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System Operation
So that it can be used safely and comfortably, in addition to driver operations, the Auto
Start-Stop system is designed to constantly monitor the vehicle conditions as well as the
environment inside and outside the vehicle, in order to control stopping and restarting of
the engine.
After the vehicle has been completely stopped by depressing the brake pedal
with the select lever in the “D” position, the engine will be automatically
stopped.
If you release the brake pedal with the select lever kept in the “D” position, the
engine will be automatically restarted.
Auto Vehicle Hold (AVH) also integrates seamlessly with Auto Start-Stop functions. With
AVH, the parking brake automatically applies, so you can sit without your foot on the brake
pedal. To restart the engine, just gently press down on the accelerator pedal.
If the engine is temporarily stopped by the system, the Auto Start-Stop indicator light on
the combination meter will illuminate in green. This indicator light will turn off when the
system restarts the engine.
There are several operating conditions for this system to operate as intended. Please refer
to the Owner’s Manual for further information.
Fuel Saving Display
Once the Auto Start-Stop System has stopped
the engine, the Fuel Saving Display will appear
in the Combination Meter Display (CMD),
showing how much time the engine was off in
the top line and the amount of fuel saved in
the bottom line. These are the total stop time
and fuel saved since the trip meter was reset.
No Activity Detected Indicator Light
If the operational conditions are not met when the vehicle is stopped, the
engine will not stop and the Auto Start-Stop No Activity Detected indicator
light will illuminate. This indicator is solid white when illuminated. It will turn off
when the vehicle begins to drive.
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Auto Start-Stop Warning Light
The Auto Start-Stop warning light will illuminate in yellow when initially turning the
ignition switch to the “ON” position. The light will turn off after the engine has started.
NOTE:If the Auto Start-Stop warning light does not turn off or is flashing yellow
after the engine has started, the Auto Start-Stop system may be malfunctioning.
We recommend that you contact your authorized SUBARU Retailer for an inspection.
INDICATOR PATTERN CONDITION
Solid green This indicator light illuminates when the engine
has been temporarily stopped by the Auto
Start-Stop system. It will turn off when the engine
is restarted.
Solid White Operational conditions have not been met, the
engine will not stop and this light will illuminate.
The light goes out once the brake pedal is
released.
Solid Yellow This light indicates that the system has been
turned off. The light will turn off once the system is
turned back on.
Flashing Yellow A fault has been detected with the Start-Stop
system. Please contact your authorized Subaru
Retailer.
ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB)
To apply the parking brake, depress
the brake pedal and pull up the
parking brake switch. The indicator
light on the parking brake switch will
illuminate and “PARK” will appear in
the Combination Meter.
To release the parking brake
manually, depress the brake pedal
and push the parking brake switch
down. To automatically release the
parking brake, gently press the
accelerator pedal with the select
lever in the “D” or “R” position.
NOTE: Automatic parking brake release will not work unless all the doors are closed and
your seatbelt is fastened.
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FUEL FILLER LID
The fuel filler lid is located toward the rear of the
passenger side. To open the lid:
1. Make sure your Subaru is stopped and the select
lever is placed in PARK. Then turn the ignition to
the "LOCK"/ "OFF" position.
2. The fuel filler lid is automatically unlocked when the
ignition is moved to the ”LOCK”/OFF” position, or
by unlocking using the access key fob/transmitter
or door handles.
3. Push the rear side of the lid.
4. When the lid opens slightly, open it further by hand.
While refueling, place the fuel filler cap on the cap
holder inside the lid.
After refueling, put the cap back on and turn it
clockwise until you hear a clicking noise. Be certain
not to catch the tether under the cap while tightening.
To close the lid, press it until you hear it latch.
NOTE: If the fuel filler cap is not tightened until it clicks or if the tether is caught under the
cap, the Check Engine warning light may illuminate.
FUEL
Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. Do not use fuels
with more than 10% ethanol for 2.5 L models or 15% ethanol for 2.4 L models.
For more information, please refer to the Owner’s Manual.
FUEL CAPACITY
Capacity
Full Fuel Tank
18.5 US gallons
Low Fuel Warning Light
2.6 US gallons
Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
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REAR SEAT REMINDER
The Rear Seat Reminder system assists you in
preventing a child or pet from being left in your
Subaru. The system monitors the opening and
closing of the rear side door. It does not
physically sense the presence of a child or pet.
The system turns on if your Subaru is started
within 30 minutes of a rear side door opening
or closing. It also turns on if a rear side door is
opened and closed when your Subaru is
running and stationary. The system remains on
if your Subaru is turned off and back on again
within 30 minutes and the rear side doors
remained closed.
When you turn your Subaru off, the system warns you audibly and with a “Reminder, Look
in Rear Seat” message in the Combination Meter Display (CMD).
The system operates only one time with each ignition cycle and opening and closing of a
rear side door. You can turn the Rear Seat Reminder off with the touchscreen by selecting
“Settings”, then the “Car” menu.
Passenger Occupant Detection and Seatbelt Reminders
To help keep your passengers
safe, your Subaru has a
passenger occupant detection
and seatbelt reminder system for
each seat, including the rear
seats.
If passengers in the rear seats do
not fasten their seatbelts while the
ignition is in the "ON" position,
the seatbelt warning lights
illuminate or blink for the specific
seat, and a warning chime may
sound.
For more information, please
refer to “Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime” in your Subaru Owner’s Manual.
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CARGO COVER(if equipped)
The cargo cover is provided to cover the
cargo area and to protect its contents from
direct sunlight. It has an easy lift-up function,
eliminating the need to rewind the cover all the
way when accessing the cargo. The cover can
also be detached to make room for additional
cargo.
Hold the cover by the handle in the center, tilt
it up and pull it out to extend the cover. Then
insert the stoppers into the catches.
To lift the cover to access cargo, pull down the
handle in the center to release the stoppers
from the catches, and allow the stoppers to
slide up the grooves.
Store the cover under the floor of the cargo
area when not in use. Instructions for
operation are included on the cargo cover
housing.
Cargo Area and Cover
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Quick Reference Guide
This is the digital version of the original printed Getting
Started Guide that is standard in all new Subaru
vehicles. The app features In-Vehicle Help (IVH) that
provides an interactive, searchable, model-specific
concierge through the Touchscreen.
Chimani
Get the most comprehensive guide to all 417 national
parks in the United States. Quickly learn about each
park’s history and highlights.
eBird
Exclusive to Subaru vehicles, the eBird app tells you
what birds are being seen near you in real time. Based
on a database of millions of bird sightings, eBird acts
as a “digital coach” for finding birds. Use the app to
decide where to go based on the distance to a great
birding location and the species being seen there. For
example, the app may tell you the nearest sighting of a
certain species is 8 miles away and navigate you to
the last place it was seen. Full-screen photos help you
confirm your sightings.
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EYESIGHT®OVERVIEW
Your Subaru features a variety of safety
systems that are the culmination of everything
Subaru Engineers know about safety. These
systems are referred to as “Driver Assist
Technologies” and add confidence to every
trip you and your passengers take. Working
together, these systems provide enhanced
awareness, safety, and convenience in front,
to the sides, and behind your Subaru. Subaru
Driver Assist Technologies include:
• EyeSight
®Driver Assist Technology
• Rear-Vision Camera
• Pre-Collision Braking
• Front View Monitor
• Blind-Spot Detection (BSD)
• Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA)
• Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB)
• High Beam Assist (HBA)
• Lane Departure Prevention
• Steering Responsive Headlights (SRH)
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Lead Vehicle Start Alert
This function will provide a visual and audible
alert when a stopped vehicle in front of you
begins to move, and your vehicle remains
stationary. Warnings are displayed in the
Combination Meter Display (CMD) with
audible beeps. Lead Vehicle Start Alert is
helpful in situations where you may become
temporarily distracted at a traffic light, and the
vehicle ahead begins to move.
Navigate the CID (select “Settings”, then the
“Car” menu) to access the EyeSight
®settings
menu to turn this function on or off.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control
1Adaptive Cruise Control On/Off:Press
to turn Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control
on or off.
2Lane Centering:Press to turn on or off
Lane Centering when Advanced Adaptive
Cruise Control is active.
3Increase Distance:Press to increase the
following distance setting while using
Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control. Press
and hold to change to Conventional
Cruise Control.
4Decrease Distance:
Press to decrease the
following distance setting while using
Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control. Press and hold to change to Conventional Cruise
Control.
5Resume (RES)/Increase Speed and Set (SET)/Decrease Speed:Press the switch
down to set an initial target speed. Once set, press up or down to adjust the target speed.
•Adjust by 5 mph:
• Briefly press the switch up to increase the target speed by 5 mph.
• Briefly press the switch down to decrease the target speed by 5 mph.
Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control
Switches
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