stop start SUBARU BAJA 2003 1.G Owners Manual

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Safety symbol
HS0008
You will find a circle with a slash through it in this manual. This symbol means “Do not ”, “Do not do this ”, or “Do not let this happen ”, depending
upon the context.
Safety precautions when driving
SEATBELT AND SRS AIRBAG
WARNING
All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BE-
FORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of se-
rious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or ac-cident. To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident, the
driver and all passengers in the vehicle should always wear seat-
belts when the vehicle is moving. The SRS (SupplementalRestraint System) airbag does not do away with the need to fas-ten seatbelts. In combination with the seatbelts, it offers the bestcombined protection in case of a serious accident.Not wearing a seatbelt increases the chance of severe injury ordeath in a crash even when the car has the SRS airbag. The SRS airbags deploy with considerable speed and force.
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Seatbelts Seatbelt safety tips
WARNING
All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BE-
FORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of se-
rious injury becomes greater in the event of a sudden stop or ac-cident. All belts should fit snugly in order to provide full restraint.
Loose fitting belts are not as effective in preventing or reducing
injury. Each seatbelt is designed to support only one person. Never
use a single belt for two or more persons — even children. Other-
wise, in an accident, serious injury or death could result. Replace all seatbelt assemblies including retractors and at-
taching hardware worn by occupants of a vehicle that has been ina serious accident. The entire assembly should be replaced evenif damage is not obvious. Put children aged 12 and under in the rear seat properly re-
strained at all times. The SRS airbag deploys with considerablespeed and force and can injure or even kill children, especially ifthey are 12 years of age and under and are not restrained or im-properly restrained. Because children are lighter and weaker than
adults, their risk of being injured from deployment is greater. Forthat reason, we strongly recommend that ALL children (includingthose in child seats and those that have outgrown child restraint
devices) sit in the REAR seat properly restrained at all times in achild restraint device or in a seatbelt, whichever is appropriate forthe child ’s height and weight.
Secure ALL types of child restraint devices (including forwardfacing child seats) in the REAR seats at all times.
NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE
FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TOTHE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD ’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO
THE SRS AIRBAG.

Keys and doors2-11
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HB2032BB
4. Place the ignition key into the ignition switch and cycle the switch
from LOCK to ON ten times within 15 seconds. Be sure to stop at the
LOCK position. The horn will sound once to indicate that you are in
the transmitter programming mode.
NOTE
You must finish the next step (opening the driver ’s door) within
45 seconds of starting this procedures.
To program the transmitters:
HB1000DB
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2
HB1005BB3 Press any button.
1. Open the driver ’s door.
2. Close the driver ’s door.
3. Press and release any button on the transmitter that you wish to
program into the system. The horn will sound two times to indicate

Instruments and controls3-5
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START CAUTION
Do not turn the ignition switch to the “START” position while the
engine is running.
The engine is started in this position. The starter cranks the engine to
start it. When the key is released (after the engine has started), the
key automatically returns to the “ON” position.
Key reminder chime
The reminder chime sounds when the driver ’s door opens and the key is
in the “LOCK” or “ACC” positions. The chime stops when the key is re-
moved from the ignition switch.
Ignition switch light
For easy access to the ignition switch in the dark, the ignition switch lightcomes on when driver ’s door is opened. The light remains on for 10 se-
conds and goes out after driver ’s door is closed or if the key is turned to
the “ON” position.
Key interlock release (AT vehicles only)
If the key can not be turned to the “LOCK” position even when the selec-
tor lever is in the “P” position:
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turn off immediately. It may take several driving trips. If the light does
not go out, take your vehicle to your authorized SUBARU dealer
immediately. If the light is blinking:
If the light is blinking while driving, an engine misfire condition has
been detected which may damage the emission control system.
To prevent serious damage to the emission control system, youshould do the following: Reduce vehicle speed.
Avoid hard acceleration.
Avoid steep uphill grades.
Reduce the amount of cargo, if possible.
Stop towing a trailer as soon as possible.
The CHECK ENGINE warning light may stop blinking and come on
steadily after several driving trips. You should have your vehicle
checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immediately.
Charge warning light
If this light comes on when the engine is running, it may indicate that the
charging system is not working properly. If the light comes on while driving or does not go out after the engine
starts, stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the alterna-
tor belt. If the belt is loose, broken or if the belt is in good condition but
the light remains on, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. Oil pressure warning light
CAUTION
Do not operate the engine with the oil pressure warning light on. This may cause serious engine damage.
If this light comes on when the engine is running, it may indicate that the
engine oil pressure is low and the lubricating system is not working prop-
erly.

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If the light comes on while driving or does not go out after the engine
starts, stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the engine
oil level. If the oil level is low, add oil immediately. If the engine oil is at
the proper level but the light remains on, contact your nearest SUBARU
dealer immediately. AT OIL TEMPerature warning light
(for AT vehicles)
If this light comes on when the engine is running, it may indicate that the
automatic transmission fluid temperature is too hot.
If the light comes on while driving, it is unnecessary to stop the vehicle,
but avoid driving up steep grades or in stop and go traffic.
Automatic transmission control system warning
If the light flashes after the engine starts, it may indicate that the auto-
matic transmission control system is not working properly. Contact
your nearest SUBARU dealer for service immediately.
ABS warning light
The ABS warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position and goes out after about two seconds.
This is an indication that the ABS system is working properly.
CAUTION
If the warning light behaves as follows, the ABS system may not
work properly.When the warning light is on, the ABS function shuts down; how-
ever, the conventional brake system continues to operate normal-
ly. The warning light does not come on when the ignition switch
is turned to the “ON” position.
The warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned
to the “ON” position, but it does not go out even when the vehicle
speed exceeds approximately 8 mph (12 km/h).
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the disc, then insert it in to the slot (with the label side up) and the player will automatically pull the disc into position.
A 8 cm/3 inch CD may also be used without any adapter. NOTE DO NOT INSERT TWO DISCS INTO THE DISC INSERTION
SLOT AT A TIME. Be sure to always insert a disc with the label side up. If a disc
is inserted with the label side down, it might be ejected or theplayer might shut off. After the last song finishes, the player will automatically return
to track 1 (the first song on the disc). n When CD is in the player
When the “CD” button
8 is pressed, the player will start playback.
NOTE After the last song finishes, the player will automatically return to track 1 (the first song on the disc). To stop playback of a CD
When the “PWR” button
Y is pressed during playback of a CD, the
CD stops playing temporarily. To let the CD resume playing, press the
button again. To select a song from its beginning
n Forward direction
Briefly press the “ ” button
Q to skip to the beginning of the next
track. Each time the button is pressed, the indicated track number will
increase. n Backward direction
Briefly press the “ ” button
W to skip to the beginning of the current
track. Each time the button is pressed, the indicated truck number will
decrease.

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To cancel the random mode, press the button again. Then the
“RAND” indicator goes out, and normal playback mode is restored.
Scan (a convenient way to become familiar with a disc)
1. Press the “SCAN” button
A.
– The display shows “SCAN” and the track number being
scanned.– You hear the first 10 seconds of each track.
– The operation is automatically cleared after playing all pro-
grams. Then, normal playback starts.
2. Press the “SCAN” button again when you hear a track you like.
– Normal playback resumes.
To stop playback
To stop playback and switch over to the radio mode, press the
“BAND” button.

Interior and exterior equipments6-25
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NOTE Remember that the vehicle ’s center of gravity is altered with the
weight of the load on the roof, thus affecting the driving charac- teristics.
Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, hard cornering and abruptstops. Crosswind effects will be increased. Removal and installation of the crossbars CAUTION
Do not carry cargo on the roof when the crossbars are removed. Luggage on the roof will be thrown forward or backward in sud-den stops or rapid accelerations, resulting in a dangerous roadhazard.
The crossbars can be removed when you do not use the roof to carrycargo. n To remove the crossbar
HB6047BAHB6048BA
1. Loosen and remove the T –30 torx head screw from the side of
each crossbar end support.
2. Move the end support and inner clamp to unhook each side of the
crossbar from the roof rail.
3. Carefully raise the crossbar from roof rails.

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Starting and operating Fuel7-2
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Fuel requirements 7-2
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Fuel filler door and cap 7-4
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State emission testing (U.S. only) 7-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing to drive 7-8
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Starting the engine 7-9
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Starting the engine for manual transmission vehicle 7-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting the engine for automatic transmission vehicle 7-10 . . . . . . . . .
Starting the engine during cold weather below –4
°F (–20°C) 7-10 . . .
Starting a flooded engine 7-11
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Stopping the engine 7-11
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Manual transmission 7-11
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Automatic transmission 7-14
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Selector lever 7-15
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Shift lock release 7-20
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Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) 7-21 . . .
Power steering 7-21
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Braking 7-22
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Braking tips 7-22
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Brake system 7-22
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Disc brake pad wear warning indicators 7-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) 7-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking your vehicle 7-26
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Cruise control 7-28
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