ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS
1Auxiliary Input Jack:
The 3.5mm auxiliary input jack is located
below the climate control dials. You can
connect a portable music player to the
auxiliary jack and hear the music stored
on it through your Subaru’s speakers.
Press the “Source” button located on the
steering wheel or the “Media” button on
the STARLINK
®Touchscreen to select
the auxiliary mode.
For more information, please refer to page 61 in this Getting Started Guide or
“Audio” in your STARLINK®Owner’s Manual.
2Dual USB Ports:
The USB ports are located below the climate control dials and, if equipped, in the
center console. You can connect a variety of USB-equipped devices to the front
ports, such as portable music players or smartphones, to enjoy your favorite music
through your multimedia system or connect to Apple CarPlay
®or Android Auto™. All
ports also provide charging (5V, 2.1A) to devices. The ports inside the center console
are for charging only.
For more information, please refer to page 61 in this Getting Started Guide or
“Audio” in your STARLINK®Owner’s Manual.
For more information and set up instructions, please refer to page 104 for
Android Auto™ and page 107 for Apple CarPlay®in the How To Appendix in this
Getting Started Guide.
3Power Outlets:
Power outlets (12V) are located below the climate control dials and in the center
console. Electrical power is available for use with in-vehicle electrical appliances with
a maximum power rating of 120W. These outlets cannot be used to connect to the
SUBARU STARLINK
®Multimedia System.
For more information, please refer to “Interior Equipment” in your Owner’s
Manual.
Connection Ports
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Presets
You can preset 18 stations. Presets can be set
for SiriusXM®, FM, or AM stations, allowing
you to switch among the three with the press
of a single button. To preset a radio station:
1. Tune to the desired channel.
2. Press and hold the desired preset station
button at the bottom of the screen.
MEDIA
Bluetooth®
Your Subaru has Bluetooth®hands-free technology to manage your phone and audio
systems. Bluetooth®-enabled mobile phones link directly through your audio system
automatically once connected. Bluetooth®hands-free allows you to receive and initiate
calls, or play music directly from your device while keeping it stowed for safety.
For step-by-step instructions on how to pair a Bluetooth
®device to the audio system,
please see page 96 for Android devices or page 100 for Apple devices. A QR code and link
to more information can also be found on page 62.
CD(if equipped)
The CD player holds a single disc. To access the CD menu, put a CD in the player or select
the CD icon on the “Media” Screen. Depending on the CD format, the CD album art work
may appear on the Touchscreen.
USB / iPod
You can plug in a USB memory storage device or iPod into the USB ports. This will bring
up the media screen with controls. If using an iPod, make sure to use an Apple certified
cable or MFi certified cable for proper operation.
AUX Input
The AUX jack is a port that allows input from
an audio device such as MP3 players, portable
music players, and iPods. To access the AUX
menu, plug in the device to the AUX jack and
the menu will appear, or select the AUX menu
from the “Media” Screen.
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Android Auto™
Android Auto can be used to view maps, play music,
and place calls by connecting your Android device to
the system. You can also run supported applications.
To use the Android Auto application, connect your
Android device to the USB port.
For details on services or operations, visit the Android
Auto sites:www.android.com/auto/or
www.support.google.com/androidauto/
For more information on connecting your phone,
please refer to page 104 in this Getting Started Guide.
Apple CarPlay®
Apple CarPlay can be used to view maps, play music, and place
calls by connecting your iPhone to the system. You can also run
supported applications. To use the Apple CarPlay application,
connect your iPhone to the USB port.
For more information on connecting your iPhone, please refer
to page 107 in this Getting Started Guide.
For details on services or operations, check the Apple CarPlay site:
www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
SiriusXM®Travel Link
SiriusXM®U.S. satellite and data services are
available only in the 48 states of the
contiguous USA and DC.
Data service information, which is comprised
of sports, weather, stocks, and fuel
information, can be received via the SiriusXM
®
Radio, with the option to turn on or off weather
alerts.
To receive the data service information in the vehicle, a subscription to the SiriusXM
®
Satellite Radio Service is necessary following a free trial.
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ANDROID AUTO™
Cables
Always use a high-quality OEM USB cable.
Ensure the Android phone is fully up to date. Also verify that the
Android Auto app, along with all other apps that work with Android
Auto, are up to date. Android Auto might not function properly if one
of them is outdated or having an issue. The apps can be
downloaded from the Play Store.
For more information, visit:www.android.com/auto/
Connecting an Android Phone
1. To set up Android Auto™, first plug the
Android phone into the USB port of the
vehicle using a quality OEM cable. During
initial setup, messages appear on your
phone. Select “Next” or “Accept” as
required for setup, following the prompts on
your phone.
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APPLE CARPLAY®
Cables
Apple CarPlay requires compatible iPhones to be connected via
your Subaru’s USB port. Cables must be an 8-Pin Lightning MFi
Certified cable (made for iPod/iPhone). Look for the Works with
Apple CarPlay or Made for iPod, iPhone, iPad icons when selecting
a cable.
For more information, visit:www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
Connecting an iPhone
1. To set up Apple CarPlay, you will need to
plug the iOS/Apple phone into the USB port
of the vehicle. Make sure to use an MFi
certified cable.
2. Select “Allow” on the iOS/Apple phone
when prompted.
3. Select Apple CarPlay on the vehicle screen.
This will bring you to the home screen of
Apple CarPlay.
Ensure the iOS/Apple phone is fully up to
date. Also ensure all apps that work on
Apple CarPlay are up to date. Apple
CarPlay might not function correctly if one
of the apps is outdated or having an issue.
Apps can be updated in the App Store.
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Lane Departure Prevention . . . . . . 82
Lane Departure Warning . . . . . . . . 81
Lane Sway Warning . . . . . . . . . . 82
Lead Vehicle Start Alert........85
Pre-Collision Braking ..........80
Pre-Collision Braking Assist......80
Pre-Collision Throttle Management . . 81
H
HIGH BEAM ASSIST (HBA)....... 90
HOME SCREEN ICONS ......... 56
HOOD PROP . . . . . . . . ........ 43
HOW TO OVERVIEW . .......... 95
I
IGNITION SWITCH . . .......... 30
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION . . 4
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY . . . . . . . . 5
Subaru Roadside Assistance . . . . . . 5
SUBARU STARLINK
®Safety and
Security . . . . . . . . ..........5
INFO SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
INSTRUMENT PANEL SWITCHES
(LOWER LEFT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
i/SET SWITCH . . . . . . ......... 16
K
KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH BUTTON
START .................. 8
Locking Using Door Handles......8
Locking Using the Rear Gate . . . . . . 9
Unlocking Using Door Handles . . . . . 8
Unlocking Using the Rear Gate.....9
KEYLESS ENTRY . . . . . . ........ 7
Automatic Door Locking/Unlocking . . 7L
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING AND
PRE-COLLISION BRAKING SYSTEM
OFF ................... 87
Lane Departure Warning OFF Switch..87
Pre-Collision Braking System OFF
Switch . . . ...............87
LATCH/ANCHOR . . . .......... 40
LIGHT CONTROLS . ........... 17
Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . 18
Illumination Brightness . . . . . . . . . 18
M
MAKING A CALL . . . . . . . ...... 62
MAPS . . . . . . . . . . . ........ 111
Arrival Time/Distance . . . . . . . . . 117
Canceling Guidance..........117
Finding a Destination by Address . . 111
Finding a Destination by POI .....112
Guidance Screen Icons . . . . . . . . 114
Map Updates . . . . . . . ......118
Map View/Perspective . . . . . . . . 115
Map Zoom . . . . . . .........114
Nearest Gas Station . . . . ......116
Route Options . . . . . . .......113
Saving Destination as a Favorite . . 113
Shortest/Fastest/Economic . . . . . 113
Traffic Information . . . . . ......115
MAPS/NAVIGATION . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Checking for Map Updates ......75
Updating Maps Over-the-Air . . . . . 75
Updating Maps Using Your PC/MAC..76
MAPS OVERVIEW . . ........... 69
MEDIA................... 61
AUX Input . . ..............61
Bluetooth
®................61
CD (if equipped) . . . . . . .......61
USB / iPod . . . . . . . .........61
MYSUBARU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Service Appointment Scheduler . . . 68
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