lock SUBARU OUTBACK 2017 6.G Owners Manual

Audio/Audio set
In addition, the following messages appear.
Display MessageContents
“ Subscription Update ”
“ Press OK to Continue ” An update to your SiriusXM subscription has
been received by the SiriusXM tuner. Touch
any key to continue.
“ Channel XXX Not Available ”
( “ XXX ”refers to the selected channel number.) This channel is not a valid SiriusXM channel.
The channel number has been entered incor-
rectly, or the channel was removed from the
SiriusXM channel lineup.
“ Channel XXX Not Subscribed Call. ”
“ Call SiriusXM to Subscribed. ”
( “ XXX ”refers to the selected channel number.) This channel is not included in your SiriusXM
subscription plan.
“ Ch Locked ”
“ Lock Code? ” The selected channel has been locked by the
parental controls.
A prompt to enter the unlock code will appear.
“ Check Antenna ” Ensure the SiriusXM antenna cable is con-
nected to the SiriusXM tuner correctly.
Check the SiriusXM antenna wire for breaks or
sharp bends.
Replace the antenna if necessary.
“ No Signal ” The vehicle must be outside, and the antenna
must have a clear view of the southern sky.
NOTEContact SiriusXM
.
Listener Care Center (U.S. customers):
1-866-635-2349
. Listener Care Centre (Canadian customers):
1-877-209-0079 !
Direct Tune
1. A channel input screen is displayed
when you touch the
tab.
2. Input any number and touch the “OK”
key, receive the channel which input.
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!SXM setting
1. An option menu screen is displayed
when you touch the
tab on the lower
left side of the screen. The “Options ”
screen will appear.
Option menu screen
No. Function
&1Set the lock function of each chan-
nel. Input the password is necessary
for operation.
&2Set the password of the lock func-
tion.
2. A password input screen is displayed
when you touch the “Set”key of the
Channel Lock function.
Password input screen
3. When the input password is approved,
change to the lock channel selection
screen.
Lock channel selection screen
4. In the channel list, touch the channel
that should be locked.
! Displaying the Radio ID
Each SiriusXM tuner is identified with a
unique radio ID. The “Radio ID”is required
when activating an SiriusXM Satellite
Services or when reporting a problem.
. If“Ch 000 ”is selected using the
AUDIO/TUNE knob, the ID code will be
displayed.
. Touch the
key. The Radio ID will be
displayed on the “Options”screen.
Audio/Audio set
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!Control screen and audio panel
No. Function
&1Select to display the audio source
selection screen.
&2Select to open the station list. Refer to
“Station list ”F 5-52.
&3Select to skip the current track.
&4The track pauses when touched during
playback and plays when touched
during pause.
&5
Select to set thumbs up.
This gives a high rating to the current
song.
All other similar songs will be played
back more frequently. No. Function
&6
Select to set thumbs down.
This gives a low rating to the current
song.
All other similar songs will be played
back less frequently.
When you select thumbs down, the
current track is skipped.
&7
During playback of a station, you can
use this key to bookmark a song or
artist. Refer to
“Registering Bookmarks ”
F 5-52.
&8Turn to adjust volume.
Press to turn the audio system on/off.
&9Turn clockwise to skip to the next track.
Press to select an audio source. Refer
to “Selecting an audio source ”F 5-18.
&10Press to display the sound setting
screen. Refer to “Unit settings ”F 5-19. No. Function
&11Press to skip to the next track/cover art.
!
Connecting a smartphone
Connect the iPhone/iPod touch to the
USB port or connect the Android device
by using Bluetooth connection (SPP and
A2DP profile).
. For details about connecting an
iPhone/iPod touch: Refer to “Connecting
and disconnecting a USB memory/porta-
ble device ”F 5-17.
. For details about registering or con-
necting an Android device: Refer to
“ Registering/connecting Bluetooth
®de-
vice” F5-66.
! How to change the source
The Pandora operation screen can be
reached by the following methods:
. Connecting a Pandora device. Refer to
“Connecting a Bluetooth device ”F 5-69 or
“ Connecting and disconnecting a USB
memory/portable device ”F 5-17.
. Select the “Pandora”key on the source
select screen. Refer to “Selecting an audio
source” F5-18.
. Select the “Pandora”key on the APPS
screen. Refer to “SUBARU STARLINK ”
F 5-26.
Audio/Audio set
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!Door interlock switch
Models with SUBARU STARLINK*
1) Door interlock switch
*: For details about the SUBARU STARLINK
(U.S.-spec. models only, if equipped), refer to
the Owner ’s Manual supplement for the
SUBARU STARLINK.
Models without SUBARU STARLINK
1) Door interlock switch
The door interlock switch has the following
positions.
OFF: The map lights do not illuminate
automatically in conjunction with a door
opening. But, the lights can be turned on
manually by pressing the map light
switches.
DOOR: The map lights illuminate auto-
matically when any of the doors (other
than the rear gate or trunk lid) is opened
even while the map light switches are in
the OFF position. Several seconds after
all of the doors (other than the rear gate or
trunk lid) are closed, the map lights
gradually turn off. For details, refer to
“ OFF delay timer ”F 6-4.
& Cargo area light (Outback)
1) DOOR
2) OFF
3) ON
The cargo area light switch has the
following positions.
DOOR: The light illuminates only when
the rear gate is opened. The light gradu-
ally turns off several seconds after the rear
gate is closed. For derails, refer to “OFF
delay timer ”F 6-4.
OFF: The light remains off.
ON: The light remains on continuously.
Interior equipment/Interior light
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Interior equipment/Sun visors
&OFF delay timer
The following lights have an automatic
illumination function.
. dome light
. map light
. cargo area light (Outback)
After being illuminated automatically,
these lights remain on for several seconds
and then gradually turn off under the
following conditions.
. after the ignition switch is turned to the
“LOCK”/ “OFF”position
. after any doors or the rear gate
(Outback) is closed (dome light)
. after all doors are closed (map light)
. after the rear gate is closed (cargo area
light)
. after the doors are unlocked using the
keyless access function (if equipped)
(dome light and map light)
. after the doors are unlocked using the
remote keyless entry system (dome light
and map light)
. when approaching with the access key
(if equipped) (dome light and map light)
While the lights are illuminated, if any of
the following operations is performed, the
lights turn off immediately.
. The ignition switch is turned from the “
LOCK”/ “OFF”position to the “ACC”or
“ON ”position.
. All doors and the rear gate (Outback)
are locked using the keyless access
function (if equipped).
. All doors and the rear gate (Outback)
are locked using the remote keyless entry
system.
The setting for the period of time in which
the lights remain on (OFF delay timer) can
be changed by a SUBARU dealer. Con-
tact your SUBARU dealer for details. Also,
the setting can be changed by operating
the multi information display. For details,
refer to“Interior Light ”F 3-45.
Sun visors
To block out glare, swing down the visors.
To use the sun visor at a side window,
swing it down and move it sideways.
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Interior equipment/Storage compartment
Storage compartment
CAUTION
.Always keep the storage com-
partment closed while driving to
reduce the risk of injury in the
event of sudden stops or an
accident.
. Do not store the following items
in the storage compartment.
Otherwise, it may cause a fire or
accident.
– Spray cans, containers with
flammable or corrosive li-
quids or any other dangerous
items.
– Plastic or other heat-vulner-
able or flammable articles
such as a lighter.
& Glove box
1) Lock
2) Unlock
To open the glove box, pull the handle. To
close it, push the lid firmly upward.
To lock the glove box, insert the key and
turn it clockwise. To unlock the glove box,
insert the key and turn it counterclockwise.
For models with “keyless access with
push-button start system ”, use the me-
chanical key to lock or unlock the glove
box.
NOTE
The mechanical key is directional. If the
key cannot be inserted, change the
direction that the grooved side is
facing and insert it again.
& Center console
The center console box provides a sto-
rage space.
1) Coin tray
2) Accessory tray
The lid located inside the center console
canbeusedasacointrayoran
accessory tray for small items.
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Floor mat
CAUTION
If the floor mat slips forward and
interferes with the movement of the
pedals during driving, it could cause
an accident. Observe the following
precautions to prevent the floor mat
from slipping forward.
.Be sure to use a genuine
SUBARU floor mat designed with
grommets in the correct loca-
tions.
. Make sure that the driver ’s floor
mat is placed back in its proper
location and is correctly secured
on its retaining pins. .
Do not use more than one floor
mat.
Retaining pins are located on the driver ’s
side floor.
The floor mat should be properly secured
using the built-in grommets, by placing the
grommets over the pins and pushing them
downward.
Cargo area cover
(Outback –if equipped)
The cargo area cover is provided for
covering the cargo area and to protect its
contents from direct sunlight. This cover is
detachable to make room for additional
cargo.
& Using the cover
To extend the cargo area cover:
1) Stopper
1. Hold the handle located at the center
of the cargo area cover and lift the handle
upward slightly to unlock the stoppers that
are located at the right and left end of the
cover.
Interior equipment/Floor mat
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Interior equipment/Cargo area cover (Outback–if equipped)
2. Pull the handle toward you to extend
the cargo area cover. Then insert its hooks
into the catches as shown.
To rewind the cargo area cover:
1. Hold the handle located at the center
of the cargo area cover, pull it toward you
and lift up slightly to unlock the cargo area
cover from the catches.1) Stopper
2. Slowly rewind the cargo area cover
completely. Then lift the handle upward
slightly to lock the stoppers.
WARNING
Do not place anything on the ex-
tended cover. Putting excessive
weight on the extended cover can
break it and an object on the cover
could tumble forward in the event of
a sudden stop or collision. This
could cause serious injury.
CAUTION
. Be careful not to scratch the rear
gate stays while extending and
rewinding the cover. Scratches
on the stays could cause leakage
of gas from the stays, which may
result in their inability to hold the
rear gate open.
. When reclining the rear seatback,
move the front cover backward
so that the cover is not damaged.
& To install the front cover
CAUTION
When reclining the rear seatback,
move the front cover backward so
that the cover is not damaged.
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Fuel...................................................................... 7-3
Fuel requirements ............................................... 7-3
Fuel filler lid and cap ........................................... 7-4
State emission testing (U.S. only) ...................... 7-7
Preparing to drive ............................................... 7-8
Starting and stopping the engine (models without push-button ignition switch) .............. 7-9
General precautions when starting/stopping
engine .............................................................. 7-9
Starting engine ................................................... 7-10
Stopping the engine ........................................... 7-11
Steering lock ...................................................... 7-11
Starting and stopping engine (models with
push-button start system) .............................. 7-12
Safety precautions............................................. 7-12
Operating range for push-button start system ............................................................. 7-12
Starting engine ................................................... 7-12
Stopping engine ................................................. 7-14
When access key does not operate properly ....... 7-14
Steering lock ...................................................... 7-14
Remote engine start system (dealer
option) .............................................................. 7-15
Models with “keyless access with push-button
start system ”................................................... 7-16
Models without “keyless access with push-button
start system ”................................................... 7-17
Entering the vehicle while it is running via remote start ................................................................. 7-20
Entering the vehicle following remote engine start shutdown ......................................................... 7-20 Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the
vehicle ............................................................ 7-20
Service mode (models without “keyless access
with push-button start system ”) ....................... 7-20
Remote transmitter program (models without “keyless access with push-button start
system ”).......................................................... 7-20
System maintenance .......................................... 7-21
Manual transmission ......................................... 7-23Selecting reverse gear ....................................... 7-23
Shifting speeds .................................................. 7-24
Driving tips ........................................................ 7-24
Continuously variable transmission ................. 7-25Select lever....................................................... 7-26
Shift lock function ............................................. 7-28
Selection of manual mode .................................. 7-29
Driving tips ........................................................ 7-31
Power steering ................................................... 7-31
Braking ............................................................... 7-32
Braking tips ....................................................... 7-32
Brake system .................................................... 7-32
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ............. 7-33
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).......................... 7-33
ABS self-check.................................................. 7-34
ABS warning light .............................................. 7-34
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
system ............................................................. 7-34
Steps to take if EBD system malfunctions .......... 7-34
Vehicle Dynamics Control system.................... 7-35Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor .......... 7-37
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch ................ 7-37
Starting and operating
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1) Legacy
2) Outback
3. Open the fuel filler lid.
WARNING
Before opening the fuel filler cap,
first touch the vehicle body or a
metal portion of the fuel pump or
similar object to discharge any
static electricity that may be present
on your body. If your body is carry-
ing an electrostatic charge, there is
a possibility that an electric spark
could ignite the fuel, which could
burn you. To avoid acquiring a new
static electric charge, do not get
back into the vehicle while refueling
is in progress.
1) Open
2) Close
4. Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it
slowly counterclockwise.
WARNING
.Gasoline vapor is highly flam-
mable. Before refueling, always
first stop the engine and close all
vehicle doors and windows.
Make sure that there are no
lighted cigarettes, open flames
or electrical sparks in the adja-
cent area. Refueling must be
performed outside. Quickly wipe
up any spilled fuel.
. When opening the cap, grasp it
firmly and turn it slowly to the left. Do not remove the cap
quickly. Fuel may be under pres-
sure and spray out of the fuel
filler neck, especially in hot
weather. If you hear a hissing
sound while you are removing
the cap, wait for the sound to
stop and then slowly open the
cap to prevent fuel from spraying
out and creating a fire hazard.
5. Set the fuel filler cap on the cap holder
inside the fuel filler lid.
WARNING
.
When refueling, insert the fuel
nozzle securely into the fuel filler
pipe. If the nozzle is lifted or not
fully inserted, its automatic stop-
Starting and operating/Fuel
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