Quick Guide – 2020 Subaru Forester

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2 PURPOSE OF THIS GUIDE
4 ENTRY AND EXIT
6 INSTRUMENT PANEL
8 GETTING COMFORTABLE
18 CONTROLS
22 GAUGES AND WARNING LIGHTS
23 OPERATING THE VEHICLE
31 REFUELING
32 PASSENGER/CARGO AREAS
37 ENGINE COMPARTMENT
38 ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
40 INDEX
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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information on the basic operation and key features of your Subaru vehicle. The Quick
Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual. We strongly encourage you
to review the entire Owner’s Manual to ensure complete understanding.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
The Quick Guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s Manual. We strongly
encourage you to review the entire Owner’s Manual to ensure complete understanding.
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
If you’re having difficulty using any of the functions outlined in this guide, you can get more
information from the following sources:
Your Subaru Owner’s Manual:
Located in the glovebox
Online Subaru Owner’s Resources:
www.subaru.com/owners
Subaru Customer Support:
www.subaru.com/customer-support
1-800-782-2783 (1-800-SUBARU3 )
PURPOSE OF THIS GUIDE
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
SUBARU STARLINK® Safety and Security (subscription required)
SOS Emergency: Press the red “SOS” button on the overhead
console in the event of an emergency to speak with a SUBARU
STARLINK® Customer Care Advisor.
Enhanced Roadside Assistance: Press the blue “i” button on the
overhead console or select the “Roadside Assistance” option in the
“MySubaru” menu on the multimedia system.
Subaru Roadside Assistance
Subaru Roadside Assistance is free and standard on your Subaru. Coverage is automatic;
there are no forms to complete. Subaru Roadside Assistance is available anytime during
the 3-year/36,000-mile Subaru Limited Warranty, whichever comes first.* A Subaru
Roadside Assistance decal has been affixed to the driver’s door window.
Subaru Roadside Assistance:
1-800-261-2155
Roadside assistance helps with:
• Towing to the nearest authorized Subaru retailer if you cannot safely drive your Subaru
• Jump-start if your battery is dead
• Gasoline delivery if you run out of gas
• Flat tire change to install your spare
• Emergency lockout service
• National Subaru Retailer locator service, with phone numbers and location of the nearest
retailer anywhere in the U.S. or Canada
* See your Retailer for details.
TOWING YOUR ALL-WHEEL DRIVE SUBARU
Since Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive distributes power to all four wheels, improper
towing may damage your AWD system. The best way to tow your Subaru is with a flatbed
truck by your Subaru Retailer or a commercial towing service.
PURPOSE OF THIS GUIDE
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KEYLESS ENTRY
1 Lock/Arm
• Pressing this button will lock all doors, rear gate and fuel
door and activate the security alarm.
• If any of the doors or the rear gate are not fully closed, five
rapid chirps will sound and the hazard warning flashers will
flash.
• Pressing this button three times (within five seconds) will
activate the vehicle finder function. If you are within 30 feet
of your Subaru, the horn will sound once, and the hazard
warning flashers will flash three times.
2 Unlock/Disarm
• Pressing this button once will unlock the driver’s door.
• Pressing this button twice (within five seconds) will unlock
all doors, rear gate and fuel door.
• When you press this button, the interior lights will illuminate
if set to the “DOOR” position.
3 Rear Gate
• Pressing this button will unlock the rear gate.
• If equipped with a power rear gate, pressing and holding
this button will open or close the rear gate.
4 Panic Alarm
• Pressing this button will sound the horn and flash the
hazard warning lights.
• Press any button on the access key fob or transmitter to
deactivate.
Automatic Door Locking/Unlocking
With this function, all doors and the fuel lid will automatically lock or unlock when certain
conditions are met based on your preference. You can change the setting in the
Combination Meter Display (CMD) or the Touchscreen. Possible settings are:
Automatic
locking
Vehicle Speed
(12 mph)
Shift Out of
Park
Off
Automatic
unlocking
Shift into Park Ignition Off Drive Door
Open
Off
Access Key Fob
Transmitter
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KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH BUTTON START (if
equipped)
Your Subaru allows for customizing of the door unlock settings. The default setting is when you
unlock the vehicle, only the driver’s door and fuel lid unlock. If preferred, you can set the vehicle
to unlock all doors, the rear gate and the fuel lid. This adjustment can be performed through the
SUBARU STARLINK® Multimedia Touchscreen under “Settings”, then “Vehicle”.
Unlocking Using Door Handles
Grip the driver’s door handle to unlock the driver’s
door (or all doors depending on the setting). Grip
the front passenger’s handle to unlock all doors
and the rear gate. Two chirps will sound and the
hazard warning flashers will flash twice.
Locking Using Door Handles
Close all doors and the rear gate and touch the
door lock sensor (two lines) on either front door
handle. All doors and the rear gate will lock. One
chirp will sound and the hazard warning flashers
will flash once.
Opening the Rear Gate
Press the rear gate opener button to unlock and
open the rear gate (or also unlock all doors
depending on the setting). Two chirps will sound
and the hazard warning flashers will flash twice.
Locking Using the Rear Gate
Close all doors and the rear gate and press the rear
lock button. All doors and the rear gate will lock.
One chirp will sound and the hazard warning
flashers will flash once.
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1 Power Windows (p. 12)
2 Power Exterior Mirrors (p. 10)
3 Instrument Panel Switches (p. 21)
4 I/Set Switch (p. 18)
5 Audio Controls (p. 18)
6 Light Controls (p. 19)
7 Combination Meter (p. 22)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
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8 Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control (p. 18)
9 Multi-Function Display (MFD)
10 Windshield Wipers (p. 20)
11 STARLINK® Multimedia System
12 Climate Control System (p. 12)
13 CVT Select Lever (p. 24)
INSTRUMENT PANEL
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SEATING
Manual Seats
1 Forward/Backward: Pull the lever below
the seat up and slide the seat forward or
backward. Release the lever and make
sure the seat is locked into place.
2 Seat Height (Driver’s Seat): Pulling up or
pushing down on the lever will raise or
lower the seat cushion.
3 Recline Seatback: Pull the lever up to
adjust the seatback to the desired position. Release the lever and make sure the seat
is locked into place.
Power Seat (if equipped)
1 Forward/Backward and Height: Moving
the switch forward or backward will
adjust the seat in that direction. Pulling
up or pushing down on the front of the
switch will adjust the angle of the seat
cushion. Pulling up or pushing down the
entire switch will adjust the height of the
seat cushion.
2 Recline Seatback: Moving the switch forward or backward will adjust the angle of
the seatback.
3 Lumbar Support (if equipped): Pressing the front of the switch will increase support.
Pressing the rear of the switch will decrease support.
Memory Driver’s Seat (if equipped)
You can set a seat position and retrieve it using the buttons on the driver’s door or each of
the access key fobs.
To set a seat position with a button:
1. Make sure the select lever is in the “P”
position.
2. Adjust the seat to the desired position.
3. While holding the “SET” button, press and
hold either button “1” or “2”. A chirp
sounds when the position is registered.
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To retrieve the seat position with a button:
1. Turn the ignition switch to “ON”.
2. While the select lever is in the “P” position, press button “1” or “2”.
To set a seat position with the access key fob:
1. Make sure the select lever is in the “P” position with the parking brake on and the
ignition “OFF”.
2. Adjust the seat to the desired position.
3. While holding the “SET” button, press and hold the unlock button on the access key
fob. A chirp sounds when the position is registered.
To retrieve the seat position with the access key fob:
1. Hold the access key fob.
2. Unlock and open the driver’s door.
Head Restraint Adjustment
Pull the head restraint up to raise it. To lower it,
push it down while pressing the release button
on the top of the seatback. Each head restraint
should be adjusted so that the center of the
head restraint is closest to the top of the
occupant’s ears. This adjustment should be
made for any seating position, front or rear,
that has a new occupant.
You can adjust the angle of the front head restraints by tilting them forward. You will hear a
click when the restraint is locked. Pulling the head restraint as far forward as it will go will
allow it to return to the fully upright position.
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Seatbelt Adjuster
Always position the seatbelt adjuster so the
shoulder belt passes over the middle of your
shoulder without touching your neck. Pinch
the adjuster and slide it up or down. Release
the adjuster and make sure it is locked in
place.
TILT AND TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN
Pull the lever down firmly to unlock, then
adjust the height and lengthwise position of
the column. Push the lever firmly back up to
lock the column in place.
POWER EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Turn the knob to “L” (left side) or “R” (right
side) to select a mirror. Move the knob in the
direction you want to move the mirror. Return
the knob to the neutral center position.
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Auto Tilt-down Mirror (if equipped)
The passenger side mirror will automatically tilt down when you move the select lever to
the “R” position. This gives better visibility when backing up. The mirror returns to its
normal position a few seconds after you move the select lever out of the “R” position. You
can turn the tilt-down mirror off or on in the Combination Meter Display (CMD).
REAR VIEW MIRROR
Auto-dimming Mirror (if equipped)
When driving at night, the auto-dimming
function senses brightness from vehicle
headlights behind you and automatically dims
to reduce glare. Pressing the switch will turn
this function on or off. A green LED indicator
on the switch will illuminate when the function
is on.
HomeLink® 5 Accessory Mirror (if equipped)
The HomeLink 5 accessory mirror provides
three buttons to replace up to three hand-held
radio frequency remotes used to activate
devices such as garage door openers, gate
openers, entry door locks, security systems
and home lighting. Please see the Owner’s
Manual for programming instructions or visit
www.subaru.com/homelink to view a how-to video.
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POWER WINDOWS
To open or close a window, partially press or
pull up the corresponding switch and hold.
The front windows have a one-touch auto
up/down function. Fully press down or pull up
and release to automatically open or close the
window.
POWER MOONROOF
1 Opening: Press and release the switch to
open the moonroof. It will stop slightly
before the fully-open position to reduce
wind noise. Press and release the switch
again to fully open it.
2 Closing: Press and release the switch to
close the moonroof.
To stop the moonroof partway while opening or closing, press either switch.
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
Automatic Climate Control
Set your desired temperature and let the system automatically make the adjustments for
you. At any time, you can manually take control of the climate settings.
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Operation in Automatic Mode
1 Automatic Control Button: This system automatically controls all of the climate
system except defogging. Press “AUTO” to activate. Press “OFF” to turn off the
system.
2 Temperature Control Dial: Turn the dial clockwise to increase the temperature or
counterclockwise to decrease the temperature. The temperature will appear on the
screen. You can adjust separate temperature settings for the driver’s side and
passenger’s side.
When using automatic mode, the fan speed, airflow distribution, air-inlet control and air
conditioning compressor are controlled automatically. To activate:
1. Press the “AUTO” button. The “FULL AUTO” indicator light illuminates on the
Multi-Function-Display (MDF).
2. Set the preferred temperature using the temperature control dial.
If you operate any of the buttons other than “ON/OFF”, rear window defogger, “SYNC”, or
the temperature control dial, the “FULL” indicator light will turn off. The “AUTO” light will
remain illuminated. You can then manually control the system as desired. Press the
“AUTO” button to change back to “FULL AUTO” mode.
Operation in Manual Mode
3 Air Conditioner Button: Press this button to activate or deactivate the air
conditioning.
4 MAX A/C Button: Press this button for quickest cooling.
5 Airflow Mode Selection Dial: Turn the dial to select the desired airflow mode. The
selected mode – ventilation, ventilation 2, bi-level, feet, feet-defrost or defrost – is
shown on the display.
ICON MODE FUNCTION
Ventilation Instrument panel outlets
Bi-Level Instrument panel outlets and foot outlets
Ventilation 2 Instrument panel outlets and less foot outlets than bi-level
Feet
Foot outlets, both side outlets of the instrument panel and
some through windshield defroster outlets
Feet-Defrost
Windshield defroster outlets, foot outlets and both side
outlets of the instrument panel
Defrost
Windshield defroster outlets and both side outlets of the
instrument panel
6 Fan Speed Control Dial: Turn the fan speed control dial to increase or decrease fan
speed.
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7 Recirculated/Outside Air Button: Press this button to prevent outside air from
entering your Subaru. Press the button again to allow outside air into your Subaru.
NOTE: To prevent windshield fogging, do not remain in the recirculated mode for an
extended period of time.
8 Defroster Button: Press this button to defrost or dehumidify the windshield and front
door windows.
NOTE: The air conditioning may turn on to defrost the windshield more quickly.
However, the indicator on the air conditioner button will not illuminate.
9 Rear Window Defogger Button: Press this button to turn on the defogger. It will
automatically turn off after about 15 minutes. If the window clears before then, press
the button again to turn it off. If equipped, the outside mirror defogger and windshield
wiper deicer will also activate. You can customize this function for continual operation
through the Combination Meter Display (CMD).
Dual—zone Automatic Climate Control (if equipped)
You can set separate temperatures for the driver and front passenger. Set your desired
temperature and let the system automatically make the adjustments for you. At any time,
you can manually take control of the climate settings.
Operation in Automatic Mode
1 Automatic Control Button: This system automatically controls all of the climate
system except defogging. Press “AUTO” to activate. Press “OFF” to turn off the
system.
2 Temperature Control Dial: Turn the dial clockwise to increase the temperature or
counterclockwise to decrease the temperature. The temperature will appear on the
screen. You can adjust separate temperature settings for the driver’s side and
passenger’s side.
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3 SYNC Button: Press the button to synchronize the driver’s and front passenger’s
temperatures to the driver’s temperature control dial.
When using automatic mode, the fan speed, airflow distribution, air-inlet control and air
conditioning compressor are controlled automatically. To activate:
1. Press the “AUTO” button. The “FULL AUTO” indicator light illuminates on the
Multi-Function Display (MDF).
2. Set the preferred temperature using the temperature control dial.
If you operate any of the buttons other than “ON/OFF”, rear window defogger, “SYNC”, or
the temperature control dial, the “FULL” indicator light will turn off. The “AUTO” light will
remain illuminated. You can then manually control the system as desired. Press the
“AUTO” button to change back to “FULL AUTO” mode.
4 Air Conditioner Button: Press this button to activate or deactivate the air
conditioning.
5 MAX A/C Button: Press this button for quickest cooling.
6 Airflow Mode Selection Button: Press the button to select the desired airflow mode.
The selected mode – ventilation, ventilation 2, bi-level, feet, feet-defrost or defrost – is
shown on the display.
ICON MODE FUNCTION
Ventilation Instrument panel outlets
Bi-Level Instrument panel outlets and foot outlets
Ventilation 2 Instrument panel outlets and less foot outlets than bi-level
Feet
Foot outlets, both side outlets of the instrument panel and
some through windshield defroster outlets
Feet-Defrost
Windshield defroster outlets, foot outlets and both side
outlets of the instrument panel
Defrost
Windshield defroster outlets and both side outlets of the
instrument panel
7 Fan Speed Control Dial: Turn the fan speed control dial to increase or decrease fan
speed.
8 Recirculated/Outside Air Button: Press this button to prevent outside air from
entering your Subaru. Press the button again to allow outside air into your Subaru.
NOTE: To prevent windshield fogging, do not remain in the recirculated mode for an
extended period of time.
9 Defroster Button: Press this button to defrost or dehumidify the windshield and front
door windows.
NOTE: The air conditioning may turn on to defrost the windshield more quickly.
However, the indicator on the air conditioner button will not illuminate.
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10 Rear Window Defogger Button: Press this button to turn on the defogger. It will
automatically turn off after about 15 minutes. If the window clears before then, press
the button again to turn it off. If equipped, the outside mirror defogger and windshield
wiper deicer will also activate. You can customize this function for continual operation
through the Combination Meter Display (CMD).
Remote Engine Start with Climate Control
You can remotely start your Subaru and adjust
the temperature using the Starlink® Safety and
Security features through the MySubaru App
(subscription required).
Heated Seats (if equipped)
The switches are located on the center
console between the driver and passenger
seats. Choose low (bottom of switch) for
normal heating or high (top of switch) for rapid
heating. Choose the center position to turn off
the seat heaters.
Rear Seat Heater (if equipped)
Press the rear seat heater switch. Each time
you press the switch, the mode will change as
follows: High, Low, Off.
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Heated Steering Wheel (if equipped)
To activate, pull the heated steering wheel
switch while the ignition is “ON”. The indicator
light on the switch will illuminate. The heater
will turn off after a while or you can deactivate
it at any time by pulling the switch again.
ACCESSSORY CONNECTIONS
Power Outlets
Power outlets (12V) are located at the front of the center console, in the rear center
console and in the cargo area. Electrical power is available for use with in-vehicle electrical
appliances with a maximum power rating of
120W.
1 Auxiliary Input Jack
The 3.5mm auxiliary input jack is located
in the front of the center console. You can
connect a portable music player to the
auxiliary jack and hear the music stored
on it through your Subaru’s speakers.
Press the “Source” button located on the
steering wheel or the “Media” button on
the Touchscreen to select the auxiliary
mode. For more information, refer to the SUBARU STARLINK® Owner’s Manual.
2 Dual USB Ports
The USB ports are located at the front of the center console and in the rear center
console. You can connect a variety of USB-equipped devices to the front port, such
as portable music players or smartphones, to enjoy your favorite music through your
Subaru’s speakers. These ports also provide charging (5V, 2.1A) to devices. For more
information, please refer to the SUBARU STARLINK® Owner’s Manual or Quick
Guide.
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AUDIO CONTROLS
For more information, please refer to the
SUBARU STARLINK® Owner’s Manual or
Quick Guide.
1 Presets/Skip
2 Volume
3 Source
4 Info
5 Hands-free calling
ADVANCED ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
For more information, please refer to the
EyeSight® Owner’s Manual.
1 Adaptive Cruise Control
2 Lane Centering
3 Decrease Distance
4 Increase Distance
5 Resume/Set
I/SET SWITCH
Use the controls to display and change
selected items in the Combination Meter
Display (CMD). Pull and hold this switch to
access the settings menu. Pull the arrows to
move up or down the menu.
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LIGHT CONTROLS
1 AUTO: Rotate the end of the lever to
automatically turn your Subaru’s lights on
or off, depending on the level of outside
light.
2 Running Lights: Rotate the end of the
lever to turn on the instrument panel
lights, parking lights, side marker lights,
tail lights, and license plate lights.
3 Headlights: Rotate the end of the lever to
turn on the headlights, instrument panel lights, parking lights, side marker lights, tail
lights and license plate lights.
4 High Beams: Push the lever forward to change from low beam to high beam. If
equipped, this also activates the High Beam Assist (HBA) system. Pull the lever back
to center to return to low beam.
5 Fog Lights: If equipped, rotate the dial to turn on the fog lights.
Illumination Brightness
While the light switch is on, rotating the dial on the instrument panel
upward will make the illumination brighter. When the dial is fully
rotated upward (dots aligned), the instrument panel illumination
stays at full brightness. Rotating the dial downward dims the
instrument panel illumination.
Daytime Running Lights
The daytime running lights automatically turn on when the engine has started, the parking
brake is fully released, the light switch is in the off, “AUTO” (if equipped) or “ ”
position, and the select lever is not in the “P” position. Always turn on the headlights when
it’s dark outside by rotating the dial to the “ ” or “AUTO” position.
CONTROLS
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TURN SIGNALS
Push slightly up for right lane change or fully
up for right turn signal. Push slightly down for
left lane change or fully down for left turn
signal.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS
To turn on the wipers, press the wiper control
lever down one position for intermittent, two
positions for low speed, or three positions for
high speed. To turn the wipers off, return the
lever to the “OFF” position. For a single wipe,
move the lever up one position.
When the lever is in the intermittent position,
rotate the dial to adjust the operating interval
of the wipers.
Pull the lever toward you to spray washer fluid.
The washer will spray until you release the lever, then wipe twice.
REAR WINDOW WIPER
Rotate the end of the lever up one position for
intermittent, or two positions for continuous
wipe.
When the lever in is the intermittent position,
the wiper operates at intervals corresponding
with vehicle speed. When you move the select
lever to the “R” position, the wiper will switch
to continuous operation. It will return to
intermittent when you move the select lever
out of “R”.
Rotate the dial up from the continuous wipe position or down from the off position to spray
washer fluid. The washer will spray until you release the dial, then return to the previous
position and wipe twice.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL SWITCHES (LOWER LEFT)
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for details
on these switches.
1 Power Rear Gate (if equipped)
2 Steering Responsive Headlights OFF (if
equipped)
3 Power Rear Gate Memory Height (if
equipped)
4 Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF
5 Auto Start-Stop OFF
6 Blind Spot Detection/Rear Cross Traffic Alert OFF (if equipped)
7 DriverFocus OFF (if equipped)
OVERHEAD PANEL
1 SOS Emergency Assistance: Press the
“SOS” button to connect with a SUBARU
STARLINK® Customer Care Advisor.
(Subscription required.) Press and hold
the button for about two seconds to
cancel the call. Refer to the SUBARU
STARLINK® Safety and Security Owner’s
Manual or the SUBARU STARLINK®
Quick Guide.
2 Enhanced Roadside Assistance: Press
the “i” button to connect with a SUBARU
STARLINK® Roadside Assistance
Provider. (Subscription required.) Press
and hold the button for about two
seconds to cancel the call. Refer to the SUBARU STARLINK® Quick Guide.
3 Automatic Illumination: When the switch is in the “DOOR” position, the map lights
illuminate when any door is opened, the doors are unlocked using the remote keyless
entry system or keyless access function, or the ignition is turned from “ON” or “ACC”
to “LOCK”/“OFF”.
4 Map Lights: Press a map light to turn it on or off.
CONTROLS
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GAUGES
1 Speedometer
2 Trip meter and odometer
3 Fuel gauge
4 Tachometer
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
Red lights indicate immediate attention is required. Some examples are:
Seatbelt
warning
Door
open
Brake system
Yellow lights indicate caution. Some examples are:
Low fuel
Engine oil
level warning
light
Tire pressure
warning light
Green and blue lights are for information. Some examples are:
Headlight
indicator
light
Cold coolant
temperature
High beam
indicator
light
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IGNITION SWITCH
The ignition switch has four positions:
LOCK: You can only insert or remove the key in this position.
ACC (Accessory): Provides power to the radio and accessory power outlets.
ON: All electric systems are available. The key returns to this position after starting the
engine.
START: Turn the key to this position to start the engine.
PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH (if equipped)
Each time you press the ignition switch
without depressing the brake pedal, the
ignition position will change as follows: ACC,
ON, OFF.
ACC (Accessory): Provides power to the radio
and accessory power outlets. The orange LED
illuminates.
ON: All electrical systems will be available. The
orange LED illuminates.
OFF: Power off and indicator off.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Without Push-button Ignition
To start the engine:
1. Make sure the select lever is in the “P” position.
2. Using the key, turn the ignition switch to “START”.
NOTE: Do not depress the accelerator pedal. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
With Push-button Ignition
To start the engine:
1. Sit in the driver’s seat with the access key fob.
2. Make sure the select lever is in the “P” position.
3. Depress the brake pedal. The green LED on the ignition switch illuminates.
4. While depressing the brake pedal, briefly press and release the ignition switch.
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DRIVING THE VEHICLE
Automatic Transmission Shift Mode
The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
is electronically controlled and provides two
different driving modes: normal and manual or
low.
Normal Mode
When the selector lever is in the “D” (Drive)
position, the transmission is in normal shift
mode. The select lever position indicator in the
Combination Meter Display (CMD) shows “D”
and the transmission automatically shifts into a
suitable forward gear.
Manual Mode (if equipped)
In manual mode, you select the desired gear position to obtain necessary acceleration and
engine braking. Move the selector lever left from the “D” position into the “M” position to
select manual mode. The gear position indicator in the Combination Meter Display (CMD)
shows the currently selected gear. Arrow-shaped indicators show when upshifting or
downshifting is available. To shift, use the paddle shift control switches behind the steering
wheel.
Low Mode (if equipped)
Low Mode is for using engine braking when going down hill, etc. Moving the selector lever
left into the low gate 1 from the “D” (Drive) position causes the transmission to change into
Low Mode. The shift position indicator shows “L” as the selected gear position.
Paddle Shift Control Switches if equipped
• You can shift gears using the paddle shift
control switches. To upshift to the next
higher gear, pull the “+” paddle on the right
toward you. To downshift to the next lower
gear, pull the “-” paddle on the left toward
you.
• You can temporarily shift gears even when
the select lever is in the “D” position by
pulling either the “+” or “-” paddle toward
you. Once vehicle speed stabilizes, the transmission will switch back to normal mode.
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SI-DRIVE
Subaru Intelligent Drive (SI-Drive)
SI-Drive has 2 modes; Intelligent (I) and Sport
(S) or Intelligent (I) and Sport Sharp (S#). Each
mode is designed for different types of driving:
Intelligent:
• The Intelligent (I) mode provides well balanced performance with greater fuel efficiency
and smooth driveability without stress. Power delivery is moderate during acceleration
for maximum fuel efficiency.
Sport:
• The Sport (S) mode provides the engine power desired by those who want to make the
driving experience their own personal adventure.
Sport Sharp:
• For sports-minded drivers, the Sport Sharp (S#) mode offers an exhilarating level of
engine performance and control. The throttle becomes more responsive regardless of
the engine speed. Delivering maximum driving enjoyment, this mode is ideal for driving
on twisting roads and for merging or overtaking other vehicles on the freeway with
confidence.
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X-MODE®
Premium
Sport/Limited/Touring
X-MODE is the integrated control system of the engine, All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system and
Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC) systems. It helps to maximize traction in slippery
conditions such as mud or snow. In certain situations such as deep mud or snow, it may
help to turn VDC off to allow for more wheel spin. X-MODE functions with the select lever
in the “D” or “R” position.
You can activate the system when the vehicle speed is less than 12 mph. To activate,
press the switch (Premium) or turn the switch to the right or left (Sport/Limited/Touring).
When active, the Multi-Function Display (MFD) shows the steering direction, vehicle angle
and power distribution. If the vehicle speed reaches 25 mph while X-MODE is active, the
system is cancelled and you will need to activate it again once you reach a lower speed. To
manually deactivate the system, turn the switch to the right (Premium) or press the switch
(Sport/Limited/Touring).
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Hill Descent Control (HDC)
This function helps maintain a constant vehicle speed when driving down steep hills or
declines. HDC is automatically engaged with X-MODE and functions with the select lever
in the “D” or “R” position.
ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB)
To apply the parking brake, pull up the parking
brake switch. The indicator light on the parking
brake switch will illuminate and “PARK” will
appear in the combination meter.
To release the parking brake manually, depress
the brake pedal and push the parking brake
switch down. To automatically release, gently
press the accelerator pedal with the select
lever in the “D” or “R” position.
NOTE: All the doors must be closed and your
seatbelt must be fastened.
Auto Vehicle Hold (AVH)
This function automatically holds your Subaru
in place when at a complete stop, such as a
traffic signal, even after you release the brake
pedal. Press the Auto Vehicle Hold switch on
the center console to turn on the function. The
indicator in the combination meter will
illuminate.
While your Subaru is being held by this
function, the operation indicator in the
combination meter will illuminate. The function
is canceled when you depress the accelerator
pedal or the brake pedal.
Press the switch again to turn it off. The
function works with the select lever in either
the “D” or “R” position.
NOTE: For this system to work your seatbelt
must be fastened.
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AUTO START–STOP SYSTEM
The Auto Start-Stop system is designed to automatically stop and restart the engine when
the vehicle is stationary for a short period of time (while waiting for a traffic light or in a
traffic jam) after the engine has warmed up. The system operates in order to reduce fuel
consumption, exhaust emissions and undesired idling noise.
System Operation
So that it can be used safely and comfortably, in addition to driver operations, the Auto
Start-Stop system is designed to constantly monitor the vehicle conditions as well as the
environment inside and outside the vehicle, in order to control stopping and restarting of
the engine.
After the vehicle has been completely stopped by depressing the brake pedal
with the select lever in the “D” position, the engine will be automatically
stopped and the green indicator will illuminate in the combination meter.
If you release the brake pedal with the select lever kept in the “D” position, the
engine will be automatically restarted.
Auto Vehicle Hold (AVH) also integrates seamlessly with Auto Start-Stop functions. With
AVH, the parking brake automatically applies, so you can sit without your foot on the brake
pedal. To restart the engine, just gently press down on the accelerator pedal.
If the engine is temporarily stopped by the system, the Auto Start-Stop indicator light on
the combination meter will illuminate in green. This indicator light will turn off when the
system restarts the engine.
There are several operating conditions for this system to operate as intended. Please refer
to the Owner’s Manual for further information.
Fuel Saving Display
After you come to a stop and the Auto
Start-Stop system stops the engine the screen
to the right will display in the Combination
Meter Display (CMD). This show you how
much time the engine was off in the top time
and how much fuel was saved in the bottom
line. This is the total stop time and fuel saved
since it was reset.
No Activity Detected Indicator Light
If the operational conditions are not met when the vehicle is stopped, the
engine will not stop and the white Auto Start-Stop No Activity Detected
indicator light will illuminate. It will turn off when the brake pedal is released.
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How To Turn ON/OFF The Auto Start-Stop
System
If the Auto Start-Stop OFF switch is pressed,
operation of the Auto Start-Stop system will
be disabled. The Auto Start-Stop indicator
light on the combination meter will then
illuminate in yellow. If the switch is pressed
once more, the Auto Start-Stop system will
turn on again. The Auto Start-Stop indicator
light will then turn off.
When the Auto Start-Stop system is turned OFF, the yellow Auto Start-Stop
indicator light will illuminate in the instrument cluster.
Auto Start-Stop Warning Light
The Auto Start-Stop warning light will illuminate in yellow when initially turning
the ignition switch to the “ON” position. The light will turn off after the engine
has started.
NOTE: If the Auto Start-Stop warning light does not turn off after the engine
has started or is flashing, the Auto Start-Stop system may be malfunctioning. We
recommend that you contact your authorized SUBARU Retailer for an inspection.
INDICATOR PATTERN CONDITION
Solid green This indicator light illuminates when the engine has been
temporarily stopped by the Auto Start-Stop system. It
will turn off when the engine is restarted.
Solid White Operational conditions have not been met, the engine
will not stop and this light will illuminate. The light goes
out once the brake pedal is released.
Solid Yellow This light indicates that the system has been turned off.
The light will turn off once the system is turned back on.
Flashing
Yellow
A fault has been detected with the Start-Stop system.
Please contact your authorized Subaru Retailer.
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TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE
Without Push-button Ignition Switch
To stop the engine:
1. Stop your Subaru completely.
2. Move the select lever to the “P” position.
3. Turn the ignition switch to “OFF”.
NOTE: The windows will remain active for about 40 seconds and the SUBARU
STARLINK® Multimedia system will remain on for about three minutes or until a door is
opened, whichever occurs first.
With Push-button Ignition Switch (if equipped)
To stop the engine:
1. Stop the vehicle completely.
2. Move the select lever to the “P” position.
3. Press the ignition switch.
NOTE: The windows will remain active for about 45 seconds and the SUBARU
STARLINK® Multimedia system will remain on for about three minutes or until a door is
opened, whichever occurs first.
DRIVERFOCUS
The DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System monitors possible cases when the driver is
not paying attention to the forward direction, and also recognizes individual users. This
system warns the driver of inattentive, drowsy driving, and can support safe and
comfortable driving by automatically retrieving the following settings.
• Driver Position
• Climate control setting
• Combination Meter Display Settings and other display settings in the instrument panel
Refer to the EyeSight Guide or Owner’s Manual for further information on this system.
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FUEL FILLER LID
The fuel filler lid is located toward the rear of
the passenger side. To open the lid:
1. Make sure your Subaru is stopped with the
ignition in “LOCK”/“OFF”.
2. Unlock the lid by pressing the
unlock/disarm button on the access key fob
or transmitter, pressing the unlock side of
the power door locking switch, or putting
the vehicle in “LOCK”/“OFF”.
3. Push the rear side of the lid.
4. When the lid opens slightly, open it further
by hand.
While refueling, place the fuel filler cap on the
cap holder inside the lid.
To close the lid, press it until you hear it latch.
FUEL
Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. Do not use fuels
with more than 10% ethanol. See the Owner’s Manual for more information.
FUEL CAPACITY
16.6 US gallons
The low fuel warning light illuminates when the tank is nearly empty, at
approximately 2.5 US gallons.
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FOLDING THE REAR SEATS
Lower the headrests, then pull up on the
release knob on the seat side that you want to
fold down.
To return the seatback to its original position,
raise the seatback until it locks into place,
making sure that it is securely locked.
If equipped, release latches are located on either side of the cargo area. Pull the release
latch on the seat side that you want to fold down.
CHILD SAFETY LOCKS
The child safety locks are located on the inside edges
of the rear doors. In the locked position, the rear doors
can only be opened from the outside.
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LATCH/ANCHOR
To ensure the safety of all occupants, and prior
to installing any child restraint system,
carefully read all materials provided by the
restraint system manufacturer and the
important installation and safety information
located in your Subaru Owner’s Manual.
REAR SEAT REMINDER
The Rear Seat Reminder system assists you in preventing a child or pet from being left in
your Subaru. The system monitors the opening and closing of the rear side door. It does
not physically sense the presence of a child or pet.
The system turns on if your Subaru is started within 30 minutes of a rear side door opening
or closing. It also turns on if a rear side door is opened and closed when your Subaru is
running and stationary. The system remains on if your Subaru is turned off and back on
again within 30 minutes and the rears side doors remained closed.
When you turn your Subaru off, the system warns you audibly and with a “Reminder, Look
in Rear Seat” message in the Combination Meter Display (CMD).
The system operates only one time with each ignition cycle and opening and closing of a rear
side door. You can turn the Rear Seat Reminder off in the Combination Meter Display (CMD).
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POWER REAR GATE (PRG) (if equipped)
Power Rear Gate Button
Briefly press and release the button on the
instrument panel to automatically open or
close the rear gate. Two chirps will sound and
the hazard warning flashers will flash twice. If
you briefly press the button while it is closing,
it will open. If you briefly press the button while
it is opening, it will pause. Press the button
again to close the rear gate. If you attempt to
open the power rear gate with the doors
locked, three rapid beeps will sound.
The operation is the same using the power rear gate button on the access key fob or
transmitter.
From the Rear of the Vehicle
To open the rear gate, unlock your Subaru or
have access key fob with you. Then, briefly
press the button on the underside trim near
the license plate. The rear gate will
automatically open. If you briefly press the
button while the gate is opening, it will pause.
Press the button again to close the rear gate.
To close the rear gate, briefly press the power
rear gate button on the inside edge of the rear
gate. If you press the button again, the rear
gate will open.
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Power Rear Gate Lock
With the rear gate open, press the lock button
on the inside edge of the rear gate. All doors,
the rear gate and the fuel lid will lock, and the
rear gate will close.
Memory Height
You can set where the rear gate stops when it
opens. To set the height:
1. Make sure the ignition is in the
“LOCK”/”OFF” position.
2. Open the rear gate using the power rear
gate function.
3. Stop the rear gate when it reaches the
desired height by pressing the PRG button
on the rear gate or instrument panel.
4. Press the memory switch in the instrument
panel to select the “ON” status (switch
indented).
5. With the rear gate at the desired height, press
and hold the power rear gate button on the
inside edge of the rear gate. A chirp will
sound and the hazard warning flashers will flash three times to confirm the height is set.
When the memory switch is in the “ON” status, the rear gate will stop at the set memory
height when you use any of the power rear gate switches.
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CARGO COVER (if equipped)
Use the detachable cargo cover to protect
contents in the cargo area from direct sunlight.
Pull the cover toward the rear of your Subaru
and insert both ends of the cover into the
guides.
Store the cover under the floor of the cargo
area when not in use. Instructions for
operation are included on the cargo cover
housing.
SPARE TIRE AND JACK
The spare tire, jack and other maintenance
tools are stored under the cargo floor.
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HOOD PROP
The hood prop is located in the front of the
engine compartment. Fold it up and insert the
end into the slot marked with an arrow.
2.5 L ENGINE
1 Brake Fluid Reservoir
2 Main Fuse Box
3 Battery
4 Windshield Washer Tank
5 Engine Oil Filler Cap
6 Engine Coolant Reservoir
7 Engine Oil Filter
8 Radiator Cap
9 Engine Oil Dipstick
10 Air Cleaner Element
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
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NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN
The performance and long life of your Subaru are dependent on how you handle and care
for your Subaru while it is new.
Follow these instructions during the first 1,000 miles:
• Do not race the engine.
• Do not drive at one consistent engine or vehicle speed, either fast or slow.
• Avoid starting suddenly and rapid acceleration, except in an emergency.
• Avoid hard braking, except in an emergency.
ENGINE OIL
Use 0W-20 synthetic, with one of the follow specifications:
• API classification SN with the words “RESOURCE CONSERVING”.
• ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mark (Starburst mark).
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY
4.4 US quarts (during oil and filter change).
There is approximately 1 quart between the
low and full level.
1 Full Level
2 Low Level
ROOF RAIL CAPACITY
CROSS BAR DYNAMIC ROOF RAIL DYNAMIC ROOF RAIL STATIONARY
150 Pounds 176 Pounds 700 Pounds
TRAILER TOWING CAPACITY
Maximum gross trailer weight (with trailer brakes): 1,500 pounds (150 pound tongue
weight)
ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
Your Subaru has a Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS). The individual tire pressure is
found in the Combination Meter Display
(CMD).
Tire pressure specification is on the tire
information placard located on the driver’s side
door pillar.
ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS
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2.5 L ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
A
ACCESSSORY CONNECTIONS
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES . . . . . . . . 2
ADVANCED ADAPTIVE CRUISE
CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
AUDIO CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
AUTO START–STOP SYSTEM . . . . . . 28
C
CARGO COVER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
CHILD SAFETY LOCKS . . . . . . . . . . 32
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
Automatic Climate Control . . . . . . . 12
Dual—zone Automatic Climate
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Heated Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . 17
Rear Seat Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Remote Engine Start with Climate
Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
D
DRIVERFOCUS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
DRIVING THE VEHICLE
Automatic Transmission Shift Mode . 24
Paddle Shift Control Switches . . . . 24
SI-DRIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
E
ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE (EPB)
Auto Vehicle Hold (AVH) . . . . . . . . 27
ENGINE OIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
ENGINE OIL CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . 38
F
FOLDING THE REAR SEATS . . . . . . . 32
FORWARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
FUEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
FUEL CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
FUEL FILLER LID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
G
GAUGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
H
HOOD PROP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
I
IGNITION SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION . . . 2
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Subaru Roadside Assistance . . . . . . 3
SUBARU STARLINK® Safety and
Security (subscription required) . . . . . 3
INSTRUMENT PANEL SWITCHES
(LOWER LEFT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
I/SET SWITCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
K
KEYLESS ACCESS WITH PUSH BUTTON
START
Locking Using Door Handles . . . . . . 5
Locking Using the Rear Gate . . . . . . 5
Opening the Rear Gate . . . . . . . . . 5
Unlocking Using Door Handles . . . . . 5
KEYLESS ENTRY
Automatic Door Locking/Unlocking . . 4
INDEX
40
L
LATCH/ANCHOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
LIGHT CONTROLS
Daytime Running Lights . . . . . . . . 19
Illumination Brightness . . . . . . . . . 19
N
NEW VEHICLE BREAK-IN . . . . . . . . . 38
O
OVERHEAD PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
P
POWER EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Auto Tilt-down Mirror . . . . . . . . . 10
POWER MOONROOF . . . . . . . . . . . 12
POWER REAR GATE (PRG)
From the Rear of the Vehicle . . . . . 34
Memory Height . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Power Rear Gate Button . . . . . . . . 34
Power Rear Gate Lock . . . . . . . . . 35
POWER WINDOWS . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH . . 23
R
REAR SEAT REMINDER . . . . . . . . . . 33
REAR VIEW MIRROR
Auto-dimming Mirror . . . . . . . . . . 11
HomeLink® 5 Accessory Mirror . . . 11
REAR WINDOW WIPER . . . . . . . . . . 20
ROOF RAIL CAPACITY . . . . . . . . . . 38
S
SEATING
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . . . . 8
Manual Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Memory Driver’s Seat . . . . . . . . . . 8
Power Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Seatbelt Adjuster . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
SPARE TIRE AND JACK . . . . . . . . . . 36
STARTING THE ENGINE
Without Push-button Ignition . . . . . 23
With Push-button Ignition . . . . . . . 23
T
TILT AND TELESCOPIC STEERING
COLUMN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
(TPMS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
TOWING YOUR ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
SUBARU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
TRAILER TOWING CAPACITY . . . . . . 38
TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE
Without Push-button Ignition Switch . 30
With Push-button Ignition Switch . . 30
TURN SIGNALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
W
WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS . . 22
WINDSHIELD WIPERS . . . . . . . . . . 20
X
X-MODE®
Hill Descent Control (HDC) . . . . . . . 26
INDEX
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NOTES
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SUBARU of America, Inc.
One Subaru Drive
Camden, NJ 08103-9800
MSA5B2002A
Issued July 2019
Printed in USA 07/19

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