check engine light SUBARU CROSSTREK 2018 User Guide

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the engine, there may be a malfunction in
the vacuum system. In this case, drive the
vehicle carefully and have the system
inspected by a SUBARU dealer.&Low fuel warning lightThe low fuel warning light illuminates when
the tank is nearly empty, at approximately
2.5 US gal (9.5 liters, 2.1 Imp gal). It only
operates when the ignition switch is in the
“ON”position.
CAUTION
Promptly put fuel in the tank when-
ever the low fuel warning light
illuminates. Engine misfires as a
result of an empty tank could cause
damage to the engine.&Hill start assist warning
light/Hill start assist
OFF indicator light!Hill start assist warning light
While the engine is running, if there are
any malfunctions in the Hill start assist
system, the warning light will illuminate.
WARNING
When the Hill start assist warning
light illuminates, have the vehicle
inspected at an authorized SUBARU
dealer.
!Hill start assist OFF indicator light
While the Hill start assist system is
deactivated, the Hill start assist OFF
indicator light illuminates continuously to
inform the driver that the Hill start assist
system is not operational.&Door open warning lightThe warning light illuminates if any door or
the rear gate is not fully closed. This
function is effective even if the ignition
switch is in the“LOCK”/“OFF”or“ACC”
position, or the key is removed from the
ignition switch.
For some models, only the open doors are
indicated by the warning lights.
Always make sure this light is not illumi-
nated before you start to drive.
&All-Wheel Drive warn-
ing light (CVT models)This light blinks if the vehicle is driven with
tires of differing diameters fitted on the
wheels or with an excessively low air
pressure in any of the tires.
WARNING
If the AWD warning light flashes,
promptly park in a safe location then
check whether all four tires are the
same diameter and whether any of
the tires has a puncture or has lost
air pressure for some other reason.
Continuing to drive with the AWD
warning light flashing can lead to
powertrain damage.NOTEIf the temporary spare tire is used, the
AWD warning light may flash. Use of the
temporary spare tire should therefore
be restricted to the minimum time
necessary. Replace the temporary
spare tire with a conventional tire as
soon as possible.
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&Power steering warning
lightWhile the engine is running, this warning
light illuminates when a malfunction has
been detected in the electric power steer-
ing system.
CAUTION
When the power steering warning
light is illuminated, there may be
more resistance when the steering
wheel is operated. Drive carefully to
the nearest SUBARU dealer and
have the vehicle inspected immedi-
ately.NOTEIf the steering wheel is operated in the
following ways, the power steering
control system may temporarily limit
the power assist in order to prevent the
system components, such as the con-
trol computer and drive motor, from
overheating.
.The steering wheel is operated fre-
quently and turned sharply while the
vehicle is maneuvered at extremely low
speeds, such as while frequently turn-
ing the steering wheel during parallel
parking..The steering wheel remains in the
fully turned position for a long period of
time.
At this time, there will be more resis-
tance when steering. However this is
not a malfunction. Normal steering
force will be restored after the steering
wheel is not operated for a while and
the power steering control system has
an opportunity to cool down. However,
if the power steering is operated in a
non-standard way which causes power
assist limitation to occur too frequently,
that may result in a malfunction of the
power steering control system.
&Vehicle Dynamics Con-
trol warning light/Vehicle
Dynamics Control op-
eration indicator light!Vehicle Dynamics Control warning
light
CAUTION
The Vehicle Dynamics Control sys-
tem provides its ABS control
through the electrical circuit of the
ABS. Accordingly, if the ABS is
inoperative, the Vehicle DynamicsControl system becomes unable to
provide ABS control. As a result, the
Vehicle Dynamics Control system
also becomes inoperative, causing
the warning light to illuminate.
Although both the Vehicle Dynamics
Control system and ABS are inop-
erative in this case, the ordinary
functions of the brake system are
still available. You will be safe while
driving with this condition, but drive
carefully and have your vehicle
checked at a SUBARU dealer as
soon as possible.
NOTE.If the electrical circuit of the Vehicle
Dynamics Control system itself mal-
functions, the warning light only illumi-
nates. At this time, the ABS (Anti-lock
BrakeSystem)remainsfullyopera-
tional.
.The warning light illuminates when
the electronic control system of the
ABS/Vehicle Dynamics Control system
malfunctions.
.The Vehicle Dynamics Control warn-
ing light, ABS warning light, and brake
system warning light illuminate simul-
taneously if the EBD system malfunc-
tions. For further details of the EBD
system malfunction warning, refer to
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“Electronic Brake Force Distribution
(EBD) system warning”F3-21.
The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is
probably inoperative under any of the
following conditions. Have your vehicle
checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi-
ately.
.The warning light does not illuminate
when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON”position.
.The warning light illuminates while the
vehicle is running.NOTEIf the warning light behavior is as
described in the following examples,
the Vehicle Dynamics Control system
may be considered normal.
.The warning light illuminates when
the ignition switch is turned to the“ON”
position and turns off approximately 2
seconds after the engine has started.
.The warning light illuminates right
after the engine is started but turns off
immediately, remaining off.
.The warning light illuminates after
the engine has started and turns off
while the vehicle is subsequently being
driven.
.The warning light illuminates during
driving, but it turns off immediately and
remains off..The warning light illuminates when
the engine has stalled and continues to
illuminate after the engine has been
restarted. However, it will turn off once
the vehicle starts moving.
!Vehicle Dynamics Control operation
indicator light
The indicator light flashes during activation
of the skid suppression function and during
activation of the traction control function.
NOTE.The light may remain illuminated for
a short period of time after the engine
has been started, especially in cold
weather. This does not indicate the
existence of a problem. The light
should turn off as soon as the engine
has warmed up.
.The indicator light illuminates when
the engine has developed a problem
and the CHECK ENGINE warning light/
malfunction indicator light is on.
The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is
probably malfunctioning under the follow-
ing condition. Have your vehicle checked
at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
.The light does not turn off even after the
lapse of several minutes (the engine has
warmed up) after the engine has started.
&Vehicle Dynamics Con-
trol OFF indicator lightThe light illuminates when the Vehicle
Dynamics Control OFF switch is pressed
to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Con-
trol system.
The Vehicle Dynamics Control system is
probably malfunctioning under any of the
following conditions. Have your vehicle
checked at a SUBARU dealer immedi-
ately.
.The light does not illuminate when the
ignition switch is turned to the“ON”
position.
.The light does not turn off even once
several seconds have elapsed after the
ignition switch has been turned to the“ON”
position.
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&Cruise control indicator
light (if equipped)This light illuminates when the cruise
control main button is pressed to activate
the cruise control function. For details,
refer to“To set cruise control”F7-48.
If this light blinks, do not use the cruise
control. In addition, if it blinks frequently,
contact your SUBARU dealer for an
inspection.
CAUTION
If the CHECK ENGINE warning light/
malfunction indicator light illumi-
nates, the cruise control indicator
light flashes at the same time. At this
time, avoid driving at high speed and
have your vehicle inspected at a
SUBARU dealer as soon as possi-
ble.&Cruise control set indi-
cator light (if equipped)This light illuminates when vehicle speed
has been set to use the cruise control
function. Refer to“To set cruise control”
F7-48.
&Automatic headlight
beam leveler warning
light (models with LED
headlights)This light illuminates when the automatic
headlight beam leveler does not operate
normally.
If this light illuminates during driving, have
your vehicle inspected at your SUBARU
dealer.&LED headlight warning
light (models with LED
headlights)This light illuminates if the LED headlights
malfunction. Have your vehicle inspected
at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.&Steering Responsive
Headlight warning light/
Steering Responsive
Headlight OFF indicator
light (if equipped)This light illuminates when the Steering
Responsive Headlight OFF switch is
pressed to deactivate the Steering Re-
sponsive Headlight. Also, the light flashes
when a malfunction occurs in the Steering
Responsive Headlight. Refer to“SteeringResponsive Headlight (SRH)”F3-72.
&Front fog light indicator
light (if equipped)This indicator light illuminates while the
front fog lights are illuminated.&Headlight indicator
light (if equipped)This indicator light illuminates under the
following conditions.
.when the light switch is turned to the
“
”or“
”position
.when the light control switch is in the
“AUTO”position and the headlights illumi-
nate automatically
&Steering responsive fog
lights warning indicator/
Steering responsive fog
lights OFF indicator (if
equipped)NOTEFor details about the steering respon-
sive fog lights system, refer to“Steer-
ing responsive fog lights system”F3-
74.
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&Warning screenExample of warningIf there is a warning message or a
maintenance notification, it will appear on
this screen. Take the appropriate actions
based on the messages indicated.
&Telltale screen1) Telltale screenWhen the corresponding situation occurs,
the following telltales will be displayed on
the telltale screen.NOTEWhen there is warning information to
display, it will be displayed in five
warning indicators, starting on the left
in ascending order of severity. If there
are six or more warning information
displayed, pull the“
/SET”switch and
check the item.
Mark Name Page
Door open indicator 3-22LED headlight warning
indicator (if equipped)3-31High beam assist indi-
cator (green) (if
equipped)3-30Steering Responsive
Headlight warning light
(if equipped)3-31Engine low oil level
warning indicator3-18RAB warning indicator
(if equipped)3-32RAB OFF indicator (if
equipped)3-32BSD/RCTA warning in-
dicator (if equipped)3-32BSD/RCTA OFF indi-
cator (if equipped)3-32Automatic headlight
beam leveler system
malfunction warning
(models with LED
headlights)3-31
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&Setting the clock automati-
cally1. Press the
button.
2. Select“Settings”.
3. Select“Vehicle”.
4. Select“Clock adjustment”and then
select“Auto”.
5. Press thebutton again to complete
the setting.
!Models with navigation system
The clock will be set automatically where a
GPS signal is available.!Models without navigation system
The clock will be set and adjusted auto-
matically when a smartphone is connected
via Bluetooth
®for transferring phonebook
data.
1. Register the smartphone to the audio
system. For details, refer to“Bluetooth
SETTINGS”in the supplemental Owner’s
Manual for the audio/navigation system.
2. Transfer phonebook data to the sys-
tem. For details, refer to“Bluetooth SET-
TINGS”in the supplemental Owner’s
Manual for the audio/navigation system.
The clock will be adjusted automatically.
NOTEDepending on the model of smart-
phone, the settings of the connected
smartphone may need to be changed.
(ex: For iOS or other models, notifica-
tion settings may need to be activated.)
For details, check the instructions on
connecting smartphones.&Regulatory informationThe Bluetooth
®word mark and logos are
registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth
SIG, Inc.
Light control switch&Precautions and tips
CAUTION
.Use of any lights for a long period
of time while the engine is not
running can cause the battery to
discharge.
.Before leaving the vehicle, make
sure that the lights are turned off.
If the vehicle is left unattended
for a long time with the lights
illuminated, the battery may be
discharged.NOTE.Even if the key is removed from the
ignition switch, the lights can be illumi-
nated by operating the light control
switch from the“
”(off) position to the
“
”or“
”position.
.If the driver’s door is opened while
the lights are illuminated and the key is
removed from the ignition switch, the
chirp sound will inform the driver that
the lights are illuminated.
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Ventilator control....................................................4-2
Center ventilators.................................................. 4-2
Side ventilators...................................................... 4-2
Climate control panel.............................................4-2
Type A ................................................................... 4-3
Type B ................................................................... 4-4
Type C ................................................................... 4-5
Automatic climate control operation
(type B andC) ......................................................4-6
Sensors................................................................. 4-6
Manual climate controloperation..........................4-7
Airflow mode selection........................................... 4-7
MAX A/C mode (for type B and C).......................... 4-8
Temperature control............................................... 4-8
Fan speed control.................................................. 4-9
Air conditioner control........................................... 4-9Air inlet selection...................................................4-9
To turn off the climate control system.....................4-9
Defrosting..............................................................4-10
Operating tips for heater andair conditioner.... 4-10
Cleaning ventilation grille.....................................4-10
Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight .... 4-10
Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant
circuit................................................................ 4-11
Checking air conditioning system before summer
season.............................................................. 4-11
Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity
and low temperature weather conditions ............ 4-11
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when
engine is heavily loaded.................................... 4-11
Refrigerant for your climate control system.......... 4-11
Air filtration system...............................................4-11
Replacing a cabin air filter....................................4-12
Climate control
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Fuel..........................................................................7-3
Fuel requirements.................................................. 7-3
Fuel filler lid and cap............................................. 7-4
State emission testing (U.S.only).........................7-7
Preparing to drive...................................................7-8
Starting and stopping the engine
(models without push-button startsystem)...... 7-9
Starting engine...................................................... 7-9
Stopping the engine.............................................. 7-11
Starting and stopping engine
(models with push-button startsystem).......... 7-11
Safety precautions................................................ 7-11
Operating range for push-button start system....... 7-11
Starting engine..................................................... 7-11
Stopping engine....................................................7-13
When access key fob does not operate properly ... 7-14
Remote engine start system(dealer option)...... 7-14
Remote engine starter transceiver (fob) .................7-15
Alternate operation method for models with
“keyless access with push-button start
system”..............................................................7-18
Entering the vehicle while it is running via
remote start........................................................7-18
Entering the vehicle following remote engine
start shutdown....................................................7-19
Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of
the vehicle..........................................................7-19
Remote transmitter program
(Remote engine starter transceiver).....................7-19
System maintenance.............................................7-19
Certification for remote engine starter...................7-21
Manual transmission............................................7-21
Shifting speeds....................................................7-22
Driving tips...........................................................7-23
Continuously variable transmission...................7-24
Continuously variable transmission features.........7-24
Select lever..........................................................7-25
Selection of manual mode (if equipped)................7-26
Selection of“L”(if equipped) ................................7-28
Shift lock function................................................7-28
Driving tips...........................................................7-30
Power steering......................................................7-30
Power steering warning light ................................7-30
Power steering system features............................7-30
Braking..................................................................7-31
Braking tips..........................................................7-31
Brake system.......................................................7-31
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators................7-32
ABS (Anti-lock BrakeSystem).............................7-33
ABS self-check.....................................................7-33
ABS warning light.................................................7-33
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
system................................................................7-34
Steps to take if EBD system malfunctions .............7-34
Vehicle Dynamics Controlsystem......................7-35
Safety precautions................................................7-35
System features....................................................7-36
Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor ............7-37
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch...................7-37
X-mode (if equipped)............................................7-38
To activate/deactivate the X-mode.........................7-39
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Fuel
CAUTION
Use of a fuel which is low in quality
or use of an inappropriate fuel
additive may cause damage to the
engine and/or fuel system.&Fuel requirementsThe engine is designed to operate using
unleaded gasolinewith an octane rating
of87 AKI (90 RON) or higher.
!Mexico only
Add a bottle of genuine SUBARU fuel
additive to the fuel every 15,000 km (9,000
miles). Refer to an authorized SUBARU
dealer for details.
!Fuel octane rating
Using a gasoline with a lower octane rating
can cause persistent and heavy knocking,
which can damage the engine. Do not be
concerned if your vehicle sometimes
knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or
when you accelerate. Contact your
SUBARU dealer if you use a fuel with the
specified octane rating and your vehicle
knocks heavily or persistently.!RON
This octane rating is the Research Octane
Number.
!AKI
This octane rating is the average of the
Research Octane and Motor Octane num-
bers and is commonly referred to as the
Anti Knock Index (AKI).
!Unleaded gasoline
The neck of the fuel filler pipe is designed
to accept only an unleaded gasoline filler
nozzle. Under no circumstances should
leaded gasoline be used because it will
damage the emission control system and
may impair driveability and fuel economy.
!Gasoline for California-certified
LEV
If your vehicle was certified to California’s
low emission vehicle (LEV) standards as
indicated on the underhood tune-up label,
it is designed to optimize engine and
emission performance with gasoline that
meets the clean burning low-sulfur Cali-
fornia gasoline specifications. If you live in
any other state than California, your
vehicle will operate on gasoline meeting
Federal specifications. Gasoline sold out-
side California is permitted to have higher
sulfur levels, which may affect the perfor-
mance of your vehicle’s catalytic converterand may produce a sulfur exhaust odor or
smell. SUBARU recommends that you try
a different brand of unleaded gasoline
having lower sulfur to determine if the
problem is fuel related before returning
your vehicle to an authorized dealer for
service.
!MMT
Some gasoline contains an octane-enhan-
cing additive called MMT (Methylcyclo-
pentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl). If
you use such fuels, your emission control
system performance may deteriorate and
the CHECK ENGINE warning light/Mal-
function indicator light may turn on. If this
happens, return to your authorized
SUBARU Dealer for service. If it is
determined that the condition is caused
by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be
covered by your warranty.
!Gasoline for cleaner air
Your use of gasoline with detergent ad-
ditives will help prevent deposits from
forming in your engine and fuel system.
This helps keep your engine in tune and
your emission control system working
properly, and is a way of doing your part
for cleaner air. If you continuously use a
high quality fuel with the proper detergent
and other additives, you should never
need to add any fuel system cleaning
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fully inserted, its automatic stop-
ping mechanism may not func-
tion, causing fuel to overflow the
tank and creating a fire hazard.
.Stoprefuelingwhentheauto-
matic stop mechanism on the
fuel nozzle activates. If you con-
tinue to add fuel, temperature
changes or other conditions
may cause fuel to overflow from
the tank and create a fire hazard.
5. Stop filling the tank after the fuel filler
pump automatically stops. Do not add any
more fuel.
6. Put the cap back on, turn it clockwise
until you hear a clicking noise. Be certain
not to catch the tether under the cap while
tightening.
CAUTION
Make sure that the cap is tightened
until it clicks to prevent fuel spillage
in the event of an accident.7. Close the fuel filler lid completely.
CAUTION
If you spill any fuel on the painted
surface, rinse it off immediately.
Otherwise, the painted surface
could be damaged.NOTE.You will see the“
”sign in the fuel
gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler
door (lid) is located on the right side of
the vehicle.
.If the fuel filler cap is not tightened
until it clicks or if the tether is caught
under the cap, the CHECK ENGINE
warning light/malfunction indicator
light may illuminate. Refer to“CHECK
ENGINE warning light/Malfunction in-
dicator light”F3-15.
CAUTION
.Never add any cleaning agents to
the fuel tank. The addition of a
cleaning agent may cause da-
mage to the fuel system.
.After refueling, turn the cap to the
right until it clicks to ensure that
it is fully tightened. If the cap isnot securely tightened, fuel may
leak out while the vehicle is being
driven or fuel spillage could oc-
cur in the event of an accident,
creating a fire hazard.
.Do not let fuel spill on the exterior
surfaces of the vehicle. Because
fuel may damage the paint, be
sure to wipe off any spilled fuel
quickly. Paint damage caused by
spilled fuel is not covered under
the SUBARU Limited Warranty.
.Always use a genuine SUBARU
fuel filler cap. If you use the
wrong cap, it may not fit or have
proper venting and your fuel tank
and emission control system
may be damaged. It could also
lead to fuel spillage and a fire.
.Immediately put fuel in the tank
whenever the low fuel warning
light illuminates. Engine misfires
as a result of an empty tank could
cause damage to the engine.
Continuing to operate your vehi-
cle at an extremely low fuel level
may result in a reduction of
engine performance.
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