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Starting and operating/Preparing to drive
.A vehiclefails the OBDII inspection if
the“CHECK ENGINE”warning light is not
properly operating (light is illuminated or is
not working due to a burned out bulb) or
there is one or more diagnostic trouble
codes stored in the vehicle’s computer.
.A state emission inspection may reject
(not pass or fail) a vehicle if the number of
OBDII system readiness monitors“NOT
READY”is greater than one. If the
vehicle’s battery has been recently re-
placed or disconnected, the OBDII system
inspection may indicate that the vehicle is
not ready for the emission test. Under this
condition, the vehicle driver should be
instructed to drive his/her vehicle for a few
days to reset the readiness monitors and
return for an emission re-inspection.
.Owners of rejected or failing vehicles
should contact their SUBARU Dealer for
service.
Some states still use dynamometers in
their emission inspection program. A
dynamometer is a treadmill or roller-like
testing device that allows your vehicle’s
wheels to turn while the vehicle remains in
one place. Prior to your vehicle being put
on a dynamometer, tell your emission
inspector
not to place your SUBARU
AWD vehicle on a two-wheel dynam-
ometer.Otherwise, serious transmis-
sion damage will result.The U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) and states using two-wheel
dynamometers in their emission testing
program have EXEMPTED SUBARU
AWD vehicles from the portion of the
testing program that involves a two-wheel
dynamometer. There are some states that
use four-wheel dynamometers in their
testing program. When properly used, this
equipment should not damage a SUBARU
AWD vehicle.
Under no circumstances should the rear
wheels be jacked off the ground, nor
should the driveshaft be disconnected for
state emission testing.
Preparing to drive
You should perform the following checks
and adjustments 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 (Legacy)
and rear gate (Outback) are fully closed.
5. Check the adjustment of the seat.
6. Check the adjustment of the inside
and outside mirrors.
7. Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your
passengers 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 warn-
ing lights after starting the engine.
10. Check that no small animals enter the
engine compartment.
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Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA
!Blind Spot Detection (BSD)
1) Operating range
The system notifies the driver of vehicles
existing in the blind area. If the system
detects a vehicle existing in the blind area,
it warns the driver of dangers by illuminat-
ing the BSD/RCTA approach indicator
light(s) on the outside mirror(s). If the
driver operates the turn signal lever in the
direction where the BSD/RCTA approach
indicator light is illuminating, the system
warns the driver of dangers by flashing the
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light.!Lane Change Assist (LCA)
1) Operating range
The system notifies the driver of vehicles
approaching at a high speed in the
neighboring lanes. If the system detects
a vehicle approaching at a high speed in
the neighboring lanes, it warns the driver
of dangers by illuminating the BSD/RCTA
approach indicator light(s) on the outside
mirror(s). If the driver operates the turn
signal lever in the direction where the
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light is
illuminating, the system warns the driver
of dangers by flashing the BSD/RCTA
approach indicator light.!Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
1) Operating range
The system notifies the driver of another
vehicle approaching from either side when
driving in reverse. This feature helps the
driver check the rear and side areas of the
vehicle when moving backward.
If the system detects a vehicle approach-
ing from either side while moving back-
ward, it warns the driver of dangers in the
following way.
.The BSD/RCTA approach indicator
light(s) on the outside mirror(s) flashes.
.A warning buzzer sounds.
.An icon appears on the rear view
camera screen (if equipped)
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Starting and operating/BSD/RCTA
–When the temperature around
the radar sensors becomes extre-
mely low
–When the vehicle battery voltage
lowers
–When the vehicle battery be-
comes overvoltage
.The detectability of the radar sen-
sors is restricted. The BSD/RCTA de-
tection may be impaired and the sys-
tem may not operate properly under the
following conditions.
–When the rear bumper around
the radar sensors is distorted
–When ice, snow or mud adheres
to the rear bumper surface around
the radar sensors
–When stickers, etc. are affixed on
the areas of the radar sensors on
the rear bumper
–During adverse weather condi-
tions such as rain, snow or fog
–When driving on wet roads such
as snow-covered roads and
through puddles
.The radar sensors may not detect or
may have difficulty detecting the fol-
lowing vehicles and objects.
–Small motorcycles, bicycles, pe-
destrians, stationary objects on the
road or road side, etc.
–Vehicles with body shapes thatthe radar may not reflect (vehicles
with lower body height such as a
trailer with no cargo and sports
cars)
–Vehicles that are not approach-
ing your vehicle even though they
are in the detection area (either on a
neighboring lane to the rear or
beside your vehicle when rever-
sing) (The system determines the
presence of approaching vehicles
based on data detected by the radar
sensors.)
–Vehicles traveling at significantly
different speeds
–Vehicles driving in parallel at
almost the same speed as your
vehicle for a prolonged time
–Oncoming vehicles
–Vehicles in a lane beyond the
neighboring lane
–Vehicles travelling at a signifi-
cantly lower speed that you are
trying to overtake
.On a road with extremely narrow
lanes, the system may detect vehicles
driving in a lane next to the neighbor-
ing lane.&BSD/RCTA approach indica-
tor light/warning buzzer
When the BSD/RCTA is active, the BSD/
RCTA approach indicator light and warn-
ing buzzer will operate to alert the driver to
the presence of the following vehicles.
.Vehicles in the neighboring lanes
.Vehicles approaching from the left or
right rear side when reversing
!BSD/RCTA approach indicator light
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light
It is mounted in each side of the outside
mirrors and will illuminate when a vehicle
approaching from behind is detected. If a
light illuminates and the turn signal lever is
operated toward the side in which this light
turned on, the indicator light flashes to
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Driving tips/Trailer towing (Outback)
ground.
!Side mirrors
After hitching a trailer to your vehicle,
check that the standard side mirrors
provide a good rearward field of view
without significant blind spots. If significant
blind spots occur with the vehicle’s stan-
dard side mirrors, use towing mirrors that
conform with Federal, state/province and/
or other applicable regulations.
!Trailer lights
CAUTION
Direct splicing or other improper
connection of trailer lights may
damage your vehicle’s electrical
system and cause a malfunction of
your vehicle’s lighting system.Connection of trailer lights to your vehi-
cle’s electrical system requires modifica-
tions to the vehicle’s lighting circuit to
increase its capacity and accommodate
wiring changes. To ensure the trailer lights
are connected properly, please consult
your SUBARU dealer. Check for proper
operation of the turn signals and the stop
lights each time you connect a trailer to
your vehicle.
!Tires
WARNING
Never tow a trailer when the tem-
porary spare tire is used. The tem-
porary spare tire is not designed to
sustain the towing load. Use of the
temporary spare tire when towing
can result in failure of the spare tire
and/or less stability of the vehicle.
Make sure that all the tires on your vehicle
are properly inflated. Refer to“Tires”F12-
9 and in“GAS STATION REFERENCE”at
the end of this manual.
Trailer tire condition, size, load rating and
proper inflation pressure should be in
accordance with the trailer manufacturer’s
specifications.
In the event your vehicle gets a flat tirewhen towing a trailer, ask a commercial
road service representive or professional
to repair the flat tire.
If you carry a regular size spare tire in your
vehicle or trailer as a precaution against
getting a flat tire, be sure that the spare
tire is firmly secured.
&Trailer towing tips
CAUTION
.For models equipped with the
BSD (Blind Spot Detection) and
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
driving support systems, when
towing a trailer, press the BSD/
RCTA OFF switch to deactivate
the system. The system may not
operate properly due to the
blocked radar waves. For details
about the BSD/RCTA OFF switch,
refer to“BSD/RCTA OFF switch”
F7-59.
.Never exceed 45 mph (72 km/h)
when towing a trailer in hilly
country on hot days.
.When towing a trailer, steering,
stability, stopping distance and
braking performance will be dif-
ferent when compared to normal
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operation. You should never
drive at excessive speeds but
always employ extra caution
when towing a trailer. You should
also keep the following tips in
mind.
!Before starting out on a trip
.Check the towing regulations for trailer
or caravan vehicles that vary by state/
region. Failure to comply with the proce-
dures set forth will not only compromise
your safety, but will also negate your
insurance coverage and/or may violate
the state road and traffic acts and regula-
tions.
.Check that the vehicle and vehicle-to-
hitch mounting are in good condition. If
any problems are apparent, do not tow the
trailer.
.Check that the vehicle rests horizon-
tally with the trailer attached. If the vehicle
is tipped sharply up at the front and down
at the rear, check the total trailer weight,
GVW, GAWs and tongue load again, then
confirm that the load and its distribution
are acceptable.
.Check that the tire pressures are
correct.
.Check that the vehicle and trailer are
connected properly. Confirm that–the trailer tongue is connected
properly to the hitch ball.
–the trailer lights connector is con-
nected properly and trailer’s stop lights
illuminate when the vehicle’s brake
pedal is pressed, and that the trailer’s
turn signal lights flash when the
vehicle’s turn signal lever is operated.
–the safety chains are connected
properly.
–all cargo in the trailer is secured
safely in position.
–the side mirrors provide a good
rearward field of view without a sig-
nificant blind spot.
.Sufficient time should be taken to learn
the“feel”of the vehicle/trailer combination
before starting out on a trip. In an area free
of traffic, practice turning, stopping and
backing up.
!Driving with a trailer
.You should allow for considerably more
stopping distance when towing a trailer.
Avoid sudden braking because it may
result in skidding or jackknifing and loss of
control.
.Avoid abrupt starts and sudden accel-
erations. For MT models, always start out
in first gear and release the clutch pedal at
moderate engine revolution.
.Avoid uneven steering, sharp turns andrapid lane changes.
.Slow down before turning. Make a
longer than normal turning radius because
the trailer wheels will be closer than the
vehicle wheels to the inside of the turn. In
a tight turn, the trailer could hit your
vehicle.
.Crosswinds will adversely affect the
handling of your vehicle and trailer, caus-
ing sway. Crosswinds can be due to
weather conditions or the passing of large
trucks or buses. If swaying occurs, firmly
grip the steering wheel and promptly begin
decelerating your vehicle at a gradual
pace.
.When passing other vehicles, consid-
erable distance is required because of the
added weight and length caused by
attaching the trailer to your vehicle.
Driving tips/Trailer towing (Outback)
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Specifications/Bulb chart
Wattage Bulb No.
1) High beam headlight 12V-60W HB3
2) Low beam headlight
Models with HID headlights 12V-35W D4S
Models without HID headlights 12V-55W H11
3) Front side marker light 12V-5W W5W
4) Map light 12V-8W
5) Dome light 12V-8W
6) Door step light 12V-5W W5W
7) Front turn signal light 12V-21W WY21W
8) Front fog light
Legacy (models without steering responsive fog
lights system)12V-19W H16
Legacy (models with steering responsive fog lights
system)12V-55W H11
Outback 12V-55W H11
9) Vanity mirror light 14V-1.4W HTU
10) Cargo area light 12V-13W SAE #912
11) Licence plate light (Outback)12V-5W W5W
12) Backup light (Outback) 12V-16W W16W
13)
Rear turn signal light (Outback) 12V-21W WY21W
14) Rear side marker light (Outback)
12V-5W W5W
15) Trunk light (Legacy) 12V-3.8W SAE #194
16)
License plate light (Legacy) 12V-5W W5W
17) Backup light (Legacy) 12V-16W W16W12-16

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H
Hands-free phone system........................................... 5-71
Hazard warning flasher........................................... 3-7, 9-2
Head restraint adjustment
Front seat............................................................... 1-8
Rear seat.............................................................. 1-14
Headlight.................................................................. 3-44
Beam leveler......................................................... 3-47
Bulb wattage....................................................... 12-14
Control switch........................................................ 3-43
Flasher................................................................. 3-46
Indicator light......................................................... 3-31
Welcome lighting function....................................... 3-44
High beam indicator light............................................ 3-30
High/low beam change (dimmer).................................. 3-46
Hill descent control..................................................... 7-39
Indicator................................................................ 3-31
Hill Holder................................................................. 7-45
Indicator light......................................................... 3-21
Switch.................................................................. 7-45
Hill start assist........................................................... 7-48
To activate/deactivate............................................. 7-49
HomeLink
®................................................................ 3-56
Hook
Coat..................................................................... 6-13
Convenient............................................................ 6-14
Convenient tie-down............................................... 6-19
Shopping bag........................................................ 6-14
Towing and tie-down............................................... 9-14
Horn......................................................................... 3-63
Hose and connections............................................... 11-14I
Ignition switch............................................................. 3-3
Light...................................................................... 3-4
Illumination brightness control...................................... 3-48
Immobilizer................................................................. 2-4
Indicator light (security indicator light)........................ 3-29
Indicator light
BSD/RCTA OFF.................................... 3-31, 3-38, 7-59
BSD/RCTA warning............................... 3-31, 3-38, 7-58
Cruise control........................................................ 3-30
Cruise control set................................................... 3-30
Door open............................................................. 3-22
Electronic parking brake.......................................... 3-20
Front fog light......................................................... 3-31
Headlight............................................................... 3-31
High beam............................................................. 3-30
Hill descent control................................................. 3-31
Hill Holder............................................................. 3-21
Immobilizer............................................................ 3-29
Security................................................................. 3-29
Select lever/Gear position........................................ 3-30
Steering responsive fog lights OFF ........................... 3-31
Turn signal............................................................ 3-30
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF................................. 3-24
Vehicle Dynamics Control operation .......................... 3-23
X-mode................................................................. 3-31
Information display...................................................... 3-32
Inside mirror.............................................................. 3-56
Interior lights............................................................... 6-2
Internal trunk lid release handle.................................... 2-39

J
Jack-up point............................................................... 9-5
Jump starting............................................................. 9-11
K
Key ............................................................................ 2-3
Number.................................................................. 2-3
Reminder chime....................................................... 3-4
Replacement........................................................... 2-5
Keyless access with push-button start system ............... 2-10
Disabling keyless access functions........................... 2-18
Locking and unlocking doors................................... 2-13
Opening rear gate.................................................. 2-16
Opening trunk........................................................ 2-16
Warning chimes and warning indicator...................... 3-24
When access key does not operate properly............. 9-18
Keyless entry system................................................. 2-23
L
LCA ......................................................................... 7-54
Leather seat materials................................................ 10-5
License plate light..................................................... 11-47
Light
Backup................................................................ 11-45
Cargo area.................................................... 6-3, 11-49
Control switch........................................................ 3-43
Daytime running..................................................... 3-46
Dome........................................................... 6-2, 11-48
Door step............................................................. 11-48
Front fog...................................................... 3-49, 11-42
Front side marker................................................... 3-44Ignition switch......................................................... 3-4
License plate....................................................... 11-47
Map .............................................................. 6-2, 11-48
Rear combination................................................. 11-43
Rear side marker light........................................... 11-43
Rear turn signal.................................................... 11-43
Trunk.................................................................. 11-49
Turn signal........................................ 3-47, 11-42, 11-43
Vanity mirror........................................................... 6-5
Loading your vehicle................................................... 8-12
Low fuel warning light................................................. 3-21
Low tire pressure warning light..................................... 3-16
Lower and tether anchorage........................................ 1-35
M
Maintenance
Precautions........................................................... 11-3
Schedule............................................................... 11-3
Seatbelt................................................................. 1-24
Tips ...................................................................... 11-5
Tools...................................................................... 9-3
Malfunction indicator light (check engine warning light) .... 3-15
Manual
Climate control system............................................. 4-6
Mode (continuously variable transmission)................. 7-29
Seat....................................................................... 1-4
Transmission......................................................... 7-23
Transmission oil........................................... 11-18, 12-7
Map light........................................................... 6-2, 11-48
Maximum load limits
................................................... 8-21
Meters and gauges...................................................... 3-7
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14-8Index
Mirror defogger.......................................................... 3-54
Mirrors...................................................................... 3-56
Moonroof.................................................................. 2-48
N
New vehicle break-in driving.......................................... 8-2
O
Odometer.................................................................... 3-8
Off road driving............................................................ 8-6
Oil filter.................................................................... 11-13
Oil level
Engine................................................................. 11-11
Manual transmission.............................................. 11-18
Warning light......................................................... 3-16
Oil pressure warning light............................................ 3-15
Outside
Mirror defogger...................................................... 3-54
Mirrors.................................................................. 3-62
Temperature indicator............................................. 3-33
Overhead console........................................................ 6-7
Overheating engine.................................................... 9-13
P
Parking..................................................................... 7-42
Brake................................................................... 7-42
Tips...................................................................... 7-47
Periodic inspections..................................................... 8-4
Petrol fuel................................................................... 7-3
PIN Code Access...................................................... 2-21
Pocket........................................................................ 6-7Power
Door locking switch.................................................. 2-9
Outlets.................................................................. 6-10
Outside mirrors...................................................... 3-62
Rear gate...................................................... 2-41, 9-21
Seat....................................................................... 1-5
Steering................................................................ 7-31
Steering warning light.............................................. 3-22
Windows............................................................... 2-33
Precautions against vehicle modification................ 1-27, 1-70
Preparing to drive........................................................ 7-8
Push-button
Ignition switch......................................................... 3-5
Starting and stopping engine.................................... 7-12
R
RCTA........................................................................ 7-54
Rear
Combination lights................................................ 11-43
Differential gear oil........................................ 11-19, 12-7
Gate..................................................................... 2-40
Turn signal light.................................................... 11-43
Rear seat.................................................................. 1-11
Armrest................................................................. 1-15
Folding down......................................................... 1-12
Head restraint adjustment........................................ 1-14
Reclining............................................................... 1-11
Rear view camera...................................................... 6-21
How to adjust the rear view image............................ 5-25
Rear window
Defogger............................................................... 3-54

Trailer
Connecting............................................................ 8-19
Hitch (Outback).............................................. 8-18, 8-25
Towing.................................................................. 8-21
Towing tips............................................................ 8-26
Trip meter................................................................... 3-9
Trunk lid........................................................... 2-38, 9-19
Release handle..................................................... 2-39
Trunk light................................................................ 11-49
Turn signal
Indicator lights....................................................... 3-30
Lever.................................................................... 3-47
U
Under-floor storage compartment................................. 6-20
V
Valet mode................................................................ 2-32
Vanity mirror................................................................ 6-5
Vehicle
Capacity weight..................................................... 8-13
Identification........................................................ 12-18
Symbols.................................................................... 3
Vehicle Dynamics Control
OFF indicator light.................................................. 3-24
OFF switch........................................................... 7-37
Operation indicator light.......................................... 3-23
System................................................................. 7-35
Warning light......................................................... 3-23
Ventilator.................................................................... 4-2
Voice command operation........................................... 5-81W
Warning and indicator lights......................................... 3-12
Warning chimes
Keyless access with push-button start system ............ 3-24
Seatbelt................................................................. 3-12
Warning light
ABS...................................................................... 3-18
Access key............................................................ 3-24
All-Wheel Drive...................................................... 3-22
AT OIL TEMP......................................................... 3-16
Automatic headlight beam leveler............................. 3-30
Brake system......................................................... 3-18
Charge.................................................................. 3-15
CHECK ENGINE.................................................... 3-15
Engine low oil level................................................. 3-16
Keyless access with push-button start system ............ 3-24
Low fuel................................................................ 3-21
Low tire pressure.................................................... 3-16
Oil pressure........................................................... 3-15
Power steering....................................................... 3-22
Seatbelt................................................................. 3-12
SRS airbag system................................................. 3-14
Vehicle Dynamics Control........................................ 3-23
Windshield washer fluid........................................... 3-22
Warning volume
BSD/RCTA............................................................ 3-42
EyeSight system.................................................... 3-41
Warranties
..................................................................... 1
Warranties and maintenance........................................ 8-21
Washing.................................................................... 10-2
Waxing and polishing.................................................. 10-3
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