Subaru Ascent (2022 year). Manual in english — page 28

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tempt to take its connectors
apart, as this may activate the
system or render it inoperative.
NEVER use a circuit tester for
this wiring. If your SRS airbag or
seatbelt pretensioner needs ser-
vice, consult your nearest
SUBARU dealer.

.

Check the inside of the engine

compartment to see if there are
any cloths and tools left. If they
are left inside, they may be a
cause of malfunction and fire.

NOTE

SUBARU does not endorse the use of
non-SUBARU approved flushing sys-
tems and strongly advises against
performing these services on a
SUBARU vehicle. Non-SUBARU ap-
proved flushing systems use chemi-
cals and/or solvents which have not
been tested or approved by SUBARU.
SUBARU warranties do not cover any
part of the vehicle which is damaged by
adding or applying chemicals and/or
solvents other than those approved or
recommended by SUBARU.

&

Before checking or servicing
in the engine compartment

WARNING

.

Always stop the engine and apply

the parking brake firmly to pre-
vent the vehicle from moving.

.

Always let the engine cool down.

Engine parts become very hot
when the engine is running and
remain hot for some time after the
engine has stopped.

.

Do not spill engine oil, engine

coolant, brake fluid or any other
fluid on hot engine components.
This may cause a fire.

.

When the ignition switch is in the

“ON” position, the cooling fan
may operate suddenly even when
the engine is stopped. If your
body or clothes come into con-
tact with a rotating fan, that could
result in serious injury. To avoid
risk of injury, perform the follow-
ing precautions.

– Models with push-button start

system:
Always turn the push-button
ignition switch to the “OFF”
position and confirm that the

operation indicator on the
switch is turned off. Then take
the access key fob out from
the vehicle.

– Models without push-button

start system:
Always remove the key from
the ignition switch.

.

Before performing any servicing

on a vehicle equipped with a
remote engine start system (a
dealer option), temporarily place
the remote engine start system in
service mode to prevent it from
unexpectedly starting the engine.

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When checking or servicing
in the engine compartment

CAUTION

.

Do not contact the drive belt

cover while checking the compo-
nents in the engine compartment.
Doing so may cause your hand to
slip off the cover and result in an
unexpected injury.

.

Do not touch the oil filter until the

engine has cooled down comple-
tely. Doing so may result in a burn
or other injury. Note that the oil
filter becomes very hot when the
engine is running and remains
hot for some time after the engine
has stopped.

&

When checking or servicing
in the engine compartment
while the engine is running

WARNING

A running engine can be dangerous.
Keep your fingers, hands, clothing,
hair and tools away from the cooling
fan, drive belt and any other moving
engine parts. Removing rings,
watches and ties is advisable.

11-3. Engine hood

CAUTION

.

Be extremely careful not to catch

fingers or other objects when
closing the engine hood.

.

Do not push the hood forcibly to

close it. It could deform the metal.

.

Be extremely careful opening the

engine hood when the wind is
strong. The engine hood could
close suddenly, possibly causing
injuries from slamming.

.

Do not install accessories other

than genuine SUBARU parts to
the engine hood. If the engine
hood becomes too heavy, the
stay may not be able to support
holding it open.

.

Check that the end of the hood

stay is inserted into the slot. If it is
not inserted properly, the hood
may drop and cause injury.

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To open the hood:

1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the
windshield, return them to their original
position.

2. Pull the hood release knob under the
instrument panel.

3. Release the secondary hood release
by moving the lever between the front grille
and the hood toward the left.

1)

Grip

4. Lift up the hood, release the hood prop
from its retainer and put the end of the

hood prop into the slot in the hood. Hold
the grip to handle the hood prop.

To close the hood:

1. Lift the hood slightly and remove the
hood prop from the slot in the hood and
return the prop to its retainer.
2. Lower the hood to a height of approxi-
mately 7.8 to 11.8 in (20 to 30 cm) above its
closed position and then let it drop.
3. After closing the hood, be sure the
hood is securely locked.

If this does not close the hood, release it
from a slightly higher position.

WARNING

Always check that the hood is
properly locked before you start
driving. If it is not, it might fly open
while the vehicle is moving and
block your view, which may cause
an accident and serious bodily in-
jury.

Engine hood

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11-4. Engine compartment overview

1)

Brake fluid reservoir (page 457)

2)

Fuse box (page 473)

3)

Windshield washer tank (page 467)

4)

Battery (page 472)

5)

Engine oil filler cap (page 450)

6)

Radiator cap (page 453)

7)

Engine coolant reservoir (page 453)

8)

Engine oil filter (page 452)

9)

Engine oil level gauge (page 450)

10) Air cleaner case (page 454)

Engine compartment overview

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11-5. Engine oil

CAUTION

.

If the level gauge cannot be

pulled out easily, twist the level
gauge right and left, then gently
pull it out. Otherwise, you may be
injured accidentally straining
yourself.

.

Use only engine oil with the

recommended grade and vis-
cosity.

.

Be careful not to spill engine oil

when adding it. If oil touches the
exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad
smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If
engine oil gets on the exhaust
pipe, be sure to wipe it off.

&

Engine oil consumption

Some engine oil will be consumed while
driving. The rate of consumption can be
affected by such factors as transmission
type, driving style, terrain and tempera-
ture. Under the following conditions, oil
consumption can be increased and may
require refilling between maintenance in-
tervals.

.

When the engine is new and within the

break-in period

.

When the engine oil is of lower quality

.

When the incorrect oil viscosity is used

.

When engine braking is employed

(repeatedly)

.

When the engine is operated at high

engine speeds (for extended periods of
time)

.

When the engine is operated under

heavy loads (for extended periods of time)

.

When towing a trailer

.

When the engine idles for extended

periods of time

.

When the vehicle is operated in stop-

and-go and/or heavy traffic situations

.

When the vehicle is used under severe

thermal conditions

.

When the vehicle accelerates and

decelerates frequently

Under these or similar conditions, you
should check your oil at least every 2nd
fuel fill-up and change your engine oil more
frequently. Different drivers in the same
car may experience different results. If
your oil consumption rate is greater than
expected, contact your authorized
SUBARU dealer who may perform a test
under controlled conditions.

&

Locations of the oil level
gauge, oil filler cap and oil
filter

1)

Oil level gauge

2)

Oil filler cap

3)

Oil filter

&

Checking the oil level

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”/
“OFF” position. If you check the oil level
just after turning the ignition switch to the
“LOCK”/“OFF” position, wait for at least 5
minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil
pan before checking the level.

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CAUTION

If the level gauge cannot be pulled
out easily, twist the level gauge right
and left, then gently pull it out.
Otherwise, you may be injured acci-
dentally straining yourself.

2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean,
and insert it again.

3. Be sure the level gauge is correctly
inserted until it stops.

1)

Full level

2)

Low level

3)

Approximately 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp
qt) from low level to full level

4. Pull out the oil level gauge again.
5. Check the oil levels on both sides of the
level gauge. The engine oil level must be
judged by the lowest of the two levels. If
the oil level is below the low level mark,
add oil so that the full level is reached.

CAUTION

.

Be careful not to touch the engine

oil filter when removing the oil
filler cap. Doing so may result in a
burn, a pinched finger, or may
cause some other injury.

.

Use only engine oil with the

recommended grade and vis-
cosity.

.

Be careful not to spill engine oil

when adding it. If oil touches the
exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad
smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If
engine oil gets on the exhaust
pipe, be sure to wipe it off.

To add engine oil, remove the engine oil
filler cap and slowly pour engine oil
through the filler neck. After pouring oil
into the engine, you must use the level
gauge to confirm that the oil level is
correct.

NOTE

.

To prevent overfilling the engine oil,

do not add any additional oil above the
upper level when the engine is cold.

.

The engine low oil level warning light

may stay illuminated when the engine
is started straight after topping up or
changing the engine oil. In such cases,
park the vehicle on a level surface and
wait for more than a minute until the oil
level settles, after which the warning
light will turn off. Refer to “Engine low
oil level warning light”

F

P180.

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Changing the oil and oil filter

Change the oil and oil filter according to
the maintenance schedule in the “War-
ranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
The engine oil and oil filter must be
changed more frequently than listed in
the maintenance schedule when driving
on dusty roads, when short trips are
frequently made, or when driving in ex-
tremely cold weather.

NOTE

.

Changing the engine oil and oil filter

should be performed by a well-trained
expert. Contact your SUBARU dealer
for changing the engine oil and oil filter.
Fully trained mechanics are on standby
at a SUBARU dealer to utilize the
special tools, spare parts and recom-
mended oil for this work, and also, used
oils are properly disposed of.

.

If performing oil replacement your-

self, observe the local regulations and
dispose of waste oil properly.

&

Recommended grade and
viscosity

CAUTION

Use only engine oil with the recom-
mended grade and viscosity.

Refer to “Engine oil”

F

P486.

NOTE

Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects
fuel economy. Oils of lower viscosity
provide better fuel economy. However,
in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is
required to properly lubricate the en-
gine.

&

Synthetic oil

You should use synthetic engine oil that
meets the same requirements given for
conventional engine oil. When using syn-
thetic oil, you must use oil of the same
classification, viscosity and grade shown
in this Owner’s Manual. Refer to “Engine
oil”

F

P486. Also, you must follow the oil

and filter changing intervals shown in the
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.

NOTE

Synthetic oil of the grade and viscosity
noted in chapter 12 is the recom-
mended engine oil for optimum engine
performance. Conventional oil may be
used if synthetic oil is unavailable.

11-6. Cooling system

&

Safety precautions

WARNING

Never remove the radiator cap until
the engine has been shut off and has
cooled down completely. Since the
coolant is under pressure, you may
suffer serious burns from a spray of
boiling hot coolant when the cap is
removed.

CAUTION

.

Vehicles are filled at the factory

with SUBARU SUPER COOLANT
that does not require the first
change for 11 years/137,500
miles (11 years/220,000 km). This
coolant should not be mixed with
any other brand or type of cool-
ant during this period. Mixing
with a different coolant will re-
duce the life of the coolant. When
necessary add up the coolant for
any reason, use only SUBARU
SUPER COOLANT.

If SUBARU SUPER COOLANT is
diluted with another brand or

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type, the maintenance interval is
shortened to that of the mixing
coolant.

.

Do not splash the engine coolant

over painted parts. The alcohol
contained in the engine coolant
may damage the paint surface.

&

Cooling fan, hose and con-
nections

Your vehicle employs an electric cooling
fan which is thermostatically controlled to
operate when the engine coolant reaches
a specific temperature.

1)

Normal operating range

If the radiator cooling fan does not operate
even when the engine coolant tempera-

ture gauge exceeds the normal operating
range, the cooling fan circuit may be
defective. Refer to “Engine coolant tem-
perature gauge”

F

P172.

Check the fuse and replace it if necessary.
Refer to “Fuses”

F

P473.

If the fuse is not blown, have the cooling
system checked by your SUBARU dealer.

If the frequent addition of coolant is
necessary between vehicle service visits,
it is recommended that you have your
vehicle inspected by an authorized
SUBARU dealer to check for leaks, da-
mage, or looseness.

&

Engine coolant

!

Checking the coolant level

WARNING

Never remove the radiator cap until
the engine has been shut off and has
cooled down completely. Since the
coolant is under pressure, you may
suffer serious burns from a spray of
boiling hot coolant when the cap is
removed.

1)

“FULL” level mark

2)

“LOW” level mark

Check the coolant level at each fuel stop.
1. Check the coolant level on the outside
of the reservoir while the engine is cool.
2. If the level is close to or lower than the
“LOW” level mark, add coolant up to the
“FULL” level mark. If the reserve tank is
empty, remove the radiator cap and refill
coolant up to just below the filler neck as
shown in the following illustration.

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1)

Fill up to this level.

3. After refilling the reserve tank and the
radiator, reinstall the cap and check that
the rubber gaskets inside the radiator cap
are in the proper position.

CAUTION

.

Be careful not to spill engine

coolant when adding it. If coolant
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or
a fire. If engine coolant gets on
the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe
it off.

.

Do not splash the engine coolant

over painted parts. The alcohol
contained in the engine coolant
may damage the paint surface.

!

Changing the coolant

It may be difficult to change the coolant.
Have the coolant changed by your
SUBARU dealer if necessary.

The coolant should be changed according
to the maintenance schedule in the “War-
ranty and Maintenance Booklet”.

11-7. Air cleaner element

WARNING

Do not operate the engine with the
air cleaner element removed. The air
cleaner element not only filters in-
take air but also stops flames if the
engine backfires. If the air cleaner
element is not installed when the
engine backfires, you could be
burned.

CAUTION

When replacing the air cleaner ele-
ment, use a genuine SUBARU air
cleaner element. If it is not used, it
will cause a negative effect to the
engine.

The air cleaner element functions as a filter
screen. When the element is perforated or
removed, engine wear will be excessive
and engine life shortened.

It is not necessary to clean or wash the air
cleaner element.

Air cleaner element

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&

Replacing the air cleaner ele-
ment

Replace the air cleaner element according
to the maintenance schedule in the “War-
ranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Under
extremely dusty conditions, replace it
more frequently. It is recommended that
you always use genuine SUBARU parts.

1)

Clips

1. Unsnap the two clips holding the air
cleaner case (rear).
2. Open the air cleaner case and pull the
cover rearward while lifting it up.

3. Remove the air cleaner element.
4. Clean the inside of the air cleaner case
(both front and rear) with a damp cloth and
install a new air cleaner element.

5. To install the air cleaner case (rear),
insert the three projections on the air

cleaner case (rear) into the slits on the air
cleaner case (front).
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE

Install the air cleaner element so that
the surface with “UPR” printed on it
faces upward.

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11-8. Spark plugs

It may be difficult to replace the spark
plugs. It is recommended that you have the
spark plugs replaced by your SUBARU
dealer.

The spark plugs should be replaced
according to the maintenance schedule
in the “Warranty and Maintenance Book-
let”.

CAUTION

Make sure the cables are replaced in
the correct order.

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Recommended spark plugs

For the recommended spark plugs, refer to
“Electrical system”

F

P490.

11-9. Drive belt

It is unnecessary to check the deflection of
the drive belt periodically because your
engine is equipped with an automatic belt
tension adjuster. However, replacement of
the belt should be done according to the
maintenance schedule in the “Warranty
and Maintenance Booklet”. Consult your
SUBARU dealer for replacement.
If the drive belt is loose, cracked or worn,
contact your SUBARU dealer.

11-10. Continuously variable
transmission fluid

It is not necessary to check the transmis-
sion fluid level. Check that there are no
cracks, damage or leakage. However, the
fluid inspection should be performed ac-
cording to the maintenance schedule in
the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
Consult your SUBARU dealer for details.

Spark plugs

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11-11. Front differential gear
oil and rear differential gear
oil

It is not necessary to check the gear oil
level. Check that there are no cracks,
damage or leakage. However, the oil
inspection should be performed according
to the maintenance schedule in the “War-
ranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Consult
your SUBARU dealer for details.

&

Recommended grade and
viscosity

Each oil manufacturer has its own base
oils and additives. Never use different
brands together. For details, refer to “Front
differential and rear differential gear oil”

F

P488.

CAUTION

Using a differential gear oil other
than the specified oil may cause a
decline in vehicle performance.

11-12. Brake fluid

&

Checking the fluid level

WARNING

.

Never let brake fluid contact your

eyes because brake fluid can be
harmful to your eyes. If brake
fluid gets in your eyes, immedi-
ately flush them thoroughly with
clean water. For safety, when
performing this work, wearing
eye protection is advisable.

.

Brake fluid absorbs moisture

from the air. Any absorbed moist-
ure can cause a dangerous loss
of braking performance.

.

If the vehicle requires frequent

refilling, there may be a leak. If
you suspect a problem, have the
vehicle checked at your SUBARU
dealer.

CAUTION

.

When adding brake fluid, be care-

ful not to allow any dirt into the
reservoir.

.

Never splash the brake fluid over

painted surfaces or rubber parts.

Alcohol contained in the brake
fluid may damage them.

.

Be careful not to spill brake fluid

when adding it. If brake fluid
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or
a fire. If brake fluid gets on the
exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it
off.

1)

“MAX” level line

2)

“MIN” level line

A)

The brake fluid level must be checked in
this area.

Check the fluid level monthly.
Check the fluid level on the outside of the
reservoir. Be sure to check the fluid level
for the brake system at the

shaded area in

the illustration

.

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If the fluid level is below “MIN”, add the
recommended brake fluid to “MAX”. Use
only brake fluid from a sealed container.

&

Recommended brake fluid

Refer to “Fluids”

F

P489.

CAUTION

Never use different brands of brake
fluid together. Also, avoid mixing
DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids even if
they are the same brand.

11-13. Brake booster

The brake booster utilizes the vacuum
produced by the engine manifold to reduce
the force required to depress the brake
pedal.
The vacuum in the brake booster may be
insufficient if the brake pedal is depressed
when the engine is stopped or after the
vehicle has been parked for a long period
of time. It such cases, it is necessary to
depress the brake pedal using greater
force than usual.

11-14. Brake pedal

Check the brake pedal free play and
reserve distance according to the main-
tenance schedule in the “Warranty and
Maintenance Booklet”.

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11-15. Replacement of brake
pad

The disc brakes have audible wear in-
dicators on the brake pads. If the brake
pads wear close to their service limit, the
wear indicator makes a very audible
scraping noise when the brake pedal is
applied.

If you hear this scraping noise each time
you apply the brake pedal, have the brake
pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as
soon as possible.

CAUTION

If you continue to drive despite the
scraping noise from the audible
brake pad wear indicator, it will
result in the need for costly brake
rotor repair or replacement.

&

Breaking-in of new brake
pads

When replacing the brake pad, use only
genuine SUBARU parts. After replace-
ment, the new parts must be broken in.
Contact your SUBARU dealer for details.

11-16. Tires and wheels

&

Types of tires

You should be familiar with the type of tires
present on your vehicle.

!

All season tires

All season tires are designed to provide an
adequate measure of traction, handling
and braking performance in year-round
driving including snowy and icy road
conditions. However, all season tires do
not offer as much traction performance as
winter (snow) tires in heavy or loose snow
or on icy roads.
All season tires are identified by “ALL
SEASON” and/or “M+S” (Mud & Snow) on
the tire sidewall.

!

Summer tires

Summer tires are high-speed capability
tires best suited for highway driving under
dry conditions.
Summer tires are inadequate for driving on
slippery roads such as on snow-covered or
icy roads.
If you drive your vehicle on snow-covered
or icy roads, we strongly recommend the
use of winter (snow) tires.
When installing winter tires, be sure to
replace all four tires.

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!

Winter (snow) tires

Winter tires are best suited for driving on
snow-covered and icy roads. However,
winter tires do not perform as well as
summer tires and all season tires on roads
other than snow-covered and icy roads.

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Tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) (if equipped)

The tire pressure monitoring system pro-
vides the driver with a warning message by
sending a signal from a sensor that is
installed in each wheel when tire pressure
is severely low. The tire pressure monitor-
ing system will activate only when the
vehicle is driven. Also, this system may not
react immediately to a sudden drop in tire
pressure (for example, a blow-out caused
by running over a sharp object).

If you adjust the tire pressures in a warm
garage and will then drive the vehicle in
cold outside air, the resulting drop in tire
pressures may cause the low tire pressure
warning light to illuminate. To avoid this
problem when adjusting the tire pressures
in a warm garage, inflate the tires to
pressures higher than those shown on
the tire inflation pressure label. Specifi-
cally, inflate them by an extra 1 psi (6.9
kPa, 0.07 kgf/cm

2

) for every difference of

10

8

F (5.6

8

C) between the temperature in

the garage and the temperature outside.
By way of example, the following table
shows the required tire pressures that
correspond to various outside tempera-
tures when the temperature in the garage
is 60

8

F (15.6

8

C).

Example:

Tire size: 245/50R20 102H
Standard tire pressures:
Front: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm

2

)

Rear: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm

2

)

Garage temperature: 60

8

F (15.6

8

C)

Outside

temperature

Adjusted pressure

[psi (kPa, kgf/cm

2

)]

Front

Rear

30

8

F (−1

8

C)

36 (250, 2.5)

10

8

F (−12

8

C)

38 (265, 2.65)

−10

8

F (−23

8

C)

41 (280, 2.8)

If the low tire pressure warning light
illuminates when you drive the vehicle in
cold outside air after adjusting the tire
pressures in a warm garage, re-adjust the
tire pressures using the method described
above. Then, increase the vehicle speed
to at least 20 mph (32 km/h) and check to
see that the low tire pressure warning light
turns off a few minutes later. If the low tire
pressure warning light does not turn off,
the tire pressure monitoring system may
not be functioning normally. In this event,

go to a SUBARU dealer to have the
system inspected as soon as possible.

While the vehicle is driven, friction be-
tween tires and the road surface causes
the tires to warm up. After illumination of
the low tire pressure warning light, any
increase in the tire pressures caused by an
increase in the outside air temperature or
by an increase in the temperature in the
tires can cause the low tire pressure
warning light to turn off.

To register newly fitted TPMS valves on
the replacement wheels (when switching
to snow tires, for example), drive for
several minutes at a speed of 25 mph (40
km/h) or higher.

It may not be possible to install TPMS
valves on certain wheels that are on the
market. Therefore, if you change the
wheels (for example, a switch to snow
tires), use wheels that have the same part
number as the standard-equipment
wheels. Without four operational TPMS
valve/sensors on the wheels, the TPMS
will not fully function and the warning light
on the combination meter will illuminate
steadily after blinking for approximately 1
minute.

When a tire is replaced, adjustments are
necessary to ensure continued normal

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operation of the tire pressure monitoring
system. Therefore, as with wheel replace-
ment, you should have the work performed
by a SUBARU dealer.

WARNING

If the low tire pressure warning light
does not illuminate briefly after the
ignition switch is turned ON or the
light illuminates steadily after blink-
ing for approximately 1 minute, you
should have your tire pressure mon-
i t o r i n g s y s t e m c h e c k e d a t a
SUBARU dealer as soon as possi-
ble.

If this light illuminates while driving,
never brake suddenly and keep
driving straight ahead while gradu-
ally reducing speed. Then slowly
pull off the road to a safe place.
Otherwise, an accident involving
serious vehicle damage and serious
personal injury could occur.

If this light still illuminates while
driving after adjusting the tire pres-
sure, a tire may have significant
damage and a fast leak that causes
the tire to lose air rapidly. If you have
a flat tire, replace it with a spare tire
as soon as possible.

When a spare tire is mounted or a

wheel rim is replaced without the
original pressure sensor/transmitter
being transferred, the low tire pres-
sure warning light will illuminate
steadily after blinking for approxi-
mately 1 minute. This indicates the
TPMS is unable to monitor all four
road wheels. Contact your SUBARU
dealer as soon as possible for tire
and sensor replacement and/or sys-
tem resetting. If the light illuminates
steadily after blinking for approxi-
mately 1 minute, promptly contact a
SUBARU dealer to have the system
inspected.

&

Tire inspection

Check on a daily basis that the tires
are free from serious damage,
nails, and stones. At the same time,
check the tires for abnormal wear.
Contact your SUBARU dealer im-
mediately if you find any problems.

NOTE

.

When the wheels and tires

strike curbs or are subjected to
harsh treatment as when the
vehicle is driven on a rough

surface, they can suffer damage
that cannot be seen with the
naked eye. This type of damage
does not become evident until
time has passed. Try not to drive
over curbs, potholes or on other
rough surfaces. If doing so is
unavoidable, keep the vehicle’s
speed down to a walking pace or
less, and approach the curbs as
squarely as possible. Also, make
sure the tires are not pressed
against the curb when you park
the vehicle.

.

If you feel unusual vibration

while driving or find it difficult to
steer the vehicle in a straight line,
one of the tires and/or wheels
may be damaged. Drive slowly to
the nearest authorized SUBARU
dealer and have the vehicle in-
spected.

&

Tire pressures and wear

Maintaining the correct tire pres-
sures helps to maximize the tires’
service lives and is essential for

– CONTINUED –

Tires and wheels

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Maintenance

and

service

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