jack and 
a towing hook are stored in the tool 
bucket in the center of the spare 
tire. Also, a tool bag that contains a 
wheel nut wrench and a screwdriver 
is included with the vehicle. 
Emergency Towing Your 
All-Wheel Drive Vehicle
Since Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel 
Drive distributes engine power to 
all four wheels, improper towing 
will severely damage your AWD 
system. A flatbed truck is the only 
recommended way to properly 
transport your AWD vehicle. If 
towing is necessary, it is best 
done by your Subaru Retailer or a 
commercial towing service.
Subaru Roadside 
Assistance
Subaru Roadside Assistance is   
free and standard on your vehicle. 
Coverage is automatic; there are no 
forms to complete. Subaru Roadside 
Assistance is available anytime   
during the 3-year/36,000-mile   
Subaru Limited Warranty, whichever 
comes first.* A Subaru Roadside 
Assistance decal has been affixed   
to the driver’s door window. 
Subaru Roadside Assistance:  
1-800-261-2155
Exclusions
Specifically excluded from Subaru 
Roadside Assistance coverage are 
service requests or claims resulting 
from: accidents, vandalism, acts of 
God, violation of any laws, misuse and 
abuse, or vehicle modifications not 
recommended by the manufacturer.
*See your Retailer for details.
Safety/In Case  of Emergency
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Additional Information
Fuel
 •    Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. Consult the    
Owner’s Manual for more detailed information.
Fuel Capacity
  •  16.6 US gal (63 liters, 13.9 Imp gal)
  •    When the low fuel indicator light is displayed on the instrument panel, \
approximately 
2.5 US gal (9.5 liters, 2.1 Imp gal) of fuel remain.
  •    If you have recently fueled your vehicle, the Check Engine light on the instrument pa\
nel 
may stay on due to a missing or loose fuel filler cap (the cap should\
 be tightened until a 
click is heard).
Fuel Filler Lid Release
The fuel filler lid release is located on the floor to the left of the 
driver’s seat. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the fuel filler lever up 
and release.
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Engine Oil
Use only the following oils:
  •    ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mar\
k 
(Starburst mark).
  •    Or API classification SN with the words “RESOURCE CONSERVING.”
    -  Use 0W-20 synthetic, replacement interval 6,000 miles under normal 
driving conditions. No requirement at the first 3,000 miles.
Engine Oil Capacity
  •  4.7 US qt (4.4 liters, 3.9 Imp qt)
Additional  
Information
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Engine Compartment
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for more information. 
2.0i Engine
 1  Brake Fluid Reservoir
 
2   Main Fuse Box
 
3    Battery
 
4   Windshield Washer Tank
 
5   Radiator Cap
6  Engine Oil Filler Cap
7  Engine Coolant Reservoir
8  Engine Oil Filter
9  Engine Oil Dipstick
 
10    Air Cleaner Element
1
9
386
7
10
2
5
4
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