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北米Model "A2490BE-B" EDITED: 2012/ 7/ 6

If you park your vehicle in an emergency......... 9-2Temporary spare tire........................................... 9-2Maintenance tools ............................................... 9-3

Legacy................................................................ 9-4Outback .............................................................. 9-5

Flat tires............................................................... 9-6Changing a flat tire.............................................. 9-6Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)(if equipped)...................................................... 9-9

Jump starting ..................................................... 9-10How to jump start............................................... 9-11

Engine overheating ............................................ 9-13If steam is coming from the enginecompartment.................................................... 9-13

If no steam is coming from the enginecompartment.................................................... 9-13

Towing ................................................................ 9-14Towing and tie-down hooks/holes ...................... 9-14Using a flat-bed truck......................................... 9-16Towing with all wheels on the ground................. 9-17

Electronic parking brake – if the electronicparking brake cannot be released................. 9-17

Access key – if access key does notoperate properly ............................................. 9-20Locking and unlocking....................................... 9-20Switching power ................................................ 9-20Starting engine .................................................. 9-21

Trunk lid (Legacy) – if the trunk lid cannotbe opened ....................................................... 9-21

Rear gate (Outback) – if the rear gatecannot be unlocked........................................ 9-22

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9-2 In case of emergency

If you park your vehicle in anemergency

The hazard warning flasher should beused in day or night to warn other driverswhen you have to park your vehicle underemergency conditions.Avoid stopping on the road. It is best tosafely pull off the road if a problem occurs.

The hazard warning flasher can be acti-vated regardless of the ignition switchposition.Turn on the hazard warning by pressingthe hazard warning flasher switch. Turn itoff by pressing the switch again.

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

Temporary spare tire

WARNING

. Never tow a trailer when thetemporary spare tire is used.The temporary spare tire is notdesigned to sustain the towingload. Use of the temporary sparetire when towing can result infailure of the spare tire and/orless stability of the vehicle andmay lead to an accident.

. When a spare tire is mounted or awheel rim is replaced without theoriginal pressure sensor/trans-mitter being transferred, the lowtire pressure warning light willilluminate steadily after blinkingfor approximately one minute.This indicates the tire pressuremonitoring system (TPMS) is un-able to monitor all four roadwheels. Contact your SUBARUdealer as soon as possible fortire and sensor replacement and/or system resetting.

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CAUTION

Never use any temporary spare tireother than the original. Using othersizes may result in severe mechan-ical damage to the drive train of yourvehicle.

The temporary spare tire is smaller andlighter than a conventional tire and isdesigned for emergency use only. Re-move the temporary spare tire and re-install the conventional tire as soon aspossible because the spare tire is de-signed only for temporary use.

Check the inflation pressure of the tem-porary spare tire periodically to keep thetire ready for use. The correct pressure is60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm2).

When using the temporary spare tire, notethe following precautions.. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).. Do not put a tire chain on the temporaryspare tire. Because of the smaller tire size,a tire chain will not fit properly.. Do not use two or more temporaryspare tires at the same time.. Do not drive over obstacles. This tirehas a smaller diameter, so road clearanceis reduced.

1) Tread wear indicator bar2) Indicator location mark

. When the wear indicator appears onthe tread, replace the tire.. The temporary spare tire must be usedonly on a rear wheel. If a front wheel tiregets punctured, replace the wheel with arear wheel and install the temporary sparetire in place of the removed rear wheel.

Maintenance tools

Your vehicle is equipped with the followingmaintenance tools.. Jack. Jack handle. Screwdriver. Towing hook (eye bolt) (if equipped). Wheel nut wrench. Electronic parking brake release tool. Torque wrench (Outback)

CAUTION

The torque wrench is designed to beused only when changing the posi-tion of the crossbar. Do not use thetorque wrench in other cases. Other-wise, the torque wrench may bedeformed.

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& Legacy

1) Under-floor storage compartment (Referto “Under-floor storage compartment”F6-17.)

2) Electronic parking brake release tool3) Jack handle4) Spare tire

5) Tool bucket

1) Wheel nut wrench2) Screwdriver3) Jack4) Towing hook (eye bolt) (if equipped)

The jack handle is stored on the back of

the floor cover of the trunk. The electronicparking brake release tool is stored underthe floor of the trunk. The other tools arestored in the tool bucket that is located inthe recess of the spare tire wheel.For the method to use the jack, refer to“Flat tires” F9-6.For the method to use the electronicparking brake release tool, refer to “Elec-tronic parking brake – if the electronicparking brake cannot be released” F9-17.

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& Outback

1) Under-floor storage compartment (Referto “Under-floor storage compartment”F6-17.)

2) Electronic parking brake release tool3) Jack handle4) Spare tire

5) Tool bucket

1) Wheel nut wrench2) Torque wrench3) Screwdriver4) Jack5) Towing hook (eye bolt) (if equipped)

The jack handle is stored under the cargoarea. The electronic parking brake releasetool is stored under the floor of the cargoarea. The other tools are stored in the toolbucket that is located in the recess of thespare tire wheel.For the method to use the jack, refer to“Flat tires” F9-6.For the method to use the electronicparking brake release tool, refer to “Elec-tronic parking brake – if the electronicparking brake cannot be released” F9-17.


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Flat tires

If you have a flat tire while driving, neverbrake suddenly; keep driving straightahead while gradually reducing speed.Then slowly pull off the road to a safeplace.

& Changing a flat tire

WARNING

. Do not jack up the vehicle on anincline or a loose road surface.The jack can come out of thejacking point or sink into theground and this can result in aserious accident.

. Use only the jack provided withyour vehicle. The jack suppliedwith the vehicle is designed onlyfor changing a tire. Never getunder the vehicle while support-ing the vehicle with this jack.

. Always turn off the engine beforeraising the flat tire off the groundusing the jack. Never swing orpush the vehicle supported withthe jack. The jack can come outof the jacking point due to a joltand this can result in a seriousaccident.

1. Park on a hard, level surface, when-ever possible, then stop the engine.2. Apply the parking brake and shift theshift lever in reverse (MT models) or theselect lever in the “P” (Park) position (ATand CVT models).3. Turn on the hazard warning flasherand have everyone get out of the vehicle.

4. Put wheel blocks at the front and rearof the tire diagonally opposite the flat tire.

5. Take out the jack, jack handle andwheel nut wrench.The tools and the spare tire are storedunder the floor of the trunk (Legacy) or thecargo area (Outback). Refer to “Mainte-nance tools” F9-3.

NOTEMake sure that the jack is well lubri-cated before using it.

Legacy

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Outback

6. Take out the tool bucket and turn theattaching bolt counterclockwise, then takethe spare tire out.

NOTEIf the spare tire provided in your vehicleis a temporary spare tire, carefully read“Temporary spare tire” F9-2 andstrictly follow the instructions.

7. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheelnut wrench but do not remove the nuts.

8. Place the jack under the side sill at thefront or rear jack-up point closest to the flattire.

Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jackhead engages firmly into the jack-up point.

9. Insert the jack handle into the jack-screw, and turn the handle until the tireclears the ground. Do not raise the vehiclehigher than necessary.


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10. Remove the wheel nuts and the flattire.

11. Before putting the spare tire on, cleanthe mounting surface of the wheel and hubwith a cloth.12. Put on the spare tire. Replace the

wheel nuts. Tighten them by hand.

WARNING

Do not use oil or grease on thewheel studs or nuts when the sparetire is installed. This could cause thenuts to become loose and lead to anaccident.

13. Turn the jack handle counterclockwiseto lower the vehicle.

14. Use the wheel nut wrench to securelytighten the wheel nuts to the specifiedtorque, following the tightening order in theillustration.For the wheel nut tightening torque, referto “Tires” F12-9. Never use your foot onthe wheel nut wrench or a pipe extension

on the wrench because you may exceedthe specified torque. Have the wheel nuttorque checked at the nearest automotiveservice facility.

Models with P205/60R16 tires

Others

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15. Store the flat tire in the spare tirecompartment.Put the spacer and tighten the attachingbolt firmly.Also store the jack and jack handle in theirstorage locations.

WARNING

Never place a tire or tire changingtools in the passenger compartmentafter changing wheels. In a suddenstop or collision, loose equipmentcould strike occupants and causeinjury. Store the tire and all tools inthe proper place.

& Tire pressure monitoringsystem (TPMS) (if equipped)

Low tire pressure warning light (type A)

Low tire pressure warning light (type B)

The tire pressure monitoring system pro-vides the driver with the warning message

indicated by sending a signal from asensor that is installed in each wheelwhen tire pressure is severely low.The tire pressure monitoring system willactivate only when the vehicle is driven.Also, this system may not react immedi-ately to a sudden drop in tire pressure (forexample, a blow-out caused running overa sharp object).

WARNING

If the low tire pressure warning lightilluminates while driving, neverbrake suddenly and keep drivingstraight ahead while gradually redu-cing speed. Then slowly pull off theroad to a safe place. Otherwise anaccident involving serious vehicledamage and serious personal injurycould occur.

Check the pressure for all four tiresand adjust the pressure to the COLDtire pressure shown on the vehicleplacard on the door pillar on thedriver’s side. If this light still illumi-nates while driving after adjustingthe tire pressure, a tire may havesignificant damage and a fast leakthat causes the tire to lose airrapidly. If you have a flat tire, replaceit with a spare tire as soon as


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possible.

When a spare tire is mounted or awheel rim is replaced without theoriginal pressure sensor/transmitterbeing transferred, the low tire pres-sure warning light will illuminatesteadily after blinking for approxi-mately one minute. This indicatesthe TPMS is unable to monitor allfour road wheels. Contact yourSUBARU dealer as soon as possiblefor tire and sensor replacement and/or system resetting.

Do not inject any tire liquid oraerosol tire sealant into the tires,as this may cause a malfunction ofthe tire pressure sensors.

If the light illuminates steadily afterblinking for approximately one min-ute, promptly contact a SUBARUdealer to have the system inspected.

Jump starting

WARNING

. Battery fluid is SULFURIC ACID.Do not let it come in contact withthe eyes, skin, clothing or thevehicle.

If battery fluid gets on you,thoroughly flush the exposedarea with water immediately. Getmedical help if the fluid hasentered your eyes.

If battery fluid is accidentallyswallowed, immediately drink alarge amount of milk or water,and obtain immediate medicalhelp.

Keep everyone including chil-dren away from the battery.

. The gas generated by a batteryexplodes if a flame or spark isbrought near it. Do not smoke orlight a match while jump starting.

. Never attempt jump starting if thedischarged battery is frozen. Itcould cause the battery to burstor explode.

. Whenever working on or arounda battery, always wear suitable

eye protectors, and remove metalobjects such as rings, bands orother metal jewelry.

. Be sure the jumper cables andclamps on them do not haveloose or missing insulation.

. Do not jump start unless cablesin suitable condition are avail-able.

. A running engine can be danger-ous. Keep your fingers, hands,clothing, hair and tools awayfrom the cooling fan, belts andany other moving engine parts.Removing rings, watches andties is advisable.

. Jump starting is dangerous if it isdone incorrectly. If you are un-sure about the proper procedurefor jump starting, consult a com-petent mechanic.

When your vehicle does not start due to arun down (discharged) battery, the vehiclemay be jump started by connecting yourbattery to another battery (called thebooster battery) with jumper cables.

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& How to jump start1. Make sure the booster battery is 12volts and the negative terminal isgrounded.2. If the booster battery is in anothervehicle, do not let the two vehicles touch.3. Turn off all unnecessary lights andaccessories.4. Connect the jumper cables exactly inthe sequence illustrated.


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1) Connect one jumper cable to the positive(+) terminal on the discharged battery.

2) Connect the other end of the jumpercable to the positive (+) terminal of thebooster battery.

3) Connect one end of the other cable to thenegative (−) terminal of the boosterbattery.

4) Connect the other end of the cable to thestrut mounting nut.

Make sure that the cables are not nearany moving parts and that the cableclamps are not in contact with any othermetal.

5. Start the engine of the vehicle with thebooster battery and run it at moderatespeed. Then start the engine of the vehiclethat has the discharged battery.6. When finished, carefully disconnectthe cables in exactly the reverse order.

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Engine overheating

WARNING

Never attempt to remove the radia-tor cap until the engine has beenshut off and has fully cooled down.When the engine is hot, the coolantis under pressure. Removing thecap while the engine is still hotcould release a spray of boiling hotcoolant, which could burn you veryseriously.

If the engine overheats, pull off the roadsafely and stop the vehicle in a safe place.

& If steam is coming from theengine compartment

Turn off the engine and get everyoneaway from the vehicle until it cools down.

& If no steam is coming fromthe engine compartment

NOTEFor details about how to check thecoolant level or how to add coolant,refer to “Engine coolant” F11-16.

1. Keep the engine running at idlingspeed.

2. Open the hood to ventilate the enginecompartment. Refer to “Engine hood”F11-7.Confirm that the cooling fan is turning. Ifthe fan is not turning, immediately turn offthe engine and contact your authorizeddealer for repair.3. After the engine coolant temperaturehas dropped, turn off the engine.If any of the following conditions occur,turn off the engine.

. The temperature gauge stays in theoverheated zone (if equipped). Referto “Temperature gauge (models withtype A combination meter)” F3-11.. The coolant temperature high warn-ing light remains illuminated (ifequipped). Refer to “Coolant tempera-ture low indicator light/Coolant tem-perature high warning light” F3-16.

4. After the engine has fully cooled down,check the coolant level in the reservetank.If the coolant level is below the “LOW”mark, add coolant up to the “FULL” mark.5. If there is no coolant in the reservetank, add coolant to the reserve tank.Then remove the radiator cap and fill theradiator with coolant.

If you remove the radiator cap from a hotradiator, first wrap a thick cloth around the

radiator cap, then turn the cap counter-clockwise slowly without pressing downuntil it stops. Release the pressure fromthe radiator. After the pressure has beenfully released, remove the cap by pressingdown and turning it.


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Towing

WARNING

Never tow AWD vehicles (includingAT, MT and CVT) with the frontwheels raised off the ground whilethe rear wheels are on the ground,or with the rear wheels raised off theground while the front wheels are onthe ground. This will cause thevehicle to spin away due to theoperation or deterioration of thecenter differential.

If towing is necessary, it is best done byyour SUBARU dealer or a commercialtowing service. Observe the followingprocedures for safety.

& Towing and tie-down hooks/holes

The towing hooks should be used only inan emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehiclefrom mud, sand or snow).

CAUTION

. Use only the specified towinghooks and tie-down hooks/holes.Never use suspension parts orother parts of the body for towingor tie-down purposes.

. Never use the tie-down hole clo-sest to the muffler under thevehicle for towing purposes.

. To prevent deformation to thebumper and the towing hook, donot apply excessive lateral loadto the towing hooks.

Front towing hook:1. Take out the towing hook and screw-driver from the on board tool bucket. Takeout the jack handle from the trunk (Le-gacy) or cargo area (Outback).

2. Pry off the cover on the front bumperusing a screwdriver, and you will find athreaded hole for attaching the towinghook.

3. Screw the towing hook into thethreaded hole until the threads can no

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longer be seen.

4. Tighten the towing hook securelyusing the jack handle.

After towing, remove the towing hook fromthe vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket.Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper.

WARNING

. Do not use the towing hookexcept when towing your vehicle.

. Be sure to remove the towinghook after towing. Leaving thetowing hook mounted on thevehicle could interfere with prop-er operation of the SRS airbagsystem in a frontal collision.

Rear towing hook:1. Take the towing hook out of the toolbucket and take the screwdriver out of thetool bucket. Take the jack handle out ofthe trunk (Legacy) or cargo area (Out-back).

2. Pry off the cover on the rear bumperusing a screwdriver, and you will find athreaded hole for attaching the towinghook.

3. Screw the towing hook into thethreaded hole until its thread can nolonger be seen.

4. Tighten the towing hook securelyusing the jack handle.


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After towing, remove the towing hook fromthe vehicle and stow it in the tool bucket.Fit the towing hook cover on the bumper.

WARNING

Do not use the towing hook exceptwhen towing your vehicle.

Front tie-down hooks:

The front tie-down hooks are locatedbetween each of the front tires and thefront bumper.

Rear tie-down holes:

1) Rear tie-down hole

The rear tie-down holes are located neareach of the jack-up reinforcements.

WARNING

Use the rear tie-down holes only fordownward anchoring. If they areused to anchor the vehicle in anyother direction, cables may slip outof the holes, possibly causing adangerous situation.

& Using a flat-bed truck

This is the best way to transport yourvehicle. Use the following procedures toensure safe transportation.1. Shift the select lever into the “P”position for AT and CVT models or theshift lever into “1st” for MT models.2. Apply the parking brake.3. Secure the vehicle onto the carrier

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properly with safety chains. Each safetychain should be equally tightened andcare must be taken not to pull the chainsso tightly that the suspension bottoms out.

& Towing with all wheels on theground

WARNING

. Never turn the ignition switch tothe “LOCK”/“OFF” position whilethe vehicle is being towed be-cause the steering wheel and thedirection of the wheels will belocked.

. Remember that the brake boosterand power steering do not func-tion when the engine is not

running. Because the engine isturned off, it will take greatereffort to operate the brake pedaland steering wheel.

CAUTION

. If transmission failure occurs,transport your vehicle on a flat-bed truck.

. Do not run the engine while beingtowed using this method. Trans-mission damage could result ifthe vehicle is towed with theengine running.

. For AT and CVT models, thetraveling speed must be limitedto less than 20 mph (30 km/h) andthe traveling distance to lessthan 31 miles (50 km). For greaterspeeds and distances, transportyour vehicle on a flat-bed truck.

1. Release the parking brake and put thetransmission in neutral.2. The ignition switch should be in the“Acc” position while the vehicle is beingtowed.3. Take up slack in the towline slowly toprevent damage to the vehicle.

Electronic parking brake – ifthe electronic parking brakecannot be released

WARNING

. When the electronic parkingbrake cannot be released, theelectronic parking brake systemmay malfunction. Driving in suchconditions may cause an unex-pected accident. Contact yourSUBARU dealer for inspectionas soon as possible.

. You can release the electronicparking brake by using the elec-tronic parking brake release toolin case of an emergency. How-ever, after releasing the electro-nic parking brake by using theelectronic parking brake releasetool, contact your SUBARU deal-er for inspection as soon aspossible.

. Release the electronic parkingbrake by using the electronicparking brake release tool on alevel road. Otherwise, the vehiclemay move, which could cause anaccident.


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. When releasing the electronicparking brake by using the elec-tronic parking brake release tool,always perform the followingitems.

– Shift the shift lever in the “1”or “R” position (MT models).

– Shift the select lever in the “P”position (AT and CVT models).

– Use tire stops under the tires.

. When releasing the electronicparking brake by using the elec-tronic parking brake release tool,make sure that the ignitionswitch is in the “LOCK”/“OFF”position. Otherwise, the electro-nic parking brake system mayoperate and the electronic park-ing brake release tool may rotateand unexpected accident mayoccur.

CAUTION

. Under certain weather conditions(rain, snow, sandstorm, etc.), donot release the electronic parkingbrake by using the electronicparking brake release tool. Ifwater or dust enters the device,the device may malfunction.

. If the cap cannot be removed,contact your SUBARU dealer forinspection.

. After releasing the electronicparking brake by using the elec-tronic parking brake release tool,make sure that the cap is rein-stalled to the parking brake re-lease device. If the cap is notreinstalled, water or dust entersthe device and the device maymalfunction.

NOTEIt may be difficult to release the elec-tronic parking brake by using theelectronic parking brake release tool.Have your SUBARU dealer release theelectronic parking brake if necessary.

In the event that you cannot release theelectronic parking brake by pulling theelectronic parking brake switch or bydepressing the accelerator pedal, youcan release the electronic parking brakemanually by using the electronic parkingbrake release tool.1. Shift the shift lever in the “1” or “R”position (MT models) or the select lever inthe “P” position (AT and CVT models).2. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”/“OFF” position.

3. Make sure that the brake systemwarning light and the indicator light onthe parking brake switch have turned off.4. Use tire stops under the tires toprevent the vehicle from moving.5. Take out the electronic parking brakerelease tool. Refer to “Maintenance tools”F9-3.

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6. Insert the electronic parking brakerelease tool into the cap of the parkingbrake release device.7. Remove the cap of the parking brakerelease device by turning the electronicparking brake release tool counterclock-

wise.

8. Break the white film and insert theelectronic parking brake release tool intothe parking brake release device.9. Turn the electronic parking brakerelease tool clockwise approximately 200to 250 rotations.10. To confirm that the electronic parkingbrake is released, shift the shift lever orthe select lever to the “N” position, slightlymove the tire stops and have someonepush the vehicle slightly while you remainin the driver’s seat. If the vehicle moves,the electronic parking brake has beenreleased.11. Readjust the tire stops.12. Reinstall the cap to the parking brakerelease device.

CAUTION

. Do not turn the electronic parkingbrake release tool counterclock-wise or turn it around more than300 times. Doing so may result ina malfunction of the electronicparking brake.

. Do not use electric power tools toturn the electronic parking brakerelease tool. Doing so may resultin a malfunction of the electronicparking brake.


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Access key – if access keydoes not operate properly

CAUTION

Keep metallic objects, magneticsources and signal transmittersaway from the area between theaccess key and the push-buttonignition switch. They may interferewith the communication betweenthe access key and the push-buttonignition switch.

If the locking/unlocking procedures, powerswitch procedures or engine start proce-dures cannot be operated because ofstrong radio signals in the surroundingarea or a low battery condition of theaccess key, perform the following proce-dure. When the battery of the access keyis discharged, replace it with a new one.Refer to “Replacing battery of access key”F11-54.

& Locking and unlocking

1) Knob2) Mechanical key

While pulling the knob of the access key,take out the mechanical key.Lock or unlock the driver’s door with themechanical key in the procedure de-scribed in “Locking and unlocking fromthe outside” F2-6.

NOTEAfter locking or unlocking, be sure toattach the mechanical key back to theaccess key.

& Switching power1. Apply the parking brake.2. Shift the select lever into the “P”

position.3. Depress the brake pedal.

4. Hold the access key with the buttonsfacing you, and touch the push-buttonignition switch with it.When the communication between theaccess key and the vehicle is completed,a chime (ding) will sound. At the sametime, the status of the push-button ignitionswitch changes to either of the following.

. When the keyless access with push-button start system is deactivated:“Acc”. Under other conditions: “ON”

5. When the keyless access with push-button start system is deactivated, pressthe push-button ignition switch with thebrake pedal released. The status of thepush-button ignition switch then changes

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to “ON”.

NOTEIf the power does not switch eventhough the above procedure was fol-lowed precisely, contact your SUBARUdealer.

& Starting engine1. Apply the parking brake.2. Shift the select lever into the “P”position.3. Depress the brake pedal.

4. Hold the access key with the buttonsfacing you, and touch the push-buttonignition switch with it.When the communication between theaccess key and the vehicle is completed,

a chime (ding) will sound. At the sametime, the push-button ignition switch turnsto the “Acc” or “ON” position.5. Within 5 seconds after the push-buttonignition switch turns to the “Acc” or “ON”position, while depressing the brake ped-al, press the push-button ignition switch.

NOTEIf the engine does not start eventhough the above procedure was fol-lowed precisely, contact your SUBARUdealer.

Trunk lid (Legacy) – if thetrunk lid cannot be opened

NOTEIf you open the trunk lid with a keywhile the alarm system is armed, thealarm system is triggered and thevehicle’s horn sounds. In this case,perform any of the following opera-tions.. Press any button on the remotetransmitter.. Insert the key into the ignitionswitch and turn the ignition switch tothe “ON” position.

For details about the alarm system,refer to “Alarm system” F2-25.

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To open the trunk lid, insert the key intothe key cylinder and turn it clockwise.

Rear gate (Outback) – if therear gate cannot be unlocked

In the event that you cannot unlock therear gate by operating the power doorlocking switches, keyless access functionor the remote keyless entry system, youcan unlock it from inside the cargo area.

1. Remove the access cover at thebottom-center of the rear gate trim usingflat-head screwdriver.2. Locate the rear gate lock release leverbehind the rear gate trim panel.

CAUTION

Never operate the rear gate lockrelease lever with your fingers be-cause doing so may cause an injury.

Always use a flat-head screwdriveror a similar tool.

3. To unlock the rear gate, turn the leverto the right position using a flat-headscrewdriver or a similar tool.4. Open the rear gate from outside byraising the rear gate handle.

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In case of emergencystis.subaru.com/proxy/69527/pdf/ownerManual/069527... · & Changing a flat tire WARNING. Do not jack up the vehicle on an incline or a loose road surface. The