Owner's Manual
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... system off may reduce power from the engine to the wheels. The control modes can be selected with two types of curves. To cancel snow mode, push the switch toward "SNOW" mode again. If equipped, push the switch towards the "SPORT" mode for sporty driving or when driving in mud, dirt or... snow, the traction control system may make it . When the button is pressed, Vehicle stability control (VSC) SPORT mode is equipped with the "VSC SPORT" button. ...
... system off may reduce power from the engine to the wheels. The control modes can be selected with two types of curves. To cancel snow mode, push the switch toward "SNOW" mode again. If equipped, push the switch towards the "SPORT" mode for sporty driving or when driving in mud, dirt or... snow, the traction control system may make it . When the button is pressed, Vehicle stability control (VSC) SPORT mode is equipped with the "VSC SPORT" button. ...
Owner's Manual
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... handle is another access key in a location 6 ft. (2 m) or more away from the vehicle (take slightly longer to operate it comes into contact with ice, snow, mud, etc. In this , no recognition signals will be given. ● If the door handle becomes wet when washing the vehicle while the access key...
... handle is another access key in a location 6 ft. (2 m) or more away from the vehicle (take slightly longer to operate it comes into contact with ice, snow, mud, etc. In this , no recognition signals will be given. ● If the door handle becomes wet when washing the vehicle while the access key...
Owner's Manual
Page 113
... the doors and trunk lid WARNING ■ Using the trunk Observe the following precautions. Make sure that the trunk lid is in windy weather as snow and ice, from being caught. ● When closing the trunk lid, make sure to press it lightly on the trunk lid may cause the trunk...
... the doors and trunk lid WARNING ■ Using the trunk Observe the following precautions. Make sure that the trunk lid is in windy weather as snow and ice, from being caught. ● When closing the trunk lid, make sure to press it lightly on the trunk lid may cause the trunk...
Owner's Manual
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... hot. ● If breathing becomes difficult 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 snow plows, winches, etc. Safety information WARNING ■ SRS airbag precautions ● Do not touch any... are stored, such as the steering wheel pad and front and rear pillar garnishes, are damaged or cracked, have deployed (inflated) as possible to your SUBARU dealer.
... hot. ● If breathing becomes difficult 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 snow plows, winches, etc. Safety information WARNING ■ SRS airbag precautions ● Do not touch any... are stored, such as the steering wheel pad and front and rear pillar garnishes, are damaged or cracked, have deployed (inflated) as possible to your SUBARU dealer.
Owner's Manual
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... a metallized film such as a lens, causing a fire. ● Always apply the parking brake, shift the select lever to P (vehicles with snow build-up around the vehicle while the engine is snowing. Suction cups or containers may cause the glass to the windshield or windows. Reflected sunlight may act as lenses, causing a fire...
... a metallized film such as a lens, causing a fire. ● Always apply the parking brake, shift the select lever to P (vehicles with snow build-up around the vehicle while the engine is snowing. Suction cups or containers may cause the glass to the windshield or windows. Reflected sunlight may act as lenses, causing a fire...
Owner's Manual
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Use snow mode for sporty driving or when driving in mountainous regions with lots of the switch again. 174 Use sport mode for accelerating and driving on slippery road surfaces such as snow. To cancel sport mode or snow mode, press the same side of curves. 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 . Snow mode The "SNOW" indicator comes on . 2-1.
Use snow mode for sporty driving or when driving in mountainous regions with lots of the switch again. 174 Use sport mode for accelerating and driving on slippery road surfaces such as snow. To cancel sport mode or snow mode, press the same side of curves. 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 . Snow mode The "SNOW" indicator comes on . 2-1.
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: ●... If downshifting operations are used and gears change at a vehicle speed by which downshifting is activated while driving in sport mode or snow mode. ● When cruise control is not possible (when downshifting will cause the engine speed to when driving with cruise control...
...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: ●... If downshifting operations are used and gears change at a vehicle speed by which downshifting is activated while driving in sport mode or snow mode. ● When cruise control is not possible (when downshifting will cause the engine speed to when driving with cruise control...
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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... speed when driving down a steep hill. ● During emergency towing 214 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 an accident. ■ To avoid operating the cruise control...
... speed when driving down a steep hill. ● During emergency towing 214 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 an accident. ■ To avoid operating the cruise control...
Owner's Manual
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To turn the TRAC system off may reduce power from the engine to free it easier for you to rock the vehicle in mud, dirt or snow, the TRAC system may make it . In this case, the brake LSD function remains on . 216 Press the button again to turn the system off , quickly press and release the button. 2-4. Pressing to turn the system back on . Using other driving systems Disabling the TRAC system If the vehicle gets stuck in order to the wheels. The Traction Control System OFF indicator light will come on.
To turn the TRAC system off may reduce power from the engine to free it easier for you to rock the vehicle in mud, dirt or snow, the TRAC system may make it . In this case, the brake LSD function remains on . 216 Press the button again to turn the system off , quickly press and release the button. 2-4. Pressing to turn the system back on . Using other driving systems Disabling the TRAC system If the vehicle gets stuck in order to the wheels. The Traction Control System OFF indicator light will come on.
Owner's Manual
Page 283
... the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may feel heavy as excessively worn tires on a snow covered road). ● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads ● When driving with tire chains ● When driving over bumps in the road ● When...
... the steering wheel is operated, a motor sound (whirring sound) may feel heavy as excessively worn tires on a snow covered road). ● The vehicle hydroplanes while driving at high speed on dirt, gravel or snow-covered roads ● When driving with tire chains ● When driving over bumps in the road ● When...
Owner's Manual
Page 290
... outside temperatures. • Engine oil • Washer fluid ● Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery. ● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing. ● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan, remove any... 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. ■ ...
... outside temperatures. • Engine oil • Washer fluid ● Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery. ● Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires. Wipe away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing. ● To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan, remove any... 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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... risk of its effect lasts longer if the 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 tank is used, its freezing, use of an antifreeze additive in a loss... of vehicle control and cause death or serious injury. ● Use tires of air pressure. ● Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels. 229 Use only additives that are the same size, same maker, same brand and tread pattern. ● Maintain...
... risk of its effect lasts longer if the 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 tank is used, its freezing, use of an antifreeze additive in a loss... of vehicle control and cause death or serious injury. ● Use tires of air pressure. ● Use snow tires on all, not just some wheels. 229 Use only additives that are the same size, same maker, same brand and tread pattern. ● Maintain...
Owner's Manual
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... tire pressure monitor- After driving for about 20 minutes, the tire pressure warning light comes on snow tires The effectiveness of snow tires is necessary to the If you are not sure, consult with your SUBARU dealer. ■ Replacing tires and wheels (vehicles with a unique ID code. When replacing a ...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 replace your vehicle's tires Tires should be replaced if: ● You have seldom or never been used or damage ...
... tire pressure monitor- After driving for about 20 minutes, the tire pressure warning light comes on snow tires The effectiveness of snow tires is necessary to the If you are not sure, consult with your SUBARU dealer. ■ Replacing tires and wheels (vehicles with a unique ID code. When replacing a ...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 replace your vehicle's tires Tires should be replaced if: ● You have seldom or never been used or damage ...
Owner's Manual
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...of the replacement tire is greater. 4-3. Also, all season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance compared with snow tires in snow and to highway driving under dry conditions. Snow tires should be installed on all four tires. 2 All season tires All season tires are designed to provide better ...all wheels. (→P. 226) 4 Maintenance and care 311 For the GAWR, see the load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure mentioned on snow-covered roads or icy roads, the use year round. For the maximum load of either the front axle or the rear axle, whichever is ...
...of the replacement tire is greater. 4-3. Also, all season tires fall short in acceleration and handling performance compared with snow tires in snow and to highway driving under dry conditions. Snow tires should be installed on all four tires. 2 All season tires All season tires are designed to provide better ...all wheels. (→P. 226) 4 Maintenance and care 311 For the GAWR, see the load limit at maximum cold tire inflation pressure mentioned on snow-covered roads or icy roads, the use year round. For the maximum load of either the front axle or the rear axle, whichever is ...
Owner's Manual
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...following precautions to install 4 tires that are of the specified size, and that all season and snow tires. ● Do not use tire sizes other than those specified. those recommended by SUBARU. ● Only use radial tires. ● Do not mix summer, all 4 tires are... 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 be damaged if not handled correctly. 4-3. The cap may become stuck. ● When replacing tire...
...following precautions to install 4 tires that are of the specified size, and that all season and snow tires. ● Do not use tire sizes other than those specified. those recommended by SUBARU. ● Only use radial tires. ● Do not mix summer, all 4 tires are... 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 be damaged if not handled correctly. 4-3. The cap may become stuck. ● When replacing tire...
Owner's Manual
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The vehicle must be used. Emergency towing If a tow truck is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by 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 be ... the front towing eyelet may be towed If towing is not available in an emergency, your vehicle needs to free a stuck vehicle from sand or snow. 5-1. The vehicle's wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in the vehicle to pull the chains so tightly that the suspension bottoms out...
The vehicle must be used. Emergency towing If a tow truck is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by 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 be ... the front towing eyelet may be towed If towing is not available in an emergency, your vehicle needs to free a stuck vehicle from sand or snow. 5-1. The vehicle's wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in the vehicle to pull the chains so tightly that the suspension bottoms out...
Owner's Manual
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... transmitter. Steps to take in an emergency ■ When a tire is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the wheels or wheel housings. ● If non-genuine SUBARU wheels are used. (Even if you use SUBARU wheels, the tire pressure monitoring system may be disabled in the following conditions...
... transmitter. Steps to take in an emergency ■ When a tire is a lot of snow or ice on the vehicle, in particular around the wheels or wheel housings. ● If non-genuine SUBARU wheels are used. (Even if you use SUBARU wheels, the tire pressure monitoring system may be disabled in the following conditions...
Owner's Manual
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5-2. Shift the select lever to the D or R position (vehicles with a manual transmission) and release the parking brake. Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear wheels. Then, while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal. Steps to 1 or R position (vehicles with an ... 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. Set the parking brake and shift the select lever to P (vehicles with a manual transmission). Restart the engine. Place ...
5-2. Shift the select lever to the D or R position (vehicles with a manual transmission) and release the parking brake. Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the rear wheels. Then, while exercising caution, depress the accelerator pedal. Steps to 1 or R position (vehicles with an ... 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. Set the parking brake and shift the select lever to P (vehicles with a manual transmission). Restart the engine. Place ...
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...