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KEYLESS ENTRY
1Lock/Arm
• Pressing this button will lock all doors, trunk and activate
the security alarm.
• If any of the doors or the trunk are not fully closed, five rapid
chirps will sound and the hazard warning flashers will flash.
• Pressing this button three times (within five seconds) will
activate the vehicle finder function. If you are within 30 feet
of your Subaru, the horn will sound once, and the hazard
warning flashers will flash three times.
2Unlock/Disarm
• Pressing this button once will unlock the driver’s door and
fuel door if set to do so in the Touchscreen.
• Pressing this button twice (within five seconds) will unlock
all doors and trunk.
• When you press this button, the interior lights will illuminate,
if set to the “DOOR” position on the overhead console
switch.
3Trunk
• Pressing and holding this button will open the trunk only.
4Panic Alarm
• Pressing this button will sound the horn and flash the
hazard warning lights.
• Press any button on the access key fob or transmitter to
deactivate.
Access Key Fob
Transmitter
ENTRY AND EXIT
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Paddle Shift Control Switches (if equipped)
•You can shift gears using the paddle shift
control switches. To upshift to the next higher
gear, pull the “+” paddle on the right toward
you. To downshift to the next lower gear, pull
the“–” paddle on the left toward you.
•You can temporarily shift gears even when the
select lever is in the “D” position by pulling
either the “+” or “–” paddle toward you. Once
vehicle speed stabilizes, the transmission will
switch back to normal mode.
REV Alarm System (WRX STI only)
The REV alarm system automatically issues a
warning using the REV indicator light
whenever the tachometer needle enters the
red zone. This feature can be turned on or off
using the Combination Meter Display (CMD).
The REV alarm level can be set manually to an
engine speed of your choosing between
2,000 and 6,700 rpm. The Combination Meter
Display (CMD) is also used to select a warning
alarm buzzer in addition to the light. Please
refer to your Owner’s Manual for more detailed
instructions on setting the engine speed alarm
level and selecting the warning buzzer.
SI-Drive
Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-Drive)
SI-Drive has 3 modes; Intelligent (I), Sport (S) and Sport Sharp (S#). Each mode is
designed for different types of driving:
•Intelligent:The Intelligent (I) mode provides well balanced performance with greater fuel
efficiency and smooth driveability without stress. Power delivery is moderate during
acceleration for maximum fuel efficiency.
•Sport:The Sport (S) mode provides the engine power desired by those who want to
make the driving experience their own personal adventure.
OPERATING THE VEHICLE
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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
INDEX
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