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Maintenance and service

Maintenance schedule ....................................... 11-3 Recommended fluid ......................................... 11-21

Maintenance precautions................................... 11-3 Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles).......... 11-21
Before checking or servicing in the engine Checking the oil level ...................................... 11-21
compartment.................................................... 11-4 Recommended grade and viscosity .................. 11-22
When you do checking or servicing in the engine Rear differential gear oil.................................. 11-22
compartment while the engine is running.......... 11-4 Checking the gear oil level............................... 11-22
Engine hood ....................................................... 11-5 Recommended grade and viscosity .................. 11-23
Engine compartment overview.......................... 11-6 Power steering fluid ........................................ 11-24
Non-turbo models .............................................. 11-6 Checking the fluid level.................................... 11-24
Turbo models ..................................................... 11-7 Recommended fluid ......................................... 11-25
Engine oil............................................................ 11-8 Brake fluid........................................................ 11-25
Checking the oil level ......................................... 11-8 Checking the fluid level.................................... 11-25
Changing the oil and oil filter.............................. 11-9 Recommended brake fluid ............................... 11-26
Recommended grade and viscosity .................. 11-11 Clutch fluid (MT vehicles) ............................... 11-26
Recommended grade and viscosity under severe Checking the fluid level.................................... 11-26
driving conditions .......................................... 11-12 Recommended clutch fluid............................... 11-27
Synthetic oil..................................................... 11-12
Brake booster .................................................. 11-27
Cooling system ................................................ 11-12
Brake pedal ...................................................... 11-28
Cooling fan, hose and connections ................... 11-12
Checking the brake pedal free play .................. 11-28
Engine coolant ................................................. 11-13
Checking the brake pedal reserve distance....... 11-28
Air cleaner element .......................................... 11-15
Clutch pedal (MT vehicles).............................. 11-28 11
Replacing the air cleaner element ..................... 11-16
Checking the clutch function............................ 11-28
Spark plugs ...................................................... 11-18 Checking the clutch pedal free play.................. 11-29
Recommended spark plugs .............................. 11-18
Hill start assist system (MT vehicles) ............ 11-29
Drive belts ........................................................ 11-18
Replacement of brake pad and lining ............ 11-29
Manual transmission oil .................................. 11-19 Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ....... 11-30
Checking the oil level ....................................... 11-19
Parking brake stroke ....................................... 11-30
Recommended grade and viscosity .................. 11-20
Tires and wheels.............................................. 11-31
Automatic transmission fluid .......................... 11-20
Types of tires................................................... 11-31
Checking the fluid level .................................... 11-20

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Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) Battery .............................................................. 11-43

(U.S.-spec. models) ........................................ 11-31 Fuses ................................................................ 11-44
Tire inspection ................................................. 11-33
Main fuse.......................................................... 11-45
Tire pressures and wear ................................... 11-33
Wheel balance.................................................. 11-35
Installation of accessories .............................. 11-45
Wear indicators ................................................ 11-35 Replacing bulbs ............................................... 11-46
Tire rotation direction mark .............................. 11-36 Headlights (vehicles with HID headlights) ......... 11-47
Tire rotation ..................................................... 11-36 Headlights (vehicles without HID
headlights) .................................................... 11-48
Tire replacement .............................................. 11-37
Position light ................................................... 11-50
Wheel replacement........................................... 11-37
Front turn signal light ...................................... 11-50
Aluminum wheels............................................. 11-38 Rear combination lights ................................... 11-50
Windshield washer fluid .................................. 11-38 License plate light ........................................... 11-51
Replacement of wiper blades .......................... 11-39 Dome light, map light, cargo area light and door
Windshield wiper blade assembly ..................... 11-40 step light ....................................................... 11-51
Windshield wiper blade rubber ......................... 11-40 Other bulbs ..................................................... 11-52
Rear window wiper blade assembly .................. 11-41
Rear window wiper blade rubber....................... 11-41

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Maintenance and service 11-3

Maintenance schedule Maintenance precautions . Always be very careful to avoid

injury when working on the vehi-
The scheduled maintenance items re- When maintenance and service are re- cle. Remember that some of the
quired to be serviced at regular intervals quired, it is recommended that all work be materials in the vehicle may be
are shown in the “Warranty and Main- done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. hazardous if improperly used or
tenance Booklet”. handled, for example, battery
If you perform maintenance and service acid.
For details of your maintenance schedule, by yourself, you should familiarize yourself
read the separate “Warranty and Main- with the information provided in this . Your vehicle should only be ser-
tenance Booklet”. section on general maintenance and viced by persons fully competent
service for your SUBARU. to do so. Serious personal injury
may result to persons not experi-
Incorrect or incomplete service could enced in servicing vehicles.
cause improper or unsafe vehicle opera- . Always use the proper tools and
tion. Any problems caused by improper make certain that they are well
maintenance and service performed by maintained.
you are not eligible for warranty coverage.
. Never get under the vehicle sup-
WARNING ported only by a jack. Always use
safety stands to support the
. Testing of an All-Wheel Drive vehicle.
vehicle must NEVER be per- . Never keep the engine running in
formed on a single two-wheel a poorly ventilated area, such as
dynamometer or similar appara- a garage or other closed areas.
tus. Attempting to do so will
. Do not smoke or allow open 11
result in transmission damage
flames around the fuel or battery.
and in uncontrolled vehicle
This will cause a fire.
movement and may cause an
accident or injuries to persons . Because the fuel system is under
nearby. pressure, replacement of the fuel
filter should be performed only
. Always select a safe area when
by your SUBARU dealer.
performing maintenance on your
vehicle. . Wear adequate eye protection to

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11-4 Maintenance and service

guard against getting oil or fluids & Before checking or servicing & When you do checking or
in your eyes. If something does in the engine compartment servicing in the engine com-
get in your eyes, thoroughly partment while the engine is
wash them out with clean water. WARNING running
. Do not tamper with the wiring of
the SRS airbag system or seat- . Always stop the engine and set WARNING
belt pretensioner system, or at- the parking brake firmly to pre-
tempt to take its connectors vent the vehicle from moving. A running engine can be dangerous.
apart, as that may activate the . Always let the engine cool down. Keep your fingers, hands, clothing,
system or it can render it inop- Engine parts become very hot hair and tools away from the cooling
erative. The wiring and connec- when the engine is running and fan, belts and any other moving
tors of these systems are yellow remain hot for some time after engine parts. Removing rings,
for easy identification. NEVER the engine is stopped. watches and ties is advisable.
use a circuit tester for this wiring. . Do not spill engine oil, engine
If your SRS airbag or seatbelt coolant, brake fluid or any other
pretensioner needs service, con- fluid on hot engine components.
sult your nearest SUBARU deal- This may cause a fire.
er.
. Always remove the key from the
ignition switch. When the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position,
the cooling fan may operate
suddenly even when the engine
is stopped.
. Before performing any servicing
on a vehicle equipped with a
remote engine start system (a
dealer option) temporarily place
that system in the service mode
to prevent it from unexpectedly
starting the engine.

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Maintenance and service 11-5

Engine hood WARNING

To open the hood: Always check that the hood is
1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the properly locked before you start
windshield, return them to their original driving. If it is not, it might fly open
position. while the vehicle is moving and
block your view, which may cause
an accident and serious bodily in-
jury.

3. Release the secondary hood release

by moving the lever between the front
grille and the hood toward the left.
4. Lift up the hood.
To close the hood:
1. Lower the hood to a height of approxi-
2. Pull the hood release knob under the
mately 5.9 in (15 cm) above its closed
instrument panel.
position and then let it drop.
2. After closing the hood, be sure the
hood is securely locked. 11
If this does not close the hood, release it
from a slightly higher position. Do not push
the hood forcibly to close it. It could
deform the metal.

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11-6 Maintenance and service

1) Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-

Engine compartment overview 24)
2) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT)
& Non-turbo models (page 11-19) or Differential gear oil level
gauge (AT) (page 11-21)
3) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-26)
4) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge
(page 11-20)
5) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-25)
6) Fuse box (page 11-44)
7) Battery (page 11-43)
8) Windshield washer tank (page 11-38)
9) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-8)
10) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-13)
11) Radiator cap (page 11-13)
12) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-8)
13) Air cleaner element (page 11-15)

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Maintenance and service 11-7

& Turbo models 1) Power steering fluid reservoir

(page 11-24)
2) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT)
(page 11-19) or differential gear oil level
gauge (AT) (page 11-21)
3) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-26)
4) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge
(page 11-20)
5) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-25)
6) Fuse box (page 11-44)
7) Battery (page 11-43)
8) Windshield washer tank (page 11-38)
9) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-8)
10) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-13)
11) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-8)
12) Radiator cap (page 11-13)
13) Air cleaner element (page 11-15)

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11-8 Maintenance and service

Engine oil & Checking the oil level

Check the engine oil level at each fuel
stop.
NOTE
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
. The engine oil consumption rate is
stop the engine.
not stabilized, and therefore cannot be
determined until the vehicle has tra-
veled at least several thousand miles
(kilometers). Even after break-in, when
the vehicle is used under severe driv-
ing conditions such as those men-
tioned in the Warranty and Mainte-
nance Booklet, engine oil is consumed
or deteriorated more quickly than un- 1) Notch
der normal driving conditions. If you 2) Upper level
drive your vehicle under these severe 3) Lower level
conditions, you should check the oil 4. Pull out the level gauge again and
level at least at every second fuel fill-up check the oil level on it. If it is below the
time, and change the oil more fre- lower level, add oil to bring the level up to
quently. Please refer to the Warranty 2. Pull out the level gauge that has the
“ ” symbol on top, wipe it clean, and the upper level.
and Maintenance Booklet for more de-
tails. insert it again.
. If the oil consumption rate seems 3. Be sure the level gauge is correctly CAUTION
abnormally high after the break-in inserted until it stops.
period, for example more than 1 quart . Use only engine oil with the
per 1,200 miles or 1 liter per 2,000 recommended grade and vis-
kilometers, contact your SUBARU deal- cosity.
er. . Be careful not to spill engine oil
when adding it. If oil touches the
exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad
smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If
engine oil gets on the exhaust

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Maintenance and service 11-9

pipe, be sure to wipe it off. properly.

If you check the oil level just after stopping WARNING

the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil to
drain back into the oil pan before checking Be careful not to burn yourself with
the level. hot engine oil.
Just after driving or while the engine is
warm, the engine oil level reading may be 5. Wipe the seating surface of the drain
in a range between the upper level and plug with a clean cloth and tighten it
the notch mark. This is caused by thermal securely with a new sealing washer after
expansion of the engine oil. the oil has completely drained out.
To prevent overfilling the engine oil, do not 6. Remove the under cover.
add any additional oil above the upper
Turbo models
level when the engine is cold.
& Changing the oil and oil filter
Change the oil and oil filter according to
the maintenance schedule in the “War-
ranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
The engine oil and oil filter must be
changed more frequently than listed in
the maintenance schedule when driving
on dusty roads, when short trips are
frequently made, or when driving in 11
extremely cold weather.
Turbo models
1. Warm up the engine by letting the
engine idle for approximately 10 minutes
to ease draining the engine oil. Non-turbo models
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and 4. Drain out the engine oil by removing
stop the engine. the drain plug while the engine is still
3. Remove the oil filler cap. warm. The used oil should be drained into
an appropriate container and disposed of
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must use the level gauge to confirm that

Amount of
Oil filter color Part number rotation the level is correct.
Black
13. Start the engine and make sure that no
15208AA100 1 rotation
oil leaks appear around the filter’s rubber
seal and drain plug.
CAUTION 14. Run the engine until it reaches the
normal operating temperature. Then stop
. Never over tighten the oil filter the engine and wait a few minutes to allow
because that can result in an oil the oil drain back. Check the oil level
leak. again and if necessary, add more engine
. Thoroughly wipe off any engine oil.
oil that has spilled over the
exhaust pipe and/or under-cover.
Non-turbo models CAUTION
If spilled oil is not promptly
7. Remove the oil filter with an oil filter wiped up, the oil could cause a Be careful not to spill engine oil
wrench. fire. when adding it. If oil touches the
8. Before installing a new oil filter, apply a exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad
thin coat of engine oil to the seal. 11. Reinstall under cover. smell, smoke, and/or a fire.
9. Clean the rubber seal seating area of 12. Pour engine oil through the filler neck.
the bottom of engine and install the oil
filter by hand turning. Be careful not to Oil capacity (guideline):
twist or damage the seal. 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt)
10. Tighten the oil filter by the amount
indicated in the following table after the The oil quantity indicated above is only
seal makes contact with the bottom of guideline.
engine. The necessary quantity of oil depends on
the quantity of oil that has been drained.
The quantity of drained oil differs slightly
depending on the temperature of the oil
and the time the oil is left flowing out. After
refilling the engine with oil, therefore, you

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& Recommended grade and capabilities

viscosity
Oil grade:
ILSAC GF-4, which can be identified with
the ILSAC certification mark (Starburst
mark)
or API classification SM with the words
“ENERGY CONSERVING”

These recommended oil grades can be

identified by looking for either or both of
the following marks displayed on the oil SAE viscosity No. and applicable tempera-
container. ture
ILSAC Certification Mark (Starburst Mark)
*: 5W-30 is preferred.
In choosing an oil, you want the proper
quality and viscosity, as well as one that Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects fuel
will add to fuel economy. The following economy. Oils of lower viscosity provide
table lists the recommended viscosities better fuel economy. However, in hot
and applicable temperatures. weather, oil of higher viscosity is required
to properly lubricate the engine.
When adding oil, different brands may be
used together as long as they are the CAUTION
same API classification and SAE viscosity
as those recommended by SUBARU. Use only engine oil with the recom-
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mended grade and viscosity.

API Service label

1) Indicates the oil quality by API designa-
tions
2) Indicates the SAE oil viscosity grade
3) Indicates that the oil has fuel saving

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11-12 Maintenance and service

& Recommended grade and Cooling system shortened to that of the mixing
viscosity under severe driv- coolant.
ing conditions . Do not splash the engine coolant
WARNING over painted parts. The alcohol
If the vehicle is used in desert areas, in
areas with very high temperatures, or is contained in the engine coolant
Never attempt to remove the radia-
used for heavy-duty applications, use of may damage the paint surface.
tor cap until the engine has been
oil with the following grade and viscosities shut off and has cooled down
is recommended. completely. Since the coolant is
under pressure, you may suffer
& Cooling fan, hose and con-
API classification SM (or SL): serious burns from a spray of boil- nections
SAE viscosity No.: 30, 40, 10W-50, ing hot coolant when the cap is Your vehicle employs an electric cooling
20W-40, 20W-50 removed. fan which is thermostatically controlled to
operate when the engine coolant reaches
a specific temperature.
& Synthetic oil CAUTION If the radiator cooling fan does not operate
even when the coolant temperature high
You can use synthetic engine oil that . Vehicles are filled at the factory warning light illuminates, the cooling fan
meets the same requirements given for with SUBARU Super Coolant that circuit may be defective. Check the fuse
conventional engine oil. When using does not require the first change and replace it if necessary. If the fuse is
synthetic oil, you must use oil of the same for 11 years/137,500 miles (11 not blown, have the cooling system
classification, viscosity and grade shown years/220,000 km). This coolant checked by your SUBARU dealer.
in this Owner’s Manual, and must follow should not be mixed with any
the oil and filter changing intervals shown other brand or type of coolant If frequent addition of coolant is neces-
in the maintenance schedule. during this period. Mixing with a sary, there may be a leak in the engine
different coolant will reduce the cooling system. It is recommended that
life of the coolant. Should it be the cooling system and connections be
necessary to top up the coolant checked for leaks, damage, or looseness.
for any reason, use only
SUBARU Super Coolant.
If the SUBARU Super Coolant is
diluted with another brand or
type, the maintenance interval is

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Maintenance and service 11-13

! Changing the coolant
& Engine coolant
! Checking the coolant level WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radia-
tor cap until the engine has been
shut off and has cooled down
completely. Since the coolant is
under pressure, you may suffer
serious burns from a spray of boil-
ing hot coolant when the cap is
removed.

Always add genuine SUBARU cooling

3. After refilling the reserve tank and the system conditioner whenever the coolant
radiator, reinstall the caps and check that is replaced.
the rubber gaskets inside the radiator cap Change the engine coolant and add
1) “FULL” level mark are in the proper position. genuine SUBARU cooling system condi-
2) “LOW” level mark
tioner using the following procedures
Check the coolant level at each fuel stop. CAUTION according to the maintenance schedule.
1. Check the coolant level on the outside . Be careful not to spill engine 1. Remove the under cover.
of the reservoir while the engine is cool. coolant when adding it. If coolant
2. If the level is close to or lower than the touches the exhaust pipe, it may
“LOW” level mark, add coolant up to the
“FULL” level mark. If the reserve tank is
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or
a fire. If engine coolant gets on
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empty, remove the radiator cap and refill the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe
as required. it off.
. Do not splash the engine coolant
over painted parts. The alcohol
contained in the engine coolant
may damage the paint surface.

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11-14 Maintenance and service

room to add genuine SUBARU cooling

system conditioner in the radiator. Add
genuine SUBARU cooling system condi-
tioner until the coolant level reaches the
filler neck. Do not pour the coolant too
quickly, as this may lead to insufficient air
bleeding and trapped air in the system.

Guideline of coolant quantity (including

coolant in reservoir tank):
Non-turbo models:
MT: 7.2 US qt (6.8 liters, 6.0 Imp qt)
AT: 7.1 US qt (6.7 liters, 5.9 Imp qt)
2. Place a proper container under the Non-turbo models Turbo models:
drain plug and loosen the drain plug. 1) Fill up to this level
8.5 US qt (8.0 liters, 7.0 Imp qt)
3. Loosen the radiator cap to drain the
coolant from the radiator. Then drain the
coolant from the reserve tank. Tighten the
drain plug securely.
NOTE (turbo model only)
The cap (without tabs) on top of the
radiator does not need to be removed.
To add coolant, remove the cap (with
tabs) on the coolant tank on top of the
engine.
4. Install the under cover.
Turbo models
1) Fill up to this level

5. Slowly pour the coolant and fill up to

just below the filler neck, allowing enough

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Maintenance and service 11-15

Air cleaner element

WARNING
Do not operate the engine with the
air cleaner element removed. The air
cleaner element not only filters
intake air but also stops flames if
the engine backfires. If the air
cleaner element is not installed
when the engine backfires, you
could be burned.
1) “FULL” level mark 7. Put the radiator cap back on and
2) “LOW” level mark tighten firmly. At this time, make sure that CAUTION
the rubber gasket in the radiator cap is
CAUTION correctly in place. When replacing the air cleaner ele-
8. Start and run the engine for more than ment, use a genuine SUBARU air
. Be careful not to spill engine 5 minutes at 2,000 to 3,000 rpm. cleaner element. If it is not used,
coolant when adding it. If coolant 9. Stop the engine and wait until the there is the possibility of causing a
touches the exhaust pipe, it may coolant cools down (122 to 1408F [50 to negative effect to the engine.
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or 608C]). If there is any loss of coolant, add
a fire. If engine coolant gets on coolant to the radiator’s filler neck and to The air cleaner element functions as a
the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe the reserve tank’s “FULL” level. filter screen. When the element is perfo- 11
it off. rated or removed, engine wear will be
10. Put the radiator cap and reservoir cap
. Do not splash the engine coolant back on and tighten firmly. excessive and engine life shortened.
over painted parts. The alcohol
contained in the engine coolant The air cleaner element is a dry type. It is
may damage the paint surface. unnecessary to clean or wash the ele-
ment.
6. Pour the coolant and fill to the reser-
voir tank’s “FULL” level mark.
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& Replacing the air cleaner cleaner case.

element 3. Unsnap the two clips holding the air
Replace the air cleaner element according cleaner case cover.
to the maintenance schedule in the
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Un-
der extremely dusty conditions, replace it
more frequently. It is recommended that
you always use genuine SUBARU parts.
! Non-turbo models

6. To install the air cleaner case cover,

insert the three projections on the air
cleaner case cover into the slits on the
4. Open the air cleaner case cover and air cleaner case and then snap the two
remove the air cleaner element. clips on the air cleaner case cover.
5. Clean the inside of the air cleaner
cover and case with a damp cloth and
install a new air cleaner element.

1) Connector
2) Clamp
3) Air intake boot
4) Clip

1. Unplug the connector that is attached

to the top of the air cleaner case.
2. Loosen the screw of the clamp and
pull the air intake boot out of the air

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Maintenance and service 11-17

! Turbo models to the top of the air cleaner case. cover and case with a damp cloth and
install a new air cleaner element.

1. Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on 3. Unsnap the two clips holding the air
the air intake duct, then remove the air cleaner case cover.
intake duct.

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4. Open the air cleaner case cover and

2. Unplug the connector that is attached remove the air cleaner element.
5. Clean the inside of the air cleaner

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11-18 Maintenance and service

Spark plugs & Recommended spark plugs Drive belts

Non-turbo models:
FR5AP-11 (NGK)
Turbo models:
SILFR6A (NGK)

It may be difficult to replace the spark 1) Power steering pump pulley

plugs. It is recommended that you have 2) Front side belt
the spark plugs replaced by your 3) Alternator
SUBARU dealer. 4) Air conditioner compressor pulley
5) Rear side belt
The spark plugs should be replaced 6) Crank pulley
according to the maintenance schedule A) 98 N (10 kgf, 22 lbf)
in the “Warranty and Maintenance Book-
The alternator, power steering pump, and
let”.
air conditioner compressor depend on
CAUTION drive belts. Satisfactory performance re-
quires that belt tension be correct.
. When disconnecting the spark To check the tension of the front side belt,
plug cables, always grasp the place a straightedge (ruler) across two
spark plug cap, not the cables. adjacent pulleys (alternator and crank
. Make sure the cables are re- pulley) and apply a force of 22 lbs (98 N,
placed in the correct order. 10 kg) midway between the pulleys by

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Maintenance and service 11-19

using a spring scale. Belt deflection Manual transmission oil

should be the amount specified. If the
front side belt is loose, cracked, or worn, & Checking the oil level
contact your SUBARU dealer.
in (mm)
Deflection
New belt Used belt
0.28 – 0.35 0.35 – 0.43
A (7.0 – 9.0) (9.0 – 11.0)

The rear side belt is a stretch-type belt,

and the deflection and tension do not
need to be checked. If there are cracks or
wear confirmed on the belts and a 1) Upper level
2) Lower level
squeaking sound is heard from them,
contact your SUBARU dealer. 3. Pull out the level gauge again and
1) Yellow handle check the oil level on it. If it is below the
lower level, add oil through the level
Check the oil level monthly.
gauge hole to bring the level up to the
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and upper level.
stop the engine.
2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean,
and insert it again. CAUTION
Be careful not to spill manual trans-
11
mission oil when adding it. If oil
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a
fire. If oil gets on the exhaust pipe,
be sure to wipe it off.

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11-20 Maintenance and service

& Recommended grade and Automatic transmission fluid

viscosity
Each oil manufacturer has its own base & Checking the fluid level
oils and additives. Never use different The automatic transmission fluid expands
brands together. largely as its temperature rises; the fluid
level differs according to fluid temperature.
Oil grade: Therefore, there are two different scales
API classification GL-5 for checking the level of hot fluid and cold
fluid on the level gauge.
Though the fluid level can be checked
without warming up the fluid on the
“COLD” range, it is recommended to
check the fluid level when the fluid is at 1) Yellow handle
operating temperature.
! Checking the fluid level when the
fluid is hot
1. Drive the vehicle several miles to raise
the temperature of the transmission fluid
up to normal operating temperature; 158
to 1768F (70 to 808C) is normal.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
SAE viscosity No. and applicable tempera- set the parking brake.
ture
3. First shift the selector lever in each
position. Then shift it in the “P” position,
and run the engine at idling speed.
1) HOT range
2) COLD range
3) Upper level
4) Lower level

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4. Pull out the level gauge and check the & Recommended fluid Front differential gear oil (AT
fluid level on the gauge. If it is below the
lower level on the “HOT” range, add the
vehicles)
Use one of the following types of auto-
recommended automatic transmission matic transmission fluid. & Checking the oil level
fluid up to the upper level. SUBARU ATF Type-HP
IDEMITSU ATF HP
! Checking the fluid level when the
fluid is cold
When the fluid level has to be checked NOTE
without time to warm up the automatic Using any non-specified type of auto-
transmission, check to see that the fluid matic transmission fluid could result in
level is between the lower level and upper damage inside the transmission. When
level on the “COLD” range. If it is below replacing the automatic transmission
that range, add fluid up to the upper level. fluid, be sure to use the kind specified.
Be careful not to overfill.

CAUTION
Be careful not to spill automatic 1) Yellow handle
transmission fluid when adding it.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
If automatic transmission fluid
stop the engine.
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a 2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean,
and insert it again.
fire. If automatic transmission fluid
gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to
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wipe it off.

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& Recommended grade and Rear differential gear oil

viscosity
Each oil manufacturer has its own base & Checking the gear oil level
oils and additives. Never use different
brands together.

Oil grade:
API classification GL-5

1) Upper level
2) Lower level

3. Pull out the level gauge again and

check the oil level on it. If it is below the 1) Filler plug
lower level, add oil to bring the level up to 2) Drain plug
the upper level.

CAUTION
Be careful not to spill front differ- SAE viscosity No. and applicable tempera-
ential gear oil when adding it. If oil ture
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a
fire. If oil gets on the exhaust pipe,
be sure to wipe it off.

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it off. & Recommended grade and

. If the vehicle requires frequent viscosity
refilling, there may be an oil leak. Each oil manufacturer has its own base
If you suspect a problem, have oils and additives. Never use different
the vehicle checked at your brands together.
SUBARU dealer.
Oil grade:
API classification GL-5

1) Filler hole
2) Drain hole
3) Oil level
Remove the plug from the filler hole and
check the oil level. The oil level should be
kept even with the bottom of the filler hole.
If the oil level is below the bottom edge of
the hole, add oil through the filler hole to
raise the level.

CAUTION SAE viscosity No. and applicable tempera-

ture
11
. Be careful not to spill rear differ-
ential gear oil when adding it. If
rear differential gear oil touches
the exhaust pipe, it may cause a
bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If
rear differential gear oil gets on
the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe

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Power steering fluid WARNING

& Checking the fluid level Be careful not to burn yourself
because the fluid may be hot.

CAUTION
. When power steering fluid is
being added, use only clean fluid,
and be careful not to allow any
dirt into the tank. And never use
different brands together.
2. Check the fluid level of the reservoir . Avoid spilling fluid when adding
tank. it in the tank.
When the fluid is hot after the vehicle has . Be careful not to spill power
The power steering fluid expands greatly been run: Check that the oil level is steering fluid when adding it. If
as its temperature rises; the fluid level between “HOT MIN” and “HOT MAX” on power steering fluid touches the
differs according to fluid temperature. the surface of the reservoir tank. exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad
Therefore, the reservoir tank has two When the fluid is cool before the vehicle is smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If
different checking ranges for hot and cold run: Check that the oil level is between power steering fluid gets on the
fluids. “COLD MIN” and “COLD MAX” on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it
surface of the reservoir tank. off.
Check the power steering fluid level 3. If the fluid level is lower than the
monthly. applicable “MIN” line, add the recom-
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, mended fluid as necessary to bring the
and stop the engine. level between the “MIN” and “MAX” line.
If the fluid level is extremely low, it may
indicate possible leakage. Consult your
SUBARU dealer for an inspection.

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& Recommended fluid Brake fluid clean water. For safety, when
performing this work, wearing
Use one of the following types of auto- & Checking the fluid level eye protection is advisable.
matic transmission fluid. . Brake fluid absorbs moisture
SUBARU ATF Type-HP from the air. Any absorbed moist-
IDEMITSU ATF HP ure can cause a dangerous loss
of braking performance.
. If the vehicle requires frequent
refilling, there may be a leak. If
you suspect a problem, have the
vehicle checked at your SUBARU
dealer.

CAUTION

1) “MAX” level mark . Never use different brands of

2) “MIN” level mark brake fluid together. Also, avoid
mixing DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake
Check the fluid level monthly. fluids even if they are of the same
Check the fluid level on the outside of the brand.
reservoir. If the level is below “MIN”, add . When adding brake fluid, be care-
the recommended brake fluid to “MAX”. ful not to allow any dirt into the
Use only brake fluid from a sealed reservoir. 11
container.
. Never splash the brake fluid over
WARNING painted surfaces or rubber parts.
Alcohol contained in the brake
. Never let brake fluid contact your fluid may damage them.
eyes because brake fluid can be . Be careful not to spill brake fluid
harmful to your eyes. If brake when adding it. If brake fluid
fluid gets in your eyes, immedi- touches the exhaust pipe, it may
ately flush them thoroughly with
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cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or Clutch fluid (MT vehicles) advisable.
a fire. If brake fluid gets on the
exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it & Checking the fluid level
off. CAUTION
. Clutch fluid absorbs moisture
& Recommended brake fluid from the air. Any absorbed moist-
ure can cause improper clutch
operation.
FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 brake fluid
. If the vehicle requires frequent
refilling, there may be a leak. If
you suspect a problem, have the
vehicle checked at your SUBARU
dealer.
. Never use different brands of
clutch fluid together.
Check the fluid level on the outside of the . When clutch fluid is added, be
reservoir. If the level is below “MIN” level careful not to allow any dirt into
mark, add the recommended clutch fluid the tank.
to “MAX” level mark. . Never splash the clutch fluid over
Use only clutch fluid from a sealed painted surfaces or rubber parts.
container. Alcohol contained in the clutch
fluid may damage them.
WARNING . Be careful not to spill clutch fluid
Never let clutch fluid contact your when adding it. If clutch fluid
eyes because clutch fluid can be touches the exhaust pipe, it may
harmful to your eyes. If clutch fluid cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or
gets in your eyes, immediately flush a fire. If clutch fluid gets on the
them thoroughly with clean water. exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it
For safety, when performing this off.
work, wearing eye protection is

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& Recommended clutch fluid Brake booster erly.

. You might feel that the brake pedal
FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 brake fluid If the brake booster does not operate as is applied by lighter force and gener-
described in the following, have it checked ates a greater braking force.
by your SUBARU dealer. . You might hear clicking (knocking)
1. With the engine off, depress the brake sounds around brake pedal.
pedal several times, applying the same
pedal force each time. The distance the Brake assist is not a system that brings
pedal travels should not vary. more braking ability to the vehicle
beyond its breaking capability.
2. With the brake pedal depressed, start
the engine. The pedal should move
slightly down to the floor.
3. With the brake pedal depressed, stop
the engine and keep the pedal depressed
for 30 seconds. The pedal height should
not change.
4. Start the engine again and run for
approximately 1 minute then turn it off.
Depress the brake pedal several times to
check the brake booster. The brake
booster operates properly if the pedal
stroke decreases with each depression.
11
NOTE
For vehicles equipped with the brake
assist system, when you depress the
brake pedal strongly or suddenly, the
following phenomena occur. However,
even though these occur, they do not
indicate any malfunctions, and the
brake assist system is operating prop-

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Brake pedal & Checking the brake pedal Clutch pedal (MT vehicles)
reserve distance
Check the brake pedal free play and Check the clutch pedal free play and
reserve distance according to the main- reserve distance according to the main-
tenance schedule in the “Warranty and tenance schedule in the “Warranty and
Maintenance Booklet”. Maintenance Booklet”.

& Checking the brake pedal & Checking the clutch function
free play Check the clutch engagement and disen-
gagement.
1. With the engine idling, check that there
are no abnormal noises when the clutch
pedal is depressed, and that shifting into
1st or reverse feels smooth.
2. Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal
1) More than 2.56 in (65 mm) slowly to check that the engine and
Depress the pedal with a force of approxi- transmission smoothly couple without
mately 66 lbs (294 N, 30 kg) and measure any sign of slippage.
the distance between the upper surface of
the pedal pad and the floor.
When the measurement is smaller than
the specification, or when the pedal does
1) 0.02 – 0.08 in (0.5 – 2.0 mm)
not operate smoothly, contact with your
Stop the engine and firmly depress the SUBARU dealer.
brake pedal several times. Lightly pull the
brake pedal up with one finger to check
the free play with a force of less than 2 lbs
(10 N, 1 kg).
If the free play is not within proper
specification, contact your SUBARU deal-
er.

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& Checking the clutch pedal Hill start assist system (MT Replacement of brake pad
free play vehicles) and lining
Ensure that the Hill start assist system
operates properly under the following
circumstances:
1. Stop the vehicle on an uphill grade by
depressing the brake pedal and clutch
pedal, with the engine running.
2. Make sure that the vehicle does not
move backward even after the brake
pedal is released.
3. Then make sure the vehicle starts
climbing the grade by following the normal
starting procedures.
1) 0.16 – 0.51 in (4.0 – 13.0 mm)
If the Hill start assist system does not The right front disc brake and the right rear
Lightly press the clutch pedal down with operate as described above, contact with disc brake have audible wear indicators
your finger until you feel resistance, and your SUBARU dealer. on the brake pads. If the brake pads wear
check the free play.
close to their service limit, the wear
If the free play is not within proper indicator makes a very audible scraping
specification, contact your SUBARU deal- noise when the brake pedal is applied.
er.
If you hear this scraping noise each time 11
you apply the brake pedal, have the brake
pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as
soon as possible.

CAUTION
If you continue to drive despite the
scraping noise from the audible
brake pad wear indicator, it will
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result in the need for costly brake range, adjust it by turning the adjusting nut Parking brake stroke
rotor repair or replacement. located on the parking brake lever.

Parking brake stroke:

& Breaking-in of new brake
7 – 8 notches / 44 lbs (196 N, 20 kg)
pads and linings
When replacing the brake pad or lining,
use only genuine SUBARU parts. After
replacement, the new parts must be WARNING
broken in as follows: A safe location and situation should
! Brake pad and lining be selected for break-in driving.
While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40
mph (50 to 65 km/h), step on the brake CAUTION
pedal lightly. Repeat this five or more
times. Pulling the parking brake lever too Check the parking brake stroke according
! Parking brake lining forcefully may cause the rear to the maintenance schedule in the
wheels to lock. To avoid this, be “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
1. Drive the vehicle at a speed of certain to pull the lever up slowly When the parking brake is properly
approximately 22 mph (35 km/h). and gently. adjusted, braking power is fully applied
2. With the parking brake release button by pulling the lever up seven to eight
pushed in, pull the parking brake lever notches gently but firmly (approximately
SLOWLY and GENTLY. (Pulling with a 44 lbs [196 N, 20 kg]). If the parking brake
force of approximately 33 lbs [147 N, 15 lever stroke is not within the specified
kg].) range, have the brake system checked
3. Drive the vehicle for approximately and adjusted at your SUBARU dealer.
220 yards (200 meters) in this condition.
4. Wait 5 to 10 minutes for the parking
brake to cool down. Repeat this proce-
dure.
5. Check the parking brake stroke. If the
parking brake stroke is out of the specified

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! Winter (snow) tires the temperature in the garage and the
Tires and wheels
Winter tires are best suited for driving on temperature outside. By way of example,
& Types of tires snow-covered and icy roads. However the following table shows the required tire
winter tires do not perform as well as pressures that correspond to various out-
You should be familiar with type of tires summer tires and all season tires on roads side temperatures when the temperature
present on your vehicle. other than snow-covered and icy roads. in the garage is 608F (15.68C).
The factory-fitted tires are all-season tires.
Example:
! All season tires & Tire pressure monitoring Tire size: P215/65R16 96H
All season tires are designed to provide system (TPMS) (U.S.-spec. Standard tire pressures:
an adequate measure of traction, handling models) Front: 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2)
and braking performance in year-round The tire pressure monitoring system pro- Rear: 29 psi (200 kPa, 2.0 kgf/cm2)
driving including snowy and icy road vides the driver with a warning message Garage temperature: 608F (15.68C)
conditions. However all season tires do by sending a signal from a sensor that is
not offer as much traction performance as installed in each wheel when tire pressure Outside Adjusted pressure
winter (snow) tires in heavy or loose snow is severely low. The tire pressure monitor- temperature [psi (kPa, kgf/cm2)]
or on icy roads. ing system will activate only when the front rear
All season tires are identified by “ALL vehicle is driven. Also, this system may
33 32
SEASON” and/or “M+S” (Mud & Snow) on not react immediately to a sudden drop in 308F (−18C) (230, 2.3) (220, 2.2)
the tire sidewall. tire pressure (for example, a blow-out
caused by running over a sharp object). 108F (−128C) 35 34
! Summer tires (240, 2.4) (235, 2.35)
Summer tires are high-speed capability If you adjust the tire pressures in a warm 37 36
garage and will then drive the vehicle in −108F (−238C) (255, 2.55) (250, 2.5)
tires best suited for highway driving under
dry conditions. cold outside air, the resulting drop in tire
Example:
11
Summer tires are inadequate for driving pressures may cause the low tire pressure
on slippery roads such as on snow- warning light to illuminate. To avoid this Tire size: P225/55R17 95H
covered or icy roads. problem when adjusting the tire pressures Standard tire pressures:
If you drive your vehicle on snow-covered in a warm garage, inflate the tires to Front: 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2)
or icy roads, we strongly recommend the pressures higher than those shown on the Rear: 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2)
use of winter (snow) tires. tire placard. Specifically, inflate them by an
Garage temperature: 608F (15.68C)
extra 1 psi (6.9 kPa, 0.07 kgf/cm2) for
When installing winter tires, be sure to
every difference of 108F (5.68C) between
replace all four tires.
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tires can cause the low tire pressure WARNING

Outside Adjusted pressure
temperature [psi (kPa, kgf/cm2)] warning light to turn off.
front System resetting is necessary when the If the low tire pressure warning light
rear
wheels are changed (for example, a does not illuminate briefly after the
35 33 ignition switch is turned ON or the
308F (−18C) (240, 2.4) (230, 2.3) switch to snow tires) and new TPMS
valves are installed on the newly fitted light illuminates steadily after blink-
37 35 ing for approximately one minute,
108F (−128C) (255, 2.55) (240, 2.4) wheels. Have this work performed by a
SUBARU dealer following wheel replace- you should have your Tire Pressure
39 37 Monitoring System checked at a
−108F (−238C) (270, 2.7) (255, 2.55) ment.
SUBARU dealer as soon as possi-
It may not be possible to install TPMS ble.
If the low tire pressure warning light valves on certain wheels that are on the
illuminates when you drive the vehicle in If this light illuminates while driving,
market. Therefore, if you change the never brake suddenly and keep
cold outside air after adjusting the tire wheels (for example, a switch to snow
pressures in a warm garage, re-adjust the driving straight ahead while gradu-
tires), use wheels that have the same part ally reducing speed. Then slowly
tire pressures using the method described number as the standard-equipment
above. Then, increase the vehicle speed pull off the road to a safe place.
wheels. Without four operational TPMS Otherwise an accident involving
to at least 20 mph (32 km/h) and check to valve/sensors on the wheels, the TPMS
see that the low tire pressure warning light serious vehicle damage and serious
will not fully function and the warning light personal injury could occur.
turns off a few minutes later. If the low tire in the instrument panel will illuminate
pressure warning light does not turn off, steadily after blinking for approximately If this light still illuminates while
the tire pressure monitoring system may one minute. driving after adjusting the tire pres-
not be functioning normally. In this event, sure, a tire may have significant
go to a SUBARU dealer to have the When a tire is replaced, adjustments are damage and a fast leak that causes
system inspected as soon as possible. necessary to ensure continued normal the tire to lose air rapidly. If you have
operation of the tire pressure monitoring a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire
While the vehicle is driven, friction be- system. As with wheel replacement, there- as soon as possible.
tween tires and the road surface causes fore, you should have the work performed
the tires to warm up. After illumination of When a spare tire is mounted or a
by a SUBARU dealer. wheel rim is replaced without the
the low tire pressure warning light, any
increase in the tire pressures caused by original pressure sensor/transmitter
an increase in the outside air temperature being transferred, the low tire pres-
or by an increase in the temperature in the sure warning light will illuminate
steadily after blinking for approxi-

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mately one minute. This indicates approach the curbs as squarely as

the TPMS is unable to monitor all possible. Also, make sure the tires are
four road wheels. Contact your not pressed against the curb when you
SUBARU dealer as soon as possible park the vehicle.
for tire and sensor replacement and/ . If you feel unusual vibration while
or system resetting. If the light driving or find it difficult to steer the
illuminates steadily after blinking vehicle in a straight line, one of the
for approximately one minute, tires and/or wheels may be damaged.
promptly contact a SUBARU dealer Drive slowly to the nearest authorized
to have the system inspected. SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle
inspected.

& Tire inspection & Tire pressures and wear

Check on a daily basis that the tires are Check the tire pressures when the tires
Maintaining the correct tire pressures are cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust
free from serious damage, nails, and helps to maximize the tires’ service lives
stones. At the same time, check the tires the tire pressures to the values shown on
and is essential for good running perfor- the tire placard. The tire placard is located
for abnormal wear. mance. Check and, if necessary, adjust on the door pillar on the driver’s side.
Contact your SUBARU dealer immedi- the pressure of each tire (including the
ately if you find any problem. spare) at least once a month (for example, Driving even a short distance warms up
during a fuel stop) and before any long the tires and increases the tire pressures.
NOTE journey. Also, the tire pressures are affected by the
. When the wheels and tires strike outside temperature. It is best to check tire
curbs or are subjected to harsh treat- pressure outdoors before driving the
ment as when the vehicle is driven on a vehicle. 11
rough surface, they can suffer damage
that cannot be seen with the naked eye. When a tire becomes warm, the air inside
This type of damage does not become it expands, causing the tire pressure to
evident until time has passed. Try not increase. Be careful not to mistakenly
to drive over curbs, potholes or on release air from a warm tire to reduce its
other rough surfaces. If doing so is pressure.
unavoidable, keep the vehicle’s speed
down to a walking pace or less, and
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NOTE . Correct tire pressure (tread worn . Abnormally low tire pressure (tread
. The air pressure in a tire increases evenly) worn at shoulders)
by approximately 4.3 psi (30 kPa, 0.3
kgf/cm2) when the tire becomes warm.
. The tires are considered cold when
the vehicle has been parked for at least
3 hours or has been driven less than 1
mile (1.6 km).

WARNING
Do not let air out of warm tires to
adjust pressure. Doing so will result
in low tire pressure.

Incorrect tire pressures detract from con- Roadholding is good, and steering is Rolling resistance is high, so fuel con-
trollability and ride comfort, and they responsive. Rolling resistance is low, so sumption is also higher.
cause the tires to wear abnormally. fuel consumption is also lower.

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. Abnormally high tire pressure (tread the tires. The resulting loss of & Wear indicators
worn in center) vehicle control could lead to an
accident.

& Wheel balance

Each wheel was correctly balanced when
your vehicle was new, but the wheels will
become unbalanced as the tires become
worn during use. Wheel imbalance causes
the steering wheel to vibrate slightly at
certain vehicle speeds and detracts from
the vehicle’s straight-line stability. It can
also cause steering and suspension sys-
tem problems and abnormal tire wear. If 1) New tread
Ride comfort is poor. Also, the tire you suspect that the wheels are not 2) Worn tread
magnifies the effects of road-surface correctly balanced, have them checked 3) Tread wear indicator
bumps and dips, possibly resulting in and adjusted by your SUBARU dealer.
vehicle damage. Each tire incorporates a tread wear
Also have them adjusted after tire repairs
indicator, which becomes visible when
and after tire rotation.
If the tire placard shows tire pressures for the depth of the tread grooves decreases
the vehicle when fully loaded, adjust the NOTE to 0.063 in (1.6 mm). A tire must be
tire pressures to the values that match replaced when the tread wear indicator
Loss of correct wheel alignment*
current loading conditions.
causes the tires to wear on one side
appears as a solid band across the tread.
11
WARNING and reduces the vehicle’s running WARNING
stability. Contact your SUBARU dealer
Driving at high speeds with exces- if you notice abnormal tire wear. When a tire’s tread wear indicator
sively low tire pressures can cause *: The suspension system is designed to hold becomes visible, the tire is worn
the tires to deform severely and to each wheel at a certain alignment (relative to beyond the acceptable limit and
rapidly become hot. A sharp in- the other wheels and to the road) for optimum must be replaced immediately. With
crease in temperature could cause straight-line stability and cornering perfor- a tire in this condition, driving at
tread separation, and destruction of mance. high speeds in wet weather can
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cause the vehicle to hydroplane. the direction mark facing forward.

The resulting loss of vehicle control
can lead to an accident. & Tire rotation

NOTE
For safety, inspect tire tread regularly
and replace the tires before their tread
wear indicators become visible.

& Tire rotation direction mark

Vehicles equipped with unidirectional tires

1) Front
Tire wear varies from wheel to wheel. To
Vehicles equipped with 4 non-unidirec- maximize the life of each tire and ensure
tional tires that the tires wear uniformly, it is best to
1) Front rotate the tires every 7,500 miles (12,500
km). Move the tires to the positions shown
in the illustration each time they are
rotated.
Replace any damaged or unevenly worn
tires at the time of rotation. After tire
Example of tire rotation direction mark rotation, adjust the tires pressures and
1) Front make sure the wheel nuts are correctly
If the tire has the rotation direction tightened.
specification, the tire rotation direction After driving approximately 600 miles
mark is placed on its sidewall. (1,000 km), check the wheel nuts again
When you install a tire that has the tire and retighten any nut that has become
rotation direction mark, install the tire with loose.

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& Tire replacement WARNING WARNING

The wheels and tires are important and
integral parts of your vehicle’s design; . All four tires must be the same in Use only those wheels that are
they cannot be changed arbitrarily. The terms of manufacturer, brand specified for your vehicle. Wheels
tires fitted as standard equipment are (tread pattern), construction, de- not meeting specifications could
optimally matched to the characteristics gree of wear, speed symbol, load interfere with brake caliper opera-
of the vehicle and were selected to give index and size. Mixing tires of tion and may cause the tires to rub
the best possible combination of running different types, sizes or degrees against the wheel well housing dur-
performance, ride comfort, and service of wear can result in damage to ing turns. The resulting loss of
life. It is essential for every tire to have a vehicle’s powertrain. Use of dif- vehicle control could lead to an
size and construction matching those ferent types or sizes of tires can accident.
shown on the tire placard and to have a also dangerously reduce con-
speed symbol and load index matching trollability and braking perfor-
those shown on the tire placard. mance and can lead to an acci- NOTE
dent. When any of the wheels are removed
Using tires of a non-specified size detracts . Use only radial tires. Do not use and replaced for tire rotation or to
from controllability, ride comfort, braking radial tires together with belted change a flat tire, always check the
performance, speedometer accuracy and bias tires and/or bias-ply tires. tightness of the wheel nuts after driv-
odometer accuracy. It also creates incor- Doing so can dangerously re- ing approximately 600 miles (1,000 km).
rect body-to-tire clearances and inappro- duce controllability, resulting in If any nut is loose, tighten it to the
priately changes the vehicle’s ground an accident. specified torque.
clearance.
All four tires must be the same in terms of
manufacturer, brand (tread pattern), con- & Wheel replacement 11
struction, and size. You are advised to When replacing wheels due, for example,
replace the tires with new ones that are to damage, make sure the replacement
identical to those fitted as standard equip- wheels match the specifications of the
ment. wheels that are fitted as standard equip-
For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU ment. Replacement wheels are available
recommends replacing all four tires at from SUBARU dealers.
the same time.

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Aluminum wheels Windshield washer fluid

Aluminum wheels can be scratched and
damaged easily. Handle them carefully to
maintain their appearance, performance,
and safety.
. When any of the wheels are removed
and replaced for tire rotation or to change
a flat tire, always check the tightness of
the wheel nuts after driving approximately
600 miles (1,000 km). If any nut is loose,
tighten it to the specified torque.
. Never apply oil to the threaded parts,
Washer fluid level gauge
wheel nuts, or tapered surface of the
wheel.
. Never let the wheel rub against sharp If you spray washer fluid on the windshield
protrusions or curbs. but the supply of washer fluid appears to
. Be sure to fit tire chains on uniformly diminish, check the level of washer fluid in
and completely around the tire, otherwise the tank.
the chains may scratch the wheel. Re-
member that tire chains should be placed
on the front wheels only.
. When wheel nuts, balance weights, or
the center cap is replaced, be sure to
replace them with genuine SUBARU parts
designed for aluminum wheels.
Remove the washer tank filler cap, then
check the fluid level indicated by the level
gauge (attached to the inside of the cap).
If the level is near the “Low” mark, add
fluid until it reaches the “Hi” level on the

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level gauge or the “FULL” mark on the a different concentration from the one Replacement of wiper blades
tank. used previously, purge the old fluid from
Use windshield washer fluid. If windshield the piping between the reservoir tank and Grease, wax, insects, or other material on
washer fluid is unavailable use clean washer nozzles by operating the washer the windshield or the wiper blade results in
water. for a certain period of time. Otherwise, if jerky wiper operation and streaking on the
In areas where water freezes in winter, the concentration of the fluid remaining in glass. If you cannot remove the streaks
use an anti-freeze type windshield washer the piping is too low for the outside after operating the windshield washer or if
fluid. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid temperature, it may freeze and block the the wiper operation is jerky, clean the
contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% nozzles. outer surface of the windshield (or rear
surfactant, by volume. Its freezing tem- window) and the wiper blades using a
perature varies according to how much it CAUTION sponge or soft cloth with a neutral
is diluted, as indicated in the following detergent or mild-abrasive cleaner. After
Adjust the washer fluid concentra-
table. cleaning, rinse the windshield and wiper
tion appropriately for the outside
blades with clean water. The windshield is
Washer Fluid Freezing
temperature. If the concentration is
clean if beads do not form when you rinse
Concentration Temperature inappropriate, sprayed washer fluid
the windshield with water.
may freeze on the windshield and
30% 10.48F (−128C) obstruct your view, and the fluid CAUTION
50% −48F (−208C) may freeze in the reservoir tank.
100% −498F (−458C) Do not clean the wiper blades with
gasoline or a solvent, such as paint
thinner or benzine. This will cause
CAUTION deterioration of the wiper blades.
Never use engine coolant as washer If you cannot eliminate the streaking even 11
fluid because it could cause paint after following this method, replace the
damage. wiper blades using the following proce-
dures:
In order to prevent freezing of washer
fluid, check the freezing temperatures in
the table above when adjusting the fluid
concentration to the outside temperature.
If you fill the reservoir tank with a fluid with
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& Windshield wiper blade as- & Windshield wiper blade rub-
sembly ber
1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield.

1) Metal spines

2. If the new blade rubber is not provided

1) Support with two metal spines, remove the metal
1) Open the cover spines from the old blade rubber and
2) Pull down the wiper blade
1. Grasp the locked end of the blade install them in the new blade rubber.
rubber assembly and pull it firmly until the
2. Remove the wiper blade assembly by stoppers on the rubber are free of the
opening the cover and pulling it down in support.
the direction shown in the illustration.
3. Install the wiper blade assembly to the
wiper arm. Make sure that it locks in place.
4. Hold the wiper arm by hand and slowly
lower it in position.

3. Align the claws of the support with the

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grooves in the rubber and slide the blade & Rear window wiper blade
rubber assembly into the support until it assembly
locks.
1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear
window.

3. Pull the wiper blade assembly toward

you to remove it from the wiper arm.
1) Claw & Rear window wiper blade
2) Stopper
2. Turn the wiper blade assembly coun-
rubber
4. Be sure to position the claws at the terclockwise.
end of the support between the stoppers
on the rubber as shown. If the rubber is
not retained properly, the wiper blade may
scratch the windshield.
11

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1. Pull out the end of the blade rubber 3. If the new blade rubber is not provided
assembly to unlock it from the plastic with two metal spines, remove the metal
support. spines from the old blade rubber and
install them in the new blade rubber.

Securely retain both ends of the rubber

with the stoppers on the plastic support
ends. If the rubber is not retained properly,
2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of the wiper may scratch the rear window
the plastic support. 4. Align the claws of the plastic support glass.
with the grooves in the blade rubber 5. Install the wiper blade assembly to the
assembly, then slide the blade rubber wiper arm. Make sure that it locks in place.
assembly into place. 6. Hold the wiper arm by hand and slowly
lower it in position.

1) Metal spines

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Battery remove rings, metal watchbands,

and other metal jewelry. Never
allow metal tools to contact the
WARNING positive battery terminal and any-
thing connected to it WHILE you
. Before beginning work on or near are at the same time in contact
any battery, be sure to extinguish with any other metallic portion of
all cigarettes, matches, and light- the vehicle because a short cir-
ers. Never expose a battery to an cuit will result.
open flame or electric sparks.
. Keep everyone including children
Batteries give off a gas which is
away from the battery.
highly flammable and explosive.
. Charge the battery in a well-
. For safety, in case an explosion
ventilated area. 1) Cap
does occur, wear eye protection
or shield your eyes when work- . Battery posts, terminals and re- 2) Upper level
ing near any battery. Never lean lated accessories contain lead 3) Lower level
over a battery. and lead compounds, chemicals
It is unnecessary to periodically check the
known to the State of California
. Do not let battery fluid contact battery fluid level or periodically refill with
to cause cancer and reproductive
eyes, skin, fabrics, or paint be- distilled water.
harm. Batteries also contain
cause battery fluid is a corrosive However, if the battery fluid level is below
other chemicals known to the
acid. If battery fluid gets on your the lower level, remove the cap. Fill to the
State of California to cause can-
skin or in your eyes, immediately upper level with distilled water.
cer. Wash hands after handling.
flush the area with water thor-
oughly. Seek medical help imme- CAUTION 11
diately if acid has entered the
eyes. Never use more than 10 amperes
when charging the battery because
If battery fluid is accidentally
it will shorten battery life.
swallowed, immediately drink a
large amount of milk or water,
and seek medical attention im-
mediately.
. To lessen the risk of sparks,

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Fuses

CAUTION
Never replace a fuse with one hav-
ing a higher rating or with material
other than a fuse because serious
damage or a fire could result.

The fuses are designed to melt during an

overload to prevent damage to the wiring
harness and electrical equipment. The
fuses are located in two fuse boxes. The other one is housed in the engine The fuse puller is stored in the main fuse
compartment. box in the engine compartment.

One is located under the instrument panel

behind the fuse box cover on the driver’s The spare fuses are stored in the main 1) Good
seat side. To remove the cover, pull it out. fuse box cover in the engine compart- 2) Blown
ment. If any lights, accessories or other electrical
controls do not operate, inspect the

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corresponding fuse. If a fuse has blown, Main fuse Installation of accessories

replace it.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” Always consult your SUBARU dealer
position and turn off all electrical acces- before installing fog lights or any other
sories. electrical equipment in your vehicle. Such
2. Remove the cover. accessories may cause the electronic
3. Determine which fuse may be blown. system to malfunction if they are incor-
The back side of each fuse box cover and rectly installed or if they are not suited for
the “Fuses and circuits” section in chapter the vehicle.
12 show the circuit for each fuse.

Main fuse box

The main fuses are designed to melt
during an overload to prevent damage to
the wiring harness and electrical equip-
ment. Check the main fuses if any
electrical component fails to operate (ex-
cept the starter motor) and other fuses are
good. A melted main fuse must be
4. Pull out the fuse with the fuse puller. replaced. Use only replacements with the 11
5. Inspect the fuse. If it has blown, same specified rating as the melted main
replace it with a spare fuse of the same fuse. If a main fuse blows after it is
rating. replaced, have the electrical system
checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer.
6. If the same fuse blows again, this
indicates that its system has a problem.
Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs.

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Replacing bulbs

A: The high mount stop light is the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement.

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Wattage Bulb No. CAUTION

1) High beam headlight 12V-60W 9005 (HB3) Replace any bulb only with a new
2) Position light 12V-5W 168 (W5W) bulb of the specified wattage. Using
a bulb of different wattage could
3) Low beam headlight 12V-55W H11
result in a fire.
4) Front side marker light 12V-5W 168 (W5W)
5) Map light 12V-8W –
6) Dome light 12V-8W –
& Headlights (vehicles with HID
headlights)
7) Front fog light 12V-51W 9006 (HB4)
8) Front turn signal light 12V-21W (WY21W) WARNING
9) Door step light 12V-5W –
High-intensity-discharge (HID) bulbs
10) Cargo area light 12V-13W –
are used for the low beams of the
11) Brake/tail light 12V-21W/5W 7443 headlights. These HID bulbs use an
12) Rear turn signal light 12V-21W (WY21W) extremely high voltage. To avoid the
13) Back-up light 12V-21W 7440 risk of an electric shock and result-
ing serious injury, you should not
14) Licence plate light 12V-5W 168 (W5W) attempt to replace them. Neither
should you attempt to replace the
high-beam bulbs, remove/refit the
headlight assemblies, or remove
any headlight-assembly compo- 11
nents. For replacement of the head-
light bulbs (low-beam and high-
beam), removal and installation of
the headlight assemblies, and re-
moval of headlight-assembly com-
ponents, contact your SUBARU
dealer.

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& Headlights (vehicles without ! Low beam light bulbs 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the
HID headlights) secured clip of the washer tank. To make
it easy to access the bulb, move the
CAUTION washer tank to the horizontal direction
(left-hand side).
Halogen headlight bulbs become
very hot while in use. If you touch
the bulb surface with bare hands or
greasy gloves, fingerprints or
grease on the bulb surface will
develop into hot spots, causing the
bulb to break. If there are finger
prints or grease on the bulb surface,
wipe them away with a soft cloth
moistened with alcohol. Right-hand side
1. Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on
NOTE the air intake duct, then remove the air
. If headlight aiming is required, con- intake duct (right-hand side).
3. Remove the bulb cover, by turning it
sult your SUBARU dealer for proper counterclockwise.
adjustment of the headlight aim.
. It may be difficult to replace the
bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your
SUBARU dealer if necessary.

Left-hand side

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7. To install the bulb to the headlight

assembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks.
8. Reconnect the electrical connector.
9. Install the bulb cover.
10. Install the air intake duct with clips
(right-hand side).
11. Set the washer tank to the original
place and secure it by clip (left-hand side).

! High beam light bulbs

4. Disconnect the electrical connector 2. Disconnect the electrical connector

from the bulb. from the bulb.

Right-hand side
11
1. Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on
the air intake duct, then remove the air
intake duct (right-hand side).
5. Remove the bulb from the headlight 3. Remove the bulb from the headlight
assembly by turning it counterclockwise. assembly by turning it counterclockwise.
6. Replace the bulb with a new one. At 4. Replace the bulb with new one. At this
this time, do not touch the bulb surface. time, use care not to touch the bulb
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surface. & Front turn signal light

5. To install the bulb to the headlight It may be difficult to replace the bulbs.
assembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU
6. Reconnect the electrical connector. dealer if necessary.
7. Install the air intake duct with clips
(right-hand side). & Rear combination lights
& Position light

2. Slide the rear combination light as-

sembly rearward and remove it from the
vehicle.

1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove

the upper and lower screws that secure
1. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise the rear combination light assembly.
and pull out the socket.
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a
new bulb.
3. Install the bulb socket by turning it
clockwise.

1) Brake/tail light
2) Rear turn signal light
3) Back-up light

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3. Remove the bulb socket from the rear 2. Remove the cover and lens.
combination light assembly by turning it 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a
counterclockwise. new bulb.
4. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and 4. Reinstall the lens and cover.
replace it with a new one. 5. Tighten the mounting screws.
5. Set the bulb socket into the rear
combination light assembly and turn it & Dome light, map light, cargo
clockwise until it locks. area light and door step light
CAUTION
When the door is opened, the map
light illuminates and becomes very
7. Tighten the upper and lower screws. hot. When replacing the map light
bulb, close the door and be careful
& License plate light not to burn yourself.

6. Put the rear combination light assem-

bly into place while aligning the clip with
the guide on the vehicle. 11

1. Remove the mounting screws using a

Dome light (vehicles with moonroof)
Phillips screwdriver.

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3. Reinstall the lens.

& Other bulbs

Other bulbs may be difficult to replace.
Have the bulbs replaced by your
SUBARU dealer if necessary.

Dome light (vehicles without moonroof) Cargo area light

Map light Door step light

1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of
the lens with a flat-head screwdriver.
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a
new bulb.

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