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2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of
the plastic support.

Metal spines

3. If the new blade rubber is not provided
with two metal spines, remove the metal
spines from the old blade rubber and install

them in the new blade rubber.

4. Align the claws of the plastic support
with the grooves in the blade rubber
assembly, then slide the blade rubber
assembly into place.

Securely retain both ends of the rubber

with the stoppers on the plastic support
ends. If the rubber is not retained properly,
the wiper may scratch the rear window
glass.
5. Install the wiper blade assembly to the
wiper arm. Make sure that it locks in place.
6. Hold the wiper arm by hand and slowly
lower it in position.

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11-21. Battery

WARNING

Before beginning work on or near

any battery, be sure to extinguish
all cigarettes, matches, and light-
ers. Never expose a battery to an
open flame or electric sparks.
Batteries give off a gas which is
highly flammable and explosive.

For safety, in case an explosion

does occur, wear eye protection
or shield your eyes when working
near any battery. Never lean over
a battery.

Do not let battery fluid contact

eyes, skin, fabrics, or paint be-
cause battery fluid is a corrosive
acid. If battery fluid gets on your
skin or in your eyes, immediately
flush the area with water thor-
oughly. Seek medical help imme-
diately if acid has entered the
eyes.

If battery fluid is accidentally
swallowed, immediately drink a
large amount of milk or water,
and seek medical attention im-
mediately.

To lessen the risk of sparks,

remove rings, metal watchbands,
and other metal jewelry. Never
allow metal tools to contact the
positive battery terminal and any-
thing connected to it WHILE you
are at the same time in contact
with any other metallic portion of
the vehicle because a short cir-
cuit will result.

Keep everyone including children

away from the battery.

Charge the battery in a well-

ventilated area.

Battery posts, terminals and re-

lated accessories contain lead
and lead compounds, chemicals
known to the State of California
to cause cancer and reproductive
harm. Batteries also contain
other chemicals known to the
State of California to cause can-
cer.

Wash hands after handling

Cap

Upper level

Lower level

It is unnecessary to periodically check the
battery fluid level or periodically refill with
distilled water.
However, if the battery fluid level is below
the lower level, remove the cap. Fill to the
upper level with distilled water.

CAUTION

Never use more than 10 A when
charging the battery because it will
shorten battery life.

It is unnecessary to periodically check the
battery fluid level or periodically refill with
distilled water.

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For “STARLINK Safety and Security
without navigation system”:
When the vehicle battery is discharged or
replaced, the audio unit needs to be paired
with a smartphone via bluetooth for some
settings. For details about how to pair,
refer to the separate navigation/audio
Owner’s Instruction.

11-22. Fuses

CAUTION

Never replace a fuse with one having
a higher rating or with material other
than a fuse because serious damage
or a fire could result.

The fuses are designed to melt during an
overload to prevent damage to the wiring
harness and electrical equipment. The
fuses are located in two fuse boxes.

One is located under the instrument panel
behind the fuse box cover on the driver’s
seat side. To remove the cover, pull it out.

Spare fuses

The other one (main fuse box) is housed in
the engine compartment. Also, the spare
fuses are stored in the fuse box cover.

The fuse puller is stored in the main fuse
box in the engine compartment.

Fuses

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Pinch the upper part of the fuse puller
when removing it from the main fuse box.

Good

Blown

If any lights, accessories or other electrical
controls do not operate, inspect the corre-
sponding fuse. If a fuse has blown, replace
it.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”/
“OFF” position and turn off all electrical
accessories.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Determine which fuse may be blown.
Look at the back side of each fuse box
cover and refer to “Fuses and circuits”
FP495.

4. Pull out the fuse with the fuse puller.
5. Inspect the fuse. If it has blown,
replace it with a spare fuse of the same
rating.
6. If the same fuse blows again, this
indicates that its system has a problem.
Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs.

11-23. Installation of acces-
sories

Always consult your SUBARU dealer
before installing fog lights or any other
electrical equipment in your vehicle. Such
accessories may cause the electronic
system to malfunction if they are incor-
rectly installed or if they are not suited for
the vehicle.

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11-24. Replacing bulbs

It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. We
recommend that you have the bulb re-
placed by your SUBARU dealer if neces-
sary.

WARNING

Bulbs may become very hot while
illuminated. Before replacing bulbs,
turn off the lights and wait until the
bulbs cool down. Otherwise, there is
a risk of sustaining a burn.

CAUTION

Replace any bulb only with a new

bulb of the specified wattage.
Using a bulb of different wattage
could result in a fire. For the
specified wattage of each bulb,
refer to “Bulb chart” FP499.

Do not touch the glass portion of

the light bulb with bare hands.
When holding the glass portion is
unavoidable, hold it using with a
clean dry cloth to avoid getting
moisture and grease on the bulb.
If there is any fingerprints or
grease on the bulb surface, wipe

them away with a soft cloth
moistened with alcohol. Also, if
the bulb is scratched or dropped,
it may blow out or crack.

NOTE

For models with type B combination
meter, if SRH is malfunctioning, the
SRH OFF indicator appears on the
combination meter when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position. It
indicates that SRH has been deacti-
vated. Contact a SUBARU dealer for an
inspection.

Headlights (models with LED
headlights)

The LED headlight warning light illumi-
nates if the LED headlights malfunction.
Have your vehicle inspected at a SUBARU
dealer as soon as possible.

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Front turn signal light

Right-hand side

1. Use a screwdriver to remove the clips
on the air intake duct, then remove the
duct.

Left-hand side

2. Use a screwdriver to remove the
secured clip of the washer tank. To make
it easy to access the bulb, turn the neck of
the washer fluid filler pipe as illustrated.

Type A

Type B

3. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb and remove the bulb from
the headlight assembly by turning it
counterclockwise.

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4. Replace the bulb. At this time, use care
not to touch the bulb surface.
5. To install the bulb to the headlight
assembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks.
6. Reconnect the electrical connector.
7. Put the air intake duct with the clips
(right-hand side).
8. Set the washer fluid filler pipe to the
original place and secure it with the clips
(left-hand side).

Front position light (if
equipped)

The bulbs of the front position lights are the
same as the front turn signal lights. Refer
to “Front turn signal light” FP477 for the
replacement order.

Front side marker light (if
equipped)

Right-hand side

1. Use a screwdriver to remove the clips
on the air intake duct, then remove the
duct.

Left-hand side

2. Use a screwdriver to remove the
secured clip of the washer tank. To make
it easy to access the bulb, turn the neck of
the washer fluid filler pipe as illustrated.

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3. Remove the bulb from the headlight
assembly by turning it counterclockwise.
4. Replace the bulb with a new one. At
this time, use care not to touch the bulb
surface.
5. To install the bulb to the headlight
assembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks.
6. Install the air intake duct with clips
(right-hand side).
7. Set the washer tank to the original
place and secure it with a clip (left-hand
side).

Front fog light (if equipped)

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

Rear turn signal lights

1. Use a screwdriver to remove the
secured clips of the covers.

2. Push and move the cover to the
forward to unlock the 2 tabs.

3. When unlocked, pull out the covers.

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4. Disconnect the electrical connector.

5. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove
the screws that secure the rear combina-
tion light assembly.

6. Slide the rear combination light as-
sembly rearward to remove it from the
vehicle.

7. Remove the bulb socket from the rear
combination light assembly by turning it
counterclockwise.

8. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and
replace it.
9. Set the bulb socket into the rear
combination light assembly and turn it
clockwise until it locks.
10. Reconnect the electrical connector.

11. Put the rear combination light assem-
bly into place while aligning the 2 pins with
the holes and secure to the vehicle.

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12. Tighten the screws.
13. Put the covers back in place.

Backup light

1. Apply a flat-head screwdriver to the
light cover as shown in the illustration, and
pry the light cover off from the rear gate
trim.

2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise
and remove it.

3. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and
replace it.
4. Install the bulb socket by turning it
clockwise.

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5. Route the wire as shown in the
illustration.

6. Install the light cover on the rear gate.

License plate light

1. The license plate lights must be
pushed outwards, and then pulled out to
be removed.

2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise
and pull out the socket.
3. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
4. Install a new bulb.
5. Put the bulb socket and the license
plate light cover back in place.

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Vanity mirror light

CAUTION

Replacing the bulb could cause
burns since the bulb may be very
hot. Have the bulb replaced by your
SUBARU dealer.

Door step light

CAUTION

Replacing the bulb could cause a
short circuit. Have the bulb replaced
by your SUBARU dealer.

Dome light and cargo area
light

Dome light

Cargo area light (if equipped)

1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of
the lens with a flat-head screwdriver.
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
3. Install a new bulb.
4. Put the lens back in place.

Other bulbs

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

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11-25. Replacing key battery

The access key fob/transmitter battery
may be discharged under the following
conditions.
.

The operation of the keyless access

function is unstable.
.

The operating distance of the remote

keyless entry system is unstable.
.

The transmitter does not operate prop-

erly when used within the standard dis-
tance.

Replace the battery with a new one.

Safety precautions

CAUTION

Do not let dust, oil or water get on

or in the access key fob/transmit-
ter when replacing the battery.

Before replacing the battery, re-

move any static electricity.

Be careful not to touch or damage

the printed circuit board in the
access key fob/transmitter when
replacing the battery.

Be careful not to allow children to

touch the battery and any re-
moved parts; children could

swallow them.

There is a danger of an explosion

if the battery is incorrectly re-
placed. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type of the
battery.

Batteries should not be exposed

to excessive heat such as bright
sunlight, fire or the like.

NOTE

Replace only with the same or

equivalent type of battery recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
.

Dispose of used batteries according

to local laws.
.

Mount the battery in the correct

orientation to prevent fluid leakage.
Be careful not to bend the terminals. It
may result in a malfunction.
.

It is recommended that the battery

be replaced by a SUBARU dealer.
.

Use a new battery.

After replacing the battery, confirm

that the transmitter functions properly.

Replacing battery of access
key fob

CAUTION

When removing or reinstalling the
access key fob cover, make sure that
the plastic part does not come off or
become misaligned.

Battery: Button battery CR2032 or
equivalent

Release button

Emergency key

1. Take out the emergency key.

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2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl
tape or a cloth, and insert it in the gap to
remove the cover.

3. Take out the battery using a flat-head
screwdriver with vinyl tape or a cloth.

4. Insert a new battery with its positive (+)
side facing upward as shown in the figure.

5. Attach the cover to the access key fob
by fitting the projections and recesses
together.

Replacing transmitter battery

Battery: Button battery CR1620 or
equivalent

1. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl
tape or a cloth. Open the key head using a
flat-head screwdriver.

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2. Remove the transmitter case from the
key head.

3. Open the transmitter case by releasing
the hooks.

Negative (−) side facing up

4. Replace the old battery with a new
battery making sure to install the new
battery with the negative (−) side facing up.
5. Put together the transmitter case by
fitting the hooks on the case.
6. Reinstall the transmitter case in the
key head.
7. Refit the removed half of the key head.

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12-1. Specifications ............................................... 488

Dimensions ........................................................ 488
Engine................................................................ 488
Fuel.................................................................... 489
Engine oil ........................................................... 489
Front differential and rear differential gear oil ..... 491
Fluids ................................................................. 492
Engine coolant ................................................... 492
Electrical system ................................................ 492
Tires................................................................... 493
Temporary spare tires ......................................... 493

Brake pedal........................................................ 493
Brake disc ......................................................... 494
Brake pad .......................................................... 494

12-2. Fuses and circuits.........................................495

Fuse panel located in the passenger

compartment.................................................... 495

Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ... 497

12-3. Bulb chart ......................................................499

Safety precautions ............................................. 499
Bulb chart .......................................................... 500

12-4. Vehicle identification.....................................503

Specifications

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