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WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire (vehicles with a compact spare
tire)
●Remember that your compact spare tire is specifically designed for
use with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another
vehicle.
●Do not use two compact spare tires simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possi-
ble.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shift-
ing operations that cause sudden engine braking.
●Install the compact spare tire on a front wheel.
■When storing the compact spare tire (vehicles with a compact
spare tire)
Be careful not to catch fingers or other body parts between the compact
spare tire and the body of the vehicle.
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire (vehicles with a
compact spare tire)
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50 mph (80 km/h) when a compact
spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failing
to observe this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or seri-
ous injury.
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WARNING
■When the compact spare tire is attached (vehicles with a compact
spare tire)
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following sys-
tems may not operate correctly:
●ABS & brake assist
●Vehicle stability control (VSC)
●TRAC
●Electric power steering
●Navigation system (if equipped)
●Cruise control
CAUTION
■Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire.
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the
wheel beyond repair.
■Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire
installed on the vehicle (vehicles with a compact spare tire).
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire
compared to when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving
over uneven road surfaces.
■Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire (vehicles with a
compact spare tire)
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving
performance.
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Emergency start function (vehicles with a keyless access with
push button start system)When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the push-button ignition
switch is functioning normally:
Vehicles with an automatic transmission Set the parking brake.
Put the select lever in P.
Set the push-button ignition switch to “ACC” mode.
Press and hold the push-button ignition switch about 15 sec-
onds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your SUBARU
dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 476)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system. (vehi-
cles with a keyless access with push button start system)
Contact your SUBARU dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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Brake disc
If you need information on the usage limit value of brake discs and
the method for measuring them, we recommend that you consult
your SUBARU dealer.
Steering
Tires and wheels (for vehicles sold in the U.S.A. and Canada)
Ty p e A
Ty p e B
Free play Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tire size 215/45R17 87W, T135/80D16 101M
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure) Front
35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size 17 × 7 J, 16 × 4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque 89 ft•lbf (120 N•m, 12.2 kgf•m)
Tire size 215/45R17 87W, T145/70D17 106M
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)Front
35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size 17 × 7 1/2 J, 17 × 4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque 89 ft•lbf (120 N•m, 12.2 kgf•m)
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Warning: The temperature grades of a tire assume that it is properly
inflated and not overloaded.
Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire fail-
ure.
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation
pressure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended
inflation pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer.
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
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
Maximum loaded
vehicle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
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Door courtesy lights
Door courtesy lights.............. 302
Wattage ................................ 500
Doors Door lock .................... 25, 38, 43
Door windows ......................... 74
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 71
Side mirrors ............................ 71
Drive information .................... 221
Driver's seatbelt reminder light ........................ 428
Driving
Break-in tips ......................... 159
Correct posture....................... 91
Procedures ........................... 156
Winter drive tips.................... 274
Electric power steering........... 257
Emergency, in case of If the access key does not operate properly........... 472
If the engine will not start...... 467
If the select lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 470
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ............. 476
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 424
If the warning light turns on .............................. 424
If the warning message is displayed ........................ 436
If you have a flat tire ............ 453
If you lose your keys............. 471
If you think something is wrong ................................. 422
If your vehicle becomes stuck................................... 484
If your vehicle needs to be towed ............................ 415
If your vehicle overheats ...... 481 Engine
Compartment ........................356
Engine hood ..........................354
Engine switch ................172, 182
How to start the engine .........................172, 182
Identification number .............489
If the engine will not start ......467
Ignition switch................172, 182
Overheating...........................481
Engine coolant Capacity ................................494
Checking ...............................360
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........199, 223
Engine hood .............................354
Engine immobilizer system.......82
Engine oil Capacity ................................492
Checking ...............................357
Preparing and checking before winter .......................274
Engine switch ...................172, 182
Engine switch light ..................302
Event data recorder ...................18
Floor mat...................................316
Fluid Brake .....................................362
Washer ..................................368
Fog lights Switch....................................239
Front fog lights Switch....................................239
Front passenger occupant detection system ...................131
Front passenger's seatbelt reminder light.........................428
Front seats Adjustment ..............................53
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs .............401
Wattage .................................500
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Rear side marker lightsSwitch.................................... 233
Rear turn signal lights Switch.................................... 195
Rear view camera..................... 248
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror.............69
Outside rear view mirrors ........71
Rear window defogger ............ 298
Replacing Fuses .................................... 393
Key battery ............................ 388
Light bulbs............................. 401
Tires ...................................... 453
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...................... 523
REV indicator ........................... 161
Seat heaters..............................314
Seatbelts Adjusting the seatbelt..............60
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR).....................62
Child restraint system
installation ........................... 146
Cleaning and maintaining the seatbelts ....................... 339
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 ....................... 428
Seatbelt guide .........................61
Seatbelt pretensioners ............61
Seating capacity....................... 273
Seats Adjustment ..............................53
Adjustment precautions...........54
Child seats/child restraint system installation ..............146 Cleaning................................ 338
Head restraint ......................... 58
Properly sitting in the seat....... 91
Seat heaters.......................... 314
Service reminder indicators .............................. 203
Shift lever Automatic transmission......... 185
If the select lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 470
Manual transmission ............. 192
Shift lock system ..................... 470
Side airbags ............................... 93
Side maker lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 401
Switch ................................... 233
Wattage................................. 500
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding............... 71
Spare tire Inflation pressure .................. 498
Storage location .................... 453
Spark plug ................................ 494
Specifications .......................... 488
Speedometer ............................ 199
Steering Column lock release ............... 67
Steering wheel Adjustment .............................. 67
Meter control switches .......... 219
Storage feature ........................ 304
Stuck
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 484
Sun visors ................................ 309
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Vehicle identification number ................................... 489
Vehicle stability control (VSC) ....................................... 257
Warning buzzers Electric power steering .......... 426
Keyless access with push button start
system ........................438, 442
Seatbelt reminder.................. 428
Warning lights Anti-lock brake system ................................ 426
Automatic headlight leveling system ................... 426
Automatic transmission
fluid temperature
warning light........................ 428
Brake assist system ..............426
Brake system ........................ 424
Charging system ................... 425
Cruise control indicator light....................... 426
Electric power steering system warning light ........... 426
Electronic engine control system ................................ 426
Engine oil pressure ............... 425
High engine coolant temperature ........................ 425
Keyless access with push button start
system ........................438, 442
Low fuel level ........................ 428 Low tire pressure .................. 428
Malfunction indicator
lamp .................................... 426
Master warning light .............. 428
Open door ............................. 428
Pretensioners........................ 426
Seatbelt reminder light ..................................... 428
Slip indicator light.................. 426
SRS airbags.......................... 426
Tire pressure monitoring system ................................ 428
Warning messages .................. 436
Washer Checking ............................... 368
Preparing and checking before winter ....................... 274
Switch ................................... 240
Washing and waxing ............... 332
Weight Cargo capacity ...................... 269
Load limits............................. 273
Weight ................................... 488
Welcome lighting function .................................. 236
Wheels ...................................... 382
Window glasses ........................ 74
Window lock switch................... 74
Windows Power windows ....................... 74
Rear window defogger .......... 298
Washer.................................. 240
Windshield wipers ................... 240
Winter driving tips ................... 274
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