Subaru XV Crosstrek Hybrid (2016 year). Instruction — part 1

Warranties

& Warranties for U.S.A.

SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru
of America, Inc. and sold at retail by an
authorized SUBARU dealer in the United
States come with the following warranties:
. SUBARU Limited Warranties

. Federal Emission Control Systems
Warranties
. California Emissions Control Systems
Warranties

All warranty information, including applic-
ability, details of coverage and exclusions,
is in the

“Warranty and Maintenance

Booklet

”. Read these warranties carefully.

& Warranties for Canada

SUBARU vehicles distributed by Subaru
Canada, Inc. and sold at retail by an
authorized SUBARU dealer in Canada
come with the following warranties:
. SUBARU Limited Warranty

. Emission Control System Warranty

All warranty information, including applic-
ability, details of coverage and exclusions,
is in the

“Warranty and Service Booklet”.

Read these warranties carefully.

& Models with HID headlights

CAUTION

High Intensity Discharge (HID) head-
lights contain mercury. For that
reason, it is necessary to remove
HID headlights before vehicle dis-
posal. Once removed, please reuse,
recycle or dispose of the HID head-
lights as hazardous waste.

& Models without HID head-

lights

NOTE

This vehicle does not contain mercury
devices or parts.

How to use this Owner

’s

Manual

& Using your Owner’s Manual

Before you operate your vehicle, carefully
read this manual. To protect yourself and
extend the service life of your vehicle,
follow the instructions in this manual.
Failure to observe these instructions may
result in serious injury and damage to your
vehicle.

This manual is composed of fourteen
chapters. Each chapter begins with a brief
table of contents, so you can usually tell at
a glance if that chapter contains the
information you want.

Chapter 1: Seat, seatbelt and SRS
airbags
This chapter informs you how to use the
seat and seatbelt and contains precau-
tions for the SRS airbags.
Chapter 2: Keys and doors
This chapter informs you how to operate
the keys, locks and windows.
Chapter 3: Instruments and controls
This chapter informs you about the opera-
tion of instrument panel indicators and
how to use the instruments and other
switches.

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Chapter 4: Climate control
This chapter informs you how to operate
the climate control.
Chapter 5: Audio
This chapter informs you how to operate
your audio system.
Chapter 6: Interior equipment
This chapter informs you how to operate
interior equipment.
Chapter 7: Starting and operating
This chapter informs you how to start and
operate your SUBARU.
Chapter 8: Driving tips
This chapter informs you how to drive your
SUBARU in various conditions and ex-
plains some safety tips on driving.
Chapter 9: In case of emergency
This chapter informs you what to do if you
have a problem, such as a flat tire or
engine overheating.
Chapter 10: Appearance care
This chapter informs you how to keep your
SUBARU looking good.
Chapter 11: Maintenance and service
This chapter informs you when you need
to take your SUBARU to the dealer for
scheduled maintenance and informs you
how to keep your SUBARU running
properly.

Chapter 12: Specifications
This chapter informs you about dimen-
sions and capacities of your SUBARU.
Chapter 13: Consumer information and
Reporting safety defects
This chapter informs you about Uniform
tire quality grading standards and Report-
ing safety defects.
Chapter 14: Index
This is an alphabetical listing of all that

’s in

this manual. You can use it to quickly find
something you want to read.

& Safety warnings

You will find a number of WARNINGs,
CAUTIONs and NOTEs in this manual.
These safety warnings alert you to poten-
tial hazards that could result in injury to
you or others.
Please read these safety warnings as well
as all other portions of this manual care-
fully in order to gain a better understand-
ing of how to use your SUBARU vehicle
safely.

WARNING

A WARNING indicates a situation in
which serious injury or death could
result if the warning is ignored.

CAUTION

A CAUTION indicates a situation in
which injury or damage to your
vehicle, or both, could result if the
caution is ignored.

NOTE

A NOTE gives information or sugges-
tions how to make better use of your
vehicle.

& Safety symbol

You will find a circle with a slash through it
in this manual. This symbol means

“Do

not

”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not let this

happen

”, depending upon the context.

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& Abbreviation list

You may find several abbreviations in this
manual. The meanings of the abbrevia-
tions are shown in the following list.

Abbreviation

Meaning

A/C

Air conditioner

ABS

Anti-lock brake system

AKI

Anti knock index

ALR

Automatic locking retractor

AWD

All-wheel drive

BSD/RCTA

Blind Spot Detection/Rear
Cross Traffic Alert

CVT

Continuously variable trans-
mission

DRL

Daytime running light

EBD

Electronic brake force distri-
bution

ELR

Emergency locking retractor

EV

Electric vehicle

GAW

Gross axle weight

GAWR

Gross axle weight rating

GPS

Global positioning system

GVW

Gross vehicle weight

GVWR

Gross vehicle weight rating

HEV

Hybrid electric vehicle

HID

High intensity discharge

Abbreviation

Meaning

INT

Intermittent

LATCH

Lower anchors and tethers for
children

LED

Light emitting diode

MIL

Malfunction indicator light

MMT

Methylcyclopentadienyl man-
ganese tricarbonyl

OBD

On-board diagnostics

RON

Research octane number

SRS

Supplemental restraint sys-
tem

TIN

Tire identification number

TPMS

Tire pressure monitoring sys-
tem

Vehicle symbols

There are some of the symbols you may
see on your vehicle.
For warning and indicator lights, refer to

“Warning and indicator lights” F29.

Mark

Name

WARNING

CAUTION

Read these instructions care-
fully

Wear eye protection

Battery fluid contains sulfuric
acid

Keep children away

Keep flames away

Prevent explosions

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Safety precautions when
driving

& Seatbelt and SRS airbag

WARNING

. All persons in the vehicle should

fasten their seatbelts BEFORE
the vehicle starts to move. Other-
wise, the possibility of serious
injury becomes greater in the
event of a sudden stop or acci-
dent.

. To obtain maximum protection in

the event of an accident, the
driver and all passengers in the
vehicle should always wear seat-
belts when the vehicle is moving.
The SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System) airbag does not do away
with the need to fasten seatbelts.
In combination with the seat-
belts, it offers the best combined
protection in case of a serious
accident.

Not wearing a seatbelt increases
the chance of severe injury or
death in a crash even when the
vehicle has the SRS airbag.

. The SRS airbags deploy with

considerable speed and force.
Occupants who are out of proper
position when the SRS airbag
deploys could suffer very serious
injuries. Because the SRS airbag
needs enough space for deploy-
ment, the driver should always
sit upright and well back in the
seat as far from the steering
wheel as practical while still
maintaining full vehicle control
and the front passenger should
move the seat as far back as
possible and sit upright and well
back in the seat.

For instructions and precautions, carefully
read the following sections.
. For the seatbelt system, refer to “Seat-
belts

” F1-11.

. For the SRS airbag system, refer to

“*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint
System airbag)

” F1-38.

& Child safety

WARNING

. Never hold a child on your lap or

in your arms while the vehicle is
moving. The passenger cannot
protect the child from injury in a
collision, because the child will
be caught between the passen-
ger and objects inside the vehi-
cle.

. While riding in the vehicle, in-

fants and small children should
always be placed in the REAR
seat in an infant or child restraint
system which is appropriate for
the child

’s age, height and

weight. If a child is too big for a
child restraint system, the child
should sit in the REAR seat and
be restrained using the seatbelts.
According to accident statistics,
children are safer when properly
restrained in the rear seating
positions than in the front seat-
ing positions. Never allow a child
to stand up or kneel on the seat.

. Place children in the REAR seat

properly restrained at all times in
a child restraint device or in a
seatbelt. The SRS airbag deploys

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with considerable speed and
force and can injure or even kill
children, especially if they are
not restrained or improperly re-
strained. Because children are
lighter and weaker than adults,
their risk of being injured from
deployment is greater.

. NEVER INSTALL A REARWARD

FACING CHILD SEAT IN THE
FRONT SEAT. DOING SO RISKS
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH TO
THE CHILD BY PLACING THE
CHILD

’S HEAD TOO CLOSE TO

THE SRS AIRBAG.

. Always turn the child safety locks

to the

“LOCK” position when

children sit in the rear seat.
Serious injury could result if a
child accidentally opens the door
and falls out. Refer to

“Child

safety locks

” F2-26.

. Always lock the passenger’s win-

dows using the lock switch when
children are riding in the vehicle.
Failure to follow this procedure
could result in injury to a child
operating the power window. Re-
fer to

“Windows” F2-26.

. Never leave unattended children,

adults or animals in the vehicle.

They could accidentally injure
themselves or others through
inadvertent operation of the ve-
hicle. Also, on hot or sunny days,
temperature in a closed vehicle
could quickly become high en-
ough to cause severe or possibly
fatal injuries to them.

. When leaving the vehicle, close

all windows and lock all doors.

For instructions and precautions, carefully
read the following sections.
. For the seatbelt system, refer to “Seat-
belts

” F1-11.

. For the child restraint system, refer to

“Child restraint systems” F1-25.

. For the SRS airbag system, refer to

“*SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint
System airbag)

” F1-38.

& 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 hybrid system 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 hybrid system is running. If
that is unavoidable, then use the
ventilation 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

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.

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& Drinking and driving

WARNING

Drinking and then driving is very
dangerous. Alcohol in the blood-
stream delays your reaction time
and impairs your perception, judg-
ment and attentiveness. If you drive
after drinking

– even if you drink just

a little

– it will increase the risk of

being involved in a serious or fatal
accident, injuring or killing yourself,
your passengers and others. In
addition, if you are injured in the
accident, alcohol may increase the
severity of that injury.

Please don

’t drink and drive.

Drunken driving is one of the most
frequent causes of accidents. Since alco-
hol affects all people differently, you may
have consumed too much alcohol to drive
safely even if the level of alcohol in your
blood is below the legal limit. The safest
thing you can do is never drink and drive.
However if you have no choice but to
drive, stop drinking and sober up comple-
tely before getting behind the wheel.

& Drugs and driving

WARNING

There are some drugs (over the
counter and prescription) that can
delay your reaction time and impair
your perception, judgment and at-
tentiveness. If you drive after taking
them, it may increase your, your
passengers

’ and other persons’ risk

of being involved in a serious or
fatal accident.

If you are taking any drugs, check with
your doctor or pharmacist or read the
literature that accompanies the medication
to determine if the drug you are taking can
impair your driving ability. Do not drive
after taking any medications that can
make you drowsy or otherwise affect your
ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. If
you have a medical condition that requires
you to take drugs, please consult with
your doctor.

Never drive if you are under the influence
of any illicit mind-altering drugs. For your
own health and well-being, we urge you
not to take illegal drugs in the first place
and to seek treatment if you are addicted
to those drugs.

& Driving when tired or sleepy

WARNING

When you are tired or sleepy, your
reaction time will be delayed and
your perception, judgment and at-
tentiveness will be impaired. If you
drive when tired or sleepy, your,
your passengers

’ and other per-

sons

’ chances of being involved in

a serious accident may increase.

Please do not continue to drive but
instead find a safe place to rest if you
are tired or sleepy. On long trips, you
should make periodic rest stops to refresh
yourself before continuing on your journey.
When possible, you should share the
driving with others.

& Modification of your vehicle

CAUTION

Your vehicle should not be modified
other than with genuine SUBARU
parts and accessories. Other types
of modifications could affect its
performance, safety or durability,
and may even violate governmental
regulations. In addition, damage or

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performance problems resulting
from modification may not be cov-
ered under warranties.

& Car phone/cell phone and

driving

CAUTION

Do not use a car phone/cell phone
while driving; it may distract your
attention from driving and can lead
to an accident. If you use a car
phone/cell phone, pull off the road
and park in a safe place before
using your phone. In some States/
Provinces, only hands-free phones
may legally be used while driving.

& Driving vehicles equipped

with navigation system

WARNING

Do not allow the monitor to distract
your attention from driving. Also, do
not operate the controls of the
navigation system while driving.
The loss of attention to driving
could lead to an accident. If you

wish to operate the controls of the
navigation system, first take the
vehicle off the road and stop it in a
safe location.

& Driving with pets

Unrestrained pets can interfere with your
driving and distract your attention from
driving. In a collision or sudden stop,
unrestrained pets or cages can be thrown
around inside the vehicle and hurt you or
your passengers. Besides, the pets can
be hurt under these situations. It is also for
their own safety that pets should be
properly restrained in your vehicle. Re-
strain a pet with a special traveling
harness which can be secured to the rear
seat with a seatbelt or use a pet carrier
which can be secured to the rear seat by
routing a seatbelt through the carrier

’s

handle. Never restrain pets or pet carriers
in the front passenger

’s seat. For further

information, consult your veterinarian,
local animal protection society or pet
shop.

& Tire pressures

Check and, if necessary, adjust the
pressure of each tire at least once a
month and before any long journey.

Check the tire pressure when the tires are
cold. Use a pressure gauge to adjust the
tire pressures to the values shown on the
tire placard. For detailed information, refer
to

“Tires and wheels” F11-21.

WARNING

Driving at high speeds with exces-
sively low tire pressures can cause
the tires to deform severely and to
rapidly become hot. A sharp in-
crease in temperature could cause
tread separation, and destruction of
the tires. The resulting loss of
vehicle control could lead to an
accident.

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General information

& California proposition 65

warning

WARNING

Engine exhaust, some of its consti-
tuents, and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm. In addi-
tion, certain fluids in vehicles and
certain components of product wear
contain or emit chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.

& California Perchlorate Advi-

sory

Certain vehicle components such as air-
bag modules, seatbelt pretensioners and
keyless entry transmitter batteries may
contain perchlorate material. Special
handling may apply for service or vehicle
end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/
hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

& Noise from under the vehicle
NOTE

You may hear a noise from under the
vehicle approximately 5 to 10 hours
after the ignition switch is turned to the

“OFF” position. However, this does not
indicate a malfunction. This noise is
caused by the operation of the fuel
evaporation leakage checking system
and is normal. The noise will stop after
approximately 15 minutes.

& Event data recorder

This vehicle is equipped with an event
data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of
an EDR is to record, in certain crash or
near crash-like situations, such as an air
bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle,
data that will assist in understanding how
a vehicle

’s systems performed. The EDR

is designed to record data related to
vehicle dynamics and safety systems for
a short period of time, typically 30 seconds
or less. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:
. How various systems in your vehicle
were operating;
. Whether or not the driver and passen-
ger safety belts were buckled/fastened;
. How far (if at all) the driver was
depressing the accelerator and/or brake

pedal; and,
. How fast the vehicle was traveling.

These data can help provide a better
understanding of the circumstances in
which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE:
EDR data are recorded by your vehicle
only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs;
no data are recorded by the EDR under
normal driving conditions and no personal
data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash
location) are recorded. However, other
parties, such as law enforcement, could
combine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely ac-
quired during a crash investigation.

To read data recorded by an EDR, special
equipment is required, and access to the
vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition
to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties,
such as law enforcement, that have the
special equipment, can read the informa-
tion if they have access to the vehicle or
the EDR.

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Hybrid system features

WARNING

Some of the components of the
hybrid system (e.g., high voltage
battery, electric motor, etc.) are high
voltage parts. To avoid serious in-
jury or death, carefully read the
following descriptions.

Your vehicle is equipped with a hybrid
system. The main power source for this
hybrid system is the engine though
depending on the circumstances, the
electric motor may assist the power of
the engine. By controlling the interaction
of the engine and the electric motor, high
level of performance, improved fuel econ-
omy, and reduction in exhaust emissions
are achieved.

& General information for stop-

ping/restarting of the engine
and electric motor

NOTE

For details about the procedure for
starting the hybrid system, refer to

“Starting and stopping the hybrid sys-
tem

” F7-9.

The engine will be automatically stopped
or restarted depending on the conditions
of the vehicle.

When starting:
The engine is used to start the vehicle
moving. However, when the accelerator
pedal is depressed lightly, the engine may
remain stopped and the electric motor
may be used to start the vehicle moving.

When accelerating gradually or driving
at a constant speed:
. When the vehicle speed is less than 25
mph (40 km/h), it is possible to drive using
only the power of the electric motor.
However, when driving in reverse, the
engine will restart at a speed slower than
that experienced when the vehicle is
moving forward.
. When the vehicle speed is 25 mph (40
km/h) or more, the electric motor power
assists the engine power. However, when
driving uphill, if it is more efficient to drive
using engine power alone, the electric
motor may not operate.

When accelerating sharply:
The power of the electric motor is added to
that of the engine.

When driving using electric motor
power alone and then accelerating:
The engine is restarted and the power of
the electric motor is added to that of the
engine.

When braking:
The engine is stopped. The electric motor
is used as a generator by using the
rotation of the wheels and this charges
the high voltage battery (regenerative
brake).

When the vehicle has been stopped:
The engine is stopped temporarily. De-
pending upon conditions, this may also
occur before a complete stop has been
achieved.

Depending on the position of the select
lever and the mode of the climate control,
the engine and the electric motor are
controlled as follows.

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Operation

Driving only using the elec-

tric motor power

Driving with the electric

motor assisting the engine

Engine automatically stops

Select lever is in the

“D” position

Operational

Operational

Operational

Select lever is in the

“R”

position

Select lever has been shifted
into the

“R” position while the

engine is automatically
stopped

Operational

Operational

Operational

In other cases

Non-operational

Operational

Non-operational

Manual mode is selected

*1

Non-operational

Operational

Operational

The

“

” mode or “ ” mode of the climate system is

selected

*2

Non-operational

Operational

Non-operational

*1

: For details, refer to

“Selection of manual mode” F7-17.

*2

: For details, refer to

“Airflow mode selection” F4-6.

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Operation of the automatic engine stop
feature will depend upon a combination of
these various conditions. For example,
when you select the

“

” mode of the

climate control, even if the select lever is
in the

“D” position, the engine will not stop

automatically.

The engine may be automatically stopped
by the system when all of the following
conditions are met.
. the engine is sufficiently warmed up

. the high voltage battery and 12 V
engine restart battery are in good condi-
tion (plenty of electric power remains and
the temperature is within the specified
temperature range)
. the “

” mode or “ ” mode of the

climate control system is not selected
. the climate control function is not used
or used with a negligible temperature
difference between the setting tempera-
ture and the temperature inside the
vehicle.
. the outside temperature is higher than
approximately 14

8F (−108C)

. the CHECK ENGINE warning light/
malfunction indicator light is off
. the vehicle is not stopped on a road
that has a steep slope
. negative pressure in the brake booster
is sufficient

. the brake pedal is firmly depressed
after it has been depressed to decelerate
or stop the vehicle (The system may not
operate in some cases if the brake pedal
is not fully depressed or if the brake is
applied suddenly.)
. the CVT fluid is sufficiently warmed up

. the temperature of the CVT fluid is not
abnormally high

EV (Electric Vehicle) mode lamp

If the engine is temporarily stopped by the
system, the EV (Electric Vehicle) mode
lamp on the combination meter will illumi-
nate. This indicator light will turn off when
the system restarts the engine.

NOTE

. The 12 V engine restart battery is a
special high-performance battery.
When replacing the battery, be sure to
replace it with a genuine SUBARU
battery (or equivalent) designed speci-
fically for use in a vehicle equipped
with a hybrid system. For details,
consult your SUBARU dealer.

. In the following cases, it may take
some time for stopping/restarting the
engine feature to operate.

– when the 12 V auxiliary battery
and/or 12 V engine restart battery is
discharged because the vehicle has
not been used for a long period of
time or for other reasons.
– when the outside temperature is
very high, or when it is very low
– when the terminals of the 12 V
auxiliary battery and/or 12 V engine
restart battery have been recon-
nected after replacing the battery

Also, in the following cases, the length of
time that the engine is temporarily stopped
by the system may be shorter.
. when the outside temperature is high,
or when it is low (because the air condi-
tioner or heater can no longer maintain the
set temperature)
. when consumption of electricity by
electrical components is high

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WARNING

When driving on the electric motor
alone, there is no sound coming
from the engine. Therefore, there is
a possibility that the surrounding
people do not notice the vehicle
starting and approaching. Pay atten-
tion to your surroundings while
driving.

CAUTION

Depending on the state of the vehi-
cle (for example, if there is little
power remaining on the high voltage
battery), the engine may automati-
cally restart. Be sure to depress the
brake pedal while the vehicle is
stationary.

& Components

1)

Engine

2)

Drive electric motor assembly

3)

High voltage battery

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1)

12 V engine restart battery

2)

Electric motor (located in the transmis-
sion)

3)

High voltage battery

4)

DC/DC converter

5)

12 V auxiliary battery

6)

High voltage cable (orange)

7)

Service disconnect plug

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& Safety precautions

! Precautions for daily use

WARNING

The hybrid system uses a high
voltage (100 V or more). Always
observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, burns or electric shock
could occur, resulting in serious
injury or death.
. When inspection or repair is

needed, always have it per-
formed by your SUBARU dealer.

. Never touch, remove or disas-

semble the high voltage parts,
high voltage cable (orange) or
their connectors.

. Never touch the service discon-

nect plug. The service discon-
nect plug is used to cut off the
voltage of the high voltage bat-
tery when the vehicle is in-
s p e c t e d o r s e r v i c e d b y a
SUBARU dealer.

High voltage battery air intake

CAUTION

. Do not cover the high voltage

battery air intake (located on the
left next to the rear seat) with
luggage or clothes. It is impor-
tant that no liquids or any other
substances or objects be allowed
to enter the air intake. Please
advise passengers in this area to
use care around the air intake to
prevent any debris from entering.
Doing so may result in overheat-
ing or malfunctioning of the high
voltage battery.

. In order to ensure waterproofing,

be sure to install the cargo area

flooring. Ensure that large
amounts of water do not enter
the cargo area. Doing so may
result in malfunction of the hy-
brid system including the high
voltage battery.

NOTE

Because the gasoline engine is the
main power source of this vehicle, it
cannot run without gasoline.

! When an accident occurs

WARNING

Observe the following precautions.
Otherwise, serious injury (e.g.,
burns or electric shock) or death
may be caused.
. Never touch the following parts.

– High voltage parts
– High voltage cable (orange)
– Electric wires exposed inside

or outside the vehicle

. If there is liquid attached or

leakage is spotted, do not touch
it under any circumstances. The
high voltage battery electrolyte is
a strong alkali. If the electrolyte

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gets in your eyes or on your skin,
it could lead to serious injury. In
the event that it does get on you,
immediately wash it off with a
large amount of water and see a
doctor immediately for examina-
tion.

. If a fire occurs in the vehicle, put

it out with a electrical fire extin-
guisher. If a electrical fire extin-
guisher is not available, use a
large amount of water from a fire
hydrant or similar source.

! When disposing of your vehicle

WARNING

The nickel-metal hydride battery is
used as a high voltage battery. For
safety, observe the following pre-
cautions.
. If you are disposing of your

vehicle, have a SUBARU dealer
remove and collect the high
voltage battery. If it is not prop-
erly collected, in addition to con-
tributing to environmental pollu-
tion, it is possible that the follow-
ing may occur, resulting in ser-
ious injury or death.

– An accident involving electric

shock that occurs when
someone touches the high
voltage portions of an illegally
dumped or otherwise impro-
perly disposed high voltage
battery.

– An accident involving electric

s h o c k , h e a t g e n e r a t i o n ,
smoke emission, fire, explo-
sion, leaking of the battery
fluid, etc., caused by utilizing
the high voltage battery in
another vehicle.

. Do not offer the high voltage

battery for resale, transfer, mod-
ification, etc. under any circum-
stances. Particularly in the cases
of resale and transfer, the other
party of the resale/transfer may
not recognize the dangers of the
high voltage battery which could
result in serious injury.

& General information

! Tips for high voltage battery
. The engine and the regenerative brake
charge the high voltage battery. You do
not have to charge the high voltage
battery from an outside source. However,

if the select lever is in the

“P” or “N”

position, the battery will not be charged.
Even when driving in heavy traffic, place
the select lever in the

“D” position.

. In order to maintain the battery in good
condition, drive the vehicle at least once
every a month for at least 30 minutes. If
you leave the vehicle for a long time, the
battery may discharge or the life of the
battery may be shortened.
! Regarding sounds and vibrations

particular to the hybrid system

The following sounds or vibration may
occur when the hybrid system is operat-
ing. However, these are characteristic to
the hybrid system and do not indicate a
malfunction.
. Electric motor sounds heard from the
engine compartment (near the transmis-
sion)
. Sounds from the engine compartment
and from the cargo area when starting or
stopping the hybrid system
. Operating sound of the high voltage
battery air intake (located on the left side
of the rear seats) or the cooling fan
(located in the cargo area)
. High frequency sounds from around
the cargo area
. Operation sounds from the engine
compartment when driving using only

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electric motor power
. Sounds or vibrations from the engine
compartment due to a rise in engine
acceleration while charging the high vol-
tage battery
. Relay operation sounds from the en-
gine compartment and rear of the vehicle
. Operation sounds and electric motor
sounds when depressing the brake pedal
. Vibrations when changing from electric
motor driving to engine driving or else
when the engine is restarted while
stopped
! Pedestrian alert system
When driving only using electric motor
power (forward and reverse traveling), a
sound will be made to alert people in the
vicinity that the vehicle is in close proxi-
mity. This alert system will operate when
the vehicle speed is approximately 15
mph (24 km/h) or less.
The pedestrian alert sound may be difficult
for people in the surrounding area to hear
in the following cases.
. The vehicle is in a noisy area.

. The vehicle is in the condition of rain or
strong wind.

It may be more difficult to hear the sound
from the rear of the vehicle than from the
front.

! Regarding electromagnetic waves
High voltage parts and cables (orange)
incorporate electromagnetic shielding.
They emit almost the same amount of
electromagnetic waves as conventional
vehicles or home electronic appliances.
However, some noise may be emitted
when using radio parts. When installing
radio parts, consult your SUBARU dealer.
! Screen display
You can display the following information
on the multi function display.
. Status of the high voltage battery

. Energy flow between the engine, elec-
tric motor, high voltage battery and wheels

Power from the engine will be displayed in
orange, power from the electric motor will
be displayed in green and the energy flow
charging the high voltage battery will be
displayed in aqua blue.

Display

Status

When driving only
by the engine
power

Display

Status

When the electric
motor is assisting
the engine

When driving only
by the electric mo-
tor power

When charging the
high voltage bat-
tery with the re-
generative brakes

When charging the
high voltage bat-
tery while driving
using the engine
power

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