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6-5. Accessory power outlets

CAUTION

Do not place any foreign objects,

especially metal ones, such as
coins or aluminum foil, into the
accessory power outlet. That
could cause a short circuit. Al-
ways put the cap on the acces-
sory power outlet when it is not in
use.

If the plug on your electric appli-

ance is either too loose or too
tight for the accessory power
outlet, this can result in a poor
contact or cause the plug to get
stuck. Only use plugs that fit
properly.

Use of an electric appliance in the

accessory power outlet for a long
period of time while the engine is
not running can cause battery
discharge.

Before driving your vehicle, make

sure that the plug and the cord on
your electrical appliance will not
interfere with shifting gears and
operating the accelerator and
brake pedals. If they do, do not
use the electrical appliance while

driving.

Electrical power (12 V DC) is available at
any of the accessory power outlets when
the ignition switch is in either the “ACC” or
“ON” position. Accessory power outlets
are located in the following places.

Power outlet below the climate control
panel

Power outlet in the center console

Power outlet in the cargo area

You can use an in-vehicle electrical appli-
ance by connecting it to an outlet.
The maximum power rating of an appli-
ance that can be connected is 120 W.

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CAUTION

Do not attempt to use a cigarette

lighter in the accessory power
outlets.

Use only electrical appliances

which are designed for 12 V DC.

The maximum power rating of an
appliance that can be connected
is 120 W. Do not use an appliance
which exceeds the indicated wat-
tage for each outlet.

When using appliances con-

nected to two outlets simulta-
neously, the total power con-
sumed by them must not exceed
120 W. Overloading the acces-
sory power outlet can cause a
short circuit. Do not use double
adapters or more than one elec-
trical appliance.

NOTE

When the lid of the center console is
closed, an opening remains between
the center console and the lid to allow
the power outlet in the center console
to be used. Pass the cord of the
electrical appliance through this open-
ing.

Use with the cigarette lighter
(dealer option)

To use the accessory power outlet as a
cigarette lighter socket, purchase the
cigarette lighter plug, which is an optional
accessory. A cigarette lighter plug is
available from your SUBARU dealer.
The cigarette lighter operates only when
the ignition switch is in the “ON” or “ACC”
position.
To use the cigarette lighter, push in the
knob and wait a few moments. It will
automatically spring up when ready for
use.

WARNING

To avoid being burned, never grasp
the lighter by the end with the
heating element. Doing so could
result in injury and could also da-
mage the heating element.

CAUTION

Do not hold the lighter pushed in,

because it will overheat.

The electrical power socket is

originally designed to use a gen-
uine SUBARU cigarette lighter
plug. Do not use a non-genuine

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cigarette lighter plug in the sock-
et. Doing so may cause a short-
circuit and overheating, resulting
in a fire.

If the socket is ever used for a

plug-in accessory such as a cell
phone, that may damage the
portion of the socket’s internal
mechanism that causes a cigar-
ette lighter plug to “pop out” after
its lighter element is heated.
Therefore, do not place a cigar-
ette lighter plug in a socket that
has been used, even once, to
power a plug-in accessory. Doing
so may cause the plug to stick
and overheat, creating a potential
fire hazard.

6-6. USB power supply

CAUTION

The specification of a USB term-

inal that can be used is the A-
type. If a different specification of
terminal is connected, power
supply or charging may not be
possible, or the device may mal-
function.

There is no guarantee when a

connected device malfunctions
or data is damaged. The connec-
tion of a device shall be per-
formed at your responsibility.

To avoid an electric shock or a

malfunction, observe the follow-
ing precautions.

– Do not connect a USB hub.

– Do not insert any metal or

other foreign objects into the
USB terminal.

– Do not spill water or other

liquid on the USB terminal.

When you have connected a

cable, pay attention not to pull
on it with your legs. Otherwise, it
may result in injury to you by
falling over, or a malfunction of

the connected device.

If a device is connected for a long

time when the engine is not
running, it may cause a dis-
charged battery. Even when the
engine is running, we recom-
mend that you do not connect a
device for an unnecessarily long
time.

Do not connect a malfunctioning

device. Doing so may cause
smoke and fire.

NOTE

The rated voltage of each USB

terminal is 5 V. For details about a
maximum rated power, refer to “How to
use the USB power supply” FP283.
Before connecting a device, be sure to
read the instruction instruction of the
device and check whether or not this
specification of the output is supported
by the device. If a device that requires
power exceeding the maximum rating
is connected, power supply or charging
may not be possible. Even if charging
could be completed, the time required
for charging may be longer than when
the genuine charger for that device is
used.
.

Depending on the device, charging

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may be possible only when a special
cable is used. In this case, be sure to
connect the device using the special
cable.
.

When a device that communicates

with a PC is connected, power supply
or charging may not be possible.
.

When connect a device for charging,

disconnect the device promptly after
charging is completed.

How to use the USB power
supply

Front seat USB power supply (An audio
device can be connected and used)

Console USB power supply (power supply
function only) (if equipped)

When the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or
“ON” position and a USB electronic device
is connected to the USB terminal, 5 V DC
power can be supplied to the device. Use
the USB terminal to use or charge an
electronic device.
When using the terminal, open the USB
power supply cover. After use, close the
USB power supply cover.

NOTE

The maximum rated power charges
depending on the number of the term-
inal.

Number of USB
terminal

Maximum rated
power

DC 5 V/2.1 A*

*: The available electricity of the two

USB terminals is a maximum of 4.2 A.

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6-7. Ashtray (dealer option)

CAUTION

Do not use ashtrays as waste

receptacles or leave a lighted
cigarette in an ashtray. This could
cause a fire.

Always extinguish matches and

cigarettes before putting them
into the ashtray, and then close
the ashtray securely. If you keep
the ashtray open, the fire of the
cigarette may spread to another
cigarette butt and start a fire.

Do not put flammable material in

the ashtray.

Do not leave a lot of cigarette

butts in the ashtray.

NOTE

Particles of ash and tobacco will accu-
mulate around the hinges of the ash-
tray’s inner lid. Clean them off using a
toothbrush or a similar narrow-ended
implement.

The portable ashtray can be installed in
each cup holder or bottle holder. For the
locations of the cup holders, refer to “Cup
holders” FP278. For the locations of the
bottle holders, refer to “Bottle holders”
FP279.

When using the ashtray, open the lid of the
ashtray. Fully close the lid after using the
ashtray to help reduce residual smoke.

6-8. Floor mat

CAUTION

If the floor mat slips forward and
interferes with the movement of the
pedals during driving, it could cause
an accident. Observe the following
precautions to prevent the floor mat
from slipping forward.

Be sure to use a genuine
SUBARU floor mat or an equiva-
lent designed with grommets in
the correct locations.

Make sure that the driver’s floor

mat is placed in its proper loca-
tion and is correctly secured on
its retaining pins.

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Do not use more than one floor

mat.

Retaining pins are located on the driver’s
side floor.
The floor mat should be properly secured
using the built-in grommets, by placing the
grommets over the pins and pushing them
downward.

6-9. Shopping bag hook

CAUTION

Do not hang items on the shopping
bag hook that weigh 6 lbs (3 kg) or
more.

A shopping bag hook is attached to each
side of the cargo area.

6-10. Cargo area cover (if
equipped)

The cargo area cover is provided for
covering the cargo area and to protect its
contents from direct sunlight. This cover is
detachable to make room for additional
cargo.

Using the cover

To extend the cover, pull the end of the
cover out of the housing, then insert its
hooks into the catches as shown. To
rewind it, unhook it from the catches and
it will rewind automatically. You should
hold on to the cover and guide it back into
the cover housing while it is rewinding.

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WARNING

Do not place anything on the ex-
tended cover. Putting excessive
weight on the extended cover can
break it and an object on the cover
could tumble forward in the event of
a sudden stop or collision. This
could cause serious injury.

CAUTION

Be careful not to scratch the rear
gate stays while extending and re-
winding the cover. Scratches on the
stays could cause leakage of gas
from the stays, which may result in
their inability to hold the rear gate
open.

To install the front part of the
cover

CAUTION

For models with a reclining rear
seatback, when reclining, move the
front part of the cover back so that it
is not damaged.

1. Align the right side of the front cover
with the triangle mark before fixing the
cover in place.
2. Align the left side of the front cover with
the triangle mark before fixing the cover in
place.
3. Push the front cover to the right side
and adjust the size of the bar as necessary.

To remove the front cover

1. Push the front cover to the right side
and shorten the bar.
2. Remove the front cover.

To remove the cover housing

1. Rewind the cover.

2. Push the cover housing to the right
side and shorten it.
3. Take it off the retainer.

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Stowage of the cargo area
cover

The cargo area cover can be stowed in
under the cargo floor.

1. Pull the strap to open the center part of
the cargo floor lid, and then remove the lid.
2. Remove the left and right parts of the
cargo floor lid.

3. Stow the cover housing in the cargo
area end.

To install the cover housing

1. Insert the protrusion located on the
right end of the sleeve into the recess of
the retainer.

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2. Push the cover housing to the right
side and shorten the bar.
3. Insert the other protrusion into the
recess of the other retainer.

6-11. Cargo tie-down hooks

The cargo area is equipped with several
tie-down hooks so that cargo can be
secured with a cargo net or ropes.
When using the front tie-down hooks, turn
them down out of the storing recesses.

CAUTION

The cargo tie-down hooks are de-
signed only for securing light cargo.
Never try to secure cargo that ex-
ceeds the capacity of the hooks. The
maximum load capacity is 22 lbs (10
kg) per hook.

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7-1. Fuel .................................................................. 291

Fuel requirements............................................... 291
Fuel filler lid and cap .......................................... 292

7-2. State emission testing (U.S. only) ................. 295
7-3. Preparing to drive........................................... 297
7-4. Starting and stopping the engine (models

without push-button start system) .............. 297

Starting engine ................................................... 298
Stopping the engine ........................................... 299

7-5. Starting and stopping engine (models

with push-button start system).................... 299

Safety precautions.............................................. 299
Operating range for push-button start system ..... 299
Starting engine ................................................... 299
Stopping engine ................................................. 301
When access key fob does not operate

properly............................................................ 302

7-6. Remote engine start system

(dealer option) ............................................... 302

Remote engine starter transceiver (fob) .............. 302
Alternate operation method for models with

“keyless access with push-button start
system”............................................................ 306

Entering the vehicle while it is running via

remote start...................................................... 306

Entering the vehicle following remote engine

start shutdown ................................................. 307

Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the

vehicle ............................................................. 307

Remote transmitter program (Remote engine

starter transceiver) ........................................... 307

System maintenance .......................................... 307
Certification for remote engine starter ................ 309

7-7. Continuously variable transmission ..............309

Continuously variable transmission features ...... 310
Select lever ........................................................ 311
Selection of instruction mode (if equipped).............. 312
Selection of “L” (if equipped) ............................. 314
Shift lock function.............................................. 315
Driving tips ........................................................ 316

7-8. SI-DRIVE...........................................................317

Intelligent (I) mode ............................................. 317
Sport (S) mode................................................... 317
Sport Sharp (S#) mode ....................................... 317
SI-DRIVE switches.............................................. 318

7-9. Power steering.................................................318

Power steering warning light .............................. 318
Power steering system features ......................... 318

7-10. Braking ...........................................................319

Braking tips ....................................................... 319
Brake system ..................................................... 320
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ............. 321

7-11. ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)......................321

ABS self-check .................................................. 322
ABS warning light .............................................. 322

7-12. Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)

system............................................................322

If EBD system malfunctions ............................... 322

7-13. Vehicle Dynamics Control system ...............323

Safety precautions ............................................. 323
System features ................................................. 324

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Vehicle Dynamics Control system monitor .......... 325
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch................. 325

7-14. X-MODE (if equipped)................................... 326

To activate/deactivate the X-MODE ...................... 327
Hill descent control function (if equipped)........... 329

7-15. Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

(U.S.-spec. models)....................................... 330

7-16. Parking your vehicle..................................... 332

Electronic parking brake ..................................... 332
Parking tips ........................................................ 337

7-17. Auto Start Stop system ................................ 339

System operation ............................................... 339
Displaying the Auto Start Stop system status ..... 344
System warning.................................................. 344

7-18. Hill start assist system................................. 344
7-19. Cruise control (if equipped) ......................... 346

To set cruise control ........................................... 346
To temporarily cancel the cruise control ............. 348
To turn off the cruise control .............................. 349
To change the cruising speed ............................. 349
Cruise control indicator light .............................. 350
Cruise control set indicator light ......................... 350

7-20. BSD/RCTA (if equipped) ............................... 351

System features.................................................. 351
System operation ............................................... 353
BSD/RCTA approach indicator light/warning

buzzer .............................................................. 355

BSD/RCTA OFF indicator.................................... 356
BSD/RCTA warning indicator .............................. 357
BSD/RCTA OFF switch ....................................... 357
Certification for the BSD/RCTA ........................... 358
Handling of radar sensors .................................. 359

7-21. Reverse Automatic Braking System

(if equipped) ..................................................360

Reverse Automatic Braking System overview ..... 360
Operating conditions.......................................... 361
Reverse Automatic Braking System operation .... 364
Canceling the Reverse Automatic Braking

system operation ............................................. 367

Reverse Automatic Braking system ON/OFF

setting ............................................................. 367

RAB warning indicator ....................................... 368
Handling of the sonar sensors ........................... 368

7-22. Driver Monitoring System (if equipped) ......369

User recognition function ................................... 373
Inattentive/drowsy driving warning ..................... 375
Driver Monitoring System indicator/warning ....... 377
Using the Driver Monitoring System ................... 377
Registering and deleting a user .......................... 379
Registering and deleting driver position

personalization ................................................ 379

Driver Monitoring System ON/OFF settings......... 379
Certification for Driver Monitoring System

U.S.-spec. models ............................................ 381

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7-1. Fuel

CAUTION

Use of a fuel which is low in

quality or use of an inappropriate
fuel additive may cause damage
to the engine and/or fuel system.

Some gas stations, particularly

those in high altitude areas, offer
fuels posted as regular octane
gasoline with an octane rating
below 87 AKI (90 RON). Use of
those fuels is not recommended.

Fuel requirements

The engine is designed to operate using
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
of 87 AKI (90 RON) or higher.

Mexico only

Add a bottle of genuine SUBARU fuel
additive to the fuel every 9,000 miles
(15,000 km). Refer to an authorized
SUBARU dealer for details.

Fuel octane rating

Using a gasoline with a lower octane rating
can cause persistent and heavy knocking,
which can damage the engine. Do not be
concerned if your vehicle sometimes

knocks lightly when you drive up a hill or
when you accelerate. Contact your
SUBARU dealer if you use a fuel with the
specified octane rating and your vehicle
knocks heavily or persistently.

RON

This octane rating is the Research Octane
Number.

AKI

This octane rating is the average of the
Research Octane and Motor Octane num-
bers and is commonly referred to as the
Anti Knock Index (AKI).

Unleaded gasoline

The neck of the fuel filler pipe is designed
to accept only an unleaded gasoline filler
nozzle. Under no circumstances should
leaded gasoline be used because it will
damage the emission control system and
may impair driveability and fuel economy.

Reformulated gasoline

SUBARU supports the use of reformulated
gasoline when available. Reformulated
gasoline has been blended to burn more
cleanly and reduce vehicle emissions.

MMT

Some gasoline contains an octane-enhan-
cing additive called MMT (Methylcyclo-
pentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl). If

you use such fuels, your emission control
system performance may deteriorate and
the CHECK ENGINE warning light/Mal-
function indicator light may turn on. If this
happens, return to your authorized
SUBARU dealer for service. If it is deter-
mined that the condition is caused by the
type of fuel used, repairs may not be
covered by your warranty.

Gasoline for cleaner air

Your use of gasoline with detergent ad-
ditives will help prevent deposits from
forming in your engine and fuel system.
This helps keep your engine in tune and
your emission control system working
properly, and is a way of doing your part
for cleaner air. If you continuously use a
high-quality fuel with the proper detergent
and other additives, you should never
need to add any fuel system cleaning
agents to your fuel tank.

Many gasolines are now blended with
materials called oxygenates. Use of these
fuels can also help keep the air cleaner.
Oxygenated blend fuels, such as ethanol
(ethyl or grain alcohol) may be used in your
vehicle, but should contain no more than
10% ethanol for the proper operation of
your SUBARU.

Do not use any gasoline that contains
more than 10% ethanol, including from any

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pump labeled, E15, E30, E50 or E85
(which are only some examples of fuel
containing more than 10% ethanol).

In addition, some gasoline suppliers are
now producing reformulated gasolines,
which are designed to reduce vehicle
emissions. SUBARU approves the use of
reformulated gasoline.

If you are not sure what the fuel contains,
you should ask your service station op-
erators if their gasolines contain deter-
gents and oxygenates and if they have
been reformulated to reduce vehicle emis-
sions.

As additional guidance, only use fuels
suited for your vehicle as explained in the
following description.
.

Fuel should be unleaded and have an

octane rating no lower than that specified
in this instruction.
.

Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) is

sometimes mixed with unleaded gasoline.
Methanol can be used in your vehicle
ONLY if it does not exceed 5% of the fuel
mixture AND if it is accompanied by
sufficient quantities of the proper cosol-
vents and corrosion inhibitors required to
prevent damage to the fuel system. Do not
use fuel containing methanol EXCEPT
under these conditions.

If undesirable driveability problems are

experienced and you suspect they may be
fuel related, try a different brand of gaso-
line before seeking service at your
SUBARU dealer.
.

Fuel system damage or driveability

problems which result from the use of
improper fuel are not covered under the
SUBARU Limited Warranty.

CAUTION

Do not let fuel spill on the exterior
surfaces of the vehicle. Because fuel
may damage the paint, be sure to
wipe off any spilled fuel quickly.
Paint damage caused by spilled fuel
is not covered under the SUBARU
Limited Warranty.

Fuel filler lid and cap

Locations of the fuel filler lid

Refueling

Only one person should be involved in
refueling. Do not allow others to approach
the area of the vehicle near the fuel filler
pipe while refueling is in progress.
Be sure to observe any other precautions
that are posted at the service station.

1. To unlock the fuel filler lid, perform one
of the operations below.

– Press the unlock/disarm button on
the key fob.
– Press the unlock side of the power
door locking switch.
– Turn the ignition switch to “ACC” or
“LOCK”/“OFF”.

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2. Push the rear side of the fuel filler lid.
3. The fuel filler lid opens automatically.
Open it further by hand.

WARNING

Before opening the fuel filler cap,
first touch the vehicle body or a
metal portion of the fuel pump or
similar object to discharge any sta-
tic electricity that may be present on
your body. If your body is carrying
an electrostatic charge, there is a
possibility that an electric spark
could ignite the fuel, which could
burn you. To avoid acquiring a new
static electric charge, do not get
back into the vehicle while refueling
is in progress.

Open

4. Remove the fuel filler cap by turning it
slowly counterclockwise.

WARNING

Gasoline vapor is highly flam-

mable. Before refueling, always
turn the ignition switch to the
“LOCK”/“OFF” position first and
then close all vehicle doors and
windows. Make sure that there
are no lighted cigarettes, open
flames or electrical sparks in the
adjacent area. Only handle fuel
outdoors. Quickly wipe up any
spilled fuel.

When opening the cap, grasp it

firmly and turn it slowly to the left.
Do not remove the cap quickly.
Fuel may be under pressure and
spray out of the fuel filler neck,
especially in hot weather. If you
hear a hissing sound while you
are removing the cap, wait for the
sound to stop and then slowly
open the cap to prevent fuel from
spraying out and creating a fire
hazard.

5. Set the fuel filler cap on the cap holder
inside the fuel filler lid.

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WARNING

When refueling, insert the fuel

nozzle securely into the fuel filler
pipe. If the nozzle is lifted or not
fully inserted, its automatic stop-
ping mechanism may not func-
tion, causing fuel to overflow the
tank and creating a fire hazard.

Stop refueling when the auto-

matic stop mechanism on the
fuel nozzle activates. If you con-
tinue to add fuel, temperature
changes or other conditions
may cause fuel to overflow from
the tank and create a fire hazard.

6. Stop filling the tank after the fuel filler
pump automatically stops. Do not add any
more fuel.
7. Put the cap back on and turn it clock-
wise until you hear a clicking noise. Be
certain not to catch the tether under the
cap while tightening.

CAUTION

Make sure that the cap is tightened
until it clicks to prevent fuel spillage
in the event of an accident.

8. Close the fuel filler lid completely.

CAUTION

If you spill any fuel on the painted
surface, rinse it off immediately.
Otherwise, the painted surface
could be damaged.

NOTE

You will see the “

” sign in the fuel

gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler
door (lid) is located on the right side of
the vehicle.
.

If the fuel filler cap is not tightened

until it clicks or if the tether is caught
under the cap, the CHECK ENGINE
warning light/malfunction indicator
light may illuminate. Refer to “CHECK
ENGINE warning light/Malfunction in-
dicator light” FP168.
.

To lock the fuel filler lid, perform one

of the operations below. However if
these operations are performed when
the fuel filler lid is open, the fuel filler lid
will not lock when it is subsequently
closed.

– Press the lock/arm button on the
key fob.
– Press the lock side of the power
door locking switch.

When the doors are locked or un-

locked using the automatic door lock

system, the fuel filler lid will be locked
or unlocked at the same time.

CAUTION

Never add any cleaning agents to

the fuel tank. The addition of a
cleaning agent may cause da-
mage to the fuel system.

After refueling, turn the cap to the

right until it clicks to ensure that
it is fully tightened. If the cap is
not securely tightened, fuel may
leak out while the vehicle is being
driven or fuel spillage could oc-
cur in the event of an accident,
creating a fire hazard.

Do not let fuel spill on the exterior

surfaces of the vehicle. Because
fuel may damage the paint, be
sure to wipe off any spilled fuel
quickly. Paint damage caused by
spilled fuel is not covered under
the SUBARU Limited Warranty.

Always use a genuine SUBARU

fuel filler cap. If you use the
wrong cap, it may not fit or have
proper venting and your fuel tank
and emission control system
may be damaged. It could also
lead to fuel spillage and a fire.

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Immediately put fuel in the tank

whenever the low fuel warning
light illuminates. Engine misfires
as a result of an empty tank could
cause damage to the engine.
Continuing to operate your vehi-
cle at an extremely low fuel level
may result in a reduction of
engine performance.

If the fuel filler lid cannot be opened

If the fuel filler lid cannot be opened due to
malfunction or a dead battery, it can be
opened from the cargo area.

1. Remove the access cover at the right-
side of the cargo area trim using flat-head
screwdriver.

Clip

2. Remove the orange knob from the clip.

3. Pull the orange knob to unlock the fuel
filler lid.

7-2. State emission testing
(U.S. only)

WARNING

Only use a four-wheel dynamometer
when testing an All-Wheel Drive
(AWD) model.

Testing of an AWD model must
NEVER be performed on a single
two-wheel dynamometer. Attempt-
ing to do so will result in uncon-
trolled vehicle movement and may
cause an accident or injuries to
persons nearby.

CAUTION

At state inspection time, remem-

ber to tell your inspection or
service station in advance not to
place your SUBARU AWD vehicle
on a two-wheel dynamometer.
Otherwise, serious transmission
damage will result.

Resultant vehicle damage due to

improper testing is not covered
under the SUBARU Limited War-
ranty and is the responsibility of
the state inspection program or

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