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6. Dual Button Press the “DUAL” button to activate
or deactivate the dual mode. Dual
mode makes it possible to have
separate temperature settings for the
driver’s side and passenger’s side.
7. Air Conditioner Button Press the “A/C” button to activate
the air conditioning. Press it again
to turn off the air conditioning.
8. Defroster Button Press the button to defrost or
dehumidify the windshield and
front door windows.
9. Rear Window Defogger Button Press the button to turn on the
defogger. It will automatically shut off
after about 15 minutes. If the window
clears before that time, you can
press the button again to turn it off.
Located in the
multi-function
display; top
center of dash
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Controls
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Talk switch; please refer to the “Bluetooth audio” section in your Owner’s Manual. Press the button
to turn audio ON/
OFF or to select
the cursor entry. Press the button to
show the list screen.
Press the button
to return to the
previous screen.
Press the button to select
the desired audio mode –
FM, AM, SAT, CD, AUX, MEDIA. With any of the radio modes
selected, push the switch left or
right to skip through your presets.
In CD mode, push the switch left or
right to skip forward or back a track.
Push the top (+) of the switch to
increase volume or the bottom (–)

of the switch to decrease volume.
USB Port
The USB port is located in the center console.
You can connect a portable music player to
the USB port and hear the music stored on
it through the vehicle speakers. Press the
“SOURCE” button located on the audio system
repeatedly until the USB mode is selected.
Auxiliary Input Jack
The 3.5mm auxiliary input jack is located in the
center console. You can connect a portable
music player to the auxiliary jack and hear the music stored on it through the vehicle speakers.
Press the “SOURCE” button located on the
audio system to select the auxiliary mode.
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Controls
Cruise Control
Increase Speed
Push up the “RES/SET” switch to the
“RES” side; hold until your vehicle
reaches the desired speed and release.
To increase speed using the accelerator
pedal, press the pedal until you reach
the desired speed. Push down the
“RES/SET” switch to the “SET” side
to set the speed. Decrease Speed
Push down the “RES/SET” switch to
the “SET” side; hold until your vehicle
slows to the desired speed and release.
To decrease the speed using the brake
pedal, press the pedal to release
cruise control temporarily. When the
speed decreases to the desired speed,
push down the “RES/SET” switch to
the “SET” side to set the speed.
To activate the cruise control, press
the “
” button. The indicator light
on the instrument panel will turn
on. To deactivate cruise control,
press the “
” button again.
Press the accelerator pedal
until your vehicle reaches
the desired speed. Push
the switch to the “SET” side
and release. Ease off the
accelerator pedal. Your vehicle
will maintain the desired speed.
To cancel the cruise control,
push the brake pedal or press
the “CANCEL” button. If you
have a manual transmission, you
can push in the clutch pedal. To resume your speed
after canceling, push the
switch to the “RES” side.
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While Operating
Paddle Shift Control Switches (if equipped)
• Temporary use: Even when the selector is in the
“D” (Drive) position, you can temporarily shift the
gear by pulling the “+” or “–” paddle shift control
switch. The transmission will automatically
switch back to Normal Mode.
• When the selector lever is in Manual Mode,
shift to the next higher gear by pulling the “+” paddle shift cont\
rol switch on the steering
wheel. Pull the “–” paddle shift control switch to shift into the next lower gear.
Manual Shifting Operation
Arrow-shaped lights in the center of the instrument panel show whether an u\
pshift is possible
and whether a downshift is possible.
Instrument Panel Switches (lower left)
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for details on these switches.
1. Steering Responsive Headlights OFF switch
(if equipped)
2.
Traction Mode / Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch
3.
Blind Spot Detection / Rear Cross Traffic Alert OFF switch
(if equipped)
4.
Power rear gate switch (if equipped)
5.
Rear gate memory switch (if equipped)
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Automatic Transmission Shift Mode
The automatic transmission gives you ultimate control with two different driving
modes: Normal Mode and Low Mode.
Normal Mode
When the selector lever is in the “D” (Drive) position, the tran\
smission is in
Normal shift mode. The shift position indicator on the instrument panel \
shows
“D”, and the transmission automatically shifts into a suitable for\
ward gear.
Low Mode
Low Mode is for using engine braking when going down hill, etc. Moving t\
he
selector lever left into the low gate
1 from the “D” (Drive) position causes the
transmission to change into Low Mode. The shift position indicator shows\
“L”
as the selected gear position.
While
Operating
X-MODE® (if equipped)
X-MODE® is the integrated
control system of the
engine, AWD and Vehicle
Dynamics Control system.
Press the X-MODE button
to activate. Press it again
to deactivate. Please refer
to your Owner’s Manual for
operational parameters and
details about this feature.
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Safety/In Case of Emergency
Child Restraint System
For maximum safety, first carefully read the LATCH system instructions from the device
manufacturer, as well as the installation instructions in your Owner’s Manual, to properly
install the LATCH compatible restraint system. Use the appropriate seatbelts or anchorages
provided in your vehicle. Children age 12 and under must properly occupy the rear seat at
all times.
Child Safety Locks
The child safety locks are located on the inside edges of the rear doors. In the locked
position, the rear doors can only be opened from the outside.
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Location of
Spare Tire and Jack
A jack and other maintenance tools
are stored in the tool bucket in the
center of the spare tire, located in
the trunk or cargo area. Raise the
center lid and remove the bucket
from the center of the spare tire. Take
the jack out of the bucket. The jack
handle is stowed on the back of the
center lid of the cargo area.
Emergency Towing Your
All-Wheel Drive Vehicle
Since Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel
Drive distributes engine power to
all four wheels, improper towing
will severely damage your AWD
system. A flatbed truck is the only
recommended way to properly
transport your AWD vehicle. If towing
is necessary, it is best done by your
Subaru Retailer or a commercial
towing service.
Subaru Roadside
Assistance
Subaru Roadside Assistance is free
and standard on every 2018 Subaru
vehicle. Coverage is automatic; there
are no forms to complete. Subaru
Roadside Assistance is available
anytime during the 3-year/36,000-mile
Subaru Limited Warranty, whichever
comes first.* A Subaru Roadside
Assistance decal has been affixed to
the driver’s door window.
Subaru Roadside Assistance:
1-800-261-2155
Exclusions
Specifically excluded from Subaru
Roadside Assistance coverage are
service requests or claims resulting
from: accidents, vandalism, acts of
God, violation of any laws, misuse and
abuse, or vehicle modifications not
recommended by the manufacturer.
*See your Retailer for details.
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Additional Information
Fuel
• 2.5 liter DOHC Non-turbo models use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of
87 AKI or higher. Consult the Owner’s Manual for more detailed information.
• 2.0 liter DOHC Turbo model’s engine is designed to operate at maximum performance
using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 93 AKI or higher. If 93 AKI fuel is
not readily available, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or h\
igher may
be temporarily used. However, you may notice a slight decrease in maximum engine
performance while using 91 AKI fuel.
Regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher may \
also be
used. Using regular unleaded gasoline will not be detrimental to engine durability, nor
will it affect your warranty coverage. However, depending on your driving habits and
conditions, you may notice a decrease in maximum engine performance, fuel economy
or slight engine vibration or knocking. It is not recommended to use 87 AKI when towing.
Consult the Owner’s Manual for more detailed information.
Fuel Capacity
• 15.9 US gal (60 liters, 13.2 lmp gal)
• When the low fuel indicator light is displayed on the instrument panel, \
approximately
2.6 US gallons (10.0 liters, 2.2 Imp gal) of fuel remain.
• If you have recently fueled your vehicle, the Check Engine light on the instrument pa\
nel
may stay on due to a missing or loose fuel filler cap (the cap should\
be tightened until
a click is heard).
Fuel Filler Lid Release
The fuel filler lid release is located on the floor to the left of the driver’s seat. To open the fuel
filler lid, pull the fuel filler lever up and release.
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Engine Oil
Use only the following oils:
• ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mar\
k
(Starburst mark).
• Or API classification SN with the words “RESOURCE CONSERVING”.
- 2.5 liter DOHC Non-turbo models use 0W-20 synthetic, replacement
interval 6,000 miles under normal driving conditions. No requirement at
the first 3,000 miles.
- 2.0 liter DOHC Turbo models use 5W-30 synthetic, replacement interval
6,000 miles under normal driving conditions. No requirement at the first
3,000 miles.
Engine Oil Capacity
• 2.5 liter DOHC Non-turbo models: 5.1 US qt (4.8 liters, 4.2 lmp qt)
• 2.0 liter DOHC Turbo models: 5.4 US qt (5.1 liters, 4.5 lmp qt)
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Engine Compartment
Additional
Information
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for more information.
2.5i Engine
Note: Callouts apply to both engines.
1. Air Cleaner Element
2. Engine Oil Dipstick
3. Radiator Cap
4. Engine Oil Filter
5. Engine Oil Filler Cap 6.
Engine Coolant Reservoir
7. Windshield Washer Tank
8. Battery
9. Main Fuse Box
10. Brake Fluid Reservoir
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9
3
8
6
7
10
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2.0 XT Engine
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9
3
8
6
7
10
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