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Specifications
Fuse panel
Fuse rating
Circuit
10
11
15A
15A
15A
20A
10A
15A
15A
20A
15A
Empty
15A
(cid:121) Heater fan
(cid:121) Heater fan
(cid:121) Power door lock (cid:121) Remote keyless entry
(cid:121) Cigarette lighter (cid:121) Remote controlled rear
view mirrors
(cid:121) Tail light (cid:121) Parking light
(cid:121) SRS airbag
(cid:121) Fog light
(cid:121) ABS solenoid
(cid:121) Radio
(cid:121) Engine ignition system (cid:121) SRS airbag (cid:121) AT control system
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Fuse panel
Fuse rating
Circuit
Fuse panel
Fuse rating
Circuit
(cid:121) Accessory power outlet
(cargo)
(cid:121) Seat heater
23
20A
10A
10A
10A
30A
20A
15A
15A
20A
Empty
Empty
10A
(cid:121) Illumination brightness
control
(cid:121) Combination meter (cid:121) SRS lamp
(cid:121) Rear window wiper and
washer
(cid:121) Windshield wiper and
washer
(cid:121) Brake light
(cid:121) Air conditioner
(cid:121) Backup light (cid:121) Cruise control
(cid:121) Mirror heater
(cid:121) ABS ignition
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
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(cid:132) Fuse panel located in the engine com-
partment
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6 7 8
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A) FWD socket (AT models except Turbo) B) Main fuse C) Engine sensor (Non-turbo models)
Specifications
Fuse panel
Fuse rating
Circuit
10
11
12
20A
20A
30A
20A
15A
15A
10A
10A
15A
15A
20A
20A
(cid:121) Radiator cooling fan
(Main)
(cid:121) Radiator cooling fan
(Sub)
(cid:121) ABS motor
(cid:121) Rear window defogger
(cid:121) Hazard warning flasher (cid:121) Horn
(cid:121) Turn signal lights
(cid:121) Automatic transmis-
sion control unit
(cid:121) Alternator
(cid:121) Headlight (right side)
(cid:121) Headlight (left side)
(cid:121) Lighting switch
(cid:121) Clock (cid:121) Interior light
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Bulb chart
Description Headlight
U.S.-spec. WRX- STi version Low beam High beam
Except U.S.-spec. WRX-STi version
Low beam High beam Front fog light Front turn signal Parking light Rear combination light
Wattage
Bulb type
12V-35W 12V-60W
D2R 9005 (HB3)
12V-55W 12V-60W 12V-55W 12V-21W 12V-5W
H1
9005 (HB3) H3
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Sedan (in compartment) Sedan (in rear spoiler) Wagon
License plate light Trunk room light Cargo area light Front ashtray light Dome light Map light
Wattage
Bulb type
12V-18W
921
12V-1.2W 12V-13W 12V-5W 12V-16W 12V-13W 12V-1.4W 12V-8W 12V-8W
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W16W – – – –Brake light (Sedan) 12V-21W Brake/tail light Turn signal light
12V-21/5W 12V-21W (Amber) 12V-21/5W 12V-21W
7440
7443– 7443
7440Tail light (Sedan) Back-up light
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Specifications
1) Vehicle identification number 2) Vacuum hose connections la-
bel/Emission control label 3) Tire inflation pressure label 4) Certification plate 5) Bar cord label (U.S. only) 6) Vehicle identification number
plate
7) Model number plate 8) Radio noise label (Canada only) 9) Fuel label
Vehicle identification
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Tire information ............................................. 13-2
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Tire labeling ....................................................... 13-5
Recommended tire inflation pressure ............ 13-7
Glossary of tire terminology ............................ Tire care – maintenance and safety 13-8
practices ......................................................... 13-9
Vehicle load limit – how to determine ............. Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities ............................................... 13-13
Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires ........ 13-14
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit ..... 13-14
Uniform tire quality grading standards ....... 13-15
Treadwear .......................................................... 13-15
Traction AA, A, B, C .......................................... 13-15
Temperature A, B, C ......................................... 13-16
Reporting safety defects (USA) ................... 13-1713
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For U.S.A. The following information has been compiled accord- ing to Code of Federal Regulations “Title 49, Part 575”.
vide more dimensional information about the tire size. Example:
Tire information (cid:132) Tire labeling Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire Identification Number or TIN) are placed on the sidewall of a tire by tire manufacturers. These marking can provide you with useful information on the tire. (cid:84) Tire size Your vehicle comes equipped with P-Metric tire size. It is important to understand the sizing sys- tem in selecting the proper tire for your vehicles. Here is a brief review of the tire sizing system with a breakdown of its individual elements. (cid:86) P Metric With the P-Metric system, Section Width is mea- sured in millimeters. To convert millimeters into inches, divide by 25.4. The Aspect Ratio (Sec- tion Height divided by Section Width) helps pro-
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(4)
(3)
(2)
P 205 / 55 R 16
(1) (5) (1) P = Certain tire type used on light duty vehi- cles such as passenger cars (2) Section Width in millimeters (3) Aspect Ratio (= section height ÷ section width). (4) R = Radial Construction (5) Rim diameter in inches (cid:86) Load and Speed Rating Descriptions The load and speed rating descriptions will ap- pear following the size designation. They provide two important facts about the tire. First, the number designation is its load index. Second, the letter designation indicates the tire’s speed rating.Example:
P 205 / 55 R 16 89 V (7)
Size designation
(6)
(6) Load Index: A numerical code which speci- fies the maximum load a tire can carry at the speed indicated by its speed symbol, at maxi- mum inflation pressure. For example, “90” means 1,323 lbs (600 kg), “89” means 1,278 lbs (580 kg).
Load indices apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a load rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be loaded up to the tire’s rated load.
(7) Speed Rating: An alphabetical system de- scribing a tire’s capability to travel at established and predetermined speeds. For example, “V” means 149 mph (240 km/h)
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(cid:121) Speed ratings apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a speed rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehicle can be operated at the tire’s rated speed. (cid:121) The speed rating is void if the tires are worn out, damaged, repaired, retreaded, or otherwise altered from their original condi- tion. If tires are repaired, retreaded, or oth- erwise altered, they may not be suitable for original equipment tire designed loads and speeds.
(cid:84) Tire Identification Number (TIN) Tire Identification Number (TIN) is marked on the intended outboard sidewall. The TIN is com- posed of four groups. Here is a brief review of the TIN with a breakdown of its individual elements.
DOT XX XX XXX XXXX
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(1) Manufacturer’s Identification Mark
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(2) Tire Size (3) Tire Type Code (4) Date of Manufacture The first two figures identify the week, starting with “01” to represent the first full week of the cal- endar year; the second two figures represent the year. For example, 0101 means the 1st week of 2001. (cid:84) Other markings The following makings are also placed on the sidewall. (cid:86) Maximum permissible inflation pressure The maximum cold inflation pressure to which this tire may be inflated. For example, “300 kpa (44 PSI) MAX. PRESS” (cid:86) Maximum load rating The load rating at the maximum permissible weight load for this tire. For example, “MAX. LOAD 580 kg (1279 LBS) @ 300 kpa (44 PSI) MAX. PRESS.”
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Maximum load rating applies only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a load rated tire on any vehicle does not mean the vehi- cle can be loaded up to the tire’s rated load.
(cid:86) Construction type Applicable construction of this tire. For example, “TUBELESS STEEL BELTED RA- DIAL” (cid:86) Construction The generic name of each cord material used in the plies (both sidewall and tread area) of this tire. For example, “PLIES: TREAD 2 STEEL + 2
POLYESTER SIDEWALL 2 POLYESTER” (cid:86) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) For details, refer to “Uniform tire quality grading standards” in this chapter.Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
(cid:132) Recommended tire inflation pressure (cid:84) Recommended cold tire inflation pressure Recommended cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle’s tires is as follows,
Tire size Wheel size Pressure
Item
Front
Rear
Temporary spare tire
Size Pressure
RS, RS sport package, WRX P205/55R16 89V
16 × 61/2 JJ 2.2 kgf/cm2)
32 psi (220 kPa,
29 psi (200 kPa,
2.0 kgf/cm2)
WRX (option tire)*1
WRX-STi
215/45R17 87W 225/45R17 90W
17 × 7 JJ
33 psi (230 kPa,
2.3 kgf/cm2)
32 psi (220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm2)
17 × 8 JJ
36 psi (250 kPa,
2.5 kgf/cm2)
30 psi (210 kPa,
2.1 kgf/cm2) T135/70 D17
T135/70 D16
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2)
*1: The recommended cold tire pressure for the 215/45R17 87W tire is not indicated on the vehicle plac- ard attached to the driver’s side B-pillar since this tire is a dealer option for the WRX. If your vehicle is equipped with 215/45R17 87W tires, be sure to adjust them to the air pressure shown on this page.
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(cid:84) Vehicle placard
Example:
614- ), ),1/ 1.4)61
5-)61/ +)2)+16; 66) #
.46 4-)4 !
6DA ?>EA@ MAECDJ B ??KF=JI =@ ?=HC IDK@ ALAH AN?AA@ " &C H ' >I
ORIGINAL TIRE SIZE
P205/55R16
COMPACT SPARE TIRE
+, 614- 1.)61 24-554-
.46
4-)42=! 251
2= '251+, 614- 1.)61 24-554-
T135/70D16
" 2= $ 251
SEE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MD
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The vehicle placard shows original tire size, rec- ommended cold tire inflation pressure on each tire at maximum loaded vehicle weight, seating capacity and loading information. (cid:84) Adverse safety consequences of under-in-
flation
Driving at high speeds with excessively low tire pressures can cause the tires to flex severely and to rapidly become hot. A sharp increase in temperature could cause tread separation, and failure of the tire(s). Possible resulting loss of ve-
The vehicle placard is affixed to the driver’s side B-pillar.
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hicle control could lead to an accident. (cid:84) Measuring and adjusting air pressure to
achieve proper inflation
Check and, if necessary, adjust the pressure of each tire (including the spare) at least once a month and before any long journey. Check the tire pressures when the tires are cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the specific values. Driving even a short distance warms up the tires and increases the tire pres- sures. Also, the tire pressures are affected by the outside temperature. It is best to check tire pres- sure outdoors before driving the vehicle. When a tire becomes warm, the air inside it expands, causing the tire pressure to increase. Be careful not to mistakenly release air from a warm tire to reduce its pressure.
(cid:132) Glossary of tire terminology (cid:121) Cold tire pressure The pressure in a tire that has been driven less than 1 mile or has been standing for three hours or more. (cid:121) Maximum inflation pressure
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The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may be inflated. (cid:121) Recommended inflation pressure The cold inflation pressure recommended by a vehicle manufacturer. (cid:121) Intended outboard sidewall
1)The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white lettering or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or 2)The outward facing sidewall of an asymmet- rical tire that has a particular side that must al- ways face outward when mounting on a vehi- cle.
(cid:121) Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan- dard items which may be replaced) of floor mats, leather seats and cross bars to the extent that these items are available as factory-installed equipment (whether installed or not). (cid:121) Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment including the maximum capacity of fu- el, oil, and coolant and air conditioning.
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(cid:121) Maximum loaded vehicle weight The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehi- cle capacity weight and production options weight. (cid:121) Normal occupant weight 150 lbs (68 kg) times the number of occupants (3
occupants). (cid:121) Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle, 2 in front, 1 in rear seat. (cid:121) Production options weight The combined weight of those installed regular production options weighing over 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) in excess of those standards items which they replace, not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight. (cid:121) Vehicle capacity weight The total weight of cargo, luggage and occu- pants that can be added to the vehicle. (cid:121) Vehicle maximum load on a tire Load on an individual tire that is determined by distributing to each axle its share of the maxi- mum loaded vehicle weight and dividing by two. (cid:121) Vehicle normal load on a tire Load on an individual tire that is determined by13-8
distributing to each axle its share of the curb weight, accessory weight, and normal occupant weight and dividing by two.
(cid:132) Tire care – maintenance and safety
practices
(cid:121) Check on a daily basis that the tires are free from serious damage, nails, and stones. At the same time, check the tires for abnormal wear. (cid:121) Inspect the tire tread regularly and replace the tires before their tread wear indicators become visible. When a tire’s tread wear indicator be- comes visible, the tire is worn beyond the ac- ceptable limit and must be replaced immediately. With a tire in this condition, driving at even low speeds in wet weather can cause the vehicle to hydroplane. Possible resulting loss of vehicle control can lead to an accident. (cid:121) To maximize the life of each tire and ensure that the tires wear uniformly, it is best to rotate the tires every 7,500 miles (12,500 km). Rotating the tires involves switching the front and rear tires on the right hand side of the vehicle and similarly switching the front and rear tires on the
left hand side of the vehicle. (Each tire must be kept on its original side of the vehicle.) Replace any damaged or unevenly worn tire at the time of rotation. After tire rotation, adjust the tire pres- sures and make sure the wheel nuts are correct- ly tightened. A tightening torque specification and a tightening sequence specification for the wheel nuts can be found “Flat tires” in Chapter 9.
(cid:132) Vehicle load limit – how to determine The load capacity of your vehicle is determined by weight, not by available cargo space. The load limit of your vehicle is shown on the vehicle placard attached to the driver’s side B-pillar. Lo- cate the statement “The combined weight of oc- cupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle’s placard. The vehicle placard also shows seating capacity of your vehicle. The total load capacity includes the total weight of driver and all passengers and their belong- ings, any cargo, any optional equipment such as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier, etc., and the tongue load of a trailer. Therefore cargo ca-
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pacity can be calculated by the following method. Cargo capacity = Load limit – (total weight of oc- cupants + total weight of optional equipment + tongue load of a trailer (if applicable)) For towing capacity information and weight lim- its, refer to “Trailer towing” in Chapter 8. (cid:84) Calculating total and load capacities vary-
ing seating configurations
Calculate the available load capacity as shown in the following examples: Example 1A
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Vehicle capacity weight of the vehicle is 900 lbs (408 kg), which is indicated on the vehicle plac- ard with the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 900
lbs or 408 kg”. For example, if the vehicle has one occupant weighing 154 lbs (70 kg) plus cargo weighing 662 lbs (300 kg). 1. Calculate the total weight.Total weight = 154 lbs (70 kg) + 662 lbs (300 kg)
(Occupant)
(Cargo)
= 816 lbs (370 kg) 2. Calculate the available load capacity by sub- tracting the total weight from the vehicle capacity weight of 900 lbs (408 kg).
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Available Load Capacity = 900 lbs (408 kg) – 816 lbs (370 kg)
(Vehicle
capacity weight)
(Total weight)
= 84 lbs (38 kg) 3. The result of step 2 shows that a further 84 lbs (38 kg) of cargo can be carried. Example 1B
For example, if a person weighing 176 lbs (80
kg) now enters the same vehicle (bringing theHG8014BA
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number of occupants to two), the calculations are as follows: 1. Calculate the total weight.
Example 2A
Total weight = 154 lbs (70 kg) + 176 lbs (80 kg)
(Occupant)
+ 662 lbs (300 kg)
(Cargo)
= 992 lbs (450 kg)
2. Calculate the available load capacity.
Available Load Capacity = 900 lbs (408 kg) – 992 lbs (450 kg)
(Vehicle
(Total weight)
capacity weight) = –92 lbs (–42 kg) 3. The total weight now exceeds the capacity weight by 92 lbs (42 kg), so the cargo weight must be reduced by 92 lbs (42 kg) or more.
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Vehicle capacity weight of the vehicle is 900 lbs (408 kg), which is indicated on the vehicle plac- ard with the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 408
kg or 900 lbs”. For example, the vehicle has one occupant weighing 165 lbs (75 kg) plus cargo weighing 375 lbs (170 kg). In addition, the vehicle is fitted with a trailer hitch weighing 22 lbs (10 kg), to which is attached a trailer weighing 1,764 lbs (800 kg). 10% of the trailer weight is applied to – CONTINUED – 13-11Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
the trailer tongue (i.e. Tongue load = 176 lbs (80
kg)). 1. Calculate the total weight.Example 2B
Total weight = 165 lbs (75 kg) + 375 lbs (170 kg)
(Occupant)
(Cargo)
+ 22 lbs (10 kg) + 176 lbs (80 kg)
(Trailer hitch)
(Tongue load)
= 738 lbs (335 kg) 2. Calculate the available load capacity.
Available Load Capacity = 900 lbs (408 kg) – 738 lbs (335 kg)
(Vehicle
(Total weight)
capacity weight) = 162 lbs (73 kg) 3. The result of step 2 shows that a further 162
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For example, if a person weighing 143 lbs (65
kg) and a child weighing 40 lbs (18 kg) now enter the same vehicle (bringing the number of occu- pants to three), and a child restraint system weighing 11 lbs (5 kg) is installed in the vehicle for the child to use, the calculations are as fol- lows: 1. Calculate the total weight.Total weight = 165 lbs (75 kg) + 143 lbs (65 kg) + 40 lbs (18 kg)
(Occupant)
+ 11 lbs (5 kg) + 375 lbs (170 kg)
(Child restraint)
(Cargo)
+ 22 lbs (10 kg) + 176 lbs (80 kg)
(Trailer hitch)
(Tongue load)
= 932 lbs (423 kg)
2. Calculate the available load capacity.
Available Load Capacity = 900 lbs (408 kg) – 932 lbs (423 kg)
(Vehicle
(Total weight)
capacity weight) = –32 lbs (–15 kg) 3. The total weight now exceeds the capacity weight by 32 lbs (15 kg), so the cargo weight must be reduced by 32 lbs (15 kg) or more.
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(cid:132) Determining compatibility of tire and
vehicle load capacities
The sum of four tires’ maximum load ratings must exceed the maximum loaded vehicle weight (“GVWR”). In addition, sum of the maxi- mum load ratings of two front tires and of two rear tires must exceed each axle’s maximum loaded capacity (“GAWR”). Original equipment tires are designed to fulfill those conditions. The maximum loaded vehicle weight is referred to Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). And each axle’s maximum loaded capacity is referred to Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). The GVWR and each axle’s GAWR are shown on the vehicle certification label affixed to the driver’s door. The GVWR and front and rear GAWRs are de- termined by not only the maximum load rating of tires but also loaded capacities of the vehicle’s suspension, axles and other body parts. Therefore, this means that the vehicle cannot necessarily be loaded up to the tire’s maximum load rating on the tire sidewall.
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(cid:132) Adverse safety consequences of over- loading on handling and stopping and on tires
Overloading could affect vehicle handling, stop- ping distance, vehicle and tire as shown below. This could lead to an accident and possibly result in severe personal injury. (cid:121) Vehicle stability will deteriorate. (cid:121) Heavy and/or high-mounted loads could in- crease the risk of rollover. (cid:121) Stopping distance will increase. (cid:121) Brakes could overheat and fail. (cid:121) Suspension, bearings, axles and other body parts could break or experience accelerated wear that will shorten vehicle life. (cid:121) Tires could fail. (cid:121) Tread separation could occur. (cid:121) Tire could separate from its rim.
(cid:132) Steps for Determining Correct Load
Limit
1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX pounds” on your vehicle’s placard.
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2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or XXX pounds. 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1,400 lbs (635 kg) and there will be five- 150 lbs (68 kg) passengers in your vehicle, the amount of avail- able cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 – 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) 5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available car- go and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehi- cle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.
Uniform tire quality grading stan- dards This information indicates the relative perfor- mance of passenger car tires in the area of treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. This is to aid the consumer in making an in- formed choice in the purchase of tires. Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The quality grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars. However, they do not apply to deep tread, winter type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 12 inches or less, or to some limited production tires. All passenger car tires must confirm to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades.
(cid:132) Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
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based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov- ernment test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1-1/2) times as well on the govern- ment course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.
(cid:132) Traction AA, A, B, C The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as mea- sured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and con- crete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
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tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
and not overloaded. Excessive speed, un- derinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
(cid:132) Temperature A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and exces- sive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of perfor- mance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stan- dards No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
The temperature grade for this tire is es- tablished for a tire that is properly inflated
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Reporting safety defects (USA) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause in- jury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Admin- istration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Subaru of America, Inc. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Subaru of America, Inc. To con- tact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393
(or 366-0123 in the Washington D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
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Index
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........................... 7-31
Warning light ........................................ 3-23, 7-32
Accessories .............................................. 5-3, 11-68
Accessory power outlet .............................. 6-8, 6-11
Active head restraint ............................................ 1-6
Air cleaner element ......................................... 11-24
Air conditioner operation ..................................... 4-9
Air filtration system ............................................ 4-18
Air flow selection ................................................. 4-2
All-wheel drive warning light (for AWD ATvehicles) ........................................................ 3-26
Aluminum wheels ............................................ 11-54
Antenna system .................................................. 5-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........................... 7-31
Arming the system ............................................. 2-17
Armrest ................................................................ 1-9
Ashtray .............................................................. 6-12
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light ................... 3-22
Audio set ............................................................. 5-3
Auto-dimming mirror/compass .......................... 3-46
Automatic climate control system ...................... 4-11
Automatic transmission ..................................... 7-22
Capacities ..................................................... 12-4
Fluid ............................................................ 11-32
Selector lever ................................................ 7-23
Shift lock release .......................................... 7-2714-2
Temperature warning light ............................ 3-22
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor
(A/ELR) .......................................................... 1-15
Brake
Battery ............................................................. 11-63
Jump starting ................................................ 9-13
Replacement (Remote keyless entry system) ...................................................... 2-11Booster ....................................................... 11-42
Fluid ............................................................ 11-40
Pad and lining ............................................. 11-45
Pedal .......................................................... 11-43Brake pedal
Free play .................................................... 11-43
Reserve distance ........................................ 11-43
Brake system .................................................... 7-30
Warning light ................................................ 3-24
Braking .............................................................. 7-30Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ....................................................... 11-45
Tips ............................................................... 7-30Bulb
Chart ........................................................... 12-10
Replacing ................................................... 11-69C Capacities .......................................................... 12-4
CargoArea cover .................................................... 6-14
Area light ............................................. 6-2, 11-81
Tie-down hooks ............................................ 6-17
Catalytic converter ............................................... 8-4
CenterConsole .......................................................... 6-6
Ventilators ....................................................... 4-3Changing
Checking
Flat tire ............................................................ 9-5
Oil and oil filter ............................................ 11-12
Charge warning light ......................................... 3-22
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ............................. 3-21
Brake pedal free play .................................. 11-43
Brake pedal reserve distance ..................... 11-43
Clutch function ............................................ 11-44
Clutch pedal free play ................................. 11-44
Engine oil level ........................................... 11-11
Fluid level ................. 11-32, 11-38, 11-40, 11-41
Gear oil level ........................ 11-30, 11-35, 11-36
Child restraint systems ...................................... 1-32
Installation with A/ELR seatbelt .................... 1-36
Lower and tether anchorages ....................... 1-43Index
Chime
Child safety ............................................................. 7
Locks ............................................................ 2-23Key ................................................................. 3-5
Seatbelt ............................................... 1-15, 3-20
Cigarette lighter socket ........................................ 6-9
CleaningAluminum wheels ......................................... 10-3
Interior .......................................................... 10-6
Ventilator grille .............................................. 4-17Climate control system
Automatic ...................................................... 4-11
Manual ............................................................ 4-4
Clock ................................................................. 3-29
Clutch fluid ....................................................... 11-41
Clutch pedal .................................................... 11-44
Coat hook .......................................................... 6-14
Coin tray .............................................................. 6-6
Cooling system ................................................ 11-18
Corrosion protection ................................. 8-14, 10-4
Cruise control .................................................... 7-38
Indicator light ................................................ 3-27
Set indicator light .......................................... 3-27
Cup holder ........................................................... 6-7Daytime running light system ............................ 3-32
14-3
Index
Differential gear oil
Front ........................................................... 11-35
Rear ............................................................ 11-36
Dimensions ........................................................ 12-2
Disarming the system ........................................ 2-19
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ............ 7-31
Dome light ................................................ 6-2, 11-81
Door locks ........................................................... 2-6
Door open warning light .................................... 3-26
Drive belts ....................................................... 11-29
Driver’s control center differential ...................... 7-18
Auto indicator light ........................................ 3-28
Indicator lights .............................................. 3-28Driving
Drinking ............................................................. 9
Drugs ................................................................. 9
Foreign countries ............................................ 8-6
Mobile phone ................................................... 10
Pets ................................................................. 11
Snowy and icy roads .................................... 8-13
Tips ............................................... 7-14, 7-17, 8-7
Tired or sleepy ................................................. 10EBD (Electronic brake force distribution)
system ........................................................... 7-34
Electrical system ............................................... 12-314-4
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
system ........................................................... 7-34
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ................ 1-14
EngineCompartment overview ................................ 11-8
Coolant ....................................................... 11-19
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ................ 8, 8-3
Hood ............................................................. 11-5
Oil ............................................................... 11-11
Overheating .................................................. 9-16
Starting ........................................................... 7-9
Stopping ....................................................... 7-11
Exterior care ...................................................... 10-2Flat tires .............................................................. 9-5
Floor mat ........................................................... 6-13
Fluid levelAutomatic transmission .............................. 11-32
Brake .......................................................... 11-40
Clutch ......................................................... 11-41
Power steering ........................................... 11-38
Fog light button ................................................. 3-36
Folding down the rear seat ................................ 1-12
FrontDifferential gear oil ..................................... 11-35
Fog light ...................................................... 11-78Seatbelt pretensioners .................................. 1-28
Seats .............................................................. 1-2
Turn signal light .......................................... 11-73
Fuel ..................................................................... 7-2
Economy hints ................................................ 8-2
Filler lid and cap ............................................. 7-4
Gauge .................................................. 3-10, 3-17
Requirements ................................................. 7-2
Fuses ............................................................... 11-65
Fuses and circuits ............................................. 12-7GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ................... 8-19
Glove box ............................................................ 6-5
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) .............. 8-19Hazard warning flasher ....................................... 3-7
Head restraint adjustment (Front) ........................ 1-5
Headlight beam leveler ...................................... 3-34
Headlight flasher ............................................... 3-31
Headlight indicator light ..................................... 3-28
Headlights .............................................. 3-30, 11-70
Headrest adjustment (Wagon) ........................... 1-11
Heater operation .................................................. 4-6
High beam indicator light ................................... 3-27
High mount stop light ....................................... 11-83Index
Horn ................................................................... 3-51
Hose and connections ..................................... 11-19Ignition switch ...................................................... 3-3
Illuminated entry ................................................ 2-11
Illumination brightness control ........................... 3-33
Immobilizer .......................................................... 2-3
Indicator lightHigh beam .................................................... 3-27
Selector lever position .................................. 3-27
Turn signal .................................................... 3-27
Inside mirror ...................................................... 3-45
Intercooler water spray .................................... 11-55
Switch ........................................................... 3-44
Warning light ................................................. 3-26
Interior light .......................................................... 6-2
Internal trunk lid release handle ........................ 2-28Jack and jack handle ......................................... 9-24
Jump starting ..................................................... 9-13Key
Interlock release ............................................. 3-6
14-5
Index
Number ........................................................... 2-3
Reminder chime ............................................. 3-5
Keys .................................................................... 2-2Leather seat materials ....................................... 10-6
LightCargo area .......................................... 6-2, 11-81
Dome ................................................... 6-2, 11-81
Map ..................................................... 6-3, 11-81
Light control switch ............................................ 3-30
Limited slip differential (LSD) ............................ 7-28
Loading your vehicle ......................................... 8-17
LSD (Limited slip differential) ............................ 7-28Main fuse ......................................................... 11-68
MaintenancePrecautions .................................................. 11-3
Schedule ...................................................... 11-3
Seatbelt ........................................................ 1-27
Tools ............................................................. 9-24Malfunction indicator lamp (Check Engine
light) ............................................................... 3-21
Manual climate control system ............................ 4-4
Manual transmission5 speeds ....................................................... 7-15
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6 speeds ....................................................... 7-12
Map light ................................................... 6-3, 11-81
Maximum load limits .......................................... 8-29
Meters and gauges .................................... 3-7, 3-15
Mirrors ............................................................... 3-45
Moonroof .................................................. 2-33, 9-23New vehicle break-in driving – the first 1,000
miles (1,600 km) .............................................. 8-2
Odometer/Trip meter .................................. 3-8, 3-15
Off road driving .................................................... 8-8
Oil filter ............................................................ 11-12
Oil levelEngine ........................................................ 11-11
Front differential (AT vehicles) ................... 11-35
Manual transmission .................................. 11-30
Rear differential .......................................... 11-36
Oil pressure warning light .................................. 3-22
Outside mirrors .................................................. 3-48
Outside temperature indicator .................. 3-12, 3-19
Overheating engine ........................................... 9-16P Parking
Brake ............................................................ 7-36
Brake stroke ............................................... 11-46
Light switch ................................................... 3-35
Tips ............................................................... 7-36
Periodic inspections ............................................ 8-6
PowerDoor locking switches ..................................... 2-8
Steering ........................................................ 7-29
Steering fluid ............................................... 11-38
Windows ....................................................... 2-24
Preparing to drive ................................................ 7-9
Printed antenna ................................................... 5-2Rear
Combination lights ...................................... 11-78
Differential gear oil ...................................... 11-36
Differential oil temperature warning light ...... 3-23
Gate .............................................................. 2-31
Seats .............................................................. 1-8Rear seat
Rear window
Folding down (Wagon) ................................. 1-12
Defogger button ............................................ 3-41
Wiper and washer switch .............................. 3-40Index
Recommended
Automatic transmission fluid ....................... 11-34
Brake fluid ................................................... 11-40
Clutch fluid .................................................. 11-42
Oil grade and viscosity ................... 11-16, 11-18, 11-31, 11-35, 11-37
Power steering fluid .................................... 11-39
Spark plugs ................................................. 11-28
Remote keyless entry system ............................. 2-9
ReplacementBrake pad and lining ................................... 11-45
Wiper blades ............................................... 11-57Replacing
Air cleaner element ..................................... 11-24
Battery (Remote keyless entry system) ........ 2-11
Lost transmitters (keyless entry system) ...... 2-13
Replacing bulbs ............................................... 11-69
Cargo area light .......................................... 11-81
Dome light .................................................. 11-81
Front fog light .............................................. 11-78
Front turn signal light .................................. 11-73
Headlights ................................................... 11-70
High mount stop light .................................. 11-83
License plate light ....................................... 11-81
Map light ..................................................... 11-81
Parking light ................................................ 11-74
Rear combination lights .............................. 11-7814-7
Index
Trunk light ................................................... 11-82
REV indicator light and buzzer .......................... 3-13
Rocking the vehicle ........................................... 8-16
Roof rail and crossbar ....................................... 8-20Seat
Fabric ........................................................... 10-6
Heater ............................................................. 1-7
Seatbelt .................................................................. 6
Maintenance ................................................. 1-27
Pretensioners ............................................... 1-28
Safety tips ..................................................... 1-13
Warning light and chime ...................... 1-15, 3-20
Seatbelts ........................................................... 1-13
Security system ................................................. 2-17
Selector lever .................................................... 7-23
Position indicator .......................................... 3-27
Shift lock release ............................................... 7-27
Side ventilators .................................................... 4-3
Snow tires ......................................................... 8-14
Sounding a panic alarm ..................................... 2-11
Spark plugs ..................................................... 11-28
Specifications .................................................... 12-2
Speedometer .............................................. 3-8, 3-15
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint Systemairbag) ....................................................... 6, 1-53
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SRS airbag system monitors ............................. 1-73
SRS airbag system servicing ............................ 1-74
SRS airbag system warning light ...................... 3-20
SRS frontal airbag ............................................. 1-57
SRS side airbag ................................................ 1-65
Starting the engine .............................................. 7-9
State emission testing (U.S. only) ....................... 7-7
Stopping the engine .......................................... 7-11
Storage compartments ........................................ 6-5
Sun shades ....................................................... 2-35
Sun visors ........................................................... 6-4
Supplemental Restraint System airbag(SRS) ............................................................. 1-53
Synthetic leather upholstery .............................. 10-6Tachometer ................................................ 3-9, 3-16
Temperature gauge .................................. 3-11, 3-18
Temporary spare tire ........................................... 9-3
Tilt steering wheel ............................................. 3-50
TireChains .......................................................... 8-16
Inspection ................................................... 11-47
Pressures and wear ................................... 11-48
Replacement .............................................. 11-53
Rotation ...................................................... 11-52
Tires .................................................................. 12-5Trailer
Types .......................................................... 11-47
Tires and wheels ............................................. 11-47
Top tether anchorages ...................................... 1-47
Towing ............................................................... 9-17
All wheels on the ground .............................. 9-21
Flat-bed truck ................................................ 9-20Hitch ............................................................. 8-25
Hitches .......................................................... 8-34
Towing .......................................................... 8-29
Towing tips ................................................... 8-37
Trunk lid ............................................................. 2-27
Release handle ............................................. 2-28
Trunk light ........................................................ 11-82
Turn signalIndicator lights .............................................. 3-27
Lever ............................................................. 3-32Under-floor storage compartment ...................... 6-18
Valet mode ........................................................ 2-20
Vanity mirror ........................................................ 6-4
VehicleCapacity weight ............................................ 8-19
Identification ............................................... 12-11Index
Symbols ............................................................. 4
Ventilator ............................................................. 4-2Warning and indicator lights .............................. 3-20
Warning lightsABS .............................................................. 3-23
All-wheel drive .............................................. 3-26
Anti-lock Brake system ................................. 3-23
AT OIL TEMPerature .................................... 3-22
Brake system ................................................ 3-24
Charge .......................................................... 3-22
CHECK ENGINE .......................................... 3-21
Door open ..................................................... 3-26
Oil pressure .................................................. 3-22
R.Diff TEMPerature ...................................... 3-23
Seatbelt ............................................... 1-15, 3-20
SRS airbag system ....................................... 3-20
Warranties and maintenance ............................ 8-29
Washing ............................................................ 10-2
Waxing and polishing ........................................ 10-3
Wear indicators ............................................... 11-51
WheelAlignment ...................................................... 12-6
Balance ....................................................... 11-51
Replacement .............................................. 11-53
Windows ............................................................ 2-2414-9
Index
Windshield
Windshield washer fluid .............................. 11-56
Wiper and washer switches .......................... 3-38
Wiper deicer .................................................. 3-43
Winter driving .................................................... 8-11
Wiper and washer ............................................. 3-3614-10
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GAS STATION REFERENCE
Fuel: (cid:84) 2.5-liter non-turbo models Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. (cid:84) 2.0-liter turbo models Use premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91
AKI or higher. If premium unleaded gasoline is not avail- able, regular unleaded gasoline with octane rating of 87
AKI or higher may be temporarily used. For optimum en- gine performance and driveability, it is required that you use premium grade unleaded gasoline. (cid:84) 2.5-liter turbo models Use premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 93
AKI or higher. If premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 93 AKI is not available, premium unleaded gaso- line with octane rating of 91 AKI or higher may be tempo- rarily used. For optimum engine performance and driveabil- Cold tire pressure:Item
RS, RS sport package, WRX
Tire size Wheel size Pressure
Temporary spare tire
Front Rear Size Pressure
P205/55R16 89V
16 × 61/2 JJ
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2) 29 psi (200 kPa, 2.0 kgf/cm2)
ity, it is required that you use premium grade unleaded gas- oline with an octane rating of 93 AKI or higher. (cid:132) Fuel octane rating This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is commonly referred to as the Anti Knock Index (AKI). Refer to “Fuel” section in this manual. Fuel capacity: 15.9 US gal (60 liters, 13.2 Imp gal) Engine oil: Use only API classification SL with the words “ENERGY CONSERVING” and the New API certification mark (star- burst mark) displayed on the container. Engine oil capacity: 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt)
WRX (option tire)*1
215/45R17 87W17 × 7 JJ
WRX-STi
225/45R17 90W
17 × 8 JJ
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2) 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2)
36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2) 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2)
*1: The recommended cold tire pressure for the 215/45R17 87W tire is not indicated on the vehicle placard attached to the driver’s side B-pillar since this tire is a dealer option for the WRX. If your vehicle is equipped with 215/45R17 87W tires, be sure to adjust them to the air pressure shown on this page.
T135/70 D16
T135/70 D17
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2)
Foreword
Congratulations on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. This Owner’s Man- ual has all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU in excel- lent condition and to properly maintain the emission control system for minimizing emission pollutants. We urge you to read this manual carefully so that you may understand your vehicle and its operation. For information not found in this Owner’s Manual, such as details concerning repairs or adjustments, please contact the dealer from whom you purchased your SUBARU or the nearest SUBARU dealer. The information, specifications and illustrations found in this manual are those in effect at the time of printing. FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD. reserves the right to change specifications and designs at any time without prior notice and without incurring any obligation to make the same or similar changes on vehicles previously sold. This Owner’s Manual applies to all models and covers all equipment, in- cluding factory installed options. Some explanations, therefore may be for equipment not installed in your vehicle. Please leave this manual in the vehicle at the time of resale. The next owner will need the information found herein.
FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD., TOKYO, JAPAN
is a registered trademark of FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD.
© copyright 2004 FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD.
This manual describes the following vehicle types.
Sedan
Wagon and OUTBACK SPORT
UGF053AA
UGF055AA
Warranties (cid:132) Warranties for U.S.A. All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru of Ameri- ca, Inc. and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU dealer in the United States come with the following warranties: (cid:121) SUBARU Limited Warranty (cid:121) Emission Control Systems Warranty (cid:121) Emissions Performance Warranty All warranty information, including details of coverage and exclusions, is in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Please read these warranties carefully.
(cid:132) Warranties for Canada All SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru Canada, Inc. and sold at retail by an authorized SUBARU deal- er in Canada come with the following warranties: (cid:121) SUBARU Limited Warranty (cid:121) Anti-Corrosion Warranty (cid:121) Emission Control Warranty All warranty information, including details of coverage and exclusions, is in the Warranty and Service Book- let. Please read these warranties carefully.
(cid:84) WRX-STi (U.S. model only)
WRX-STi models are equipped with High Inten- sity Discharge (HID) headlights that contain mercury. For that reason, it is necessary to re- move HID headlights before vehicle disposal. Once removed, please reuse, recycle or dis- pose of the HID headlights as hazardous waste.
(cid:84) All models except U.S. model WRX-STi
This vehicle does not contain mercury devices or parts.
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How to use this owner’s manual (cid:132) Using your Owner’s manual Before you operate your vehicle, carefully read this manual. To protect yourself and extend the service life of your vehicle, follow the instructions in this manual. Failure to observe these instructions may result in se- rious injury and damage to your vehicle. This manual is composed of fourteen chapters. Each chapter begins with a brief table of contents, so you can usually tell at a glance if that chapter contains the information you want. Chapter 1: Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags This chapter informs you how to use the seat and seat- belt and contains precautions for the SRS airbags. Chapter 2: Keys and doors This chapter informs you how to operate the keys, locks and windows. Chapter 3: Instruments and controls This chapter informs you about the operation of instru- ment panel indicators and how to use the instruments and other switches. Chapter 4: Climate Control This chapter informs you how to operate the climate control. Chapter 5: Audio
This chapter informs you how to operate your audio system. Chapter 6: Interior equipment This chapter informs you how to operate interior equipment. Chapter 7: Starting and operating This chapter informs you how to start and operate your SUBARU. Chapter 8: Driving tips This chapter informs you how to drive your SUBARU in various conditions and explains some safety tips on driving. Chapter 9: In case of emergency This chapter informs you what to do if you have a prob- lem while driving, such as a flat tire or engine over- heating. Chapter 10: Appearance care This chapter informs you how to keep your SUBARU looking good. Chapter 11: Maintenance and service This chapter informs you when you need to take your SUBARU to the dealer for scheduled maintenance and informs you how to keep your SUBARU running properly. Chapter 12: Specifications This chapter informs you about dimension and capac- ities of your SUBARU.
Chapter 13: Consumer information and Reporting safety defects This chapter informs you about Uniform tire quality grading standards and Reporting safety defects. Chapter 14: Index This is an alphabetical listing of all that’s in this manu- al. You can use it to quickly find something you want to read.
(cid:132) Safety warnings You will find a number of WARNINGs, CAUTIONs and NOTEs in this manual. These safety warnings alert you to potential hazards that could result in injury to you or others. Please read these safety warnings as well as all other portions of this manual carefully in order to gain a bet- ter understanding of how to use your SUBARU vehicle safely.
A WARNING indicates a situation in which seri- ous injury or death could result if the warning is ignored.
A CAUTION indicates a situation in which injury or damage to your vehicle, or both, could result if the caution is ignored.
NOTE A NOTE gives information or suggestions how to make better use of your vehicle.
(cid:132) Safety symbol
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ual. This symbol means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen”, depending upon the context.
Vehicle symbols There are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Mark
Name
CAUTION
Power door lock and unlock
Passenger’s windows lock and un- lock
Fuel
Front fog lights
Parking lights
Hazard warning flasher
Cigarette lighter
Mark
Name
Mark
Name
Engine hood
Trunk lid (Sedan)
Seat heater
Rear window wiper and washer
Lights
Parking lights, tail lights, license plate light and instrument panel illumination
Child restraint top tether anchorages
Head lights
Child restraint lower anchorages
Illumination brightness
Horn
Windshield wiper deicer
Wiper intermittent
Windshield wiper and washer
Fan speed
Instrument panel outlets
Instrument panel outlets and foot out- lets
Foot outlets
Windshield defroster and foot outlets
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Mark
Name
Windshield defroster
Rear window defogger/Outside mirror defogger
Air recirculation
Outside air
Engine oil
Washer
Safety precautions when driving (cid:132) Seatbelt and SRS airbag
(cid:121) All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of serious injury be- comes greater in the event of a sudden stop or accident. (cid:121) To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident, the driver and all passengers in the vehicle should always wear seatbelts when the vehicle is moving. The SRS (Supplemental Re- straint System) airbag does not do away with the need to fasten seatbelts. In combination with the seatbelts, it offers the best combined protection in case of a serious accident. Not wearing a seatbelt increases the chance of severe injury or death in a crash even when the vehicle has the SRS airbag. (cid:121) The SRS airbags deploy with considerable speed and force. Occupants who are out of proper position when the SRS airbag deploys could suffer very serious injuries. Because the SRS airbag needs enough space for deploy-
ment, the driver should always sit upright and well back in the seat as far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full ve- hicle control and the front passenger should move the seat as far back as possible and sit upright and well back in the seat.
Carefully read the sections “Seatbelts” and “*SRS air- bag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)” in chap- ter 1 of this owner’s manual for instructions and pre- cautions concerning the seatbelt system and SRS air- bag system.
(cid:132) Child safety
(cid:121) Never hold a child on your lap or in your arms while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a colli- sion, because the child will be caught between the passenger and objects inside the vehicle. (cid:121) While riding in the vehicle, infants and small children should always be placed in the REAR seat in an infant or child restraint system which is appropriate for the child’s age, height and
weight. If a child is too big for a child restraint system, the child should sit in the REAR seat and be restrained using the seatbelts. Accord- ing to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating po- sitions than in the front seating positions. Nev- er allow a child to stand up or kneel on the seat. (cid:121) Put children aged 12 and under in the REAR seat properly restrained at all times in a child restraint device or in a seatbelt. The SRS airbag deploys with considerable speed and force and can injure or even kill children, especially if they are 12 years of age and under and are not restrained or improperly restrained. Because children are lighter and weaker than adults, their risk being injured from deployment is greater. (cid:121) NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO THE CHILD BY PLACING THE CHILD’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO THE SRS AIRBAG. (cid:121) Always use the child safety locks whenever a child rides in the rear seat. Serious injury could result if a child accidentally opened the door and fell out. Refer to the “Child safety locks” section in chapter 2.
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(cid:121) Always lock the passenger’s windows using the lock switch when children are riding in the vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure could result in injury to a child operating the power window. Refer to the “Windows” section in chapter 2. (cid:121) Never leave unattended children in the vehi- cle. They could accidentally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle. Also, on hot or sunny days, tempera- ture in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe or possibly fatal injuries to them. (cid:121) Help prevent young children from locking themselves in the trunk. When leaving the vehi- cle, either close all windows and lock all doors or cancel the inside trunk lid release. Also make certain that the trunk is closed. On hot or sunny days, the temperature in a trunk could quickly become high enough to cause death or serious heat-related injuries including brain damage, particularly for small children.
Carefully read the sections “Child restraint systems”, “*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System air- bag)”, and “Seatbelts” in chapter 1 of this owner’s manual for instructions and precautions concerning
the child restraint system, seatbelt system and SRS airbag system.
(cid:132) Engine exhaust gas (Carbon monox-
ide)
(cid:121) Never inhale engine exhaust gas. Engine ex- haust gas contains carbon monoxide, a color- less and odorless gas which is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. (cid:121) Always properly maintain the engine exhaust system to prevent engine exhaust gas from en- tering the vehicle. (cid:121) Never run the engine in a closed space, such as a garage, except for the brief time needed to drive the vehicle in or out of it. (cid:121) Avoid remaining in a parked vehicle for a lengthy time while the engine is running. If that is unavoidable, then use the ventilation fan to force fresh air into the vehicle. (cid:121) Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free from snow, leaves or other obstructions to ensure that the ventilation system always works properly. (cid:121) If at any time you suspect that exhaust fumes
are entering the vehicle, have the problem checked and corrected as soon as possible. If you must drive under these conditions, drive only with all windows fully open. (cid:121) Keep the trunk lid or rear gate closed while driving to prevent exhaust gas from entering the vehicle.
accidents. Since alcohol affects all people differently, you may have consumed too much alcohol to drive safely even if the level of alcohol in your blood is below the legal limit. The safest thing you can do is never drink and drive. However if you have no choice but to drive, stop drinking and sober up completely before getting behind the wheel.
(cid:132) Drinking and driving
(cid:132) Drugs and driving
Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Alcohol in the bloodstream delays your reac- tion and impairs your perception, judgment and attentiveness. If you drive after drinking – even if you drink just a little – it will increase the risk of being involved in a serious or fatal accident, injuring or killing yourself, your passengers and others. In addition, if you are injured in the accident, alcohol may increase the severity of that injury. Please don’t drink and drive.
Drunken driving is one of the most frequent causes of
There are some drugs (over the counter and prescription) that can delay your reaction time and impair your perception, judgment and at- tentiveness. If you drive after taking them, it may increase your, your passengers’ and other persons’ risk of being involved in a serious or fatal accident.
If you are taking any drugs, check with your doctor or pharmacist or read the literature that accompanies the medication to determine if the drug you are taking can impair your driving ability. Do not drive after taking any medications that can make you drowsy or otherwise affect your ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. If
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you have a medical condition that requires you to take drugs, please consult with your doctor. Never drive if you are under the influence of any illicit mind-altering drugs. For your own health and well-be- ing, we urge you not to take illegal drugs in the first place and to seek treatment if you are addicted to those drugs.
(cid:132) Driving when tired or sleepy
When you are tired or sleepy, your reaction will be delayed and your perception, judgment and attentiveness will be impaired. If you drive when tired or sleepy, your, your passengers’ and other persons’ chances of being involved in a serious accident may increase.
Please do not continue to drive but instead find a safe place to rest if you are tired or sleepy. On long trips, you should make periodic rest stops to refresh your- self before continuing on your journey. When possible, you should share the driving with others.
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(cid:132) Modification of your vehicle
Your vehicle should not be modified. Modifica- tion could affect its performance, safety or du- rability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or perfor- mance problems resulting from modification may not be covered under warranties.
(cid:132) Mobile phones and driving
Do not use a hand-held phone while driving; it may distract your attention from driving and can lead to an accident. If you use a hand-held phone, pull off the road and park in the safe place before using your phone. In some States/ Provinces, only hands-free phones may legally be used while driving.
(cid:132) Driving with pets Unrestrained pets can interfere with your driving and distract your attention from driving. In a collision or sudden stop, unrestrained pets or cages can be thrown around inside the vehicle and hurt you or your passengers. Besides, the pets can be hurt under these situations. It is also for their own safety that pets should be properly restrained in your vehicle. Restrain a pet with a special traveling harness which can be se-
