lock SUBARU WRX 2020 Quick Guide

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.
Subaru Roadside Assistance
Subaru Roadside Assistance is free and standard on your Subaru. Coverage is automatic;
there are no forms to complete. Subaru Roadside Assistance is available anytime during the
3-year/36,000-mile Subaru Limited Warranty, whichever comes first.* A Subaru Roadside
Assistance decal has been affixed to the driver’s door window. Please refer to the Roadside
Assistance guide in the owner's information kit for the details on this coverage.
Subaru Roadside Assistance:
1-800-261-2155
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
*See your Retailer for details.
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 Subaru is with a flatbed
truck by your Subaru Retailer or a commercial towing service.
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KEYLESS ENTRY
1Lock/Arm
• Pressing this button will lock all doors, trunk and activate
the security alarm.
• If any of the doors or the trunk are not fully closed, five rapid
chirps will sound and the hazard warning flashers will flash.
• Pressing this button three times (within five seconds) will
activate the vehicle finder function. If you are within 30 feet
of your Subaru, the horn will sound once, and the hazard
warning flashers will flash three times.
2Unlock/Disarm
• Pressing this button once will unlock the driver’s door and
fuel door if set to do so in the Touchscreen.
• Pressing this button twice (within five seconds) will unlock
all doors and trunk.
• When you press this button, the interior lights will illuminate,
if set to the “DOOR” position on the overhead console
switch.
3Trunk
• Pressing and holding this button will open the trunk only.
4Panic Alarm
• Pressing this button will sound the horn and flash the
hazard warning lights.
• Press any button on the access key fob or transmitter to
deactivate.
Access Key Fob
Transmitter
ENTRY AND EXIT
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KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH BUTTON START
(if equipped)
Your Subaru allows for customizing of the door unlock settings. The default setting is when
you unlock the vehicle, only the driver’s door. If preferred, you can set the vehicle to unlock
all doors. This adjustment can be performed through the Multi-Function Display (MFD). To
do this go to the “Setting” screen, push and hold the “Enter” button, next select “Car
Settings” then “Keyless Access Settings” and choose the selection you want and press
the “Enter” button.
Unlock Using Door Handles
Grip the driver’s door handle to unlock the
driver’s door (or all doors depending on the
setting). Grip the front passenger’s handle to
unlock all doors and the trunk. Two chirps will
sound and the hazard warning flashers will
flash twice.
Locking Using Door Handles
Close all doors and the trunk and touch the
door lock sensor (two lines) on either front
door handle. All doors and the trunk will lock.
One chirp will sound and the hazard warning
flashers will flash once.
Opening the Trunk
Press the trunk opener button to unlock and
open the trunk. Two chirps will sound and the
hazard warning flashers will flash twice.
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SEATING
Manual Seats
1Forward/Backward:Pull the lever below
the seat up and slide the seat forward or
backward. Release the lever and make
sure the seat is locked into place.
2Seat Height (Driver’s Seat):Pulling up or
pushing down on the lever will raise or
lower the seat cushion.
3Recline Seatback:Pull the lever up to
adjust the seatback to the desired
position. Release the lever and make sure
the seat is locked into place.
Power Driver’s Seat(if equipped)
1Forward/Backward and Height:Moving
the switch forward or backward will
adjust the seat in that direction. Pulling
up or pushing down on the front or back
of the switch will adjust the angle of the
seat cushion. Pulling up or pushing down
the entire switch will adjust the height of
the seat cushion.
2Recline Seatback:Moving the switch forward or backward will adjust the angle of
the seatback.
3Lumbar Support:Pressing the front of the switch will increase support. Pressing the
rear of the switch will decrease support.
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Head Restraint Adjustment
Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower it,
push it down while pressing the release button
on the top of the seatback. Each head restraint
should be adjusted so that the center of the
head restraint is closest to the top of the
occupant’s ears. This adjustment should be
made for any seating position, front or rear,
that has a new occupant.
You can adjust the angle of the front head
restraints by tilting them forward. You will hear
a click when the restraint is locked. Pulling the
head restraint as far forward as it will go will
allow it to return to the fully upright position.
Seatbelt Adjuster
Always position the seatbelt adjuster so the
shoulder belt passes over the middle of your
shoulder without touching your neck. Pull the
adjuster out and slide it up or down. Release
the adjuster and make sure it is locked in
place.
TILT AND TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN
Pull the lever down firmly to unlock, then
adjust the height and lengthwise position of
the column. Push the lever firmly back up to
lock the column in place.
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POWER EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Turn the knob to “L” (left side) or “R” (right
side) to select a mirror. Move the knob in the
direction you want to move the mirror. Return
the knob to the neutral center position.
REAR VIEW MIRROR
Auto-dimming Mirror(if equipped)
When driving at night, the auto-dimming function
senses brightness from vehicle headlights behind you
and automatically dims to reduce glare. Pressing the
switch will turn this function on or off. A green LED
indicator on the switch will illuminate when the
function is on.
HomeLink®5 Accessory Mirror(if equipped)
The HomeLink®5 accessory mirror provides three
buttons to replace up to three hand-held radio
frequency remotes used to activate devices, such as
garage door openers, gate openers, entry door locks,
security systems and home lighting. Please see the
Owner’s Manual for programming instructions or visit
www.subaru.com/homelink to view a how-to video.
NOTE: HomeLink
®5 may not be compatible with some older door
openers or additional equipment may be required.
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CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
Automatic Climate Control (WRX Only)
Set your desired temperature and let the system automatically make the adjustments for
you. At any time, you can manually take control of the climate settings.
Operation in Automatic Mode
1Automatic Control Button:This system automatically controls all of the climate
system except defogging. Press “AUTO” to activate. Press “OFF” to turn off the
system.
2Temperature Control Dial:Turn the dial clockwise to increase the temperature or
counterclockwise to decrease the temperature. The temperature will appear on the
screen.
When using “Full Auto” mode, the fan speed, airflow distribution, air-inlet control and air
conditioning compressor are controlled automatically. In “Auto” mode the system allows
you to choose the fan speed and airflow distribution while it controls the output
temperature. To activate “FULL AUTO” mode:
• Press the “AUTO” button. The “FULL AUTO” will be indicated on the Multi-Function
Display (MFD).
• Set the preferred temperature using the temperature control dial.
If you operate any of the buttons other than “OFF”, rear window defogger, or the
temperature control dial, the “FULL” indicator will turn off. The “AUTO” indicator will
remain. You can then manually control the system as desired. Press the “AUTO” button to
change back to “FULL AUTO” mode.
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Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control (WRX STI only)
You can set separate temperatures for the driver and passenger seats. Set your desired
temperature and let the system automatically make the adjustments for you. At any time,
you can manually take control of the climate settings.
Operation in Automatic Mode
1Automatic Control Button:This system automatically controls all of the climate
systems except defogging. Press “AUTO” to activate. Press “OFF” to turn off the
system.
2Temperature Control Dial:Turn the dial clockwise to increase the temperature or
counterclockwise to decrease the temperature. The temperature will appear on the
screen. You can adjust separate temperature settings for the driver’s side and
passenger’s side.
When using “Full Auto” mode, the fan speed, airflow distribution, air-inlet control and air
conditioning compressor are controlled automatically. In “Auto” mode the system allows
you to choose the fan speed and airflow distribution while it controls the output
temperature. To activate “FULL AUTO” mode:
• Press the “AUTO” button. The “FULL AUTO” indicator light illuminates on the climate
control display.
• Set the preferred temperature using the temperature control dial.
If you operate any of the buttons other than “OFF”, rear window defogger, DUAL or the
temperature control dial, the “FULL” indicator light will turn off. The “AUTO” light will
remain illuminated. You can then manually control the system as desired. Press the
“AUTO” button to change back to “FULL AUTO” mode.
Operation in Manual Mode
3Recirculated/Outside Air Button:Press this to prevent outside air from entering
your Subaru. Press the button again to allow outside air into your Subaru. NOTE: To
prevent windshield fogging, do not remain in the recirculated mode for an extended
period of time.
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OVERHEAD PANEL
1SOS Emergency Assistance:Press the
“SOS” button to connect with a SUBARU
STARLINK™ Customer Care Advisor
(Subscription required). Press and hold
the button for about two seconds to
cancel the call. Please refer to the
SUBARU STARLINK™ Safety and
Security Owner’s Manual or the SUBARU
STARLINK™ Quick Guide.
2Enhanced Roadside Assistance:Press
the “i” button to connect with a SUBARU
STARLINK™ Roadside Assistance
Provider (Subscription required). Press
and hold the button for about two
seconds to cancel the call. See your
STARLINK Quick Guide for more
information.
3Automatic Illumination:When the switch
is in the “DOOR” position, the map lights
illuminate when any door is opened, the
doors are unlocked using the remote
keyless entry system or keyless access
function, or the ignition is turned from
“ON” or “ACC” to “LOCK”/“OFF”.
4Lane Departure Warning OFF switch:Press and hold this switch for two seconds to
turn off the Lane Departure Warning and the Lane Sway Warning function. Press and
hold the switch again for two seconds to turn the systems back on. Please refer to
the EyeSight
®Owner’s Manual or Quick Guide.
5Pre-Collision Braking System OFF switch:Press and hold this switch for two
seconds to turn off the Pre-Collision Braking System and Pre-Collision Throttle
Management. Press and hold the switch again for two seconds to turn the systems
back on. Please refer to the EyeSight
®Owner’s Manual or Quick Guide.
6Map Lights:For WRX: press a map light to turn it on or off.
7Map Light Button:For STI: press the button to turn the light on or off.
NOTE: these lights can remain on even when the ignition is off, key removed from
vehicle and doors are locked.
WRX
WRX STI
CONTROLS
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IGNITION SWITCH
The ignition switch has four positions:
LOCK:You can only insert or remove the key in this position.
ACC (Accessory):Provides power to the radio and accessory power outlets.
ON:All electric systems are available. The key returns to this position after starting the
engine.
START:Turn the key to this position to start the engine.
PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH(IF EQUIPPED)
Each time you press the ignition switch without
depressing the brake pedal, the ignition position
will change as follows: ACC, ON, OFF.
ACC (Accessory):Provides power to the radio
and accessory power outlets. Orange indicator
illuminates.
ON:All electrical systems will be available.
Orange indicator illuminates.
OFF:Power off and indicator off.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Without Push-button Ignition
To start the engine:
1. Make sure the select lever is in the “P” position or “N” and depress the clutch for
manual transmission vehicles.
2. Using the key, turn the ignition switch to “START”. NOTE: Do not depress the
accelerator pedal. Release the key as soon as the engine starts.
With Push-button Ignition
To start the engine:
1. Sit in the driver’s seat with the access key fob.
2. Make sure the select lever is in the “P” position or “N” for manual transmission vehicles.
3. Depress the brake pedal (and clutch pedal for manual transmission models). Green LED
on the ignition switch illuminates.
4. While depressing the brake pedal (and clutch pedal for manual transmission models),
briefly press and release the ignition switch.
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