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3. Screw the towing hook into the thread
hole until its thread can no longer be seen.

4. Tighten the towing hook securely using
the wheel nut wrench.

After towing, remove the towing hook from

the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket.
Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper.

WARNING

Do not use the towing hook

except when towing your vehicle.

Be sure to remove the towing

hook after towing. Leaving the
towing hook mounted on the
vehicle could interfere with prop-
er operation of the SRS airbag
system in a frontal collision.

CAUTION

To prevent deformation to the bum-
per and the towing hook, do not
apply an excessive load to the tow-
ing hook.

Rear towing hook:
1. Take the towing hook, screwdriver and
wheel nut wrench out of the tool bucket.

2. Pry off the cover on the rear bumper
using a screwdriver, and you will find a
threaded hole for attaching the towing
hook.

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3. Screw the towing hook into the thread
hole until its thread can no longer be seen.

4. Tighten the towing hook securely using
the wheel nut wrench.

After towing, remove the towing hook from

the vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket.
Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper.

WARNING

Do not use the towing hook except
when towing your vehicle.

Be sure to remove the towing hook
after towing. Leaving the towing
hook mounted on the vehicle could
interfere with proper operation of
the fuel pump shut off function when
the vehicle is struck from behind.

CAUTION

To prevent deformation to the bum-
per and the towing hook, do not
apply an excessive load to the tow-
ing hook.

Front tie-down hooks:

The front tie-down hooks are located
between each of the front tires and the
front bumper.

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Rear tie-down holes:

Rear tie-down hole

The rear tie-down holes are located near
each of the jack-up reinforcements.
There is a plug in each rear tie-down hole.
To use the rear tie-down holes, remove the

plugs. After using the rear tie-down holes,
return the plugs to their original places.

WARNING

Use the rear tie-down holes only for
downward anchoring. If they are
used to anchor the vehicle in any
other direction, cables may slip out
of the holes, possibly causing a
dangerous situation.

Using a flat-bed truck

This is the best way to transport your
vehicle. Use the following procedures to
ensure safe transportation.
1. Shift the select lever into the “P”
position for CVT models. Shift the shift
lever into the “1st” position for MT models.

2. Apply the parking brake firmly.
3. Secure the vehicle onto the carrier
properly with safety chains. Each safety
chain should be equally tightened and care
must be taken not to pull the chains so
tightly that the suspension bottoms out.

CAUTION

If your vehicle has a front under-
spoiler and rear underspoiler (both
optional), be careful not to scrape
them when placing the vehicle on
the carrier and when removing the
vehicle from the carrier.

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Towing with all wheels on the
ground

1. Release the parking brake and put the
transmission in the “N”/neutral position.
2. The ignition switch should be in the
“ON” position while the vehicle is being
towed.
3. Take up slack in the towline slowly to
prevent damage to the vehicle.

WARNING

Never turn the ignition switch to

the “LOCK”/“OFF” position while
the vehicle is being towed be-
cause the steering wheel and the
direction of the wheels will be
locked.

Remember that the brake booster

and power steering do not func-
tion when the engine is not run-
ning. Because the engine is
turned off, it will take greater
effort to operate the brake pedal
and steering wheel.

CAUTION

If transmission failure occurs,

transport your vehicle on a flat-
bed truck.

For CVT models, the traveling

speed must be limited to less
than 20 mph (32 km/h) and the
traveling distance to less than 31
miles (50 km). For greater speeds
and distances, transport your
vehicle on a flat-bed truck.

Electronic parking brake – if
the electronic parking brake
cannot be released (models
with electronic parking brake
system)

Contact your SUBARU dealer and have
your SUBARU dealer release the electro-
nic parking brake.

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Access key fob – if access key
fob does not operate properly

CAUTION

Keep metallic objects, magnetic
sources and signal transmitters
away from the area between the
access key fob and the push-button
ignition switch. They may interfere
with the communication between
the access key fob and the push-
button ignition switch.

The following functions may be inoperable
because of strong radio signals in the
surrounding area or a low battery condition
of the access key fob.
.

Locking/unlocking doors

Switching power status

Starting the engine

In such cases, perform the following
procedure. When the battery of the access
key fob is discharged, replace it with a new
one. Refer to “Replacing battery of access
key fob” F11-52.

Locking and unlocking

Release button

Emergency key

While pressing the release button of the
access key fob, take out the emergency
key.
Lock or unlock the driver’s door with the
emergency key.

NOTE

After locking or unlocking, be sure to
reinsert the emergency key into the
access key fob.

Switching power status

1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Shift the shift lever into neutral (MT
models) or the select lever into the “P”
position (CVT models).
3. Depress the clutch pedal (MT models)
or brake pedal (CVT models).

4. Hold the access key fob with the
buttons facing you, and touch the push-
button ignition switch with it.
When the communication between the
access key fob and the vehicle is com-
pleted, a chime (ding) will sound. At the
same time, the status of the push-button
ignition switch changes to either of the
following.

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When the keyless access with push-

button start system is deactivated:
“ACC”
.

Under other conditions: “ON”

5. When the keyless access with push-
button start system is deactivated, press
the push-button ignition switch with the
clutch pedal (MT models) or brake pedal
(CVT models) released. The status of the
push-button ignition switch then changes
to “ON”.

NOTE

If the power does not switch even
though the above procedure was fol-
lowed precisely, contact your SUBARU
dealer.

Starting engine

1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Shift the shift lever into neutral (MT
models) or the select lever into the “P”
position (CVT models).
3. Depress the brake pedal (all models).
4. Depress the clutch pedal (MT models).

5. Hold the access key fob with the
buttons facing you, and touch the push-
button ignition switch with it.
When the communication between the
access key fob and the vehicle is com-
pleted, a chime (ding) will sound. At the
same time, the push-button ignition switch
turns to the “ACC” or “ON” position.
6. Within 5 seconds after the push-button
ignition switch turns to the “ACC” or “ON”
position, while depressing the brake pedal

(all models) and the clutch pedal (MT
models), press the push-button ignition
switch.

NOTE

If the engine does not start even though
the above procedure was followed
precisely, contact your SUBARU dealer.

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Moonroof (if equipped) – if the
moonroof does not close

If the moonroof does not close, we
recommend that you have the system
checked by a SUBARU dealer.

If your vehicle is involved in
an accident

CAUTION

If your vehicle is involved in an
accident, be sure to inspect the
ground under the vehicle before
restarting the engine. If you find that
fuel has leaked on the ground, do
not try to restart the engine. The fuel
system has been damaged and is in
need of repair. Immediately contact
the nearest automotive service facil-
ity. We recommend that you consult
your SUBARU dealer.

Your vehicle has a fuel pump shut off
system. To minimize the risk of fire due to
fuel leakage when your vehicle is subject
to impact from an accident or another
factor, the system stops supplying fuel.
However, depending on the impact condi-
tions at the time of collision, the fuel pump
shut-off system may not operate.

Perform the following procedures to restart
the engine after the system is activated.

Models without “keyless access with
push-button start system”:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”
or “ACC” position.
2. Restart the engine.

Models with “keyless access with
push-button start system”:
1. Turn the push-button ignition switch to
the “ACC” or “OFF” position.
2. Restart the engine.

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Exterior care.......................................................... 10-2

Washing ............................................................... 10-2
Waxing and polishing............................................ 10-3
Cleaning alloy wheels ........................................... 10-4

Corrosion protection ............................................ 10-4

Most common causes of corrosion ....................... 10-4
To help prevent corrosion ..................................... 10-4

Cleaning the interior ............................................. 10-5

Seat fabric ............................................................ 10-5

Leather seat materials .......................................... 10-5
Synthetic leather upholstery ................................. 10-6
Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument

panel, console panel, and switches.................... 10-6

Monitor................................................................. 10-6

Steering wheel with ultrasuede

covering

(if equipped) ....................................................... 10-7

Regular cleaning................................................... 10-7
Liquid dirt............................................................. 10-7
Dirt from hands .................................................... 10-7

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Exterior care

Washing

CAUTION

When washing the vehicle, the

brakes may get wet. As a result,
the brake stopping distance will
be longer. To dry the brakes, drive
the vehicle at a safe speed while
lightly depressing the brake ped-
al to heat up the brakes.

Do not wash the engine compart-

ment and area adjacent to it. If
water enters the engine air intake
or electrical parts, it will cause
engine trouble or a malfunction
of electrical equipment.

When washing the inner fenders,

underbody, bumpers and pro-
truding objects such as exhaust
pipes and exhaust finishers, be
careful to prevent injuries from
contacting sharp ends.

Do not use any organic solvents

when washing the surface of the
bulb assembly cover. However, if
a detergent with organic solvents
is used to wash the cover sur-
face, completely rinse off the
detergent with water. Otherwise,

the cover surface may be da-
maged.

NOTE

When having your vehicle washed in an
automatic car wash, make sure before-
hand that the car wash is of suitable
type.

The best way to preserve your vehicle’s
beauty is frequent washing. Wash the
vehicle at least once a month to avoid
contamination by road grime.

Wash dirt off with a wet sponge and plenty
of lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash the
vehicle with hot water and in direct sun-
light.

Salt, chemicals, insects, tar, soot, tree sap,
and bird droppings should be washed off
by using a light detergent, as required. If
you use a light detergent, make certain
that it is a neutral detergent. Do not use
strong soap or chemical detergents. All
cleaning agents should be promptly rinsed
off the surface and not allowed to dry there.
Rinse the vehicle thoroughly with plenty of
lukewarm water. Wipe the remaining water
off with a chamois or soft cloth. Wear
rubber gloves and use a hand brush when
washing down underbody, inner fenders
and suspension to effectively remove mud

and dirt off.

Washing the underbody

Chemicals, salts and gravel used for
deicing road surfaces are extremely cor-
rosive, accelerating the corrosion of un-
derbody components, such as the exhaust
system, fuel and brake lines, brake cables,
floor pan and fenders, and suspension.
Thoroughly flush the underbody and inside
of the fenders with lukewarm or cold water
at frequent intervals to reduce the harmful
effects of such agents.

Mud and sand adhering to the underbody
components may accelerate their corro-
sion.
After driving off-road or on muddy or sandy
roads, wash the mud and sand off the
underbody. Carefully flush the suspension
and axle parts, as they are particularly
prone to mud and sand buildup. Do not use
a sharp-edged tool to remove caked mud.

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CAUTION

Be careful not to damage brake

hoses, sensor harnesses, and
other parts when washing sus-
pension components.

Be careful not to flush the engine

bottom for a long time. It may
cause damage of some electrical
parts.

Using a warm water washer

Keep a good distance of 12 in (30 cm)

or more between the washer nozzle and
the vehicle.
.

Do not wash the same area continu-

ously.
.

If a stain will not come out easily, wash

by hand. Some warm water washers are of
the high temperature, high pressure type,
and they can damage or deform the resin
parts such as moldings, or cause water to
leak into the vehicle.

Waxing and polishing

Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing and polishing.
Use a good quality polish and wax and
apply them according to the manufac-
turer’s instructions. Wax or polish when
the painted surface is cool.

Be sure to polish and wax the chrome trim,
as well as the painted surfaces. Loss of
wax on a painted surface leads to loss of
the original luster and also quickens the
deterioration of the surface. It is recom-
mended that a coat of wax be applied at
least once a month, or whenever the
surface no longer repels water.

If the appearance of the paint has dimin-
ished to the point where the luster or tone
cannot be restored, lightly polish the sur-
face with a fine-grained compound. Never
polish just the affected area, but include
the surrounding area as well. Always
polish in only one direction. A No. 2000
grain compound is recommended. Never
use a coarse-grained compound. Coarse-
grained compounds have a smaller grain-
size number and could damage the paint.
After polishing with a compound, coat with
wax to restore the original luster. Frequent
polishing with a compound or an incorrect
polishing technique will result in removing
the paint layer and exposing the under-

coat. When in doubt, it is always best to
contact your SUBARU dealer or an auto
paint specialist.

CAUTION

Do not use any agents with organic
solvents on the surface of the bulb
assembly cover. However, if a polish
or wax with organic solvents is
applied to the cover surface, com-
pletely wipe off the polish or wax.
Otherwise, the cover surface may be
damaged.

NOTE

Be careful not to block the windshield
washer nozzles with wax when waxing
the vehicle.

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Cleaning alloy wheels

Promptly wipe the alloy wheels clean of

any kind of grime or agent. If dirt is left on
too long, it may be difficult to clean off.
.

Do not use soap containing grit to clean

the wheels. Be sure to use a neutral
cleaning agent, and later rinse thoroughly
with water. Do not clean the wheels with a
stiff brush or expose them to a high-speed
washing device.
.

Clean the vehicle (including the alloy

wheels) with water as soon as possible
when it has been splashed with sea water,
exposed to sea breezes, or driven on
roads treated with salt or other agents.

Corrosion protection

Your SUBARU has been designed and
built to resist corrosion. Special materials
and protective finishes have been used on
most parts of the vehicle to help maintain
fine appearance, strength, and reliable
operation.

Most common causes of cor-
rosion

The most common causes of corrosion
are:
.

The accumulation of moisture retaining

dirt and debris in body panel sections,
cavities, and other areas.
.

Damage to paint and other protective

coatings caused by gravel and stone chips
or minor accidents.

Corrosion is accelerated on the vehicle
when:
.

It is exposed to road salt or dust control

chemicals, or used in coastal areas where
there is more salt in the air, or in areas
where there is considerable industrial
pollution.
.

It is driven in areas of high humidity,

especially when temperatures range just
above freezing.
.

Dampness in certain parts of the

vehicle remains for a long time, even
though other parts of the vehicle may be
dry.
.

High temperatures will cause corrosion

to parts of the vehicle which cannot dry
quickly due to lack of proper ventilation.

To help prevent corrosion

Wash the vehicle regularly to prevent
corrosion of the body and suspension
components. Also, wash the vehicle
promptly after driving on any of the
following surfaces.
.

roads that have been salted to prevent

them from freezing in winter
.

mud, sand, or gravel

coastal roads

After the winter has ended, it is recom-
mended that the underbody be given a
very thorough washing.

Before the beginning of winter, check the
condition of underbody components, such
as the exhaust system, fuel and brake
lines, brake cables, suspension, steering
system, floor pan, and fenders. If any of
them are found to be rusted, they should
be given an appropriate rust prevention
treatment or should be replaced. Contact
your SUBARU dealer to perform this kind
of maintenance and treatment if you need

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assistance.

Repair chips and scratches in the paint as
soon as you find them.

Check the interior of the vehicle for water
and dirt accumulation under the floor mats
because that could cause corrosion. Oc-
casionally check under the mats to make
sure the area is dry.
Keep your garage dry. Do not park your
vehicle in a damp, poorly ventilated gar-
age. In such a garage, corrosion can be
caused by dampness. If you wash the
vehicle in the garage or put the vehicle into
the garage when wet or covered with
snow, that can cause dampness.

If your vehicle is operated in cold weather
and/or in areas where road salts and other
corrosive materials are used, the door
hinges and locks, and hood latch should
be inspected and lubricated periodically.

Cleaning the interior

Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate
control panel, audio equipment, instru-
ment panel, center console, combination
meter panel, and switches. (Do not use
organic solvents.)

Seat fabric

Remove loose dirt, dust or debris with a
vacuum cleaner. If the dirt is caked on the
fabric or hard to remove with a vacuum
cleaner, use a soft brush then vacuum it.
Wipe the fabric surface with a tightly wrung
cloth and dry the seat fabric thoroughly. If
the fabric is still dirty, wipe using a solution
of mild soap and lukewarm water then dry
thoroughly.

If the stain does not come out, try a
commercially-available fabric cleaner.
Use the cleaner on a hidden place and
make sure it does not affect the fabric
adversely. Use the cleaner according to its
instructions.

CAUTION

When cleaning the seat, do not use
benzine, paint thinner, or any similar
materials. Doing so could damage
the surface and cause the color to

deteriorate.

Leather seat materials

The leather used by SUBARU is a high
quality natural product which will retain its
distinctive appearance and feel for many
years with proper care.
Allowing dust or road dirt to build up on the
surface can cause the material to become
brittle and to wear prematurely. Regular
cleaning with a soft, moist, natural fiber
cloth should be performed monthly, taking
care not to soak the leather or allow water
to penetrate the stitched seams.
A mild detergent suitable for cleaning
woolen fabrics may be used to remove
difficult dirt spots, rubbing with a soft, dry
cloth afterwards to restore the luster. If
your SUBARU is to be parked for a long
time in bright sunlight, it is recommended
that the seats and head restraints be
covered, or the windows shaded, to pre-
vent fading or shrinkage. Make sure to
remove any seat covers and head restraint
covers when operating the vehicle.
Minor surface blemishes or bald patches
may be treated with a commercial leather
spray lacquer. You will discover that each
leather seat section will develop soft folds
or wrinkles, which is characteristic of
genuine leather.

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Synthetic leather upholstery

The synthetic leather material used on the
SUBARU may be cleaned using mild soap
or detergent and water, after first vacuum-
ing or brushing away loose dirt. Allow the
soap to soak in for a few minutes and wipe
off with a clean, damp cloth. Commercial
foam-type cleaners suitable for synthetic
leather materials may be used when
necessary.

CAUTION

Strong cleaning agents such as
solvents, paint thinners, window
cleaner or fuel must never be used
on leather or synthetic interior ma-
terials. Doing so could damage the
surface and cause the color to
deteriorate.

Climate control panel, audio
panel, instrument panel, con-
sole panel, and switches

Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate
control panel, audio equipment, instru-
ment panel, center console, combination
meter panel, and switches.

CAUTION

Do not use organic solvents such

as paint thinners or fuel, or
strong cleaning agents that con-
tain those solvents. Doing so
could damage the surface and
cause the color to deteriorate.

Do not use chemical solvents that

contain silicone on the vehicle
audio system, electrical compo-
nents of the air-conditioner or
any switches. If silicone adheres
to these parts, it may cause
damage to electrical compo-
nents.

Monitor

To clean the audio/navigation/multi-func-
tion display monitor, wipe it with a silicone
cloth or with a soft cloth. If the monitor is
extremely dirty, clean it with a soft cloth
moistened with neutral detergent then
carefully wipe off any remaining detergent.

CAUTION

Do not spray neutral detergent

directly onto the monitor. Doing
so could damage the monitor’s
components.

Do not wipe the monitor with a

hard cloth. Doing so could
scratch the monitor.

Do not use cleaning fluid that

contains thinner, fuel, or any
other volatile substance. Such
cleaning fluid could erase the
lettering on the switches at the
bottom of the monitor.

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Steering wheel with ultra-
suede

covering (if equipped)

In order to maintain the characteristic
texture and appearance of ultrasuede

regular cleaning of the steering wheel is
recommended.

NOTE

If the steering wheel is used continually
without cleaning, the surface will ap-
pear worn. This is due to dirt from
hands and other sources which causes
the ultrasuede

fibers to harden. This is

not a defect.

Follow the procedure below and perform
cleaning.

Regular cleaning

It is recommended that regular cleaning
(approximately once a month) be per-
formed by following the procedure below.
1. Dampen a cloth or similar item with
warm water at approximately 1048F
(408C), then strongly wring it out and wipe
over the entire steering wheel.
2. When the surface of the ultrasuede

dry, use a lint brush or similar means to
straighten the fibers.

NOTE

When wiping, be careful not to

strongly disturb the ultrasuede

piles.

Use a clean cloth. When wiping,

rinse the cloth carefully and fully re-
move all dirt from it.

Liquid dirt

For any spillage cleaning, carry out the
following methods.
.

Spilled liquids: Use tissue paper or

similar material to gently absorb the liquid.
.

If mud, coffee, or other dirt hardens

after drying, use a lint brush or similar
means and gently brush the spot to
remove the dirt.
If the dirt cannot be removed after per-
forming the above cleaning, refer to “Dirt
from hands” F10-7.

Dirt from hands

If the texture or appearance has been
diminished by dirt from hands or other
sources, follow the procedure below for
cleaning.
Items to prepare:
A) Cloth dampened with neutral detergent
solution (5 - 10%) and strongly wrung out
B) Cloth dampened with warm water at
approximately 1048F (408C)

Procedure:
1. Use a lint brush or similar means and
gently brush to remove adhering dust and
dirt.

2. Use the cloth that was dampened with
neutral detergent solution (5 - 10%) and
strongly wrung out (A) and grip the steer-
ing wheel with it, then wipe by moving the
cloth around the steering wheel as shown
in the figure.
3. In order to remove the remaining
neutral detergent on the ultrasuede

, use

the cloth that was dampened with warm
water at approximately 1048F (408C) (B) to
grip the steering wheel with it, then wipe by
moving the cloth around the steering
wheel. Rinse the cloth with warm water
and repeat this step 3 times.
4. If the surface piles become disturbed,

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brush gently using a lint brush or similar
means.

CAUTION

Do not use benzene, gasoline, or

other organic solvent, acidic or
alkaline detergents, dyes, bleach,
or similar substances. Doing so
may cause discoloration, wrin-
kles, or peeling of the paint.

Do not use commercially avail-

able cleaners. They may contain
components that cause disco-
loration, wrinkles, and paint to
peel off.

Strongly wring out the cloth dam-

pened with the neutral detergent
solution or warm water. If water
or detergent enters the steering
wheel switches or airbag, there is
the risk of causing malfunctions.

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