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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on or a war ning buzzer sounds...
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
SUBARU dealer.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada and Mexico) Brake system warning light
• Low brake fluid
• Malfunction in the brake system
This light also comes on when the parking brake is not
released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully
released the system is operating normally.
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights turn
on or flash. If a light turns on or flashes, but then turns off, this does
not necessarily indicate a malfunction in the system.

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Have the vehicle inspected immediately.Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to
the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by your SUBARU dealer immediately.
Warning lightWarning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada and Mexico) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system;
• The electronic automatic transmission control system.
SRS airbag system warning light Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The seatbelt pretensioner system;
• The front passenger occupant detection system.
(U.S.A.)
(Canada and Mexico) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS;
• The brake assist system.
Electric power steering warning light (warning buzzer) Indicates a malfunction in the electric power steering sys-
tem.
Slip indicator Indicates a malfunction in:
• The Vehicle stability control (VSC) system;
• The TRAC system;
• The hill start assist system.
Automatic headlight leveling system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight leveling
system.

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WARNING
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on (if equipped)
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could
cause loss of vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire
inflation pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pres-
sure adjustment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires.
If the tire is flat, change to the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired
by the nearest SUBARU dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate,
you could lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur (vehicles with a tire
pressure monitoring system)
The tire pressure monitoring system may not activate immediately.

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If a warning message is displayed (vehicles with a color multi-infor mation display)
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle
may be dangerous.The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake sys-
tem. Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
SUBARU dealer.
Warning messageDetails
(U.S.A.)
(Canada and Mexico)
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning A buzzer also sounds.
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and
perform the following actions:
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning light comes on again after the following
actions have been performed, contact your SUBARU dealer.

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Emergency start function (vehicles with a keyless access with
push button start system)When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as
an interim measure to start the engine if the push-button ignition
switch is functioning normally:
Vehicles with an automatic transmission Set the parking brake.
Put the select lever in P.
Set the push-button ignition switch to “ACC” mode.
Press and hold the push-button ignition switch about 15 sec-
onds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system
may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by your SUBARU
dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and
headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( →P. 474)
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system. (vehi-
cles with a keyless access with push button start system)
Contact your SUBARU dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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Turn the mechanical key clock-
wise to open.
Starting the engine
Vehicles with an automatic transmission Ensure that the select lever is in P and firmly depress the
brake pedal.
Touch the area behind the lock
button and unlock button on the
access key to the push-button
ignition switch.
When the access key is detected,
a buzzer sounds and the push-
button ignition switch will turn to
“ON” mode.
When the keyless access with push button start system is deacti-
vated in customization setting, the push-button ignition switch will
turn to “ACC” mode. Modes can be changed by pressing the push-
button ignition switch with the brake pedal released. (The mode
changes each time the switch is pressed.)
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that the keyless
access with push button start system indicator light (green)
turns on.
Press the push-button ignition switch.
In the event that the push-button ignition switch still cannot be oper-
ated, contact your SUBARU dealer.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
ABS Anti-lock Brake System
ACC Accessory
ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
CFRP Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic
CRS Child Restraint System
DISP Display
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data Recorder
ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Ratings
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
I/M Emission inspection and maintenance
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LED Light Emitting Diode
LSD Limited Slip Differential
M + S Mud and Snow
MMT Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
OBD On Board Diagnostics
SRS Supplemental Restraint System
TIN Tire Identification Number
TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring System
TRAC Traction Control
VIN Vehicle Identification Number
VSC Vehicle Stability Control

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Alphabetical index
A/C .................................... 282, 289
ABS........................................... 257
Access keyIf the access key does not operate properly........... 470
Air conditioning filter.............. 384
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............. 384
Automatic air conditioning system................................ 289
Manual air conditioning system................................ 282
Airbags Airbag operating conditions................... 108, 116
Airbag precautions for your child............................ 125
Airbag warning light .............. 424
Curtain airbag
operating conditions........... 116
Curtain airbag precautions ........................ 125
Front passenger occupant detection system ................ 131
General airbag precautions ........................ 125
Locations of airbags ............... 93
Modification and disposal of airbags ............. 128
Proper driving
posture ......................... 91, 125
Side airbag operating conditions........................... 116
Side airbag precautions ........................ 125
Side and curtain airbags
operating conditions........... 116
Side and curtain airbags precautions ........................ 125
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners .......... 524
SRS airbags ........................... 93 Alarm ...........................................87
Anti-lock brake system............257
Audio input ...............................300
Audio system
Audio input ............................300
AUX port................................300
iPod .......................................300
Portable music player............300
USB memory .........................300
USB port................................300
Auto dimmer cancel function ..................................201
Automatic air conditioning system ....................................289
Automatic headlight leveling system ......................237
Automatic light control system .......................233
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........185
If the select lever cannot be shifted from P......................468
Manual mode ........................188
Mode select switch ................187
Paddle shift levers .................188
AUX port ...................................300
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .............400
Wattage .................................497
Battery Checking ...............................363
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ..............474
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................274
Bottle holders ...........................306
Brake Fluid ......................................361
Parking brake ........................197
Brake assist..............................257
Break-in tips .............................159A
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Display
Drive information .................. 221
Multi-information display ........................ 210, 218
Trip information .................... 211
Warning messages............... 434
Do-it-yourself maintenance .... 350
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights.............. 302
Wattage ................................ 497
Doors Door lock .................... 25, 38, 43
Door windows ......................... 74
Outside rear view mirrors ....... 71
Side mirrors ............................ 71
Drive information .................... 221
Driver's seatbelt reminder light ........................ 426
Driving Break-in tips ......................... 159
Correct posture....................... 91
Procedures ........................... 156
Winter drive tips.................... 274
Electric power steering........... 257
Emergency, in case of If the access key does not operate properly........... 470
If the engine will not start...... 465
If the select lever cannot be shifted from P ................ 468
If the vehicle has a discharged battery ............. 474
If the warning buzzer sounds ............................... 422
If the warning light
turns on .............................. 422
If the warning message is displayed ........................ 434
If you have a flat tire ............ 451
If you lose your keys............. 469
If you think something is wrong ................................. 420 If your vehicle becomes
stuck ...................................482
If your vehicle needs to be towed .............................413
If your vehicle overheats .......479
Engine
Compartment ........................355
Engine hood ..........................353
Engine switch ................172, 182
How to start the engine .........................172, 182
Identification number .............487
If the engine will not start ......465
Ignition switch................172, 182
Overheating...........................479
Engine coolant Capacity ................................492
Checking ...............................359
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........199, 223
Engine hood .............................353
Engine immobilizer system.......82
Engine oil Capacity ................................490
Checking ...............................356
Preparing and checking before winter .......................274
Engine switch ...................172, 182
Engine switch light ..................302
Event data recorder ...................18
Floor mat...................................316
Fluid Brake .....................................361
Washer ..................................367
Fog lights
Switch....................................239
Front fog lights Switch....................................239
Front passenger occupant detection system ...................131
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Outside temperature display ............................210, 230
Overheating, Engine ................ 479
Paddle shift levers ................... 188
Parking brake ........................... 197
Parking lights Switch.................................... 233
Power outlets ........................... 312
Power windows ..........................74
Radiator .................................... 361
Rear seats ...................................56
Rear side marker lights Switch.................................... 233
Rear turn signal lights
Switch.................................... 195
Rear view camera..................... 248
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror.............69
Outside rear view mirrors ........71
Rear window defogger ............ 298
Replacing Fuses .................................... 392
Key battery ............................ 387
Light bulbs............................. 400
Tires ...................................... 451
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...................... 521
REV indicator ........................... 161 Seat heaters ............................. 314
Seatbelts
Adjusting the seatbelt.............. 60
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) .................... 62
Child restraint system
installation........................... 146
Cleaning and maintaining the seatbelts ....................... 338
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) .................... 62
How to wear your seatbelt ...... 60
How your child should
wear the seatbelt .................. 62
Pregnant women, proper seatbelt use ............... 64
Reminder light ....................... 426
Seatbelt guide ......................... 61
Seatbelt pretensioners ............ 61
Seating capacity ...................... 273
Seats Adjustment .............................. 53
Adjustment precautions .......... 54
Child seats/child restraint system installation .............. 146
Cleaning................................ 337
Head restraint ......................... 58
Properly sitting in the seat....... 91
Seat heaters.......................... 314
Service reminder indicators .............................. 203
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