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Dimensions ....................................................... Engine ................................................................ Electrical system .............................................. Capacities .......................................................... Tires ................................................................... Wheel alignment ...............................................


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Fuses and circuits ........................................ 12-7
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Bulb chart ...................................................... 12-10
Vehicle identification .................................... 12-11


Fuse panel located behind the coin tray ....... Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ..................................................


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SpecificationsSpecifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. (cid:132) Dimensions


Item


2.5-liter non-turbo RS, RS sport


package


Sedan 2.0-liter turbo


WRX


2.5-liter turbo


WRX-STi


Wagon


2.5-liter non-turbo


2.0-liter turbo


in (mm)


RS


OUTBACK


SPORT


WRX


Drive system Transmission type Overall length Overall width


Sedan Wagon Overall height Without roofrail With roofrail


Wheel base


Tread


Front


Rear


AT


MT


AT


MT


MT


AWD AT


173.8 (4,415)


MT


AT


MT


AT


MT


68.5 (1,740)


– 56.7 (1,440)


– 99.4 (2,525)


58.5 (1,485)


58.1 (1,475)


58.3 (1,480)


66.7 (1,695) 57.7 (1,465)


58.5 (1,485)



67.3 (1,710) 58.1 (1,475)


58.9 (1,495) 99.4 (2,525)


66.7 (1,695) 57.7 (1,465)


58.5 (1,485)


57.7 (1,465)


57.5 (1,460)


57.7 (1,465)


57.3 (1,455)


5.9 (150)


6.3 (160)


6.1 (155)


56.3 (1,430)


100 (2,540) 58.7 (1,490) 58.9 (1,495) 5.7 (145)


Ground clearance*1


5.9 (150)


6.1 (155)


*1: Measured with vehicle empty AT: Automatic transmission MT: Manual transmission


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(cid:132) Engine Engine model


Engine type Displacement cc (cu-in) Bore × Stroke in (mm) Compression ratio Firing order (cid:132) Electrical system MT Battery type and capacity (5HR) AT


Alternator


Spark plugs


AT: Automatic transmission MT: Manual transmission


Specifications


EJ253


(2.5-liter, SOHC, non-turbo)


EJ205 (2.0-liter, DOHC, turbo) EJ257 (2.5-liter, DOHC, turbo)


Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, 4-stroke gasoline engine


2,457 (150)


1,994 (122)


2,457 (150)


3.9 × 3.1 (99.5 × 79.0)


3.6 × 2.9 (92.0 × 75.0)


3.9 × 3.1 (99.5 × 79.0)


10.0 : 1


8.0 : 1


1 – 3 – 2 – 4


8.2 : 1


With 2.5-liter non-turbo engine With 2.0-liter turbo engine 2.5-liter non-turbo and 2.0-liter turbo engine 2.5-liter turbo engine 2.5-liter non-turbo engine 2.0-liter turbo engine 2.5-liter turbo engine


12V-48AH (55D23L) 12V-52AH (75D23L) 12V-52AH (65D23L)


12V-75A


12V-90A FR5AP-11


PFR6G (NGK) IFLR6B (NGK)


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5 speed 6 speed


2.5-liter non-turbo engine


2.0-liter turbo engine


2.5-liter turbo engine


MT AT MT AT MT


15.9 US gal (60 liters, 13.2 Imp gal)


4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt) 3.7 US qt (3.5 liters, 3.1 Imp qt) 4.3 US qt (4.1 liters, 3.6 Imp qt) 10.0 US qt (9.5 liters, 8.4 Imp qt) 0.7 US qt (0.7 liter, 0.6 Imp qt) 7.4 US qt (7.0 liters, 6.2 Imp qt) 7.3 US qt (6.9 liters, 6.1 Imp qt) 8.1 US qt (7.7 liters, 6.8 Imp qt) 8.0 US qt (7.6 liters, 6.7 Imp qt) 8.1 US qt (7.7 liters, 6.8 Imp qt)


Specifications


(cid:132) Capacities Fuel tank Engine oil Transmission oil (MT)


Transmission oil (AT) Power steering gear fluid Engine coolant


AT: Automatic transmission MT: Manual transmission


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(cid:132) Tires


Tire size Wheel size Pressure


Temporary spare tire


Item


Front


Rear


Size Pressure


Specifications


RS, RS sport package,


WRX


P205/55R16 89V


16 × 61/2 JJ


32 psi


(220 kPa, 2.2 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)


17 × 8 JJ 36 psi


(250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2)


29 psi


(200 kPa, 2.0 kgf/cm2)


32 psi


(220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2)


30 psi


(210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm2)


T135/70 D16


T135/70 D17


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 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.


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(cid:132) Wheel alignment


Item


Sedan


Wagon


2.5-liter non-turbo


RS, RS sport


package


2.0-liter turbo


2.5-liter turbo


2.5-liter non-turbo


2.0-liter turbo


WRX


WRX-STi


RS


OUTBACK


SPORT


WRX


Drive system Toe


Camber


Front Rear Front Rear


AWD


0 in (0 mm) 0 in (0 mm)


–0°15’ –1°25’


–0°25’ –1°30’


–0°30’ –1°40’


–0°10’ –1°15’


–0°05’ –1°10’


–0°20’ –1°20’


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Fuses and circuits (cid:132) Fuse panel located behind the coin


tray


10


11


12


13 14


15 16


17


18 19


20 21 22 23


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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


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13


14


15


16


17


18


19


20


21


22


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(cid:132) Fuse panel located in the engine com-


partment


9 10 11 12


6 7 8


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1 2


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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Description High mount stop light


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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168
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
7440


Tail light (Sedan) Back-up light


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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) ................... 13-17


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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.


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(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-)4


2=! 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 by


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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 the


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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 – 13-11


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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
lbs (73 kg) of cargo can be carried.


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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.


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Index


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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 AT


vehicles) ........................................................ 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 .......................................... 7-27


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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) ...................................................... 2-11


Booster ....................................................... 11-42
Fluid ............................................................ 11-40
Pad and lining ............................................. 11-45
Pedal .......................................................... 11-43


Brake pedal


Free play .................................................... 11-43
Reserve distance ........................................ 11-43
Brake system .................................................... 7-30
Warning light ................................................ 3-24
Braking .............................................................. 7-30


Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ....................................................... 11-45
Tips ............................................................... 7-30


Bulb


Chart ........................................................... 12-10
Replacing ................................................... 11-69


C Capacities .......................................................... 12-4
Cargo


Area cover .................................................... 6-14
Area light ............................................. 6-2, 11-81
Tie-down hooks ............................................ 6-17
Catalytic converter ............................................... 8-4
Center


Console .......................................................... 6-6
Ventilators ....................................................... 4-3


Changing


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 ....................... 1-43


Index


Chime


Child safety ............................................................. 7
Locks ............................................................ 2-23


Key ................................................................. 3-5
Seatbelt ............................................... 1-15, 3-20
Cigarette lighter socket ........................................ 6-9
Cleaning


Aluminum wheels ......................................... 10-3
Interior .......................................................... 10-6
Ventilator grille .............................................. 4-17


Climate 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 ........................................................... 6-7


Daytime running light system ............................ 3-32


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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 .............................................. 3-28


Driving


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 ................................................. 10


EBD (Electronic brake force distribution)


system ........................................................... 7-34
Electrical system ............................................... 12-3


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Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)


system ........................................................... 7-34
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ................ 1-14
Engine


Compartment 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 ...................................................... 10-2


Flat tires .............................................................. 9-5
Floor mat ........................................................... 6-13
Fluid level


Automatic 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
Front


Differential gear oil ..................................... 11-35
Fog light ...................................................... 11-78


Seatbelt 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 ............................................. 12-7


GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ................... 8-19
Glove box ............................................................ 6-5
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) .............. 8-19


Hazard 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 ....................................... 11-83


Index


Horn ................................................................... 3-51
Hose and connections ..................................... 11-19


Ignition switch ...................................................... 3-3
Illuminated entry ................................................ 2-11
Illumination brightness control ........................... 3-33
Immobilizer .......................................................... 2-3
Indicator light


High 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 ........................ 2-28


Jack and jack handle ......................................... 9-24
Jump starting ..................................................... 9-13


Key


Interlock release ............................................. 3-6


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Index


Number ........................................................... 2-3
Reminder chime ............................................. 3-5
Keys .................................................................... 2-2


Leather seat materials ....................................... 10-6
Light


Cargo 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) ............................ 7-28


Main fuse ......................................................... 11-68
Maintenance


Precautions .................................................. 11-3
Schedule ...................................................... 11-3
Seatbelt ........................................................ 1-27
Tools ............................................................. 9-24


Malfunction indicator lamp (Check Engine


light) ............................................................... 3-21
Manual climate control system ............................ 4-4
Manual transmission


5 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, 9-23


New 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 level


Engine ........................................................ 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 ........................................... 9-16


P Parking


Brake ............................................................ 7-36
Brake stroke ............................................... 11-46
Light switch ................................................... 3-35
Tips ............................................................... 7-36
Periodic inspections ............................................ 8-6
Power


Door locking switches ..................................... 2-8
Steering ........................................................ 7-29
Steering fluid ............................................... 11-38
Windows ....................................................... 2-24
Preparing to drive ................................................ 7-9
Printed antenna ................................................... 5-2


Rear


Combination lights ...................................... 11-78
Differential gear oil ...................................... 11-36
Differential oil temperature warning light ...... 3-23
Gate .............................................................. 2-31
Seats .............................................................. 1-8


Rear seat


Rear window


Folding down (Wagon) ................................. 1-12


Defogger button ............................................ 3-41
Wiper and washer switch .............................. 3-40


Index


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
Replacement


Brake pad and lining ................................... 11-45
Wiper blades ............................................... 11-57


Replacing


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 .............................. 11-78


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Index


Trunk light ................................................... 11-82
REV indicator light and buzzer .......................... 3-13
Rocking the vehicle ........................................... 8-16
Roof rail and crossbar ....................................... 8-20


Seat


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 System


airbag) ....................................................... 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 .............................. 10-6


Tachometer ................................................ 3-9, 3-16
Temperature gauge .................................. 3-11, 3-18
Temporary spare tire ........................................... 9-3
Tilt steering wheel ............................................. 3-50
Tire


Chains .......................................................... 8-16
Inspection ................................................... 11-47
Pressures and wear ................................... 11-48
Replacement .............................................. 11-53
Rotation ...................................................... 11-52
Tires .................................................................. 12-5


Trailer


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 ................................................ 9-20


Hitch ............................................................. 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 signal


Indicator lights .............................................. 3-27
Lever ............................................................. 3-32


Under-floor storage compartment ...................... 6-18


Valet mode ........................................................ 2-20
Vanity mirror ........................................................ 6-4
Vehicle


Capacity weight ............................................ 8-19
Identification ............................................... 12-11


Index


Symbols ............................................................. 4
Ventilator ............................................................. 4-2


Warning and indicator lights .............................. 3-20
Warning lights


ABS .............................................................. 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
Wheel


Alignment ...................................................... 12-6
Balance ....................................................... 11-51
Replacement .............................................. 11-53
Windows ............................................................ 2-24


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Windshield


Windshield washer fluid .............................. 11-56
Wiper and washer switches .......................... 3-38
Wiper deicer .................................................. 3-43
Winter driving .................................................... 8-11
Wiper and washer ............................................. 3-36


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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 87W


17 × 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)


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