2021 SUBARU CROSSTREK transmission

IGNITION SWITCH
The ignition switch has four positions:
LOCK:You can only insert or remove the key in this position.
ACC (Accessory):Provides power to the radio and accessory power outlets.
ON:All electrical systems are available. The key returns to this position after starting the
engine.
START:Turn the key to this position to start the engine.
PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH(if equipped)
Each time you press the ignition switch without
depressing the brake pedal, the ignition position will
change as follows: ACC, ON, OFF.
ACC (Accessory):Provides power to the radio and
accessory power outlets. Orange indicator illuminates.
ON:All electrical systems are available. Orange
indicator illuminates.
OFF:Power off and indicator off.
STARTING THE VEHICLE
Without Push-button Ignition
To start the engine:
1. Make sure the select lever is in the “P” position (or “N” position and depress the clutch
for manual transmission vehicles).
2. Using the key, turn the ignition switch to “START”.
NOTE: Do not depress the accelerator pedal. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
With Push-button Ignition
To start the engine:
1. Sit in the driver’s seat with the access key fob.
2. Make sure the select lever is in the “P” position or “N” for manual transmission vehicles.
3. Depress the brake pedal (and clutch pedal for manual transmission vehicles).
4. When the Engine START/STOP button indicator turns green, briefly press and release
the Engine START/STOP button.
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DRIVING THE VEHICLE
6-Speed Manual Transmission
The manual transmission is a fully synchronised 6-forward and 1-reverse speed
transmission. To shift into reverse gear, raise and hold the slider ring, shift to the “R”
position, and release the slider ring. Only pull the slider ring up when shifting into reverse
gear.
Automatic Transmission Shift Mode
The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
is electronically controlled and provides two
different driving modes: normal and manual or
normal and low.
Normal Mode
When the select lever is in the “D” (Drive)
position, the transmission is in normal shift
mode. The select lever position indicator in the
Combination Meter Display (CMD) shows “D”
and the transmission automatically shifts into a
suitable forward gear.
Manual Mode(if equipped)
In manual mode, you select the desired gear
position to obtain necessary acceleration and
engine braking. Move the select lever left from
the “D” position into the “M” position to select manual mode. The gear position indicator in
the Combination Meter Display (CMD) shows the currently selected gear. Arrow-shaped
indicators show when upshifting or downshifting is available. To shift, use the paddle shift
control switches behind the steering wheel.
Low Mode(if equipped)
Low Mode is for using engine braking when going down hill, etc. Moving the select lever
left into the “L” position from the “D” (Drive) position causes the transmission to change
into Low Mode. The shift position indicator shows “L” as the selected gear.
CVT Select Lever
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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.
SI-DRIVE(if equipped)
Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-Drive) has
2 modes: Intelligent (I) and Sport (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.
SI-Drive Switches
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Hill Descent Control (HDC)
This function helps maintain a constant vehicle speed when driving down steep hills or
declines. HDC is automatically engaged with X-MODE®and functions with the select lever
in the “D” or “R” position.
TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE
Without Push-button Ignition
To stop the engine:
1. Stop your Subaru completely.
2. Move the select lever to the “P” position or set the parking brake for manual
transmission vehicles.
3. Turn the ignition switch to “OFF”.
NOTE: The front windows will remain active for about 40 seconds and the SUBARU
STARLINK
®Multimedia System will remain on for about three minutes or until a door is
opened, whichever occurs first.
With Push-button Ignition
To stop the engine:
1. Stop your Subaru completely.
2. Move the select lever to the “P” position or set the parking brake for manual
transmission vehicles.
3. Press the ignition switch.
NOTE: The front windows will remain active for about 40 seconds and the SUBARU
STARLINK
®Multimedia System will remain on for about three minutes or until a door is
opened, whichever occurs first.
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SAFETY AND SECURITY OVERVIEW
STARLINK®Safety and Security services* are designed to help in your time of need. These
include Advanced Automatic Collision Notification, SOS Emergency Assistance, Enhanced
Roadside Assistance, Stolen Vehicle Recovery, the added convenience of Remote Engine
Start with Climate Control, and so much more.
With the SUBARU STARLINK
®system integrated into your vehicle, advanced safety and
security technology is just a button press away. The SUBARU STARLINK®experience
includes in-vehicle call center support, maintenance and diagnostic alerts as well as
remote services that keep you connected to your Subaru vehicle.
Located in the overhead console of most Subaru vehicles are the red SOS
and blue
i-button
. Both buttons link you to the SUBARU STARLINK®call centers that are
there to support you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The SOS button
is for SOS Emergency Assistance.
The i-button
is for Enhanced Roadside Assistance or Concierge (if subscribed).
• Press the SOS button
for SOS Emergency Assistance.*
• Press the i-button
for Enhanced Roadside Assistance* or Concierge* (if
subscribed).*
• To cancel a SOS Emergency Assistance, Enhanced Roadside Assistance or a Concierge
call, press and hold the same button for approximately two seconds or select the “End
Call” button if displayed on the Touchscreen.
Head towww.Subaru.com/STARLINKto see all the SUBARU
STARLINK
®subscription services and packages.
* Access to STARLINK®Safety and Security services requires an active
STARLINK®subscription. Remote Engine Start available on keyless access
with push-button start vehicles. Remote Engine Start with Climate Control
available on vehicles with keyless access with push-button start and
automatic climate control. Not available on vehicles with manual transmission.
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2.0L OR 2.5L ENGINE...........43
A
ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS......20
ADDING SHORTCUTS..........55
ADVANCED ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL . . . . . . . . ........22
ANDROID AUTO™
Cables . . . . . . . ..........102
Compatible Models ..........104
Connecting an Android Phone....102
APPLE CARPLAY
®
Cables . . . . . . . ..........105
Compatible Models ..........106
Connecting an iPhone . . . .....105
AUDIO CONTROLS . ...........21
AUTO START–STOP . . .........33
B
BLIND-SPOT DETECTION (BSD)/ REAR
CROSS-TRAFFIC ALERT (RCTA)
Blind-Spot Detection (BSD) . . . . . . 87
Lane Change Assist (LCA) . ......87
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) . . . . 88
BLUETOOTH
®PAIRING
Pairing an Android Device.......94
Pairing an iOS/Apple Device . . . . . 98
BUTTONS
CD Player Functions (if equipped) . . 48
Controlling the Volume . . . . . . . . . 49
Other Functions . . . . . ........49
Radio Functions . . . . . ........48
C
CARGO COVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
CHILD SAFETY LOCKS..........38
CLIMATE CONTROL
Automatic Climate Control . . . . . . . 17
Heated Seats . . . ...........19Remote Engine Start with Climate
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
CLOCK
Automatically ..............76
Manually.................76
COMBINATION METER . .........28
CREATING A DRIVER PROFILE
Retrieving a Driver Profile.......56
CREATING HOME AND WORK
PROFILES . . ..............68
CROSSTREK . ...............91
CRUISE CONTROL . . ..........22
D
DRIVING THE VEHICLE
6-Speed Manual Transmission....31
Automatic Transmission Shift
Mode . . .................31
Paddle Shift Control Switches (if
equipped) . . . .............32
SI-DRIVE (if equipped).........32
E
ENGINE OIL . . . . . . . . . ........44
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY..........44
ENROLLMENT ...............70
EYESIGHT
®DISCLAIMER . . ......92
EYESIGHT®OVERVIEW ..........78
F
FIRMWARE AND SOFTWARE
UPDATES . . . . ............116
FOLDING THE REAR SEATS.......38
FUEL.....................37
FUEL CAPACITY . . . . ..........37
FUEL FILLER LID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
FUNCTIONS
Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with
Lane Centering.............79
Conventional Cruise Control......83
INDEX
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