ESP SUBARU IMPREZA WRX STI 2012 User Guide
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Front Hood and Hood ScoopDue to the lightweight material, a slight vibration 
is normal at higher speeds and will not affect the 
durability of the hood. To avoid deforming the 
front hood when closing, do not press down 
on the hood with your hands. You can release 
your hold on the front hood approximately 
12 inches above the closing position and  its 
weight should cause it to close securely.
 
Driver Control Center 
Differential (DCCD) 
(Impreza WRX STI only)This system adjusts the torque-distribution 
ratio between the front and rear wheels 
of the center differential to suit driving and 
road surface conditions. The DCCD can be 
operated automatically or manually. When 
the system is in the automatic mode, the 
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switch located on the center console. Use the DCCD 
control switch located beside the parking brake lever for 
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using the system manually, if the control switch is set 
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make a vibration or noise when the vehicle is in  
tight turns at slow speeds (torque binding). In addition, if the rear differential oil 
exceeds a certain temperature, the DCCD will automatically cancel the current  
torque-distribution ratio setting and adopt its minimum ratio.
 
Front Fender VentsThe front fender has functional side vents that increase 
air flow through the engine compartment. This provides 
additional cooling for the intercooler and engine. 
 
Limited Slip Differential  
(Impreza WRX STI only)The Limited Slip Differential (LSD) provides optimum distribution of power according to 
the difference in revolution between the right and left rear wheels that may be caused 
by certain driving conditions, thereby improving driving stability on snow-covered, 
muddy or other slippery roads or during high speed driving. Due to the nature of this 
mechanical Limited Slip Differential, the rear differential gears may make a vibration  
and/or noise when making turns. When servicing the LSD, use only specified gear oil.   
TiresThe factory-fitted tires on your vehicle are summer 
tires. Summer tires are high-speed capability tires 
best suited for highway driving under dry conditions. 
Summer tires are inadequate for driving on slippery 
roads, such as on snow-covered or icy roads. If you drive your vehicle on 
snow-covered or icy roads, we 
strongly recommend the use 
of winter (snow) tires for all four 
wheels. Please note that these 
originally equipped summer 
tires offer advanced grip 
performance and will wear out 
quicker than ordinary tires.
WRX STI
WRX 
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1. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir  Check your power steering fluid level 
monthly. The power steering fluid expands 
greatly as its temperature rises and 
the fluid level differs according to fluid 
temperature. Therefore, the reservoir tank 
has two different checking ranges for 
hot and cold fluid. Please refer to your 
Owner’s Manual for details.
2. Air Cleaner Element  This element filters intake air. Follow the 
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necessary, replace this element with a 
genuine Subaru air cleaner.
3. Radiator Cap  If your engine overheats, safely pull off the 
road and stop your vehicle in a safe place. 
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until the engine has been shut off and has 
fully cooled down. If steam is coming from 
the engine compartment, turn the engine 
off and move everyone away from the 
vehicle until it cools. Please refer to your 
Owner’s Manual for details. 4. Intercooler 
The intercooler is positioned behind 
the throttle body to cool intake air and 
improve supercharging efficiency. (Intake 
air passing through the turbocharger gets 
very warm, which could result in lower 
supercharging efficiency.) To prevent 
damage to this important system, avoid 
placing tools and other objects on  
the intercooler.
5. Engine Oil Level Gauge  Check the engine oil level at each fuel 
stop. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, 
and insert it again. Pull it out and check 
the oil level. If it’s below the lower level, 
add oil to bring the level up to the 
upper level. (Use only engine oil of the 
recommended grade and viscosity.  
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual  
for oil recommendations and other 
important details.) 6. Engine Coolant Reservoir 
Check your coolant level at each 
fuel stop. Observe the coolant 
level on the outside of the reservoir 
while the engine is cool. If the level 
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tank is empty, remove the radiator 
cap and refill as required. Please 
refer to your Owner’s Manual for 
details.
7. Engine Oil Filler Cap  Change your oil according to 
the maintenance schedule in 
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changed more frequently when you 
drive on dusty roads, frequently 
make short trips, or when you drive 
in extremely cold weather.
8. Brake Fluid Reservoir  Check your brake fluid level 
monthly. Observe the fluid level on 
the outside of the reservoir. If the 
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mark. Use only brake fluid from  
a sealed container.
9. Battery  When your vehicle does not start 
due to a battery that has run down, 
the vehicle may be jump-started by 
connecting your battery to another 
battery with jumper cables.      Jump-starting is dangerous if 
done incorrectly. Please refer 
to your Owner’s Manual for 
instructions. If you’re unsure  
about how to jump-start your 
vehicle, please consult a 
competent mechanic.
10. Windshield Washer Tank     It’s a good idea to check your washer fluid every time you stop 
for fuel. If the level is low, fill the 
windshield washer tank to the  
neck of the reservoir with 
windshield washer fluid. In cold 
weather, use a freeze resistant 
windshield washer fluid.
11. Main Fuse Box     Your Impreza WRX has two fuse boxes. One is located under the 
instrument panel, behind the 
fuse box cover on the driver’s 
seat side. The other is housed 
in your engine compartment, as 
shown here. Fuses are designed 
to melt during an overload 
situation in order to prevent 
damage to the wiring harness and 
electrical equipment. If any lights, 
accessories or electrical controls 
fail to operate properly, inspect 
the corresponding fuse. If it has 
blown, replace it in accordance 
with the instructions in your 
Owner’s Manual. The fuse puller 
and spare fuses are located  
in the main fuse box in the  
engine compartment.  
  
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1. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir  Check your power steering fluid level 
monthly. The power steering fluid expands 
greatly as its temperature rises and 
the fluid level differs according to fluid 
temperature. Therefore, the reservoir tank 
has two different checking ranges for 
hot and cold fluid. Please refer to your 
Owner’s Manual for details.
2. Air Cleaner Element  This element filters intake air. Follow the 
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necessary, replace this element with a 
genuine Subaru air cleaner.
3. Radiator Cap  If your engine overheats, safely pull off the 
road and stop your vehicle in a safe place. 
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until the engine has been shut off and has 
fully cooled down. If steam is coming from 
the engine compartment, turn the engine 
off and move everyone away from the 
vehicle until it cools. Please refer to your 
Owner’s Manual for details. 4. Intercooler 
The intercooler is positioned behind 
the throttle body to cool intake air and 
improve supercharging efficiency. (Intake 
air passing through the turbocharger gets 
very warm, which could result in lower 
supercharging efficiency.) To prevent 
damage to this important system, avoid 
placing tools and other objects on  
the intercooler.
5. Engine Oil Level Gauge  Check the engine oil level at each fuel 
stop. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, 
and insert it again. Pull it out and check 
the oil level. If it’s below the lower level, 
add oil to bring the level up to the 
upper level. (Use only engine oil of the 
recommended grade and viscosity.  
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual  
for oil recommendations and other 
important details.) 6. Engine Coolant Reservoir 
Check your coolant level at each 
fuel stop. Observe the coolant 
level on the outside of the reservoir 
while the engine is cool. If the level 
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tank is empty, remove the radiator 
cap and refill as required. Please 
refer to your Owner’s Manual for 
details.
7. Engine Oil Filler Cap  Change your oil according to 
the maintenance schedule in 
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changed more frequently when you 
drive on dusty roads, frequently 
make short trips, or when you drive 
in extremely cold weather.
8. Brake Fluid Reservoir  Check your brake fluid level 
monthly. Observe the fluid level on 
the outside of the reservoir. If the 
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add the recommended brake fluid 
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mark. Use only brake fluid from  
a sealed container.
9. Battery  When your vehicle does not start 
due to a battery that has run down, 
the vehicle may be jump-started by 
connecting your battery to another 
battery with jumper cables.      Jump-starting is dangerous if 
done incorrectly. Please refer 
to your Owner’s Manual for 
instructions. If you’re unsure about 
how to jump-start your vehicle, 
please consult a competent 
mechanic.
10. Windshield Washer Tank     It’s a good idea to check your washer fluid every time you stop 
for fuel. If the level is low, fill the 
windshield washer tank to the  
neck of the reservoir with 
windshield washer fluid. In cold 
weather, use a freeze resistant 
windshield washer fluid.
11. Main Fuse Box     Your Impreza WRX STI has two fuse boxes. One is located under 
the instrument panel, behind  
the fuse box cover on the driver’s 
seat side. The other is housed 
in your engine compartment, as 
shown here. Fuses are designed 
to melt during an overload 
situation in order to prevent 
damage to the wiring harness and 
electrical equipment. If any lights, 
accessories or electrical controls 
fail to operate properly, inspect 
the corresponding fuse. If it has 
blown, replace it in accordance 
with the instructions in your 
Owner’s Manual. The fuse puller 
and spare fuses are located in  
the main fuse box in the  
engine compartment.    
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30Safety / In Case of EmergencyChild 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.
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.
Internal Child Safety  
Trunk Release with  
Self-Illuminating Handle  (4-Door only)
 
In the event that children or adults become 
locked inside the trunk, this luminescent 
handle allows them to open the lid from inside 
the trunk. To open, simply pull the yellow 
handle downward as indicated by the arrow 
on the handle, and then push up on the lid.
Towing Your All-Wheel Drive Vehicle
 
Since 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 dealer or a commercial towing service.
Subaru Roadside Assistance
 
Subaru Roadside Assistance is free and standard on every 2011 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 Lim\
ited 
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, or vehicle modifications not recommended by the manufacturer.
*See your dealer for details.
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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Fuel
 
   
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  V T F  Q S F N J V N  V O M F B E F E  H B T P M J O F  X J U I  B O   P D U B O F  S B U J O H  P G     " , *  P S  I J H I F S   * G     " , *  G V F M  J T  O P U  S F B E J M Z 
available in your area, premium unleaded gasoline with an octane 
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or driveability. However, you may notice a slight decrease in 
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   t   8 I F O  U I F  M P X  G V F M  J O E J D B U P S  M J H I U  J T  E J T Q M B Z F E  P O   the instrument panel, approximately 2.6 US gallons  
(10.0 liters, or 2.2 Imp gal) of fuel remain.
   t   * G  Z P V  I B W F  S F D F O U M Z  G V F M F E  Z P V S  W F I J D M F 
  U I F  D I F D L     engine light on the instrument panel may stay on due    
to a missing or loose fuel filler cap (the cap should be    
tightened until a click is heard).
Engine Oil Use only the following oils:
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  S F Q M B D F N F O U  J O U F S W B M   
     N J M F T   O P  requirement at the first 3,000 miles.
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The SRS airbag deploys with
considerable speed and force
and can injure or even kill chil-
dren, especially if they are 12
years of age and under and are
not restrained or improperly re-
strained. Because children are
lighter and weaker than adults,
their risk of being injured from
deployment is greater.
. 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.
. Always turn the child safety locks
to the “LOCK” position when
children sit in the rear seat.
Serious injury could result if a
child accidentally opens the door
and falls out. Refer to “Child
safety locks ”F 2-20.
. Always lock the passenger ’s win-
dows using the lock switch when
children are riding in the vehicle.
Failure to follow this procedure
could result in injury to a child
operating the power window. Re-
fer to “Windows ”F 2-20. .
Never leave unattended children,
adults or animals in the vehicle.
They could accidentally injure
themselves or others through
inadvertent operation of the ve-
hicle. Also, on hot or sunny days,
temperature in a closed vehicle
could quickly become high en-
ough to cause severe or possibly
fatal injuries to them.
. Help prevent children, adults or
animals from locking themselves
in the trunk. On hot or sunny
days, the temperature in the
trunk could quickly become high
enough to cause death or serious
heat-related injuries including
brain damage to anyone locked
inside, particularly for small chil-
dren.
. When leaving the vehicle, either
close all windows and lock all
doors. Also make certain that the
trunk is closed.
For instructions and precautions, carefully
read the following sections.
. For the seatbelt system, refer to “Seat-
belts ”F 1-11.
. For the child restraint system, refer to
“Child restraint systems ”F 1-21. .
For the SRS airbag system, refer to
“ *SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint
System airbag) ”F 1-34.
& Engine exhaust gas (carbon
monoxide)
WARNING
. Never inhale engine exhaust gas.
Engine exhaust gas contains
carbon monoxide, a colorless
and odorless gas which is dan-
gerous, or even lethal, if inhaled.
. Always properly maintain the en-
gine exhaust system to prevent
engine exhaust gas from enter-
ing the vehicle.
. Never run the engine in a closed
space, such as a garage, except
for the brief time needed to drive
the vehicle in or out of it.
. Avoid remaining in a parked
vehicle for a lengthy time while
the engine is running. If that is
unavoidable, then use the venti-
lation fan to force fresh air into
the vehicle.
. Always keep the front ventilator
inlet grille free from snow, leaves
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Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
Front seats
WARNING
. Never adjust the seat while driv-
ing to avoid loss of vehicle con-
trol and personal injury.
. Before adjusting the seat, make
sure the hands and feet of rear
seat passengers and cargo are
clear of the adjusting mechan-
ism.
. After adjusting the seat, push it
slightly to make sure it is se-
curely locked. If the seat is not
securely locked, it may move or
the seatbelt may not operate
properly.
. Do not put objects under the front
seats. They may interfere with
front seat locking and cause an
accident.
. Seatbelts provide maximum re-
straint when the occupant sits
well back and upright in the seat.
To reduce the risk of sliding
under the seatbelt in a collision,
the front seatbacks should be
always used in the upright posi-
tion while the vehicle is running.
If the front seatbacks are not used in the upright position in a
collision, the risk of sliding under
the lap belt and of the lap belt
sliding up over the abdomen will
increase, and both can result in
serious internal injury or death.
. The SRS airbags deploy with
considerable speed and force.
Occupants who are out of proper
position when the SRS airbag
deploys could suffer very serious
injuries. Because the SRS airbag
needs enough space for deploy-
ment, the driver should always
sit upright and well back in the
seat as far from the steering
wheel as practical while still
maintaining full vehicle control
and the front passenger should
move the seat as far back as
possible and sit upright and well
back in the seat.
WARNING
Put children aged 12 and under in
the rear seat properly restrained at
all times. The SRS airbag deploys
with considerable speed and force
and can injure or even kill children,
especially if they are 12 years of age
and under and are not restrained or
improperly restrained. Because chil-
dren are lighter and weaker than
adults, their risk of being injured
from deployment is greater. For that
reason, we strongly recommend
that ALL children (including those
in child seats and those that have
outgrown child restraint devices) sit
in the REAR seat properly re-
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1) When not used (lowest position)
2) When used (click position)1) Head restraint
2) Release button
To raise:
Pull the head restraint up.
To lower:
Push the head restraint down while
pressing the release button on the top of
the seatback.
To remove:
While pressing the release button, pull out
the head restraint.
To install:
Install the head restraint into the holes that
are located on the top of the seatback until
the head restraint locks.
When the rear-center seating position is
occupied, raise the head restraint to an
appropriate position depending on your
sitting height. When the rear center seat-
ing position is not occupied, lower the
head restraint to improve rearward visibi-
lity.& Folding down the rear seat-
back
WARNING
. After returning the rear seatback
to its original position, be certain
to place all of the seatbelts and
the tab attached to the seat
cushion above the seat cushion. And make certain that the
shoulder belts are fully visible.
. Never allow passengers to ride
on the folded rear seatback or in
the cargo area or trunk. Doing so
may result in serious injury or
death.
. Secure all objects and especially
long items properly to prevent
them from being thrown around
inside the vehicle and causing
serious injury during a sudden
stop, a sudden steering maneu-
ver or a rapid acceleration.
! 4-door models
1. Lower the head restraints.
2. Unlock the seatback by pulling the
Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
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Seatbelts& Seatbelt safety tips
WARNING
. All persons in the vehicle should
fasten their seatbelts BEFORE
the vehicle starts to move. Other-
wise, the possibility of serious
injury becomes greater in the
event of a sudden stop or acci-
dent.
. All belts should fit snugly in order
to provide full restraint. Loose
fitting belts are not as effective in
preventing or reducing injury.
. Each seatbelt is designed to
support only one person. Never
use a single belt for two or more
persons –even children. Other-
wise, in an accident, serious
injury or death could result.
. Replace all seatbelt assemblies
including retractors and attach-
ing hardware worn by occupants
of a vehicle that has been in a
serious accident. The entire as-
sembly should be replaced even
if damage is not obvious.
. Put children aged 12 and under in the rear seat properly restrained
at all times. The SRS airbag
deploys with considerable speed
and force and can injure or even
kill children, especially if they are
12 years of age and under and
are not restrained or improperly
restrained. Because children are
lighter and weaker than adults,
their risk of being injured from
deployment is greater. For that
reason, we strongly recommend
that ALL children (including
those in child seats and those
that have outgrown child re-
straint 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 height
and weight.
Secure ALL types of child re-
straint devices (including for-
ward facing child seats) 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 seating
positions than in the front seat-
ing positions. For instructions
and precautions concerning the
child restraint system, refer to
“
Child restraint systems ”F 1-21.
Your vehicle is equipped with a crash
sensing and diagnostic module, which will
record the use of the seatbelt by the front
passenger when any of the SRS frontal,
side and curtain airbags deploy.
! Infants or small children
Use a child restraint system that is
suitable for your vehicle. Refer to “Child
restraint systems ”F 1-21.
! Children
If a child is too big for a child restraint
system, the child should sit in the rear seat
and be restrained using the seatbelts.
According to accident statistics, children
are safer when properly restrained in the
rear seating positions than in the front
seating positions. Never allow a child to
stand up or kneel on the seat.
If the shoulder portion of the belt crosses
the face or neck, adjust the shoulder belt
anchor height (window-side seating posi-
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北米Model "A1130BE-A" EDITED: 2011/ 6/ 7
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Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags
! Rear center seatbelt on 5-door
models1) Center seatbelt tongue plate
2) Connector (tongue)
3) Connector (buckle)
4) Center seatbelt buckle
WARNING
Fastening the seatbelt with the web-
bing twisted can increase the risk or
severity of injury in an accident.
When fastening the belt after it is
pulled out from the retractor, espe-
cially when inserting the connec-
tor’s tongue plate into the mating
buckle (on right-hand side), always
check that the webbing is not
twisted.
WARNING
Be sure to fasten both tongue plates
to the respective buckles. If the
seatbelt is used only as a shoulder
belt (with the connector ’s tongue
plate not fastened to the connec-
tor ’s buckle on the right-hand side),
it cannot properly restrain the wear-
er in position in an accident, possi-
bly resulting in serious injury or
death.The rear center seatbelt is stowed in the
seatbelt holder on the right side of the
cargo area.
1. Remove the tongue plate from the belt
holder and pull out the seatbelt slowly.