seat adjustment SUBARU IMPREZA WRX 2003 2.G Owners Manual

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Front seats 1-2
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Fore and aft adjustment 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Reclining the seatback 1-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat cushion height adjustment
(driver’ s seat) 1-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head restraint adjustment 1-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat heater (if equipped) 1-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seats 1-8
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Armrest (if equipped) 1-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headrest adjustment – Wagon 1-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Folding down the rear seat – Wagon 1-11 . . . . . . . . . . .
Seatbelts 1-12
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Seatbelt safety tips 1-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) 1-14 . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) 1-14
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Seatbelt warning light and chime 1-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fastening the seatbelt 1-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seatbelt maintenance 1-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front seatbelt pretensioners 1-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System monitors 1-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System servicing 1-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Precautions against vehicle modification 1-30 . . . . .
Child restraint systems 1-31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing child restraint systems with seatbelt 1-34
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Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages 1-36 . . . . . . . . . Top tether anchorages 1-39
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SRS airbag
(Supplemental Restraint System airbag) 1-42 .
Vehicle with driver ’s and front passenger ’s
SRS airbags and lap/shoulder restraints 1-42 . . . .
SRS frontal airbag 1-46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS side airbag (if equipped) 1-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS airbag system monitors 1-63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS airbag system servicing 1-64 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Precautions against vehicle modification 1-66 . . . . .
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
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restraint devices) sit in the REAR seat properly
restrained at all times in a child restraint device
or in a seatbelt, whichever is appropriate for
the child’s age, height and weight. Secure ALL
types of child restraint devices (including for-
ward facing child seat) in the REAR seats at all times.
NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD
SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD
BY PLACING THE CHILD ’S HEAD TOO CLOSE
TO THE SRS AIRBAG.
According to accident statistics, children are
safer when properly restrained in the rear seat-
ing positions than in the front seating posi-
tions. For instructions and precautions con-
cerning child restraint systems, see the “Child
restraint systems ” section in this chapter.
Fore and aft adjustment
Pull the lever upward and slide the seat to the de-
sired position. Then release the lever and move the
seat back and forth to make sure that it is securelylocked into place.

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
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Seat cushion height adjustment
(driver’ s seat)
1) When the lever is pushed down, the seat is lowered.
2) When the lever is pulled up, the seat rises.
The height of the seat can be adjusted by moving the seat cushion adjustment lever up and down.
Head restraint adjustment
To raise the head restraint, pull it up.
To lower it, push the head restraint down while
pressing the release button on the top of the seat-back.
The head restraint should be adjusted so that the
center of the head restraint is closest to the top of the occupant ’s ears.

Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
1-10
objects can interfere with the driver’s proper
operation of the car, possibly causing an acci-
dent and serious injury. Headrest adjustment – Wagon
To raise the headrest, pull it up. To lower it, push the
head rest down while depressing the release buttonon the top of the seatback.
When the seats are not occupied, lower the head-
rests to improve rearward visibility.

Starting and operating
7-8
mination is observed, there is no stored diagnostic
trouble codes, and the OBD system readiness moni-
tors are complete. A vehicle fails
the OBD inspection if the “CHECK
ENGINE ” warning light/MIL is not properly operating
or there is one or more diagnostic trouble codes
stored in vehicle ’s computer with the “CHECK
ENGINE ” warning light/MIL illuminated.
A state emission inspection may reject (not pass
or fail) a vehicle if the number of OBD system readi- ness monitors “Not Ready ” is greater than three.
Under this condition, the vehicle operator should be instructed to drive his/her vehicle for a few days to
set the monitors and return for an emission re-in-spection. Owners of rejected or failing vehicles should con-
tact their Subaru Dealer for service. Preparing to drive
You should perform the following checks and adjust-
ments every day before you start driving.
1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and lights are
clean and unobstructed.
2. Check the appearance and condition of the tires.
Also check tires for proper inflation.
3. Look under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
4. Check that the hood, trunk and rear gate are fullyclosed.
5. Check the adjustment of the seat.
6. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside
mirrors.
7. Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your passen-gers have fastened their seatbelts.
8. Check the operation of the warning and indicator
lights when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON”
position.
9. Check the gauges, indicator and warning lights
after starting the engine. NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer
fluid and other fluid levels should be checked
daily, weekly or at fuel stops.

Index
14-4
Door locks 2-3
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Door open warning lights 3-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drive belts 11-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving
Drinking 9
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Drugs 9
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Foreign countries 8-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mobile phone 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pets 11
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Tired or sleepy 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips 7-13, 8-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Snowy and icy roads 8-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
E
Electrical system 12-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) 1-14 . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Compartment overview 11-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant 11-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) 8, 8-3 . . . . . . . . . . .
Hood 11-5
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Oil 11-10
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Overheating 9-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting 7-9
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Stopping 7-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exterior care 10-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F
Flat tires
9-5
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Floor mat 6-13
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Fluid level Automatic transmission 11-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Brake 11-34
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Clutch 11-35
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Power steering 11-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fog light switch 3-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Folding down the rear seat 1-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fore and aft adjustment 1-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front
Differential gear oil 11-29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fog light 11-68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seatbelt pretensioners 1-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats 1-2
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Side marker light 11-69 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn signal light and parking light 11-64 . . . . . . . . . .
Front-wheel drive warning light 3-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel 7-2
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Economy hints 8-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Filler lid and cap 7-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Gauge 3-8
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Requirements 7-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuses 11-56
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Fuses and circuits 12-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Index
14-5
G
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) 8-17. . . . . . . . . . . .
Glovebox 6-5
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GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ) 8-17 . . . . . . . .
H
Hazard warning flasher 3-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlights 3-16
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Headrest adjustment (Wagon) 1-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head restraint adjustment (Front) 1-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heater operation 4-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High beam indicator light 3-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High mount stop light 11-74 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Horn 3-32
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Hose and connections 11-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
I
Ignition switch 3-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Illuminated entry 2-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Illumination brightness control 3-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inside mirror 3-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator light High beam 3-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift position 3-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turn signal 3-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Internal trunk lid release handle 2-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J
Jack and jack handle 9-24
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Jump starting 9-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
KKey Interlock release 3-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Number 2-2
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Reminder chime 3-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Keys 2-2
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L
Leather seat materials 10-5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light control switch 3-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Limited slip differential (LSD) 7-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading your vehicle 8-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
LSD (Limited slip differential) 7-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
M
Main fuse 11-59
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Maintenance
Precautions 11-3
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Schedule 11-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tools 9-23
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Seatbelt 1-27
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Manual transmission 7-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Index
14-7
Spark plugs 11-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote keyless entry system 2-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacement Brake pad and lining 11-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield wiper blades 11-50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing bulbs 11-61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cargo area light 11-73 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Doom light 11-73 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front fog light 11-68 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front turn signal light 11-64 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front side marker light 11-69 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlight 11-62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High mount stop light 11-74 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
License plate light 11-72 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Map light 11-73 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking light 11-64 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear combination light 11-70 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trunk light 11-74 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing
Lost transmitters (keyless entry system) 2-10 . .
Air cleaner element 11-20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery (remote keyless entry system) 2-8 . . . . .
Rocking the vehicle 8-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roof rail and crossbar 8-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
S Seatbelt 6
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Pretensioners 1-27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety tips 1-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning light and chime 1-15, 3-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seatbelts 1-12
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Seat Cushion height adjustment (driver ’s seat) 1-5 .
Fabric 10-5
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Heater 1-6
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Security system 2-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selector lever 7-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift lock release 7-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift position indicator 3-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Side ventilators 4-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Snow tires 8-13
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Sounding a panic alarm 2-8, 2-17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark plugs 11-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 12-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speedometer 3-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) 6, 1-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS airbag system warning light 3-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS frontal airbag 1-46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SRS side airbag 1-55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting the engine 7-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
State emission testing (U.S. only) 7-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stopping the engine 7-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .