2020 SUBARU WRX Quick Guide

FUEL CAPACITY
15.9 US gallons
The low fuel warning light illuminates when the tank is nearly empty,
at approximately 2.6 US gallons.
REFUELING
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FOLDING THE REAR SEATS
Lower the headrests, then pull up on the
release knob on the seat side that you want to
fold down.
To return the seatback to its original position,
raise the seatback until it locks into place,
making sure that it is securely locked, you
should not be able to see the red on the
release knob.
CHILD SAFETY LOCKS
The child safety locks are located on the inside edges
of the rear doors. In the locked position, the rear doors
can only be opened from the outside.
PASSENGER/CARGO AREAS
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LATCH/ANCHOR
Your Subaru is equipped with Lower Anchors
and Tethers for Children (LATCH). For
maximum safety, first carefully read the LATCH
system instructions from the device
manufacturer, as well as the installation
instructions in your Owner’s Manual, to
properly install the LATCH compatible restraint
system. Use the appropriate seatbelts or
anchorages provided in your Subaru. Children
age 12 and under must properly occupy the
rear seat at all times.
INTERNAL SAFETY TRUNK RELEASE WITH
SELF-ILLUMINATING HANDLE
In the event that children or adults become
locked inside the trunk, this luminescent
handle allows them to open the lid from inside
the trunk. To open, simply pull the yellow
handle downward as indicated by the arrow on
the handle, and then push up on the lid.
PASSENGER/CARGO AREAS
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SPARE TIRE AND JACK
A jack and other maintenance tools are stored
in the tool bucket in the center of the spare
tire, located under the trunk floor.
PASSENGER/CARGO AREAS
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2.0 L ENGINE (WRX)
1Brake Fluid Reservoir
2Main Fuse Box
3Battery
4Windshield Washer Tank
5Engine Oil Filler Cap6Engine Coolant Reservoir
7Radiator Cap
8Engine Oil Dipstick
9Air Cleaner Element
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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2.5 L ENGINE (WRX STI)
1Brake Fluid Reservoir
2Main Fuse Box
3Battery
4Windshield Washer Tank
5Engine Oil Filler Cap6Engine Coolant Reservoir
7Radiator Cap
8Engine Oil Dipstick
9Air Cleaner Element
10Power Steering Fluid Reservoir
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN
The performance and long life of your Subaru are dependent on how you handle and care
for your Subaru while it is new.
Follow these instructions during the first 1,000 miles:
• Do not race the engine.
• Do not drive at one consistent engine or vehicle speed, either fast or slow.
• Avoid starting suddenly and rapid acceleration, except in an emergency.
• Avoid hard braking, except in an emergency.
ENGINE OIL
Use 5W-30 synthetic, with one of the following specifications:
• API classification SN with the words “RESOURCE CONSERVING”.
• ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mark (Starburst mark).
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY
WRX 2.0L Engine
5.4 US quarts (during oil and filter change)
WRX STI 2.5L Engine
4.5 US quarts (during oil and filter change)
There is approximately 1 quart between the
low and full level.
1Full Level
2Low Level
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
Your Subaru has a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
Tire pressure specification is on the tire information placard located on the
driver’s side door pillar.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
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2.0 L ENGINE (WRX) . . . . . .......35
2.5 L ENGINE (WRX STI) . ........36
A
ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS
Power Outlets (12V) . . . . . . . . . . . 16
ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL . . . . . 18
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES . . . . . . . . 2
AUDIO CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
C
CHILD SAFETY LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . 32
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
Automatic Climate Control
(WRX Only) ................12
Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control
(WRX STI only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Heated Seats (if equipped) ......15
CRUISE CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
D
DRIVING THE VEHICLE
6-Speed Manual Transmission . . . . 24
Automatic Transmission Shift Mode . 24
Driver Control Center Differential (DCCD)
(WRX STI only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Paddle Shift Control Switches
(if equipped) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
REV Alarm System (WRX STI only) . . 25
SI-Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
E
ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB)
Auto Vehicle Hold (AVH) — . . . . . . 28
ENGINE OIL.................37
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY . . . . ......37
F
FOLDING THE REAR SEATS.......32
FORWARD ..................2
FUEL.....................30
FUEL CAPACITY ..............31
FUEL FILLER LID . . . . . . . . ......30
G
GAUGES..................22
I
IGNITION SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION . . . 2
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Subaru Roadside Assistance......3
SUBARU STARLINK™ Safety and
Security..................3
INSTRUMENT PANEL SWITCHES . . . 20
INTERNAL SAFETY TRUNK RELEASE
WITH SELF-ILLUMINATING
HANDLE . . . . . . . . . . .......33
I/SET SWITCH . . . . . . . . . ......18
K
KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH BUTTON
START
Locking Using Door Handles . . . . . . 5
Opening the Trunk . . . . . . . .....5
Unlock Using Door Handles . . . . . . . 5
KEYLESS ENTRY..............4
L
LATCH/ANCHOR . . . . . . . .......33
LIGHT CONTROLS
Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . 18
Illumination Brightness . . .......19
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