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In case of emergency
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3. Secure the vehicle onto the carrier properly with safety chains. Each of safety chain should be
equally tightened and care must be taken not to pull
the chains so tightly that the suspension bottomsout.
CAUTION
If your vehicle has a front underspoiler and rear underspoiler (both optional), be carefulnot to scrape them when placing the vehicleon the carrier and when removing the vehicle
from the carrier.
Towing with all wheels on the ground
HG9001AA
1. Check the transmission and differential oil levels
and add oil to bring it to the upper level if necessary.
2. Release the parking brake and put the transmis-sion in neutral.
3. The ignition switch should be in the “ACC” posi-
tion while the vehicle is being towed.
4. Take up slack in the towline slowly to prevent
damage to the vehicle.
WARNING
Never turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”
position while the vehicle is being towed be-
cause the steering wheel and the direction ofthe wheels will be locked. Remember that the brake booster and pow-
er steering do not function when the engine is not running. Because the engine is turned off,
it will take greater effort to operate the brakepedal and steering wheel.

In case of emergency
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Jack and jack handle
HGS042BA
The jack is stored on the left side of the trunk or
cargo area.
To take out the jack, turn the jackscrew counter-
clockwise to loosen it, then remove the jack.
HGF014BB
Sedan
1) Jack
2) Jack handle 3) Spare tire

Appearance care
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the mats to make sure the area is dry.
Keep your garage dry. Do not park your vehicle in adamp, poorly ventilated garage. In such a garage,
corrosion can be caused by dampness. If you washthe vehicle in the garage or put the vehicle into the
garage when wet or covered with snow, that can cause dampness.
If your vehicle is operated in cold weather and/or in
areas where road salts and other corrosive materials
are used, the door hinges and locks, trunk lid lock,
and hood latch should be inspected and lubricated
periodically. Cleaning the interior
Use a vacuum cleaner to get rid of the dust and dirt.
Wipe the vinyl areas with a clean, damp cloth.
Seat fabric
Remove loose dirt, dust or debris with a vacuum
cleaner. If the dirt is caked on the fabric or hard to
remove with a vacuum cleaner, use a soft blush then vacuum it.
Wipe the fabric surface with a tightly wrung cloth
and dry the seat fabric thoroughly. If the fabric is still
dirty, wipe using a solution of mild soap and luke-
warm water then dry thoroughly.
If the stain does not come out, try a commercially-
available fabric cleaner. Use the cleaner on a hid-
den place and make sure it does not affect the fab-
ric adversely. Use the cleaner according to itsinstructions. Leather seat materials
The leather used by SUBARU is a high quality natu-
ral product which will retain its distinctive appear-
ance and feel for many years with proper care.
Allowing dust or road dirt to build up on the surfacecan cause the material to become brittle and to

Maintenance and service
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HGB000BA
2. Release the secondary hood release located
under the front grille by moving the lever toward theleft.
HBB003BA
Lift up the hood, release the hood prop from its
retainer and put the end of the hood prop into theslot in the hood.
To close the hood:
1. Lift the hood slightly and remove the hood prop
from the slot in the hood and return the prop to its
retainer.
2. Lower the hood until it approaches about 6 in.
(15 cm) from the closed position and let it drop.
3. After closing the hood, be sure the hood is
securely locked.
If this does not close the hood, release it from a
slightly higher position. Do not push the hood forci-
bly to close it. It could deform the metal.
WARNING
Always check that the hood is properly locked before you start driving. If it is not, it might flyopen while the vehicle is moving and block
your view, which may cause an accident and
serious bodily injury.

Maintenance and service
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CAUTION
If you continue to drive despite the scraping noise from the audible brake pad wear indica-
tor, it will result in the need for costly brake rotor repair or replacement.
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings
When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only
genuine SUBARU parts. After replacement, the new
parts must be broken in as follows:
Brake pad and lining
While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 mph (50 to 65
km/h), step on the brake pedal lightly. Repeat this
five or more times.
Parking brake lining
1. Drive the vehicle at a speed of about 22 mph (35km/h).
2. With the parking brake release button pushed in,
pull the parking brake lever SLOWLY and GENTLY.
(Pulling with a force of approximately 33 lb [147 N,15 kg].)
3. Drive the vehicle for about 220 yards (200 me- ters) in this condition. 4. Wait 5 to 10 minutes for the parking brake to cool
down. Repeat this procedure.
5. Check the parking brake stroke. If the parking
brake stroke is out of the specified range, adjust it
by turning the adjusting nut located on the parking
brake lever.
Parking brake stroke: 7 – 8 notches / 44 lb (196 N, 20 kg)
WARNING
A safe location and situation should be se- lected for break-in driving.
CAUTION
Pulling the parking brake lever too forcefully
may cause the rear wheels to lock. To avoid
this, be certain to pull the lever up slowly and
gently.

Maintenance and service
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HS0191
1) Metal support
3. Grasp the locked end of the blade rubber as-
sembly and pull it firmly until the stoppers on the
rubber are free of the metal support.
HS0192
1) Metal spines
4. If the new blade rubber is not provided with two
metal spines, remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and install them in the new blade rub-
ber.

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HS0193
5. Align the claws of the metal support with the
grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber as-
sembly into the metal support until it locks.
HS0194
1) Stopper
Be sure to position the claws at the end of the metal
support between the stoppers on the rubber as
shown. If the rubber is not retained properly, the wiper blade may scratch the windshield.
6. Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper
arm. Make sure that it locks in place.
7. Lower the wiper arm.

Maintenance and service
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HB8003CA
The other one is housed in the engine compartment.
HS0208
1) Fuse puller 2) Spare fuse
The fuse puller and spare fuses are stored in the main fuse box cover in the engine compartment.
If any lights, accessories or other electrical controls
do not operate, inspect the corresponding fuse. If a
fuse has blown, replace it.
HS0204
A) Good B) Blown
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position
and turn off all electrical accessories.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Determine which fuse may be blown. The backside of each fuse box cover and the “Fuse and cir-
cuits” section in chapter 12 in this manual show the
circuit for each fuse.

Maintenance and service
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HGB021BB
1) Push 2) Pull
1. Disconnect the electrical connector while press-
ing the lock release tab.
HGB022BA
2. Remove the bulb holder from the headlight as-
sembly by turning it counterclockwise.
HGB023BA
3. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly.
4. Install the new bulb.
5. Install the bulb holder in the headlight assembly
by turning it clockwise until it locks.
6. Reconnect the electrical connector.

Maintenance and service
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Front turn signal light and parking light
HGB007CB
1) Front turn signal light
2) Parking light
Front turn signal light bulbs
HGB009BA
1. Remove the bulb socket from the headlight as-
sembly by turning it counterclockwise.
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb.
3. Set the bulb socket into the headlight assembly
and turn it clockwise until it locks.
Parking light bulbs
The headlight assembly must be removed before
the parking light bulbs can be replaced. When the
headlight assembly has been removed and then re-
installed, it may become necessary to make a head-
light aiming adjustment. It may be difficult to replace
the bulbs. Have your SUBARU dealer replace the
bulbs if necessary.