Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid (2016 year). Instruction

Driving tips/New vehicle break

–in driving – the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)

New vehicle break-in driving

– the first 1,000 miles (1,600

km)

The performance and long life of your
vehicle are dependent on how you handle
and care for your vehicle while it is new.
Follow these instructions during the first
1,000 miles (1,600 km):
. Do not race the engine. And do not
allow engine speed to exceed 4,000 rpm
except in an emergency.
. Do not drive at one constant engine or
vehicle speed for a long time, either fast or
slow.
. Avoid starting suddenly and rapid
acceleration, except in an emergency.
. Avoid hard braking, except in an
emergency.

The same break-in procedures should be
applied to an overhauled engine, newly
mounted engine or when brake pads or
brake linings are replaced with new ones.

Fuel economy hints

The following suggestions will help to save
fuel.
. Select the proper gear position for the
speed and road conditions.
. Avoid sudden acceleration or decelera-
tion. Always accelerate gently until you
reach the desired speed. Then try to
maintain that speed for as long as
possible.
. Do not pump the accelerator and avoid
racing the engine.
. Avoid unnecessary engine idling.

. Keep the hybrid system properly tuned.

. Keep the tires inflated to the correct
pressure shown on the tire placard, which
is located under the door latch on the
driver

’s side. Low pressure will increase

tire wear and fuel consumption.
. Use the air conditioner only when
necessary.
. Keep the front and rear wheels in
proper alignment.
. Avoid carrying unnecessary luggage or
cargo.

Engine exhaust gas (carbon
monoxide)

WARNING

. Never inhale engine exhaust gas.

Engine exhaust gas contains
carbon monoxide, a colorless
and odorless gas which is dan-
gerous, or even lethal, if inhaled.

. Always properly maintain the en-

gine exhaust system to prevent
engine exhaust gas from enter-
ing the vehicle.

. Never run the engine in a closed

space, such as a garage, except
for the brief time needed to drive
the vehicle in or out of it.

. Avoid remaining in a parked

vehicle for a lengthy time while
the engine is running. If that is
unavoidable, then use the venti-
lation fan to force fresh air into
the vehicle.

. Always keep the front ventilator

inlet grille free from snow, leaves
or other obstructions to ensure
that the ventilation system al-
ways works properly.

. If at any time you suspect that

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exhaust fumes are entering the
v e h i c l e , h a v e t h e p r o b l e m
checked and corrected as soon
as possible. If you must drive
under these conditions, drive
only with all windows fully open.

. Keep the rear gate closed while

driving to prevent exhaust gas
from entering the vehicle.

NOTE

Due to the expansion and contraction
of the metals used in the manufacture
of the exhaust system, you may hear a
crackling sound coming from the ex-
haust system for a short time after the
hybrid system has been shut off. This
sound is normal.

Catalytic converter

The catalytic converter is installed in the
exhaust system. It serves as a catalyst to
reduce HC, CO and NOx in exhaust
gases, thus providing cleaner exhaust.

To avoid damage to the catalytic conver-
ter:
. Use only unleaded fuel. Even a small
amount of leaded fuel will damage the
catalytic converter.
. Never start the hybrid system by
pushing or pulling the vehicle.
. Avoid racing the engine.

. Never turn the ignition switch to the

“OFF” position while the vehicle is moving.

. Keep your engine tuned-up. If you feel
the engine running rough (misfiring, back-

firing or incomplete combustion), have
your vehicle checked and repaired by an
authorized SUBARU dealer.
. Do not apply undercoating or rust
prevention treatment to the heat shield of
catalytic converter and the exhaust sys-
tem.
. Do not drive with an extremely low fuel
level.

WARNING

. Avoid fire hazards. Do not drive

or park the vehicle anywhere
near flammable materials (e.g.,
grass, paper, rags or leaves),
because the catalytic converter
operates at very high tempera-
tures.

. Keep everyone and flammable

materials away from the exhaust
pipe while the hybrid system is
running. The exhaust gas is very
hot.

Driving tips/Catalytic converter

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Driving tips/Periodic inspections

Periodic inspections

To keep your vehicle in the best condition
at all times, always have the recom-
mended maintenance services listed in
the maintenance schedule in the

“War-

ranty and Maintenance Booklet

” per-

formed at the specified time or mileage
intervals.

Driving in foreign countries

When planning to use your vehicle in
another country:
. Confirm the availability of the correct
fuel. Refer to

“Fuel requirements” F7-3.

. Comply with all regulations and re-
quirements of each country.

Driving tips for AWD models

WARNING

. Always maintain a safe driving

speed according to the road and
weather conditions in order to
avoid having an accident on a
sharp turn, during sudden brak-
ing or under other similar condi-
tions.

. Always use the utmost care in

driving

– overconfidence be-

cause you are driving an All-
Wheel Drive vehicle could easily
lead to a serious accident.

. When replacing or installing tire

(s), all four tires must be the
same for following items.

(a) Size

(b) Circumference

(d) Load index

(e) Construction

(f) Manufacturer

(g) Brand (tread pattern)

(h) Degrees of wear

For the items (a) to (d), you must
obey the specification that is

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printed on the tire placard. The
tire placard is located on the
driver

’s door pillar.

If all of four tires are not the same
for items (a) to (h), serious me-
chanical damage could occur to
the drive train of your car, and
affect the following.
— Ride
— Handling
— Braking
— Speedometer/Odometer
calibration
— Clearance between the body
and tires

It also may be dangerous and
lead to loss of vehicle control,
and it can lead to an accident.

All-Wheel Drive distributes the hybrid
system power to all four wheels. AWD
models provide better traction when driv-
ing on slippery, wet or snow-covered
roads and when moving out of mud, dirt
and sand. By shifting power between the
front and rear wheels, SUBARU AWD can
also provide added traction during accel-
eration and added engine braking force
during deceleration.

Therefore, your SUBARU AWD vehicle
may handle differently than an ordinary
two wheel drive vehicle and it contains
some features unique to AWD. For safety
purposes as well as to avoid damaging
the AWD system, you should keep the
following tips in mind.
. An AWD model is better able to climb
steeper roads under snowy or slippery

conditions than a two wheel drive vehicle.
There is little difference in handling,
however, during extremely sharp turns or
sudden braking. Therefore, when driving
down a slope or turning corners, be sure
to reduce your speed and maintain an
ample distance from other vehicles.
. Always check the cold tire pressure
before starting to drive. The recom-
mended tire pressure is provided on the
tire placard, which is located under the
door latch on the driver

’s side.

. There are some precautions that you
must observe when towing your vehicle.
For detailed information, refer to

“Towing”

F9-18.

Driving tips/Driving tips for AWD models

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Driving tips/Off road driving

Off road driving

WARNING

. Always maintain a safe driving

speed according to the road and
weather conditions in order to
avoid having an accident on a
sharp turn, during sudden brak-
ing or under other similar condi-
tions.

. Always use the utmost care in

driving

– overconfidence be-

cause you are driving an All-
Wheel Drive model could easily
lead to a serious accident.

CAUTION

Frequent driving of an AWD model
under hard-driving conditions such
as rough roads or off roads will
necessitate more frequent replace-
ment of the following items than that
specified in the maintenance sche-
dule described in the

“Warranty and

Maintenance Booklet

”.

. Engine oil
. Brake fluid
. Continuously variable transmis-

sion fluid

. Front differential gear oil
Remember that damage done to
your SUBARU while operating it
off-road and not using common
sense precautions such as those
listed here is not eligible for war-
ranty coverage.

Because of the AWD feature and higher
ground clearance, you can drive your
SUBARU on ordinary roads or off-road.
But please keep in mind that an AWD
SUBARU is a passenger car and is
neither a conventional off-road vehicle
nor an all-terrain vehicle. If you do take
your SUBARU off-road, certain common
sense precautions such as those in the
following list should be taken.

& Before driving

. Make certain that you and all of your
passengers are wearing seatbelts.
. Carry some emergency equipment,
such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel,
wheel blocks, first aid kit and cell phone or
citizens band radio.
. Secure all cargo carried inside the
vehicle and make certain that it is not
piled higher than the seatbacks. During
sudden stops or jolts, unsecured cargo

could be thrown around in the vehicle and
cause injury. Do not pile heavy loads on
the roof. Those loads raise the vehicle

’s

center of gravity and make it more prone
to tip over.
. Never equip your vehicle with tires
larger than those specified in this manual.

& During driving

General precautions:
. Drive carefully. Do not take unneces-
sary risks by driving in dangerous areas or
over rough terrain.
. Slow down and employ extra caution at
all times. When driving off-road, you will
not have the benefit of marked traffic
lanes, banked curves, traffic signs and
the like.
. Do not drive across steep slopes.
Instead, drive either straight up or straight
down the slopes. A vehicle can much
more easily tip over sideways than it can
end over end. Avoid driving straight up or
down slopes that are too steep.
. Avoid sharp turning maneuvers, espe-
cially at higher speeds.
. Do not grip the inside or spokes of the
steering wheel. A bad bump could jerk the
wheel and injure your hands. Instead,
drive with your fingers and thumbs on
the outside of the rim.

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. Do not drive or park over or near
flammable materials such as dry grass or
fallen leaves, as they may burn easily. The
exhaust system is very hot while the
engine is running and right after the
engine stops. This could create a fire
hazard.

Precautions when driving under espe-
cially dangerous situations:
. If driving through water, such as when
crossing shallow streams, first check the
depth of the water and the bottom of the
stream bed for firmness and ensure that
the bed of the stream is flat. Drive slowly
and completely through the stream. The
water should be shallow enough that it
does not reach the vehicle

’s undercar-

riage. Water entering the engine air intake
or the exhaust pipe or water splashing
onto electrical parts may damage your
vehicle and may cause it to stall. Never
attempt to drive through rushing water;
regardless of its depth, it can wash away
the ground from under your tires, resulting
in possible loss of traction and even
vehicle rollover.
. If you must rock the vehicle to free it
from sand or mud, depress the accelerator
pedal slightly and move the select lever
back and forth between

“D” and “R”

repeatedly. Do not race the hybrid system.
For the best possible traction, avoid

spinning the wheels when trying to free
the vehicle.

& After driving

. Always check your brakes for effec-
tiveness immediately after driving in sand,
mud or water. Do this by driving slowly
and stepping on the brake pedal. Repeat
that process several times to dry out the
brake discs and brake pads.
. After driving through tall grass, mud,
rocks, sand, rivers, etc., check that there
is no grass, bush, paper, rags, stones,
sand, etc. adhering to or trapped on the
underbody. Clear off any such matter from
the underbody. If the vehicle is used with
these materials trapped or adhering to the
underbody, a mechanical breakdown or
fire could occur.
. Wash the vehicle’s underbody after off-
road driving. Suspension components are
particularly prone to dirt buildup, so they
need to be washed thoroughly.

Winter driving

& Operation during cold

weather

! Maintenance
Carry some emergency equipment, such
as a window scraper, a bag of sand,
flares, a small shovel and jumper cables.

Check the battery and cables. Cold
temperatures reduce battery capacity.
The battery must be in good condition to
provide enough power for cold winter
starts.

It normally takes longer to start the hybrid
system in very cold weather conditions.
Use an engine oil of a proper grade and
viscosity for cold weather. Using heavy
summer oil will make it harder to start the
hybrid system.
Keep the door locks from freezing by
squirting them with deicer or glycerin.

Forcing a frozen door open may damage
or separate the rubber weather strips
around the door. If the door is frozen,
use hot water to melt the ice, and after-
wards thoroughly wipe the water away.

Use a windshield washer fluid that con-
tains an antifreeze solution. Do not use
engine antifreeze or other substitutes

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Driving tips/Winter driving

because they may damage the paint of
the vehicle.
SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid con-
tains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5%
surfactant, by volume. Its freezing tem-
perature varies according to how much it
is diluted, as indicated in the following
table.

Washer Fluid Con-

centration

Freezing Temperature

30%

10.4

8F (−128C)

50%

−48F (−208C)

100%

−498F (−458C)

In order to prevent freezing of washer
fluid, check the freezing temperatures in
the table above when adjusting the fluid
concentration to the outside temperature.
If you fill the reservoir tank with a fluid with
a different concentration from the one
used previously, purge the old fluid from
the piping between the reservoir tank and
washer nozzles by operating the washer
for a certain period of time. Otherwise, if
the concentration of the fluid remaining in
the piping is too low for the outside
temperature, it may freeze and block the
nozzles.

CAUTION

. Adjust the washer fluid concen-

tration appropriately for the out-
side temperature. If the concen-
tration is inappropriate, sprayed
washer fluid may freeze on the
windshield and obstruct your
view, and the fluid may freeze in
the reservoir tank.

. State or local regulations on

volatile organic compounds may
restrict the use of methanol, a
common windshield washer anti-
freeze additive. Washer fluids
containing non-methanol anti-
freeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather
protection without damaging
your vehicle

’s paint, wiper blades

or washer system.

! Before driving your vehicle
Before entering the vehicle, remove any
snow or ice from your shoes because that
could make the pedals slippery and
driving dangerous.

While warming up the vehicle before
driving, check that the accelerator pedal,
brake pedal, and all other controls operate
smoothly.

Clear away ice and snow that has
accumulated under the fenders to avoid
making steering difficult. During severe
winter driving, stop when and where it is
safe to do so and check under the fenders
periodically.
! Parking in cold weather

WARNING

Snow can trap dangerous exhaust
gases under your vehicle. Keep
snow clear of the exhaust pipe and
from around your vehicle if you park
the vehicle in snow with the hybrid
system running.

CAUTION

. Do not use the parking brake

when parking for long periods in
cold weather since it could freeze
in that position.

. When the vehicle is parked in

snow or when it snows, raise the
wiper blades off the glass to
prevent damage to them.

. When the vehicle has been left

parked after use on roads heavily
covered with snow, or has been
left parked during a snowstorm,

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icing may develop on the brake
system, which could cause poor
braking action. Check for snow
or ice buildup on the suspension,
disc brakes and brake hoses
underneath the vehicle. If there
is caked snow or ice, remove it,
being careful not to damage the
disc brakes and brake hoses and
ABS harness.

When parking for long periods in cold
weather, you should observe the following
tips.
1. Place the select lever in

“P”.

2. Use tire stops under the tires to
prevent the vehicle from moving.

! Refueling in cold weather
To help prevent moisture from forming in
the fuel system and the risk of its freezing,
use of an antifreeze additive in the fuel
tank is recommended during cold weather.
Use only additives that are specifically
designed for this purpose. When an
antifreeze additive is used, its effect lasts
longer if the tank is refilled whenever the
fuel level reaches half empty.

If your SUBARU is not going to be used
for an extended period, it is best to have
the fuel tank filled to capacity.

& Driving on snowy and icy

roads

To prevent skidding and slipping, avoid
sudden braking, abrupt acceleration, high-
speed driving, and sharp turning when
driving on snowy or icy roads.
Always maintain ample distance between
your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you
to avoid the need for sudden braking.
To supplement the foot brake, use the
engine brake effectively to control the
vehicle speed. (Shift into a lower gear
when necessary.)
Avoid shifting down abruptly. Such beha-
vior can cause the wheels to lock, possibly
leading to loss of vehicle control.

An anti-lock brake system (ABS) en-
hances your vehicle

’s braking perfor-

mance on snowy and icy roads. For
information on braking on slippery sur-
faces, refer to

“ABS (Anti-lock Brake

System)

” F7-22 and “Vehicle Dynamics

Control system

” F7-24.

WARNING

Do not use the cruise control on
slippery roads such as snowy or icy
roads. This may cause loss of
vehicle control.

CAUTION

Avoid prolonged continuous driving
in snowstorms. Snow will enter the
engine

’s intake system and may

hinder the airflow, which could re-
sult in engine shutdown or even
breakdown.

! Wiper operation when snowing
Before driving in cold weather, make sure
the wiper blades are not frozen to the
windshield or rear window.

If the wiper blades are frozen to the
windshield or rear window, perform the
following procedure.
. To thaw the windshield wiper blades,
use the defroster or the wiper deicer.
When using the defroster, set the airflow
selection in

“

” and the temperature to

maximum warmth until the wiper blades
are completely thawed. For details about
the defroster, refer to

“Climate control”

F4-1. For details about the wiper deicer,
refer to

“Defogger and deicer” F3-94.

. To thaw the rear wiper blade, use the
rear window defogger. Refer to

“Defogger

and deicer

” F3-94.

When driving in snow, if frozen snow starts
to stick on the surface of the windshield

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Driving tips/Winter driving

despite wiper operation, use the defroster
with the airflow selection in

“

” and the

temperature set for maximum warmth.
After the windshield gets warmed enough
to melt the frozen snow on it, wash it away
using the windshield washer. Refer to

“Windshield washer” F3-84.

Snow stuck on the wiper arm prevents the
wiper from working effectively. If snow is
stuck on the wiper arm, pull off the road to
a safe place, then remove it. If you stop
the vehicle at road side, use the hazard
warning flasher to alert other drivers.
Refer to

“Hazard warning flasher” F3-5.

We recommend use of non-freezing type
wiper blades (winter blades) during the
seasons you could have snow and freez-
ing temperatures. Blades of this type give
superior wiping performance in snowy
conditions. Be sure to use blades that
are suitable for your vehicle.

CAUTION

During high-speed driving, non-
freezing type wiper blades may not
perform as well as standard wiper
blades. If this happens, reduce the
vehicle speed.

NOTE

When the season requiring non-freez-
ing type wiper blades is over, replace
them with standard wiper blades.

& Corrosion protection

Refer to

“Corrosion protection” F10-4.

& Snow tires

WARNING

. When replacing or installing win-

ter tire(s), all four tires must be
the same for following items.

(a) Size

(b) Circumference

(d) Load index

(e) Construction

(f) Manufacturer

(g) Brand (tread pattern)

(h) Degrees of wear

For the items (a) to (d), you must
obey the specification that is
printed on the tire placard. The
tire placard is located on the
driver

’s door pillar.

If all of four winter tires are not

the same for items (a) to (h),
serious mechanical damage
could occur to the drive train of
your car, and affect the following.
— Ride
— Handling
— Braking
— Speedometer/Odometer
calibration
— Clearance between the body
and tires

It also may be dangerous and
lead to loss of vehicle control,
and it can lead to an accident.

. Do not use a combination of

radial, belted bias or bias tires
since it may cause dangerous
handling characteristics and lead
to an accident.

Your vehicle is equipped with

“all season

tires

” as original equipment, which are

designed to provide an adequate measure
of traction, handling and braking perfor-
mance in year-round driving. In winter, it
may be possible to enhance performance
through use of tires designed specifically
for winter driving conditions.
When you choose to install winter tires on
your vehicle, be sure to use the correct tire

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size and type. You must install four winter
tires that are of the same size, construc-
tion, brand and load range and you should
never mix radial, belted bias or bias tires
since this may result in dangerous hand-
ling characteristics. When you choose a
tire, make sure that there is enough
clearance between the tire and vehicle
body.

Remember to drive with care at all times
regardless of the type of tires on your
vehicle.

& Tire chains

CAUTION

Tire chains cannot be used on your
vehicle because of the lack of
clearance between the tires and
vehicle body.

NOTE

Since tire chains cannot be used, use
of another type of traction device (such
as spring chains) may be acceptable if
use on your vehicle is recommended
by the device manufacturer, taking into
account tire size and road conditions.
Follow the device manufacturer

’s in-

structions, especially regarding max-

imum vehicle speed.
To help avoid damage to your vehicle,
drive slowly, readjust or remove the
device if it is contacting your vehicle,
and do not spin your wheels. Damage
caused to your vehicle by use of a
traction device is not covered under
warranty.

Make certain that any traction device
you use is an SAE class S device, and
use it on the front wheels only. Always
use the utmost care when driving with
a traction device. Overconfidence be-
cause you are using a traction device
could easily lead to a serious accident.

& Rocking the vehicle

If you must rock the vehicle to free it from
snow, sand, or mud, depress the accel-
erator pedal slightly and move the select
lever back and forth between

“D” and “R”

repeatedly. Do not race the hybrid system.
For the best possible traction, avoid
spinning the wheels when trying to free
the vehicle.

Loading your vehicle

WARNING

. Never allow passengers to ride

on a folded rear seatback, in the
cargo area. Doing so may result
in serious injury.

. Never stack luggage or other

cargo higher than the top of the
seatback because it could tumble
forward and injure passengers in
the event of a sudden stop or
accident. Keep luggage or cargo
low, as close to the floor as
possible.

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Driving tips/Loading your vehicle

WARNING

. When you carry something inside

the vehicle, secure it whenever
you can to prevent it from being
thrown around inside the vehicle
during sudden stops, sharp turns
or in an accident.

. Do not pile heavy loads on the

roof. These loads raise the vehi-
cle

’s center of gravity and make it

more prone to tip over.

. Secure lengthy items properly to

prevent them from shooting for-
ward and causing serious injury
during a sudden stop.

. Never exceed the maximum load

limit. If you do, some parts on
your vehicle can break, or it can
change the way your vehicle
handles. This could result in loss
of control and cause personal
injury. Also, overloading can
shorten the life of your vehicle.

. Do not place anything on the

extended cargo area cover. Such
items could tumble forward in the
event of a sudden stop or a
collision. This could cause ser-
ious injury.

CAUTION

Do not carry spray cans, containers
with flammable or corrosive liquids
or any other dangerous items inside
the vehicle.

NOTE

For better fuel economy, do not carry
unneeded cargo.

& Vehicle capacity weight

Vehicle placard

The load capacity of your vehicle is
determined by weight, not by available
cargo space. The maximum load you can
carry in your vehicle is shown on the
vehicle placard attached to the driver

’s

side door pillar. It includes the total weight
of the driver and all passengers and their
belongings, any optional equipment such
as a trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier,
etc., and the tongue load of a trailer.

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& GVWR and GAWR (Gross

Vehicle Weight Rating and
Gross Axle Weight Rating)

Certification label

The certification label attached to the
bottom of driver

’s side door pillar shows

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) and
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating).

The GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) must
never exceed the GVWR. GVW is the
combined total of weight of the vehicle,
fuel, driver, all passengers, luggage, any
optional equipment and trailer tongue
load. Therefore, the GVW changes de-
pending on the situation. The GVWR
equals Curb Weight (actual weight of your
vehicle

– including standard equipment,

fluids and emergency tools) plus the

vehicle capacity weight.

In addition, the total weight applied to
each axle (GAW) must never exceed the
GAWR. The front and rear GAWs can be
adjusted by relocating luggage inside the
vehicle.
Even if the total weight of your luggage is
lower than the vehicle capacity weight,
either front or rear GAW may exceed the
GAWR, depending on the distribution of
the luggage.
When possible, the load should be evenly
distributed throughout the vehicle.

If you carry heavy loads in the vehicle, you
should confirm that GVW and front and
rear GAWs are within the GVWR and
GAWR by putting your vehicle on a
vehicle scale, found at a commercial
weighing station.

Do not use replacement tires with a lower
load range than the originals because they
may lower the GVWR and GAWR limita-
tions. Replacement tires with a higher load
range than the originals do not increase
the GVWR and GAWR limitations.

& Roof rail

Roof rail

Crossbar

Cargo can be carried on the roof after
securing the crossbars to the roof rails and
installing an appropriate carrying attach-
ment. When installing crossbars and a
carrying attachment, follow the manufac-
turer

’s instructions. The roof rail system is

designed to carry loads (cargo, crossbars
and carrying attachment) of no more than
150 lbs (68 kg). Be sure not to exceed
your vehicle

’s GVWR and GAWR.

CAUTION

. When using a carrying attache-

ment, make sure that the total
carrying load of the cargo, cross-

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Driving tips/Trailer towing

bars and carrying attachement
does not exceed 150 lbs (68 kg).
Overloading may cause damage
to the vehicle.

. For cargo carrying purposes, the

roof rails must be used together
with the crossbars and any ap-
propriate carrying attachment
that may be needed. The roof
rails must never be used alone to
carry cargo. Otherwise, damage
to the roof or paint, or a danger-
ous road hazard due to loss of
cargo could result.

NOTE

Remember that the vehicle

’s center of

gravity is altered with the weight of the
load on the roof, thus affecting driving
characteristics.
Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, hard
cornering and abrupt stops. Crosswind
effects will be increased.

Trailer towing

CAUTION

Your vehicle is neither designed nor
intended to be used for trailer tow-
ing. Therefore, never tow a trailer
with your vehicle.

SUBARU assumes no responsibility for
injuries or vehicle damage that may result
from trailer towing, from any trailer towing
equipment or from any errors or omissions
in the instructions accompanying such
equipment. SUBARU warranties do not
apply to vehicle damage or malfunction
caused by trailer towing.

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If you park your vehicle in case of an

emergency ........................................................

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Maintenance tools ...............................................

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Tool locations .....................................................

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In case of a flat tire .............................................

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Emergency flat tire repair ....................................

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Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)

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

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Jump starting .....................................................

9-14

How to jump start...............................................

9-14

Engine overheating ............................................

9-17

If steam is coming from the engine

compartment....................................................

9-17

If no steam is coming from the engine

compartment ...................................................

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Towing ................................................................

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Towing hooks and tie-down hooks/holes ............

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Using a flat-bed truck.........................................

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Towing with all wheels on the ground.................

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Rear gate

– if the rear gate cannot be

opened.............................................................

9-22

Access key

– if access key does not

operate properly .............................................

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Locking and unlocking.......................................

9-23

Switching power status......................................

9-23

Starting hybrid system.......................................

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If your vehicle is involved in an accident ........

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In case of emergency

In case of emergency/If you park your vehicle in case of an emergency

If you park your vehicle in
case of an emergency

The hazard warning flasher should be
used in day or night to warn other drivers
when you have to park your vehicle under
emergency conditions.
Avoid stopping on the road. It is best to
safely pull off the road if a problem occurs.

The hazard warning flasher can be acti-
vated regardless of the ignition switch
position.
Turn on the hazard warning by pushing
the hazard warning flasher switch. Turn it
off by pushing the switch again.

NOTE

When the hazard warning flasher is on,
the turn signals do not work.

Maintenance tools

Your vehicle is equipped with the following
maintenance tools.

. Jack

. Jack handle

. Screwdriver

. Towing hook (eye bolt)

. Wheel nut wrench

& Tool locations

Screwdriver

Jack handle

Towing hook (eye bolt)

Jack

Wheel nut wrench

A jack, jack handle, wheel nut wrench and

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towing hook are stored under the floor of
the cargo area. A screwdriver is stored in
the glove box. The screwdriver can be
stored as shown in the illustration.

To take out the jack:

1. Raise and fold the cargo floor board.

Press the cover lightly

Pull out the cover.

2. Remove the jack cover as shown in
the illustration.

3. Take out the jack.

NOTE

For how to use the jack, refer to

“Replacement procedure” F11-27.

In case of emergency/Maintenance tools

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