USB SUBARU CROSSTREK 2021 Getting Started Guide

ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS
1Auxiliary Input Jack:
The 3.5mm auxiliary input jack is located
below the climate control dials. You can
connect a portable music player to the
auxiliary jack and hear the music stored
on it through your Subaru’s speakers.
Press the “Source” button located on the
steering wheel or the “Media” button on
the STARLINK
®Touchscreen to select
the auxiliary mode.
For more information, please refer to page 59 or your SUBARU STARLINK®
Owner’s Manual.
2Dual USB Ports:
The USB ports are located below the climate control dials and, if equipped, in the
center console. You can connect a variety of USB-equipped devices to the front
ports, such as portable music players or smartphones, to enjoy your favorite music
through your Subaru’s speakers. These ports also provide charging (5V, 2.1A) to
devices. The ports inside the center console are for charging only.
For more information, please refer to page 59 or your SUBARU STARLINK®
Owner’s Manual.
3Power Outlets:
Power outlets (12V) are located below the climate control dials and in the center
console. Electrical power is available for use with in-vehicle electrical appliances with
a maximum power rating of 120W. These outlets cannot be used to connect to the
SUBARU STARLINK
®Multimedia System.
For more information, please refer to your Owner’s Manual.
Connection Ports
GETTING COMFORTABLE
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HOME SCREEN ICONS
Phone– Allows you to place and receive calls
and text messages.
Map– Allows you to enter a destination and
have route guidance to get you where you are
going.
Settings– Allows you to change the settings
to your personal choice for select systems
inside the vehicle.
Add Shortcut– Allows you to add icons for
various functions to the home screen.
Apps– Entertainment and convenience applications that can be
used to enhance your driving experience. The apps included are:
MySubaru, Pandora
®, Travel Link®, Android Auto™, SUBARU
STARLINK®, aha™, and Apple Car Play®.
Media– Allows you to play CDs, USB/iPod music, or Bluetooth
®
audio by connecting to the device.
Radio– Allows you to select a station to listen to as well as pause and playback live radio.
REARRANGING ICONS
You can rearrange the icons on the Home Screen when the Home Screen Shortcuts
function is turned on. You can turn on the Home Screen Shortcuts function by selecting
“Settings”, then the “General” tab.
To rearrange icons on the Home Screen:
1. Select and hold the shortcut icon you want to move.
2. Drag the icon to the desired position and release.
3. To delete an icon, drag the icon to the bottom of the screen and release.
Home Screen Icons
STARLINK HOME
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Presets
You can preset 18 stations. Presets can be set
for SiriusXM®, FM, or AM stations, allowing
you to switch among the three with the press
of a single button. To preset a radio station:
1. Tune to the desired channel.
2. Press and hold the desired preset station
button at the bottom of the screen.
MEDIA
Bluetooth®
Your Subaru has Bluetooth®hands-free technology to manage your phone and audio
systems. Bluetooth®-enabled mobile phones link directly through your Touchscreen
automatically once connected. Bluetooth®Hands-free allows you to receive and initiate
calls, or play music directly from your device while keeping it stowed for safety.
For step-by-step instructions on how to pair a Bluetooth
®device to the Touchscreen,
please see page 94 for Android devices or page 98 for Apple devices. A QR code and link
to more information on pairing a Bluetooth
®device can also be found on page 60.
CD(if equipped)
The CD player holds a single disc. To access the CD menu, put a CD in the player or select
the CD icon on the “Media” Screen. Depending on the CD format, the CD album art work
may appear on the Touchscreen.
USB / iPod
You can plug in a USB memory storage device or iPod into the USB ports. This will bring
up the media screen with controls. If using an iPod, make sure to use an Apple certified
cable or MFi certified cable for proper operation.
Aux Input
The Aux jack is a port that allows input from an
audio device such as MP3 players, portable
music players, and iPods. To access the Aux
menu, plug in the device to the Aux jack and
the menu will appear, or select the Aux menu
from the “Media” Screen.
MULTIMEDIA
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Android Auto™
Android Auto can be used to view maps, play music,
and place calls by connecting your Android device to
the system. You can also run supported applications.
To use the Android Auto application, connect your
Android device to the USB port.
For more information on connecting your phone,
please refer to page 102.
For details on services or operations, visit the Android
Auto siteswww.android.com/auto/or
www.support.google.com/androidauto/.
Apple CarPlay®
Apple CarPlay can be used to view maps, play music, and place
calls by connecting your iPhone to the system. You can also run
supported applications. To use the Apple CarPlay application,
connect your iPhone to the USB port.
For more information on connecting your iPhone, please refer
to page 105.
For details on services or operations, check the Apple CarPlay site
www.apple.com/ios/carplay/.
SiriusXM®Travel Link
SiriusXM®U.S. satellite and data services are
available only in the 48 states of the
contiguous USA and DC.
Data service information, which is comprised
of sports, weather, stocks and fuel prices, can
be received via the SiriusXM
®Radio, with the
option to turn on or off weather alerts.
To receive the data service information in the
vehicle, a subscription to the SiriusXM
®Satellite Radio Service is necessary following a
free trial.
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MAPS/NAVIGATION
There are many programmable map/navigation features that can be customized. These
settings are located under the "Settings" menu and then "Navigation". Listed in the table
below are some common settings you can customize for your convenience.
SETTING FUNCTION
Route Setting Allows you to select Fastest, Shortest or Economic.
Avoid Allows you to avoid things like highways, tolls, ferries,
carpool lanes and unpaved roads.
Map Display Allows you to change the brightness by selecting auto,
day or night.
Save as Home Allows you to input your home address.
Save as Work Allows you to input your work address.
POI Icons Allows you to turn the icons on/off.
Arrival Time Allows you to select either 12 hour time or 24 hour
(military) time.
Auto Zoom Allows you to turn on/off.
Rest Stop Guidance Function Allows you to turn on/off.
Low Fuel Warning Allows you to turn on/off.
Checking for Map Updates
You can update the maps to the latest information. The maps should be checked and
updated regularly for the best possible navigation experience.
At subaru-maps.com, you can update the entire USA map at once via USB. The maps can
also be updated over the air. When updating over the air, you can update eight regions at a
time. This allows you to update your home state without having to download the entire
map program for the United States. This option is great if you normally stay in your home
state and/or surrounding states.
Updating Maps Over-the-Air
To update your maps over the air, first Connect to a Wi-Fi network (see page 106). Map
updates can be found by selecting “Settings”, then “Navigation” on the Touchscreen.
For more step by step directions for updating your maps through Wi-Fi, please refer to
page 114.
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Updating Maps Using Your PC/MAC
Maps can also be updated using a USB memory device, which will
allow the entire map program to be updated at one time. This is a
great option if you are going to take a cross-country trip and your
maps have not been updated in a while.
To update the map using a USB memory device, start by going to
www.subaru-maps.com
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ANDROID AUTO™
Cables
Always use a high-quality OEM USB cable.
Ensure the Android phone is fully up to date. Also verify that the
Android Auto app, along with all other apps that work with Android
Auto, are up to date. Android Auto might not function properly if one
of them is outdated or having an issue. The apps can be
downloaded from the Play Store.
For more information, visit:www.android.com/auto/
Connecting an Android Phone
1. To set up Android Auto, first plug the
Android phone into the USB port of the
vehicle using a quality OEM cable. The first
time you plug in, this message will appear.
Select “Accept”. After that, select “Accept”
to any other prompts that appear. Android
Auto might also need to download before
functioning on the vehicle; allow it to do so.
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APPLE CARPLAY®
Cables
Apple CarPlay requires compatible iPhones to be connected via
your Subaru’s USB port. Cables must be an 8-Pin Lightning MFi
Certified cable (made for iPod/iPhone). Look for the Works with
Apple CarPlay or Made for iPod, iPhone, iPad icons when selecting
a cable.
For more information, visit:www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
Connecting an iPhone
1. To set up Apple CarPlay, you will need to
plug the iOS/Apple phone into the USB port
of the vehicle. Make sure to use an MFi
certified cable.
2. Select “Allow” on the iOS/Apple phone
when prompted.
3. Select Apple CarPlay on the vehicle screen.
This will bring you to the home screen of
your phone in Apple CarPlay.
Ensure the iOS/Apple phone is fully up to
date. Also ensure all apps that work on
Apple CarPlay are up to date. Apple
CarPlay might not function correctly if one
of the apps is outdated or having an issue.
Apps can be updated in the App Store.
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Canceling Guidance
To cancel guidance, select “Menu” and then select
“Cancel”.
Map Updates
You can update the entire USA map at once via USB by going to:
www.subaru-maps.com
Maps can also be updated over a Wi-Fi network. To update your
maps via Wi-Fi, follow this process:
1Connect to a Wi-Fi network. If you need help with this, see
page 106.
2From the Home screen, select “Settings” then “Navigation”.
Next, select “Map Update” on the navigation setting screen.
3Select “Select Region (Max up to 8)” to
select the regions you would like to
update.
4Select the regions for which maps are to
be updated.
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Lane Departure Prevention . . . . . . 81
Lane Departure Warning . . . . . . . . 80
Lane Sway Warning . . . . . . . . . . 81
Lead Vehicle Start Alert........84
Pre-Collision Brake Assist . . .....80
Pre-Collision Braking ..........79
Pre-Collision Throttle Management . . 80
H
HIGH BEAM ASSIST (HBA) . . . . . . . 88
HOME SCREEN ICONS . . . . . .....54
HOOD PROP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
HOW TO OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . 93
I
IGNITION SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION . . . 4
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Subaru Roadside Assistance . . . . . . 5
SUBARU STARLINK
®Safety and
Security . . . . . . . . ..........5
INFO SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
INSTRUMENT PANEL SWITCHES
(LOWER LEFT) . . . . . . . . .....21
I/SET SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
K
KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH BUTTON
START
Locking Using Door Handles......8
Locking Using the Rear Gate . . . . . . 9
Unlocking Using Door Handles . . . . . 8
Unlocking Using the Rear Gate.....9
KEYLESS ENTRY
Automatic Door Locking/Unlocking . . 7L
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING AND
PRE-COLLISION BRAKING SYSTEM
OFF
Lane Departure Warning OFF Switch . 86
Pre-Collision Braking OFF Switch . . 86
LATCH/ANCHOR ..............39
LIGHT CONTROLS
Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . 24
Illumination Brightness . . . . . . . . . 24
M
MAKING A CALL . . . . . . . .......60
MAPS
Arrival Time/Distance . . . . . . . . . 109
Canceling Guidance..........114
Finding a Destination by Address . . 109
Finding a Destination by POI .....110
Guidance Screen Icons . . . . . . . . 112
Map Updates . . . . . . . ......114
Map View/Perspective . . . . . . . . 112
Map Zoom . . . . . . .........112
Nearest Gas Station . . . . ......113
Route Options . . . . . . .......111
Saving Destination as a Favorite . . 111
Shortest/Fastest/Economic . . . . . 111
Traffic Information . . . . . ......113
MAPS/NAVIGATION
Checking for Map Updates ......74
Updating Maps Over-the-Air . . . . . 74
Updating Maps Using Your PC/MAC . 75
MAPS OVERVIEW.............68
MEDIA
Aux Input.................59
Bluetooth
®................59
CD (if equipped) . . . . . . .......59
USB / iPod . . . . . . . .........59
MYSUBARU
Service Appointment Scheduler . . . 67
MYSUBARU INTEGRATION .......70
INDEX
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