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Tires and Wheels
362Roadholding is good, and steering
is responsive. Rolling resistance is
low, so fuel consumption is also
lower.
 Under inflated tires (tread worn at
shoulders) Rolling resistance is high, so fuel
consumption is also higher.

Over inflated tires (tread worn in
center) Ride comfort is poor. Also, the tire

magnifies the effects of road
surface bumps and dips, possibly
resulting in vehicle damage.
B00050
B00051
WARNING
Driving at high speeds with
excessively low tire pressures
can cause the tires to deform
severely and to rapidly
become hot. A sharp increase
in temperature could cause
tread separation, and destruc-
tion of the tires. The resulting
loss of vehicle control could
lead to an accident.
B00052
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Tires and Wheels
363
Maintenance and Service11
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■Wheel BalanceEach wheel was correctly balanced
when your vehicle was new, but the
wheels will become unbalanced as
the tires become worn during use.
Wheel imbalance causes the
steering wheel to vibrate slightly at
certain vehicle speeds and detracts
from the vehicle’s straight-line
stability. It can also cause steering
and suspension system problems
and abnormal tire wear. If you
suspect that the wheels are not
correctly balanced, have them
checked and adjusted by your
SUBARU dealer. Also have them
adjusted after tire repairs and after
tire rotation.
NOTEThe suspension system is
designed to hold each wheel at a
certain alignment (relative to the
other wheels and to the road) for
optimum straight-line stability
and cornering performance.■ Wear Indicators1) New tread
2) Worn tread3)
Tread wear indicator
Each tire incorporates a tread wear
indicator, which becomes visible
when the depth of the tread grooves
decreases to 0.063 in (1.6 mm). A tire must be replaced when the

tread wear indicator appears as a
solid band across the tread.
NOTEFor safety, inspect the tire tread
regularly and replace the tires
before their tread wear indicators
become visible.
CAUTION
Loss of correct wheel align-
ment causes the tires to wear
on one side and reduces the
vehicle’s running stability.
Contact your SUBARU dealer
if you notice abnormal tire
wear.
12 3
B00327
WARNING
When a tire’s tread wear indi-
cator becomes visible, the tire
is worn beyond the accept-
able limit and must be
replaced immediately. With a
tire in this condition, driving at
high speeds in wet weather
can cause the vehicle to
hydroplane. The resulting loss
of vehicle control can lead to
an accident.
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Tires and Wheels
364■Rotational Direction of TiresExample of rotational direction
marked on the sidewall
1) Front
If the tires have specific rotational
direction, refer to the arrow marked
on the side wall.
The arrow should be pointing
forward direction when the wheels
are fitted.
■ Tire RotationVehicles equipped with 4
nonunidirectional tires
1) Front Vehicles equipped with unidi-
rectional tires
1) Front
Tire wear varies from wheel to
wheel. Move the tires to the posi-
tions shown in the illustration each
time they are rotated. For the tire
rotation schedule, refer to the
“Warranty and Maintenance
Booklet”. 
Replace any damaged or unevenly
worn tire at the time of rotation. After
tire rotation, adjust the tire pres-
sures and make sure the wheel nuts
are correctly tightened.
ROTATION
1
B00550
1
B00546
1
B00545
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Tires and Wheels
365
Maintenance and Service11
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After driving approximately 600
miles (1,000 km), check the wheel
nuts again and retighten any nut
that has become loose.■ Tire ReplacementThe wheels and tires are important and
integral parts of your vehicle’s design;
they cannot be changed arbitrarily. The
tires fitted as standard equipment are opti-
mally matched to the characteristics of the
vehicle and were sele cted to give the best
possible combination of running perfor-
mance, ride comfort, and service life. It is
essential for every tire to have a size and
construction matching those shown on the
tire inflation pressure label and to have a
speed symbol and load index matching
those shown on the tire inflation pressure
label.
Using tires of a non-specified size detracts
from controllability, ride comfort, braking
performance, speedometer accuracy and
odometer accuracy. It also creates incor-
rect body-to-tire clearances and inappro-
priately changes the vehicle’s ground
clearance.
All four tires must be the same in terms of
manufacturer, brand (tread pattern),
construction, and size. You are advised to
replace the tires with new ones that are identical to those fitted as standard equip-
ment.
For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU

recommends replacing all four tires at the
same time.
■ Wheel ReplacementWhen replacing wheels due, for example,
to damage, make sure the replacement
wheels match the specifications of the
wheels that are fitted as standard equip-
ment. Replacement wheels are available
from SUBARU dealers.
WARNING
 When replacing or installing
tire(s), all four tires must be the
same for the following items.
(a) Size(b) Speed symbol(c) Load index(d) Circumference(e) Construction(f) Manufacturer(g) Brand (tread pattern)(h) Degrees of wearFor items (a) to (c), you must
obey the specification that is
printed on the tire inflation pres-
sure label. The tire inflation pres-
sure label is located on the
driver’s center pillar.
If all four tires are not the same in
items (a) to (h), serious mechani-
cal damage could be caused to
the drivetrain of the car, and
affect the followings.-Ride-Handling-Braking- Speedometer/Odometer cali- bration- Clearance between the body
and the tires
It also may be dangerous and
lead to loss of vehicle control,
and it can lead to an accident.
 Use only radial tires. Do not use
radial tires together with belted
bias tires and/or bias-ply tires.
Doing so can dangerously reduce
controllability, resulting in an
accident.
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Alloy Wheels
366NOTEWhen any of the wheels are removed
and replaced for tire rotation or to
change a flat tire, always check the
tightness of the wheel nuts after driv-
ing approximately 600 miles (1,000
km). If any nut is loos e, tighten it to the
specified torque.
11-22. Alloy WheelsAlloy wheels can be scratched and
damaged easily. Handle them carefully to
maintain their appearance, performance,
and safety.
 When any of the wheels is removed
and replaced for tire rotation or to change
a flat, always check the tightness of the
wheel nuts after driving approximately 600
miles (1,000 km). If any nut is loose,
tighten it to the specified torque.
 Never apply oil to the threaded parts,
wheel nuts, or tapered surface of the
wheel.
 Never let the wheel rub against sharp
protrusions or curbs.
 When wheel nuts, balance weights, or
the center cap is replaced, be sure to
replace them with genuine SUBARU parts
designed for alloy wheels.
11-23. Windshield Washer Fluid1) “LOW” positionThe washer fluid level can be checked by
observing the position of the level on the
liquid-covered holes in the gauge. 
If the level falls below the second hole
from the bottom (the “LOW” position), add
washer fluid.
Use windshield washer fluid. If windshield
washer fluid is unavailable use clean
water.
In areas where water freezes in winter,
use an anti-freeze type windshield washer
fluid.
WARNING
Use only those wheels that are
specified for your vehicle. Wheels
not meeting specifications could
interfere with brake caliper opera-
tion and may cause the tires to rub
against the wheel well housing
during turns. The resulting loss of
vehicle control could lead to an
accident.
1B02110
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Specifications
38012-1. SpecificationsThese specifications are subject to change without notice.■Dimensions
in (mm)
*1: Measured with vehicle emptyAT: Automatic transmission 
MT: Manual transmission 
RWD: Rear Wheel Drive■ Engine
Item Dimensions
Drive system RWD
Transmission type ATMT
Overall length 167.9 (4265)
Overall width 69.9 (1775)
Overall height 51.6 (1310)
Wheelbase 101.4 (2575)
Tread Front
59.8 (1520)
Rear 61.0 (1550)
Ground clearance*1
5.1 (130)
Engine model FA24 (2.4 L, DOHC, non-turbo)
Engine type Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder,
4-stroke gasoline engine
Displacement cu-in (cc) 146 (2,387)
Bore × Stroke in (mm) 3.70 × 3.39 (94.0 × 86.0)
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Specifications
385
Specifications12
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■Electrical System■Tires*1: If equipped
*2: This torque is equivalent to applying approximately 88 to 110 lbf (40 to 50 kgf) at the end of the wheel nut wrench. If you have tightened the wheel
nuts by yourself, have the tightening torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility as soon as possible. For the wh eel nut tightening
procedure, refer to "Changing a Flat Tire" P303.■ Brake Pedal
in (mm)
*: Minimum value when pedal is operated with a force of 67.4 lbf (300 N, 30.6 kgf) while the engine is running.
Battery type
U.S. spec and Canada spec models
75D23L
Except U.S. spec and Canada spec models 55D23L
Alternator 12 V-150 A
Spark plugs ZXE27HBR8 (DENSO)
Tire size 215/45R17 87W215/40R18 85Y
Wheel size 17 × 7 1/2J18 × 7 1/2J
Pressure Front
35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2)
Rear
Spare tire
*1
Size ―215/40R18 85Y
Pressure ―
35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm
2)
Wheel nut tightening torque 88.5 lbf·ft (120 N·m, 12.2 kgf·m)
*2
Pedal clearance2.91 (74)*
Pedal free play 0.02 - 0.06 (0.5 - 1.5)
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Tire Information
399
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects13
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Occupant distribution
Distribution of occupants in a
vehicle as specified in the third
column of Table 1 that is appended
to the end of this section.
 Open splice
Any parting at any junction of tread,
sidewall, or innerliner that extends
to cord material.
 Outer diameter
The overall diameter of an inflated
new tire.
 Overall width
The linear distance between the
exteriors of the sidewalls of an
inflated tire, including elevations
due to labeling, decorations, or
protective bands or ribs.
 Passenger car tire
A tire intended for use on passenger
cars, multipurpose passenger vehi-
cles, and trucks, that have a gross
vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of
10,000 lbs (4,535 kg) or less. 
Ply
A layer of rubber-coated parallel
cords.
 Ply separation
A parting of rubber compound
between adjacent plies.
 Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of
rubber, chemicals, fabric and steel
or other materials, that, when
mounted on an automotive wheel,
provides the traction and contains
the gas or fluid that sustains the
load.
 Production options weight
The combined weight of those
installed regular production options
weighing over 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) in
excess of those standard items
which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or acces-
sory weight, including heavy duty
brakes, ride levelers, roof rack,
heavy duty battery, and special trim. 
Radial ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply
cords that extend to the beads are
laid at substantially 90 degrees to
the centerline of the tread.
 Recommended inflation pres-
sure
The cold inflation pressure recom-
mended by a vehicle manufacturer.
 Reinforced tire
A tire designed to operate at higher
loads and at higher inflation pres-
sures than the corresponding stan-
dard tire.
 Rim
A metal support for a tire or a tire
and tube assembly upon which the
tire beads are seated.
 Rim diameter
Nominal diameter of the bead seat.
 Rim size designation
Rim diameter and width.
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Tire Information
400Rim type designation
The industry of manufacturer’s
designation for a rim by style or
code.
 Rim width
Nominal distance between rim
flanges.
 Section width
The linear distance between the
exteriors of the sidewalls of an
inflated tire, excluding elevations
due to labeling, decoration, or
protective bands.
 Sidewall
That portion of a tire between the
tread and bead.
 Sidewall separation
The parting of the rubber compound
from the cord material in the
sidewall.
 Snow tire
A tire that attains a traction index
equal to or greater than 110,
compared to the ASTM E1136-93
Standard Reference Test Tire,
when using the snow traction test as described in ASTM F-1805-00,

Standard Test Method for Single
Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight
Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered
Surfaces, and that is marked with
an Alpine Symbol “ ” on at least
one sidewall.
 Test rim
The rim on which a tire is fitted for
testing, and it may be any rim listed
as appropriate for use with that tire.
 Tread
That portion of a tire that comes into
contact with the road.
 Tread rib
A tread section running
circumferentially around a tire.
 Tread separation
Pulling away of th e tread from the
tire carcass.
 Treadwear indicators (TWI)
The projections within the principal
grooves designed to give a visual
indication of the degrees of wear of
the tread. 
Vehicle capacity weight
The rated cargo and luggage load
plus 150 lbs (68 kg) times the
vehicle’s designated seating
capacity.
 Vehicle maximum load on the
tire
Load on an individual tire that is
determined by distributing to each
axle its share of the maximum
loaded vehicle weight and dividing
by two.
 Vehicle normal load on the tire
Load on an individual tire that is
determined by distributing to each
axle its share of the curb weight,
accessory weight, and normal occu-
pant weight (distributed in accor-
dance with Table 1 that is appended
to the end of this section) and
dividing by 2.
 Wheel-holding fixture
The fixture used to hold the wheel
and tire assembly securely during
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Tire Information
402sures and make sure the wheel nuts
are correctly tightened. For informa-
tion about the tightening torque and
tightening sequence for the wheel
nuts, refer to
"Flat Tires" 
P303.
■Vehicle Load Limit – How to
DetermineThe load capacity of your vehicle is
determined by weight, not by avail-
able cargo space. The load limit of
your vehicle is shown on the vehicle
placard attached to the driver’s side
B-pillar. Locate the statement “
The
combined weight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs
”
on your vehicle’s placard.
The vehicle placard also shows
seating capacity of your vehicle.
The total load capacity includes the
total weight of driver and all passen-
gers and their belongings, any
cargo, any optional equipment such
as a roof rack or bike carrier, etc.
Therefore cargo capacity can be
calculated by the following method. Cargo capacity = Load limit
− (total
weight of occupants + total weight of
optional equipment)
For information about vehicle
loading, refer to
"Loading Your Vehicle"

P297.▼
Calculating total and load
capacities varying seating
configurations
Calculate the available load
capacity as shown in the following
examples: Example 1
Vehicle capacity weight of the

vehicle is 800 lbs (363 kg), which is
indicated on the vehicle placard with
the statement “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo
should never exceed 363 kg or 800
lbs”.
For example, if the vehicle has one
occupant weighing 154 lbs (70 kg)
CAUTION
Your vehicle is neither
designed nor intended to be
used for trailer towing. There-
fore, never tow a trailer with
your vehicle.
D00245
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