Subaru Baja (2006 year). Instruction — part 5

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avoid injuries that can result when the SRS air-
bag contacts an occupant not in proper posi-
tion such as one thrown toward the front of the
vehicle during pre-accident braking.

Do not put any objects over the steering wheel
pad and dashboard. If the SRS frontal airbag
deploys, those objects could interfere with its
proper operation and could be propelled inside
the vehicle and cause injury.

Do not attach accessories to the windshield, or
fit an extra-wide mirror over the rear view mir-
ror. If the SRS airbag deploys, those objects
could become projectiles that could seriously
injure vehicle occupants.

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T Operation

A) Driver’s side
B) Passenger’s side
1) SRS airbags deploy as soon as a collision occurs.
2) After deployment, SRS airbags start to deflate immediately so that the driver’s vision is not obstructed.

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The SRS airbag can function only when the ignition
switch is in the “ON” position.

If the front sub sensors inside the both front fenders
and the impact sensors in the airbag control module
detect a certain predetermined amount of force during
a frontal collision, the control module sends signals to
the frontal airbag modules instructing them to inflate
the SRS frontal airbags. Then both airbag modules
produce gas, which instantly inflates driver’s and pas-
senger’s SRS frontal airbags. After deployment, the
SRS airbags immediately starts to deflate so that the
driver’s vision is not obstructed. The time required
from detecting impact to the deflation of the SRS air-
bag after deployment is shorter than the blink of an
eye.

The front passenger’s SRS frontal airbag deploys to-
gether with driver’s SRS frontal airbag even when no
one occupies the front passenger’s seat.

When the SRS frontal airbags deploy, the driver’s and
front passenger’s seatbelt pretensioners operate at
the same time.

Although it is highly unlikely that the SRS airbag would
activate in a non-accident situation, should it occur,
the SRS airbag will deflate quickly, not obscuring vi-
sion and will not interfere with the driver’s ability to

maintain control of the vehicle.

When the SRS airbag deploys, a sudden, fairly loud
inflation noise will be heard and some smoke will be
released. These occurrences are a normal result of
the deployment. This smoke does not indicate a fire in
the vehicle.

Do not touch the SRS airbag system compo-
nents around the steering wheel and dash-
board with bare hands right after deployment.
Doing so can cause burns because the compo-
nents can be very hot as a result of deployment.

The SRS frontal airbag is designed to deploy in the
event of an accident involving a moderate to severe
frontal collision. It is basically not designed to deploy
in lesser frontal impacts because the necessary pro-
tection can be achieved by the seatbelt alone. Also, it
is basically not designed to deploy in side or rear im-
pacts or in roll-over accidents because deployment of
the SRS frontal airbag would not help the occupant in
those situations. The SRS airbag is designed to func-
tion on a one-time-only basis.

SRS airbag deployment depends on the level of force

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experienced in the passenger compartment during a
collision. That level differs from one type of collision to
another, and it may have no bearing on the visible
damage done to the vehicle itself.

V Examples of accident in which the SRS frontal

airbag will most likely deploy.

A head-on collision against a thick concrete wall at a
vehicle speed of 12 to 19 mph (20 to 30 km/h) or high-
er activates the SRS frontal airbag. The SRS frontal
airbag will also be activated when the vehicle is ex-
posed to a frontal impact similar in fashion and magni-
tude to the collision described above.

V Examples of the types of accidents in which it

is possible that the SRS frontal airbag will de-
ploy.

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The SRS frontal airbag may be activated when the ve-
hicle sustains a hard impact in the undercarriage area
from the road surface (such as when the vehicle
plunges into a deep ditch, is severely impacted or
knocked hard against an obstacle on the road such as
a curb).

V Examples of the types of accidents in which the

SRS frontal airbag is unlikely to deploy.

There are many types of collisions which might not
necessarily require SRS frontal airbag deployment. If
the vehicle strikes an object, such as a telephone pole

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or sign pole, or if it slides under a truck’s load bed, or
if it sustains an oblique offset frontal impact, the SRS
frontal airbag may not deploy depending on the level
of accident forces involved.

V Examples of the types of accidents in which the

SRS frontal airbag will basically not deploy.

The SRS frontal airbag is basically not designed to de-
ploy if the vehicle is struck from the side or from be-
hind, or if it rolls onto its side or roof, or if it is involved

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in a low-speed frontal collision.

1) First impact!
2) Second impact!!

In an accident where the vehicle is impacted more
than once, the SRS frontal airbag deploys only once.
Example: In the case of a double collision, first with an-
other vehicle, then against a concrete wall in immedi-
ate succession, once the SRS frontal airbag is activat-
ed on the first impact, it will not be activated on the
second.

„ SRS airbag system monitors

SRS airbag system warning light

A diagnostic system continually monitors the readi-
ness of the SRS airbag system (including front seat-
belt pretensioners) while the vehicle is being driven.
The SRS airbag system warning light “AIRBAG” will
show normal system operation by lighting for approxi-
mately 6 seconds when the ignition switch is turned to
the “ON” position.

The following components are monitored by the indi-
cator:
y Front sub sensor (Right-hand side)

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y Front sub sensor (Left-hand side)
y Airbag control module (including impact sensors)
y Frontal airbag module (Driver’s side)
y Frontal airbag module (Front passenger’s side)
y Seatbelt pretensioner (Driver’s side)
y Seatbelt pretensioner (Front passenger’s side)
y All related wiring

If the warning light exhibits any of the following
conditions, there may be a malfunction in the
seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS airbag sys-
tem. Immediately take your vehicle to your
nearest SUBARU dealer to have the system
checked. Unless checked and properly re-
paired, the seatbelt pretensioners and/or SRS
airbag will not operate properly in the event of
a collision, which may increase the risk of inju-
ry.
y Flashing or flickering of the warning light.
y No illumination of the warning light when the
ignition switch is first turned to the “ON” posi-
tion.
y Continuous illumination of the warning light.
y Illumination of the warning light while driv-

ing.

„ SRS airbag system servicing

y When discarding an airbag module or scrap-
ping the entire vehicle damaged by a collision,
consult your SUBARU dealer.
y The SRS airbag has no user-serviceable
parts. Do not use electrical test equipment on
any circuit related to the SRS airbag system.
For required servicing of the SRS airbag, see
your nearest SUBARU dealer. Tampering with
or disconnecting the system’s wiring could re-
sult in accidental inflation of the SRS airbag or
could make the system inoperative, which may
result in serious injury. The wiring harnesses of
the SRS airbag system are covered with yellow
insulation and system connectors are yellow
for easy identification.

If you need service or repair in areas listed in

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the following, have an authorized SUBARU
dealer perform the work. The SRS airbag con-
trol module, impact sensors and airbag mod-
ules are stored in these areas.
y Under the center console
y Inside each front fender
y Steering wheel and column and nearby areas
y Top of the dashboard on front passenger’s
side and nearby areas
y Inside each center pillar

In the event that the SRS airbag is deployed, re-
placement of the system should be performed
only by an authorized SUBARU dealer. When the
components of the SRS airbag system are re-
placed, use only genuine SUBARU parts.

To ensure their long-term reliability, the SRS airbags
must be inspected by a SUBARU dealer ten years af-
ter the date of manufacture, which is shown on the cer-
tification label attached to the driver’s door.

NOTE

In the following cases, contact your SUBARU deal-
er as soon as possible.
y The front part of the vehicle was involved in an
accident in which the SRS frontal airbags did not

deploy.
y The pad section of the steering wheel or front
passenger’s frontal airbag cover is scratched,
cracked, or otherwise damaged.

„ Precautions against vehicle modifica-

tion

y To avoid accidental activation of the system
or rendering the system inoperative, which may
result in serious injury, no modifications
should be made to any components or wiring of
the SRS airbag system.
This includes following modifications:

y Installation of custom steering wheels
y Attachment of additional trim materials to
the dashboard
y Installation of additional electrical/elec-
tronic equipment such as a mobile two-way
radio on or near the SRS airbag system com-
ponents and/or wiring is not advisable. This
could interfere with proper operation of the
SRS airbag system.

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Do not perform any of the following modifica-
tions. Such modifications can interfere with
proper operation of the SRS airbag system.
y Attachment of any equipment (brush bar,
winches, snow plow, skid plate, etc.) other than
genuine SUBARU accessory parts to the front
end.
y Modification of the suspension system or
front end structure.
y Installation of a tire of different size and con-
struction from the tires specified on the vehicle
placard attached to the driver’s door pillar or
specified for individual vehicle models in this
Owner’s Manual.

Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to in-
stall any accessory parts on your vehicle.

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Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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Key number . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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Door locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Locking and unlocking from the outside . .

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Power door locking switches . . . . . ..

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Remote keyless entry system . . . . . .

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Locking the doors . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Illuminated entry . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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Vehicle finder function . . . . . . . . . .

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Sounding a panic alarm . . . . . . . . ...

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Replacing the battery . . . . . . . . . ...

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Alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Activating and deactivating the alarm

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If you have accidentally triggered the alarm

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Arming the system . . . . . . . . . . .

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Valet mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Passive arming . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

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Tripped sensor identification . . . . . . ...

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Shock sensors (dealer option) . . . . . .

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Child safety locks . . . . . . . . . . .

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Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

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Moonroof (if equipped) . . . . . . . . .

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Sun shade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

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Keys and doors

Keys and doors

Keys

Keys

1) Master key
2) Submaster key
3) Valet key
4) Key number plate

Three types of keys are provided for your vehicle.
Master key, submaster key and valet key.

The master key and submaster key fit all locks on your
vehicle.
y Ignition switch
y Doors
y Glove box

The valet key fits only the ignition switch and door
locks. You can keep glove box locked when you leave
your vehicle and valet key at a parking facility.

Do not attach a large key holder or key case to
either key. If it bangs against your knees while
you are driving, it could turn the ignition switch
from the ON position to the ACC or OFF posi-
tion, thereby stopping the engine.

„ Key number

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Key

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Number

The key number is stamped on the key number plate
attached to the key set. Write down the key number
and keep it in another safe place, not in the vehicle.
This number is needed to make a replacement key if
you lose your key or lock it inside the vehicle.

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Door locks

Door locks

„ Locking and unlocking from the out-

side

To lock the driver’s door from the outside with the key,
insert the key into the keyhole and turn the key toward
the rear. To unlock the door, turn the key toward the
front.

Lift the outside door handle to open an unlocked door.

Locking without the key
1) Rotate the lock lever rearward.
2) Close the door.

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Locking without the key
1) Push the power door locking switch forward.
2) Close the door.

To lock the door from the outside without the key, ro-
tate the lock lever rearward and then close the door.

To lock the door from the outside using the power door
locking switch, push the switch forward (“LOCK” side)
and then close the door. In this case, all closed doors
are locked at the same time.

Always make sure that all doors are locked before
leaving your vehicle.

NOTE

Make sure that you do not leave the key inside the
vehicle before locking the doors from the outside
without the key.

„ Locking and unlocking from the inside

Keep all doors locked when you drive, especial-
ly when small children are in your vehicle.
Along with the proper use of seatbelts and child
restraints, locking the doors reduces the
chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in an
accident.
It also helps prevent passengers from falling
out if a door is accidentally opened, and intrud-
ers from unexpectedly opening doors and en-
tering your vehicle.

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1) Lock
2) Unlock

To lock the door from the inside, rotate the lock lever
rearward. To unlock the door from the inside, rotate
the lock lever forward.

The red mark on the lock lever appears when the door
is unlocked.
Pull the inside door handle to open an unlocked door.
Always make sure that all doors are closed and locked
before starting to drive.

Power door locking switches

Power

Door locking switches

Driver’s switch
1) Lock
2) Unlock

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