2023 SUBARU SOLTERRA roof

4487-1. Maintenance and care
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7-1.Maintenance and care
Working from top to bottom,
liberally apply water to the
vehicle body, wheel wells and
underside of the vehicle to
remove any dirt and dust.
 Wash the vehicle body using
a sponge or soft cloth, such
as a chamois.
 For hard-to-remove marks,
use car wash soap and rinse
thoroughly with water.
 Wipe away any water.
 Wax the vehicle when the
waterproof coating deterio-
rates.
If water does not bead on a clean
surface, apply wax when the vehi-
cle body is cool.
■Self-restoring coat
The vehicle body has a self-restor-
ing coating that is resistant to small
surface scratches caused in a car
wash, etc.
●The coating lasts for 5 to 8 years
from when the vehicle is delivered
from the plant.
●The restoration time differs
depending on t he depth of the scratch and outside temperature.
The restoration time may become
shorter when the coating is
warmed by applying warm water.
●Deep scratches caused by keys,
coins, etc., cannot be restored.
●Do not use wax that contain abra-
sives.
■Automatic car washes
●Before washing the vehicle:
• Fold the mirrors
• Turn off the power back door (if equipped)
Start washing from the front of the
vehicle. Make sure to extend the
mirrors before driving.
●Brushes used in automatic car
washes may scratch the vehicle
surface, parts (wheel, etc.) and
harm your vehicle’s paint.
●Rear spoiler may not be washable
in some automatic car washes.
There may also be an increased
risk of damage to vehicle.
●When the shift position needs to
be held in N, refer to P.239.
■High pressure car washes
As water may enter the cabin, do
not bring the nozzle tip near the
gaps around the doors or perimeter
of the windows, or spray these
areas continuously.
■Note for a smart key system
●If the door handle becomes wet
while the electronic key is within
the effective range, the door may
lock and unlock repeatedly. In that
case, follow the following correc-
tion procedures to wash the vehi-
cle:
• Place the key in a position 6 ft. (2 m) or more separate from the
vehicle while the vehicle is being
washed. (Take care to ensure that
the key is not stolen.)
• Set the electronic key to battery-
saving mode to disable the smart
key system. ( P.188)
Cleaning and protect-
ing the vehicle exte-
rior
Perform the following to
protect the vehicle and
maintain it in prime condi-
tion:
Cleaning instructions

5368-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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WARNING
●Connect the valve and hose
securely with the tire installed
on the vehicle.
If the hose is not properly con-
nected to the valve, air leakage
may occur as sealant may be
sprayed out.
●If the hose comes off the valve
while inflating the tire, there is a
risk that the hose will move
abruptly due to air pressure.
●After inflation of the tire has
completed, the sealant may
splatter when the hose is dis-
connected or some air is let out
of the tire.
●Follow the operation procedure
to repair the tire. If the proce-
dure is not followed, the sealant
may spray out.
●Keep back from the tire while it
is being repaired, as there is a
chance of it bursting while the
repair operation is being per-
formed. If you notice any cracks
or deformation of the tire, turn
off the compressor switch and
stop the repair operation imme-
diately.
●The repair kit may overheat if
operated for a long period of
time. Do not operate the com-
pressor continuously for more
than 40 minutes.
●Parts of the repair kit become
hot during operation. Be careful
handling the repair kit during
and after operation. Do not
touch the metal part connecting
the bottle and the compressor. It
will be extremely hot.
●Do not attach the vehicle speed
warning sticker to an area other
than the one indicated. If the
sticker is attached to an area
where an SRS airbag is located,
such as the pad of the steering
wheel, it may prevent the SRS
air bag from operating properly.
■Driving to spread the liquid
sealant evenly
Observe the following precautions
to reduce the risk of accidents.
Failing to do so may result in a
loss of vehicle control and cause
death or serious injury.
●Drive the vehicle carefully at a
low speed. Be especially careful
when turning and cornering.
●If the vehicle does not drive
straight or you feel a pull
through the steering wheel, stop
the vehicle and check the fol-
lowing:
• Tire condition. The tire may have separated from the wheel.
• Tire inflation pressure. If the tire inflation pressure is 19 psi (130
kPa, 1.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar) or less,
the tire may be severely dam-
aged.
NOTICE
■When performing an emer-
gency repair
●Perform the emergency repair
without removing the nail or
screw that has punctured the
tread of the tire. If the object
that has punctur ed the tire is
removed, repair by the emer-
gency tire puncture repair kit
may not be possible.
●The repair kit is not waterproof.
Make sure that the repair kit is
not exposed to water, such as
when it is being used in the rain.

5619-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Production options weight
The combined weight of installed regular pro-
duction options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in
excess of the standard items which they
replace, not previously considered in curb
weight or accessory weight, including heavy
duty brakes, ride leveler s, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
RimA metal support for a ti re or a tire and tube
assembly upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter)Nominal diameter o f the bead seat
Rim size designationRim diameter and width
Rim type designationThe industry manufacture r’s designation for a
rim by style or code
Rim widthNominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity)The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb.
(68 kg) times the vehicl e’s designated seating
capacity
Vehicle maximum load on
the tireThe load on an individual tire that is determined
by distributing to each ax le its share of the max-
imum loaded vehicle weight, and dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on
the tire
The load on an individual tire that is determined
by distributing to each axle its share of curb
weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant
weight (distributed in accordance with Table 1
*
below), and dividing by two
Weather sideThe surface area of the rim not covered by the
inflated tire
Bead
The part of the tire that is made of steel wires,
wrapped or reinforced by ply cords and that is
shaped to fit the rim
Bead separationA breakdown of the bond between components
in the bead
Bias ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that
extend to the beads are la id at alternate angles
substantially less than 9 0 degrees to the center-
line of the tread
Tire related termMeaning

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Alphabetical Index607
ReplacingElectronic key battery ........... 497
Fuses ................................... 499
Light bulbs ............................ 502
Tires ..................................... 485
Replacing the tire ................... 485
Reporting safety defects for Canadian owners ................. 581
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners................................... 580
Road Sign Assist (RSA) ......... 286
Roof luggage carri er .............. 225
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ......... 286
S
Safe Exit Assist (SEA) Enabling/disabling the system........................................... 308
Safety Connect ......................... 64
SEA (Safe Exit Assist) ............ 307 Enabling/disabling the system........................................... 308
Seat belt reminder light . 515, 516
Seat belts .................................. 29 Adjusting the seat belt shoulder anchor height ....................... 31
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) .................................... 31
Child restraint system installation ............................................. 54
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt.............................. 451
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) .................................... 31
How to wear your seat belt..... 30
How your child should wear the seat belt................................ 30
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use................................. 29
Reminder light and buzzer . 515, 516
Seat belt extender .................. 30 Seat belt instructions for Cana-
dian owners ........................581
Seat belt pretensioners ..........32
SRS warning light .................514
Seat heaters ............................ 411
Seat ventilators .. ..................... 411
Seating capacity .............228, 550
Seats ................................192, 193 Adjustment ...................192, 193
Adjustment precautions ........193
Child seats/child restraint system installation ............................50
Cleaning ...............................451
Folding down the rear seatbacks ...........................................194
Head restraints .....................196
Properly sitting in the seat ......27
Seat heaters ......................... 411
Seat ventilators..................... 411
Secondary Collision Brake ....388
Sécurité de l’enfant Précautions avec les coussins gonflables ...........................585
Sensor Automatic headlight system .248
Automatic High Beam (AHB) 250
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ...303, 308
Digital Rear-view Mirror ........205
Dynamic radar cruise control 260
Inside rear view mirror ..........201
Intuitive parking assist .......... 311
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) ..281
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) .....276
Moving Vehicle Rear of the Vehi- cle ...............................303, 308
Parking Support Brake function (static objects) .................... 311
PCS (Pre-Collisio n System) .260
Radar sensor ........................260
Rain-sensing windshield wipers ...........................................255