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9Rear Window Defogger Button: Press this button to turn on the rear window
defogger. The outside mirror defogger and windshield wiper deicer will also activate.
It will automatically turn off after about 15 minutes. If the window clears before then,
press the button again to turn the defogger off. You can customize this function for
continuous operation through the Combination Meter Display (CMD) or the
STARLINK
®Touchscreen by selecting “Settings” then “Vehicle”.
Remote Engine Start with Climate Control (if equipped)
You can remotely start your Subaru and adjust the temperature using the STARLINK®
Safety and Security features through theMySubaruApp (subscription required). Please
refer to “SUBARU STARLINK Features” in your SUBARU STARLINK®Safety and Security
Owner's Manual for a list of required vehicle conditions for this feature.
Heated Seats (if equipped)
The heated seat switches are
located between the driver and
passenger seats. There is a
separate switch for the driver and
passenger. Press the “HI” button
for more rapid heating or press
the “LO” button for normal
heating. Return the switch to the
center position to turn off the
heated seat.
Heated Seat Switches
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DRIVING THE VEHICLE
5-Speed Manual Transmission
The manual transmission is a fully synchronised 5-forward and 1-reverse speed
transmission. To shift into reverse gear from 5th gear, you must first return the shift lever
into the neutral position, then shift into reverse gear.
Automatic Transmission Shift Mode
The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
is electronically controlled and provides two
different driving mode combinations: 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.
Low Mode(if equipped)
Low Mode is for using engine braking when
going downhill, 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.
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.
CVT Select Lever
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REAR SEAT REMINDER(if equipped)
The Rear Seat Reminder system assists you in
preventing a child or pet from being left in your
Subaru, prompting you to confirm the
presence of passengers and cargo in the rear
seats. The system monitors the opening and
closing of the rear doors. It does not physically
sense the presence of a child or pet.
The system activates when the rear doors are
opened and closed. When the ignition switch
is turned from the “ON” position to the “OFF”
position, the system warns you with audible
beeps and with a “Reminder, Look in Rear
Seat” message in the Combination Meter
Display (CMD).
You can turn the Rear Seat Reminder off in the Combination Meter Display (CMD).
TRUNK LID OPENER (Sedan Models)
The trunk release lever is located on the floor
to the left of the driver's seat. To open the
trunk, pull the lever up and release.
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ROOF RAIL CAPACITY(Hatchback Models — if equipped)
CROSS BARS DYNAMIC ROOF RAILS DYNAMIC ROOF RAILS STATIC
150 Pounds 176 Pounds 700 Pounds
For more information, please refer to “Driving Tips” in your Owner’s Manual.
TRAILER TOWING CAPACITY
Your Subaru is neither designed nor intended to be used for trailer towing. Therefore, never
tow a trailer with your vehicle.
For more information, please refer to “Driving Tips” in your Owner’s Manual.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
Your Subaru has a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) that
tracks the pressure of each individual tire. You can learn more by
scanning the QR code to see a video with tips and more information
about your Subaru’s TPMS.
The TPMS screen, if equipped, shows individual tire
pressure in the Combination Meter Display. Use the
“i/Set” switch to display the TPMS screen.
TPMS Screen
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Units for the TPMS can be customized to Psi or KPa in the
Combination Meter Display. Pull and hold the “i/Set” switch on the
Menu Entering Screen, select “Screen Settings,” and then select
“Tire Pressure Units.” Scan the QR code for a helpful “how to”
video on adjusting the settings.
Tire pressure specification is listed on the tire
inflation pressure label located on the driver’s
side door pillar and in the table below. For
complete tire pressure specifications and
information, please refer to the tire
specifications in your Owner’s Manual.
Tire Inflation Pressure
Front Wheel Rear Wheel Temporary Spare Tire 33 psi 32 psi 60 psi
NOTE: The temporary spare tire must be used only on a rear wheel. If a front wheel tire
gets punctured, replace the wheel with a rear wheel and install the temporary spare tire in
place of the removed rear wheel.
Tire Inflation Pressure Label
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OVERVIEW OF YOUR MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM
SUBARU STARLINK®Multimedia combines the radio along with the ability to connect your
phone* through Bluetooth®to the multimedia system for making calls, sending text
messages and listening to your favorite songs on your phone.
* Compatible smartphone and application required. For applications to operate, latest version of each application required. Data provided by smartphone is displayed on the Touchscreen. Some state laws
prohibit the operation of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle. Smartphone apps
should only be launched when vehicle is safely parked. Your wireless carrier’s rates may apply.
Various Systems
Depending on your model and trim level there are several types of SUBARU STARLINK®
Multimedia systems. Some of the functions described in this guide will vary by system.
• 6.5-inch Multimedia
• 6.5-inch Multimedia Plus
• 8.0-inch Multimedia Plus
• 8.0-inch Multimedia Navigation
BUTTONS
Radio Functions
1 Power/Volume Control
Press the power/volume
control knob to mute or
un-mute the audio and pause
playback of cache radio and
other media devices. Rotate
the knob to decrease or
increase the volume.
2Radio
Press the RADIO button to
display the AM/FM/SXM
screen. The different tuner
modes can be selected by
touching the source you want to hear.
3 Media
Press the MEDIA button to display the media screen. Select the media source you
want to hear. Connected media will display in white.
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4Tune
Rotate the knob to change the radio station or select the next track, media file, or list
item. Press the knob to choose the list item selected with the cursor. Press and hold
the knob to display the sound settings screen.
5 Seek
Press the seek up or seek down button to seek the next or previous radio frequency.
You can also use the seek up or down buttons to select different audio tracks from
media sources. Press and hold to fast-forward or rewind.
CD Player Functions (if equipped)
6Load
Insert the disc into the loading slot. The CD will automatically be drawn in and begin
playing the first track.
7 Eject
Press the Eject button on the left side of the loading slot to remove the CD from the
player.
Other Functions
8Home
Displays the Home screen apps. The Home screen allows you to customize which
apps appear and rearrange the icons in a personalized order.
9 Map (if equipped)
Displays the map and navigation features available on the screen.
10 Apps
Displays the installed apps that are available on your vehicle.
Controlling the Volume
Adjusting the Volume: Turn the volume knob to adjust the volume. The volume stays at
the level you set after an ignition cycle.
Muting the Volume: You can mute the audio system by pressing the volume knob once,
and un-mute the audio by pressing the knob again. It will un-mute automatically after an
ignition cycle.
Turning the System Off: To turn the system off, press and hold the volume knob for about
three seconds. The system remains off after an ignition cycle. Press the volume knob again
to turn the system back on.
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
1Presets/Skip: Press to toggle through
your preset radio stations or change a
track/media file. Press and hold to scan
radio stations or fast-forward/rewind
media files.
2 Volume: Push the switch up/down to
increase/decrease volume.
3 Source: Press the source button to
change the audio sources between radio
modes and media modes.
4 INFO: Press to operate the Multi Function
Display.
5 Call/Voice Recognition: Press to
receive/end a call without taking your
hands off the steering wheel. Press the talk button to activate the built-in voice
recognition function. Press and hold to activate the Apple CarPlay
®/Android Auto™
voice recognition function.
Starlink Audio Controls
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