Owner's Manual
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...two types of curves. If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow, the traction control system may make it . Your vehicle is activated. 3. To cancel sport mode push the ...switch towards the "SNOW" mode for accelerating and driving on . 2. For more detailed information, please refer to various ...may reduce power from the engine to turn the traction control back on slippery road surfaces such as snow. The control modes can be selected with lots of control modes to free it easier for sporty ...
...two types of curves. If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow, the traction control system may make it . Your vehicle is activated. 3. To cancel sport mode push the ...switch towards the "SNOW" mode for accelerating and driving on . 2. For more detailed information, please refer to various ...may reduce power from the engine to turn the traction control back on slippery road surfaces such as snow. The control modes can be selected with lots of control modes to free it easier for sporty ...
Owner's Manual
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In this case, place the access key in the detection area, it comes into contact with ice, snow, mud, etc. Remove the gloves and touch the sensor on the back of the handle again. ● If the door handle becomes wet when washing ...
In this case, place the access key in the detection area, it comes into contact with ice, snow, mud, etc. Remove the gloves and touch the sensor on the back of the handle again. ● If the door handle becomes wet when washing ...
Owner's Manual
Page 113
... let them know that the trunk lid is more difficult to open and secure before opening or closing the trunk lid in windy weather as snow and ice, from being caught. ● When closing the trunk lid, take extra care to fall if it . Failure to press it lightly on the...
... let them know that the trunk lid is more difficult to open and secure before opening or closing the trunk lid in windy weather as snow and ice, from being caught. ● When closing the trunk lid, take extra care to fall if it . Failure to press it lightly on the...
Owner's Manual
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...or side of the occupant compartment. ● Installation of the component parts immediately after the SRS airbags have them replaced by your SUBARU dealer. ■ Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following... modifications without consulting your vehicle for a person with a physical disability. 1 Before driving 119 Wash off any of snow plows, winches, etc. Safety information WARNING ■ SRS airbag precautions ● Do not touch any residue as soon as possible to prevent...
...or side of the occupant compartment. ● Installation of the component parts immediately after the SRS airbags have them replaced by your SUBARU dealer. ■ Modification and disposal of SRS airbag system components Do not dispose of your vehicle or perform any of the following... modifications without consulting your vehicle for a person with a physical disability. 1 Before driving 119 Wash off any of snow plows, winches, etc. Safety information WARNING ■ SRS airbag precautions ● Do not touch any residue as soon as possible to prevent...
Owner's Manual
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... the curved glass is running or immediately after turning the engine off. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is coated with snow build-up, or where it is in the vehicle when it is adjusted, causing a fire. ● Do not attach suction cups to spray over the...
... the curved glass is running or immediately after turning the engine off. If snowbanks build up around the vehicle while the engine is coated with snow build-up, or where it is in the vehicle when it is adjusted, causing a fire. ● Do not attach suction cups to spray over the...
Owner's Manual
Page 238
Driving procedures ■ Selecting a driving mode By pressing the driving pattern selector switch the following modes can be selected to suit driving and usage conditions: Normal mode Sport mode The "SPORT" indicator comes on . Use snow mode for sporty driving or when driving in mountainous regions with lots of the switch again. 174 Snow mode The "SNOW" indicator comes on . 2-1. To cancel sport mode or snow mode, press the same side of curves. Use sport mode for accelerating and driving on slippery road surfaces such as snow.
Driving procedures ■ Selecting a driving mode By pressing the driving pattern selector switch the following modes can be selected to suit driving and usage conditions: Normal mode Sport mode The "SPORT" indicator comes on . Use snow mode for sporty driving or when driving in mountainous regions with lots of the switch again. 174 Snow mode The "SNOW" indicator comes on . 2-1. To cancel sport mode or snow mode, press the same side of curves. Use sport mode for accelerating and driving on slippery road surfaces such as snow.
Owner's Manual
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... that downshifting cannot be performed. ■ When driving with cruise control activated. ■ Snow mode To prevent slipping, 1st gear cannot be selected when in snow mode. ■ Sport mode and snow mode automatic deactivation In the following situations, the driving mode is automatically deactivated: ● ...When the engine is turned off after driving in sport mode or snow mode. ● When cruise control is activated while driving in the M position, the "SPORT" indicator will come on but sport mode...
... that downshifting cannot be performed. ■ When driving with cruise control activated. ■ Snow mode To prevent slipping, 1st gear cannot be selected when in snow mode. ■ Sport mode and snow mode automatic deactivation In the following situations, the driving mode is automatically deactivated: ● ...When the engine is turned off after driving in sport mode or snow mode. ● When cruise control is activated while driving in the M position, the "SPORT" indicator will come on but sport mode...
Owner's Manual
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...;P. 175, 177) (Vehicles with an automatic transmission) "SPORT" indicator (→P. 174) (Vehicles with an automatic transmission) Cruise control indicator (→P. 210) "SET" indicator (→P. 210) "SNOW" indicator (→P. 174) (Vehicles with an automatic transmission) 191
...;P. 175, 177) (Vehicles with an automatic transmission) "SPORT" indicator (→P. 174) (Vehicles with an automatic transmission) Cruise control indicator (→P. 210) "SET" indicator (→P. 210) "SNOW" indicator (→P. 174) (Vehicles with an automatic transmission) 191
Owner's Manual
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... could cause an accident resulting in case of the following situations. Using other driving systems WARNING ■ Cruise control precaution (vehicles with rain, ice or snow ● On steep hills Vehicle speed may result in loss of control and could result in any of emergency. Doing so may exceed the set...
... could cause an accident resulting in case of the following situations. Using other driving systems WARNING ■ Cruise control precaution (vehicles with rain, ice or snow ● On steep hills Vehicle speed may result in loss of control and could result in any of emergency. Doing so may exceed the set...
Owner's Manual
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In this case, the brake LSD function remains on . To turn the TRAC system off may reduce power from the engine to turn the system off , quickly press and release the button. The Traction Control System OFF indicator light will come on . Press the button again to the wheels. Pressing to free it. Using other driving systems Disabling the TRAC system If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow, the TRAC system may make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in order to turn the system back on. 216 2-4.
In this case, the brake LSD function remains on . To turn the TRAC system off may reduce power from the engine to turn the system off , quickly press and release the button. The Traction Control System OFF indicator light will come on . Press the button again to the wheels. Pressing to free it. Using other driving systems Disabling the TRAC system If the vehicle gets stuck in mud, dirt or snow, the TRAC system may make it easier for you to rock the vehicle in order to turn the system back on. 216 2-4.
Owner's Manual
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The brake pedal may be heard. The steering wheel may feel heavy as excessively worn tires on a snow covered road). ● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads. ■ Stopping distance when the ABS is frequent steering ... be felt through the vehicle body and steering. Using other driving systems ● Any of the following situations: ● When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads ● When driving with tire chains ● When driving over bumps in the road ● When driving over an extended period of these...
The brake pedal may be heard. The steering wheel may feel heavy as excessively worn tires on a snow covered road). ● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on wet or slick roads. ■ Stopping distance when the ABS is frequent steering ... be felt through the vehicle body and steering. Using other driving systems ● Any of the following situations: ● When driving on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads ● When driving with tire chains ● When driving over bumps in the road ● When driving over an extended period of these...
Owner's Manual
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... temperatures. • Engine oil • Washer fluid ● Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery. ● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to prevent it from freezing. ● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan, remove... may have accumulated on the exterior lights, vehicle's roof, chassis, around the tires or on the brakes. ● Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of the specified size, and that all 4 tires are the same size, same maker, same brand and tread pattern. ...
... temperatures. • Engine oil • Washer fluid ● Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery. ● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to prevent it from freezing. ● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan, remove... may have accumulated on the exterior lights, vehicle's roof, chassis, around the tires or on the brakes. ● Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of the specified size, and that all 4 tires are the same size, same maker, same brand and tread pattern. ...
Owner's Manual
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... freezing, use of an antifreeze additive in the fuel tank is refilled whenever the fuel level reaches half empty. 2 WARNING When driving ■ Driving with snow tires Observe the following precautions to do so may result in the fuel system and the risk of air pressure. ● Use...
... freezing, use of an antifreeze additive in the fuel tank is refilled whenever the fuel level reaches half empty. 2 WARNING When driving ■ Driving with snow tires Observe the following precautions to do so may result in the fuel system and the risk of air pressure. ● Use...
Owner's Manual
Page 374
... at a speed appropriate for 1 minute to indicate a system malfunction. ■ Tire life Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by your SUBARU dealer. ■ When to standard tires. Have the ID code registered by a qualified technician even if they have tire damage such as cuts, splits,... (4 mm) on after blinking for road and weather conditions. 310 4-3. After driving for about 20 minutes, the tire pressure warning light comes on snow tires The effectiveness of a cut or other damage ● A tire goes flat repeatedly or cannot be reduced on snowy and/or icy roads when...
... at a speed appropriate for 1 minute to indicate a system malfunction. ■ Tire life Any tire over 6 years old must be checked by your SUBARU dealer. ■ When to standard tires. Have the ID code registered by a qualified technician even if they have tire damage such as cuts, splits,... (4 mm) on after blinking for road and weather conditions. 310 4-3. After driving for about 20 minutes, the tire pressure warning light comes on snow tires The effectiveness of a cut or other damage ● A tire goes flat repeatedly or cannot be reduced on snowy and/or icy roads when...
Owner's Manual
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...not have radial construction. All season tires, however, do not have the same traction performance as the originally installed tires. Snow tires should be installed on snow-covered or icy roads. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Maximum load of tire Check that the maximum load of the ... the tire. (→P. 411) ■ Tire types 1 Summer tires Summer tires are designed to provide better traction in heavy or loose snow. Do not install studded tires without first checking local regulations for use of either the front axle or the rear axle, whichever is recommended....
...not have radial construction. All season tires, however, do not have the same traction performance as the originally installed tires. Snow tires should be installed on snow-covered or icy roads. Do-it-yourself maintenance ■ Maximum load of tire Check that the maximum load of the ... the tire. (→P. 411) ■ Tire types 1 Summer tires Summer tires are designed to provide better traction in heavy or loose snow. Do not install studded tires without first checking local regulations for use of either the front axle or the rear axle, whichever is recommended....
Owner's Manual
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Do not use tires if you do not use tire valve caps other than 313 those recommended by SUBARU. ● Only use radial tires. ● Do not mix summer, all season and snow tires. ● Do not use tire sizes other than those specified. 4-3. Failure to do so ... a tire pressure monitoring system) ● When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters, contact your SUBARU dealer as dangerous handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury. ● Make sure to prevent accidents. ...
Do not use tires if you do not use tire valve caps other than 313 those recommended by SUBARU. ● Only use radial tires. ● Do not mix summer, all season and snow tires. ● Do not use tire sizes other than those specified. 4-3. Failure to do so ... a tire pressure monitoring system) ● When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters, contact your SUBARU dealer as dangerous handling characteristics, which may lead to an accident resulting in death or serious injury. ● Make sure to prevent accidents. ...
Owner's Manual
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... bed truck. For vehicles with safety chains. Essential information If your vehicle needs to be towed If towing is not available in an emergency, your SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service, using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eyelet to move the vehicle to a safe location or to steer..., drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be used. Each safety chain should only be in the vehicle to free a stuck vehicle from sand or snow. This should be equally tightened and care must be attempted on hard surfaced roads for short distances at low speeds.
... bed truck. For vehicles with safety chains. Essential information If your vehicle needs to be towed If towing is not available in an emergency, your SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service, using a cable or chain secured to the emergency towing eyelet to move the vehicle to a safe location or to steer..., drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be used. Each safety chain should only be in the vehicle to free a stuck vehicle from sand or snow. This should be equally tightened and care must be attempted on hard surfaced roads for short distances at low speeds.
Owner's Manual
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.... 370 sure monitoring system) The compact spare tire is not equipped with some types of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the wheels or wheel housings. ● If non-genuine SUBARU wheels are used . ● If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves ...; When a tire is a lot of tires.) ● If tire chains are nearby. ● If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use SUBARU wheels, the tire pressure monitoring system may be disabled in the following conditions: (When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly with a tire...
.... 370 sure monitoring system) The compact spare tire is not equipped with some types of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the wheels or wheel housings. ● If non-genuine SUBARU wheels are used . ● If the ID code on the tire pressure warning valves ...; When a tire is a lot of tires.) ● If tire chains are nearby. ● If a radio set at similar frequencies is in use SUBARU wheels, the tire pressure monitoring system may be disabled in the following conditions: (When the condition becomes normal, the system will work properly with a tire...
Owner's Manual
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... to neutral (vehicles with a manual transmission) and release the parking brake. Then, while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal. Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear wheels. Restart the engine. Place wood, stones or some other material under the rear wheels to take in an... emergency If the vehicle becomes stuck Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow: STEP 1 Stop the engine. Steps to help provide traction. Shift the select lever to the D or R position (vehicles with an automatic ...
... to neutral (vehicles with a manual transmission) and release the parking brake. Then, while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal. Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear wheels. Restart the engine. Place wood, stones or some other material under the rear wheels to take in an... emergency If the vehicle becomes stuck Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow: STEP 1 Stop the engine. Steps to help provide traction. Shift the select lever to the D or R position (vehicles with an automatic ...
Owner's Manual
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...than 110, compared to the ASTM E1136 Standard Reference Test Tire, when using the snow traction test as described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which is marked with an Alpine Symbol ( least one... sidewall ) on at Snow tire Test rim Tread Tread rib Tread separation Treadwear indicators (TWI) Wheel-holding fixture The rim...
...than 110, compared to the ASTM E1136 Standard Reference Test Tire, when using the snow traction test as described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line on Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which is marked with an Alpine Symbol ( least one... sidewall ) on at Snow tire Test rim Tread Tread rib Tread separation Treadwear indicators (TWI) Wheel-holding fixture The rim...