service SUBARU LEGACY 2022 Getting Started Guide

WELCOME
Congratulations on choosing a Subaru Legacy and welcome to the Subaru family!
Subaru is more than a car company™. We are committed to making the world a better
place, and the Subaru Love Promise is our vision to show love and respect to all people at
every interaction with Subaru. We believe in building lifelong relationships with our
customers, earning your trust and exceeding your expectations by providing customer
service with integrity and compassion.
This Getting Started Guide will introduce you to your new Subaru Legacy by providing
information on the basic operation and key features of your Subaru as well as the
STARLINK
®and EyeSight®systems in your vehicle.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
The Getting Started Guide is not intended as a substitute for your Owner’s Manuals. We
strongly encourage you to review your Vehicle, STARLINK®, and EyeSight®Owner’s
Manuals to ensure complete understanding.
As part of routine maintenance and continuous improvement, Subaru releases updates to
the firmware and software in your vehicle. Following the installation of these updates, the
screens and menus in your vehicle may differ from what appears in this guide.
For the most current information on firmware and software updates, please refer to
the “Owner’s Resources” in the following section or contact your Subaru Retailer.
OWNER’S RESOURCES
If you’re having difficulty using any of the functions outlined in this guide, or want to learn
more, you can get additional information from the
following sources:
Your Subaru Owner’s Manuals:
Located in the glovebox
Online Subaru Owner’s Resources:
www.subaru.com/owners
Subaru Customer Support:
www.subaru.com/customer-support
1-800-782-2783 (1-800-SUBARU3 )
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
SUBARU STARLINK®Safety and Security(subscription required)
SOS Emergency:Press the red
“SOS” button on the overhead
console in the event of an
emergency to speak with a
SUBARU STARLINK
®Customer
Care Advisor.
Enhanced Roadside Assistance:
Press the blue “i” button on the
overhead console or select the
“Roadside Assistance” option in
the “MySubaru” menu on the
multimedia system.
For more information, please
refer to “Safety and Security
Overview” on page 83 in this
Getting Started Guide or “Introduction” in your SUBARU STARLINK
®Safety and Security
Owner’s Manual. Not available in all states. See retailer for details.
Subaru Roadside Assistance
Subaru Roadside Assistance:
1-800-261-2155
Subaru Roadside Assistance is free and standard on your Subaru; there are no forms to
complete. This service is available anytime during the 3-year/36,000-mile Subaru Limited
Warranty, whichever comes first. See your retailer for details and refer to the Roadside
Assistance guide in the owner’s information kit for the details on this coverage. A Subaru
Roadside Assistance decal has been affixed to the driver’s door window.
Roadside assistance helps with:
• Towing to the nearest authorized Subaru retailer if you cannot safely drive your Subaru
• Jump-start if your battery is dead
• Gasoline delivery if you run out of gas
• Flat tire change to install your spare
• Emergency lockout service
• National Subaru retailer locator service, with phone numbers and location of the nearest
retailer anywhere in the U.S. or Canada
NOTE: 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.
SOS and Roadside Assistance Buttons
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TOWING YOUR ALL-WHEEL DRIVE SUBARU
Since Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive distributes power to all four wheels, improper
towing may damage your AWD system. The best way to tow your Legacy is with a flatbed
truck by your Subaru retailer or a commercial towing service.
For more information, please refer to “In Case of Emergency” in your Owner’s Manual.
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2.5L ENGINE
1Brake Fluid Reservoir
2Fuse Box
3Battery
4Windshield Washer Tank
5Engine Oil Filler Cap6Radiator Cap
7Engine Coolant Reservoir
8Engine Oil Filter
9Engine Oil Dipstick
10Air Cleaner Element
The table below lists recommended first service items. Your maintenance needs may
vary depending on your driving conditions. Please consult with your retailer and refer to
the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet for complete information and recommended
replacement intervals.
Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval
6 months
or
6,000 Miles12 months
or
12,000 Miles
Replace Engine Oil and Filter • •
Rotate and Inspect Tires • •
Replace HVAC System A/C filter •
Inspect Brake System, Steering
System, and Suspension Components•
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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2.4L TURBO ENGINE
1Brake Fluid Reservoir
2Fuse Box
3Battery
4Windshield Washer Tank
5Engine Oil Filler Cap6Radiator Cap
7Engine Coolant Reservoir
8Engine Oil Filter
9Engine Oil Dipstick
10Air Cleaner Element
The table below lists recommended first service items. Your maintenance needs may
vary depending on your driving conditions. Please consult with your retailer and refer to
the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet for complete information and recommended
replacement intervals.
Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval
6 months
or
6,000 Miles12 months
or
12,000 Miles
Replace Engine Oil and Filter • •
Rotate and Inspect Tires • •
Replace HVAC System A/C filter •
Inspect Brake System, Steering
System, and Suspension Components•
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Satellite Radio
A SiriusXM®Satellite Radio is a tuner
designed exclusively to receive broadcasts
provided under a separate subscription. After
a free trial period, a subscription is necessary
to continue service.
For more information or to subscribe, visit
www.siriusxm.com.
Presets
You can preset 18 stations. Presets can be set
for SiriusXM®, FM, or AM stations, allowing
you to switch among the three with the press
of a single button. To preset a radio station:
1. Tune to the desired channel.
2. Press and hold one of the desired preset
station buttons.
MULTIMEDIA
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TEXT MESSAGES
Received messages can be forwarded from
the connected Bluetooth®phone, enabling
checking and replying using the system. To
use this function, it is necessary to set the
phonebook download function to ON.
When a Short Message Service (SMS)/
Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) is
received, the incoming message screen pops
up with sound and is ready to be retrieved
using the Touchscreen. Select “Play” to listen
to the message. You can also select the
“Reply” button to reply to the sender using a
generated message.
If there is more than one unread message, a
screen will appear to allow you to either view
your inbox or ignore the message.
Depending on the Bluetooth
®phone type, the screen display may differ, messages may
not be transferred to the message inbox, or it may not be possible to use certain functions.
PHONE
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SUBARU STARLINK®IN-VEHICLE APPS
SUBARU STARLINK®Multimedia offers advanced connectivity
through Apple CarPlay®or Android Auto™ apps. Wireless pairing
and hands-free smartphone operation allow for safe and easy
connection to your favorite apps and content. You can access
news, navigation, music, podcasts, and more through the available
SUBARU STARLINK
®app.
For a complete list of all the apps available, visit
www.subaru.com/owners/starlink/multimedia.html.
Android Auto™
Android Auto™ can be used to view maps, play
music, and place calls by connecting your Android
device to the system. Supported applications can also
be run.
For more information, please refer to page 127.
For details on the services or the operations, visit the
Android Auto sites www.android.com/auto/ or
www.support.google.com/androidauto/
To use the Android Auto™ application, connect your Android device to the USB port.
Apple CarPlay®
Apple CarPlay®can be used to view maps, play music, and place
calls by connecting your iPhone to the system. Supported
applications can also be run.
For more information, please refer to page 129.
For details on the services or the operations, check the Apple
CarPlay
®site: www.apple.com/ios/carplay/
To use the Apple CarPlay
®application, connect your iPhone to the
USB port.
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SiriusXM®Travel Link
SiriusXM®U.S. satellite and data services are
available in the 48 states of the contiguous
USA and DC.
Data service information, comprising fuel
prices, sports, stocks, weather, weather alerts,
and parking, can be received via the
SiriusXM
®Radio.
To receive the data service information in the
vehicle, a subscription to the SiriusXM
®
Satellite Radio Service is necessary following a
free trial.
SUBARU STARLINK®MOBILE APP
The STARLINK®app gives you access to a suite of convenient cloud-based applications,
such as iHeartRadio®, Yelp®, Magellan NAVI®, eBird, and more via your in-vehicle
multimedia touchscreen, helping you and your family stay safe, entertained, and
connected. App availability will vary by vehicle and trim level. To get started, first download
and log in to the SUBARU STARLINK
®app on your phone.
To download the SUBARU STARLINK
®app, go to the Apple App Store or the Google Play
Store and search for SUBARU STARLINK®in the menu.
For more information and a list of available apps for your vehicle, please visit:
https://www.subaru.com/engineering/starlink/multimedia.html
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MYSUBARU
Whether you’re on the road or planning adventures, the MySubaru app makes loving every
part of owning your Subaru easy. Although the mobile app is great when you are on the go,
you can also visit www.MySubaru.com from your computer to access the same functions
and to aid in planning your trip before you leave.
You can download the MySubaru app from the Google Play Store or
the Apple App Store on your phone by searching MySubaru.
By creating an account, you can:
• Schedule service with a Preferred Subaru Retailer
• Get vehicle service reminders, recall alerts, and exclusive
coupons
• Track and record your service history
• Access resources like your owner’s manuals, how to videos and
more
• Have access to SUBARU STARLINK
®Safety and Security features (must have an active
SUBARU STARLINK®subscription)
• Get help from 24-hour roadside assistance (24-hour roadside is included in standard
3-year warranty, and after 3 years with a Concierge package)
Service Appointment Scheduler
The SUBARU STARLINK®Service
Appointment Scheduler can help you set an
appointment from the MySubaru website,
Mobile App or the vehicle’s Touchscreen.
Getting your Subaru vehicle to the Subaru
professionals for service is easy, no matter
where you are. If you are away from your
preferred Subaru Retailer for service, you can
always use Service Appointment Scheduler to
locate any of our certified Subaru Retailers
near your location.
SUBARU STARLINK
®Service Appointment
Scheduler on your Touchscreen is a
convenient way to set a service appointment.
Simply select the MySubaru icon on the Home
screen and choose “Make an Appointment” to get started.
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