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pump the brake pedal since
doing so may defeat the opera-
tion of the ABS.
The ABS prevents the lock-up of wheels
which may occur during sudden braking or
braking on slippery road surfaces. This
helps prevent the loss of steering control
and directional stability caused by wheel
lock-up.
When the ABS is operating, you may hear
a chattering noise or feel a slight vibration
in the brake pedal. This is normal when the
ABS operates.
The ABS will not operate when the vehicle
speed is below approximately 6 mph (10
km/h).
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ABS Self-Check
You may feel a slight shock in the brake
pedal and hear the operating noise of the
ABS from the engine compartment just
after the vehicle is started. This is caused
by an automatic functional test of the ABS
being carried out and does not indicate any
abnormal condition.
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ABS Warning Light
Refer to “ABS Warning Light”
7-12. Electronic Brake Force
Distribution (EBD) System
The EBD system maximizes the effective-
ness of the brakes by allowing the rear
brakes to supply a greater proportion of the
braking force. It functions by adjusting the
distribution of braking force to the rear
wheels in accordance with the vehicle’s
loading condition and speed.
The EBD system is an integral part of the
ABS and uses some of the ABS compo-
nents to perform its function of optimizing
the distribution of braking force. If any of
the ABS components used by the EBD
function fails, the EBD system also stops
working.
When the EBD system is operating, you
may hear a chattering noise or feel a slight
vibration in the brake pedal. This is normal
and does not indicate a malfunction.
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EBD System Malfunctions
If a malfunction occurs in the EBD system,
the system stops working and the brake
system warning light and ABS warning
light illuminate simultaneously.
.
Brake system warning light
.
ABS warning light
.
Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light
If the both warning light remains on even
though the parking brake is released, the
brake fluid level may be low or there could
be a problem with the EBD system. Park
the vehicle in a safe place immediately and
contact an SUBARU dealer.
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WARNING
.
Driving with the brake system
warning light on is dangerous.
This indicates your brake system
may not be working properly. If
the light remains on, have the
brakes inspected by a SUBARU
dealer immediately.
.
If at all in doubt about whether the
brakes are operating properly, do
not drive the vehicle. Have your
vehicle towed to the nearest
SUBARU dealer for repair.
7-13. Vehicle Dynamics Con-
trol System
WARNING
Always use the utmost care in driv-
ing – overconfidence because you
are driving with a Vehicle Dynamics
Control system equipped vehicle
could easily lead to a serious acci-
dent.
CAUTION
.
Even if your vehicle is equipped
with Vehicle Dynamics Control
system, winter tires should be
used when driving on snow-cov-
ered or icy roads; in addition,
vehicle speed should be reduced
considerably. Simply having a
Vehicle Dynamics Control sys-
tem does not guarantee that the
vehicle will be able to avoid
accidents in any situation.
.
Activation of the Vehicle Dy-
namics Control system is an
indication that the road being
travelled on has a slippery sur-
face; since having Vehicle Dy-
namics Control is no guarantee
that full vehicle control will be
maintained at all times and under
all conditions, its activation
should be seen as a sign that
the speed of the vehicle should
be reduced considerably.
.
Whenever suspension compo-
nents, steering components, or
an axle are removed from a
vehicle equipped with the Vehicle
Dynamics Control system, have
an inspection of that system
performed by an authorized
SUBARU dealer.
.
The following precautions should
be observed in order to ensure
that the Vehicle Dynamics Con-
trol system is operating properly.
– All four wheels should be
fitted with tires of the same
size, type, and brand. Further-
more, the amount of wear
should be the same for all four
tires.
– Keep the tire pressure at the
proper level as shown on the
vehicle placard attached to
the driver’s side door pillar.
– When replacing a flat tire, use
only the specified temporary
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spare tire. However, even with
the specified temporary spare
tire, the effectiveness of the
Vehicle Dynamics Control
system will be reduced.
.
If non-matching tires are used,
the Vehicle Dynamics Control
system may not operate cor-
rectly.
In the event of wheelspin and/or skidding
on a slippery road surface and/or during
cornering and/or an evasive maneuver,
the Vehicle Dynamics Control system
adjusts the engine’s output and the
wheels’ respective braking forces to help
maintain traction and directional control.
.
Traction Control Function
The traction control function is designed to
prevent spinning of the driving wheels on
slippery road surfaces, thereby helping to
maintain traction and directional control.
Activation of this function is indicated by
flashing of the Vehicle Dynamics Control
operation indicator light.
.
Skid Suppression Function
The skid suppression function is designed
to help maintain directional stability by
suppressing the wheels’ tendency to slide
sideways during steering operations. Acti-
vation of this function is indicated by
flashing of the Vehicle Dynamics Control
operation indicator light.
NOTE
.
The Vehicle Dynamics Control sys-
tem may be considered normal when
the following conditions occur.
– Slight twitching of the brake
pedal is felt.
– The vehicle or steering wheel
shakes to a small degree.
– An operating noise from the en-
gine compartment is heard briefly
when starting the engine and when
driving off after starting the engine.
– The brake pedal seems to jolt
when driving off after starting the
engine.
.
In the following circumstances, the
vehicle may be less stable than it feels
to the driver. The Vehicle Dynamics
Control System may therefore operate.
Such operation does not indicate a
system malfunction.
– On gravel-covered or rutted
roads
– On unfinished roads
– When the vehicle is towing a
trailer (Outback/Subaru Outback
Wilderness)
– When the vehicle is fitted with
snow tires or winter tires
.
Activation of the Vehicle Dynamics
Control system will cause operation of
the steering wheel to feel slightly
different compared to that for normal
conditions.
.
It is always important to reduce
speed when approaching a corner,
even if the vehicle is equipped with
Vehicle Dynamics Control.
.
Always turn off the engine before
replacing a tire as failure to do so may
render the Vehicle Dynamics Control
system unable to operate correctly.
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Vehicle Dynamics Control
System Monitor
Refer to “Vehicle Dynamics Control Warn-
ing Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control Op-
eration Indicator Light”
cle Dynamics Control OFF Indicator Light”
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To Turn On/Off the Vehicle
Dynamics Control System
To turn the Vehicle Dynamics Control on
and off, operate the center information
display. Refer to “Car settings”
(11.6-inch display models) or “Vehicle
setting icons”
P246 (dual 7.0-inch dis-
play models).
Creating an adequate driving wheel slip by
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deactivating the Vehicle Dynamics Control
system temporarily may help to escape
from the following situations. Turn the
Vehicle Dynamics Control system off when
necessary.
.
A standing start on a steeply sloping
road with a snowy, gravel-covered, or
otherwise slippery surface
.
Extrication of the vehicle when its
wheels are stuck in mud or deep snow
When turning off the Vehicle Dynamics
Control system during engine operation,
the Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indica-
tor light on the combination meter illumi-
nates. The Vehicle Dynamics Control
system will be deactivated. When “Vehicle
Dynamics Control” has been touched
again to reactivate the Vehicle Dynamics
Control system, the Vehicle Dynamics
Control OFF indicator light turns off.
You should not deactivate the Vehicle
Dynamics Control system except under
the above-mentioned situations.
CAUTION
The Vehicle Dynamics Control sys-
tem helps prevent unstable vehicle
motion such as skidding using con-
trol of the brakes and engine power.
Do not turn off the Vehicle Dynamics
Control system unless it is abso-
lutely necessary. If you must turn off
the Vehicle Dynamics Control sys-
tem, drive very carefully based on
the road surface condition.
NOTE
.
When “Vehicle Dynamics Control”
has been touched to deactivate the
Vehicle Dynamics Control system, the
Vehicle Dynamics Control system auto-
matically reactivates itself the next time
the ignition switch is turned to the
“LOCK”/“OFF” position and the engine
is restarted.
.
When “Vehicle Dynamics Control”
has been touched to deactivate the
Vehicle Dynamics Control system, the
vehicle’s running performance is com-
parable with that of a vehicle that does
not have a Vehicle Dynamics Control
system. Do not deactivate the Vehicle
Dynamics Control system except when
absolutely necessary.
.
Even when the Vehicle Dynamics
Control system is deactivated, compo-
nents of the brake control system may
still activate. When the brake control
system is activated, the Vehicle Dy-
namics Control operation indicator
light flashes.
7-14. X-MODE (Outback/
Subaru Outback Wilderness)
WARNING
.
Always use the utmost care in
driving – overconfidence be-
cause you are driving a vehicle
with X-MODE could easily lead to
a serious accident.
.
Always use the utmost care in
driving – overconfidence be-
cause you are driving a vehicle
with hill descent control function
could easily lead to a serious
accident. Be especially careful,
and depress the brake pedal if
necessary when driving on ex-
tremely steep downhill, frozen,
muddy or sandy roads. Failure
to control the vehicle’s speed
may cause a loss of control and
result in a serious accident.
CAUTION
.
Even if your vehicle is equipped
with X-MODE, winter tires should
be used when driving on snow-
covered or icy roads; in addition,
vehicle speed should be reduced
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considerably. Simply having
X-MODE does not guarantee that
the vehicle will be able to avoid
accidents in any situation.
.
Activate X-MODE when you en-
counter a very slippery surface at
low speed. However, having
X-MODE is no guarantee that full
vehicle control will be maintained
at all times and under all condi-
tions. When activating X-MODE,
the speed of the vehicle should
be reduced considerably.
.
Whenever suspension compo-
nents, steering components, or
an axle are removed from a
vehicle, have the system in-
s p e c t e d b y a n a u t h o r i z e d
SUBARU dealer.
.
Observe the following precau-
tions in order to ensure that
X-MODE is operating properly:
– All four wheels should be
fitted with tires of the same
size, type, and brand. Further-
more, the amount of wear
should be the same for all four
tires.
– Keep the tire pressure at the
proper level as shown on the
label attached to the vehicle’s
door pillar.
– Use only the special tempor-
ary spare tire to replace a flat
tire. With a normal temporary
spare tire, the effectiveness of
X-MODE is reduced and this
should be taken into account
when driving the vehicle in
such a condition.
.
If the hill descent control function
has operated continuously for a
long time, the temperature of the
brake disc may increase and the
hill descent control function may
be temporarily disabled. In this
case, the hill descent control
indicator will disappear. When
the hill descent control indicator
disappears, the hill descent con-
trol function is disabled.
X-MODE is the integrated control system
of the engine, AWD and Vehicle Dynamics
Control system, etc. for driving with bad
road conditions. Using X-MODE, you can
drive more comfortably even in slippery
road conditions including uphill and down-
hill.
X-MODE has the following functions.
.
Hill descent control function:
Using the hill descent control function, you
can keep the vehicle at a consistent speed
driving downhill. If the vehicle speed is
likely to increase, the brake control system
will be activated to adjust the vehicle
speed.
.
Driving ability control:
This mode increases the hill-climbing
ability and driving ability as well as
enabling smooth application of torque for
easier control of the steering wheel.
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To Activate/Deactivate
X-MODE
X-MODE indicator (models with 1 mode)
1)
X-MODE indicator
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X-MODE indicator (models with 2 modes)
1)
DEEP SNOW/MUD mode indicator
2)
SNOW/DIRT mode indicator
To activate or deactivate X-MODE, oper-
ate the center information display. Refer to
“Car settings”
P226 (11.6-inch display
models) or “Vehicle setting icons”
(dual 7.0-inch display models).
X-MODE control (models with 1 mode)
Speed range
Low-speed
range (less
than 25 mph
(40 km/h))
Medium to
high-speed
range (25 mph
(40 km/h) or
higher)
Outback
X-MODE:
Available
X-MODE: Not
available*
3
X-MODE control (models with 2 modes)
Speed range
Low-speed
range (less
than 25 mph
(40 km/h))
Medium to
high-speed
range (25 mph
(40 km/h) or
higher)
Subaru
Outback
Wilderness
DEEP SNOW/MUD: Avail-
able*
1
*
2
SNOW/DIRT:
Available
X-MODE: Not
available*
4
Outback
DEEP SNOW/
MUD: Avail-
able
SNOW/DIRT:
Available
*1: When DEEP SNOW/MUD is operating,
X-MODE is automatically switched to the
low-speed range when the vehicle speed is
less than 25 mph (40 km/h) and to the high-
speed range when the vehicle speed is 25
mph (40 km/h) or more. However, it is not
possible to switch to SNOW/DIRT while the
vehicle is operating in the high-speed range.
If you attempt this, the buzzer sounds twice.
*2: To switch DEEP SNOW/MUD off, operate
the center information display. Refer to “
P226 (11.6-inch display models).
*3: If the vehicle speed reaches 25 mph (40
km/h) or more while X-MODE is activated, a
buzzer will sound once and X-MODE will be
deactivated.
*4: If the vehicle speed reaches 25 mph (40
km/h) or more while X-MODE is activated, a
buzzer will sound once and X-MODE will be
deactivated. X-MODE will automatically re-
activate when the vehicle speed drops below
22 mph (35 km/h).
NOTE
.
Even if you try to activate X-MODE
when the vehicle speed is 12 mph (20
km/h) or more, X-MODE will not be
activated. At this time, a buzzer will
sound twice.
.
While the engine is running, if any of
the following conditions is met,
X-MODE will be deactivated. In this
case, it is not possible to activate
X-MODE.
– The CHECK ENGINE warning
light/malfunction indicator light illu-
minates.
– The AT OIL TEMP warning light
flashes.
– The ABS warning light illumi-
nates.
– The Vehicle Dynamics Control
warning light illuminates.
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.
If the engine could overheat because
of a temperature increase of the engine
coolant, it may not be possible to
activate X-MODE. Even while X-MODE
is activated, X-MODE will be deacti-
vated when the engine coolant tem-
perature increases.
.
The Auto Start Stop system will be
stopped while X-MODE is activated.
Models with 2 modes:
.
SNOW/DIRT is suitable for driving
on a snow-covered road where the
points of contact between the tires
and road surface are visible, or for
driving on an unpaved road.
.
DEEP SNOW/MUD is suitable for
driving on a road covered with deep
snow where the points of contact
between the tires and road surface are
not visible, or for driving on a muddy
road.
.
If the vehicle speed reaches 25 mph
(40 km/h) or more while X-MODE is
activated, a buzzer will sound once and
X-MODE will be deactivated. When you
use the cruise control after X-MODE is
automatically deactivated, X-MODE will
not be automatically reactivated when
the vehicle speed drops below 22 mph
(35 km/h).
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Hill Descent Control Function
The hill descent control function will be in
standby mode when X-MODE is activated
and the vehicle speed is less than approxi-
mately 12 mph (20 km/h).
The function will operate when the vehicle
speed is less than approximately 12 mph
(20 km/h) and the accelerator ratio is less
than approximately 10%.
The function will turn off when the vehicle
speed is more than approximately 12 mph
(20 km/h) and the accelerator pedal is
depressed.
CAUTION
The braking power of the hill des-
cent control function may not be
sufficient when strong braking
power is needed (e.g., when towing
a trailer).
NOTE
.
Even while the hill descent control
function is operating, you can vary the
vehicle speed using the brake pedal or
accelerator pedal.
.
During braking by the hill descent
control function, the stop lights will
illuminate.
.
The hill descent control function is
operable regardless of the gradient of
the road.
.
The hill descent control function
may be considered normal when the
following conditions occur.
– An operating sound is heard
briefly from the engine compart-
ment while the hill descent control
function is operating.
– The sensation of depressing the
brake pedal is different, (harder than
usual etc.) when the brake pedal is
depressed during hill descent con-
trol function operation.
!
Hill descent control indicator
This indicator appears while the hill des-
cent control function is in the standby
mode. It flashes while the function is
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operating. It will disappear when the
function is in the disabled mode. When
this function is changed from operational
to non-operational, it will disappear when
the vehicle speed reaches more than
approximately 18 mph (30 km/h).
7-15. Tire Pressure Monitor-
ing System (TPMS) (U.S.-
Spec. Models)
Low tire pressure warning light
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 monitoring system will
activate only when the vehicle is driven at
speeds above 20 mph (32 km/h). 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).
WARNING
.
If the low tire pressure warning
light illuminates while driving,
never brake suddenly. Instead,
perform the following procedure.
Otherwise an accident involving
serious vehicle damage and ser-
ious personal injury could occur.
(1) Keep driving straight ahead
while gradually reducing
speed.
(2) Slowly pull off the road to a
safe place.
(3) Check the pressure for all four
tires and adjust the pressure
to the COLD tire pressure
shown on the vehicle placard
on the door pillar on the
driver’s side.
Even when the vehicle is driven a
very short distance, the tires get
warm and their pressures in-
crease accordingly. Be sure to
let the tires cool thoroughly be-
fore adjusting their pressures to
the standard values shown on the
tire inflation pressure label. Refer
to “Tires and Wheels”
The tire pressure monitoring sys-
tem does not function when the
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vehicle is stationary. After adjust-
ing the tire pressures, increase
the vehicle speed to at least 20
mph (32 km/h) to start the TPMS
rechecking of the tire inflation
pressures. If the tire pressures
are now above the severe low
pressure threshold, the low tire
pressure warning light should
turn off a few minutes later.
If this light still illuminates while
driving after adjusting the tire
pressure, a tire may have signifi-
cant 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/trans-
mitter being transferred, the low
tire pressure warning light will
illuminate steadily after blinking
for approximately one 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.
.
When a tire is repaired with liquid
sealant, the tire pressure warning
valve and transmitter may not
operate properly. If a liquid sea-
lant is used, contact your nearest
SUBARU dealer or other qualified
service shop as soon as possi-
ble. Make sure to replace the tire
pressure warning valve and
transmitter when replacing the
tire. You may reuse the wheel if
there is no damage to it and if the
sealant residue is properly
cleaned off. Do not inject any tire
liquid or aerosol tire sealant into
the tires, as this may cause a
malfunction of the tire pressure
sensors. If the light illuminates
steadily after blinking for ap-
p r o x i m a t e l y o n e m i n u t e ,
promptly contact a SUBARU
dealer to have the system in-
spected.
CAUTION
Do not place metal film or any metal
parts under the driver’s seat. This
may cause poor reception of the
signals from the tire pressure sen-
sors, and the tire pressure monitor-
ing system will not function prop-
erly.
FCC ID: CWTD1G141
NOTE
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This de-
vice may not cause harmful interfer-
ence, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
FCC CAUTION
Changes or modifications not ex-
pressly approved by the party respon-
sible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equip-
ment.
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TPMS Screen
This screen displays each tire pressure.
Refer to “Basic Screens”
7-16. Parking Your Vehicle
WARNING
.
Never leave unattended children
or pets in the vehicle. They could
accidentally injure themselves or
others through inadvertent op-
eration of the vehicle. Also, on
hot or sunny days, the tempera-
ture in a closed vehicle could
quickly become high enough to
cause severe or possibly fatal
injuries to them.
.
Do not park the vehicle over
flammable materials such as dry
grass, waste paper or rags, as
they may burn easily if they come
near hot engine or exhaust sys-
tem parts.
.
Be sure to stop the engine if you
take a nap in the vehicle. If engine
exhaust gas enters the passen-
ger compartment, occupants in
the vehicle could die from carbon
monoxide (CO) contained in the
exhaust gas.
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Electronic Parking Brake
1)
Parking brake switch
2)
Indicator light
3)
Release the electronic parking brake
4)
Apply the electronic parking brake
WARNING
.
Before exiting the vehicle, make
sure that you turn off the engine.
Otherwise, the parking brake may
be released and an accident may
occur.
.
If the brake system warning light
turns on, the electronic parking
brake system may be malfunc-
tioning. Immediately stop your
vehicle in a safe location, use tire
stops under the tires to prevent
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the vehicle from moving and
contact your SUBARU dealer.
.
If the electronic parking brake is
operated under the following
conditions, the electronic park-
ing brake indicator light may
flash.
– The brake is overheated.
– The vehicle is on a steep
slope.
In such cases, the vehicle may
start to move which may lead to
an accident. Always use the tire
stops.
CAUTION
.
When the electronic parking
brake cannot be applied due to a
m a l f u n c t i o n , c o n t a c t y o u r
SUBARU dealer immediately for
an inspection. If you have to park
your vehicle in such conditions,
perform the following procedure.
– Stop your vehicle in a flat
location.
– Shift the select lever in the “P”
position. When the select le-
ver cannot be shifted into the
“P” position, you must release
shift lock. Refer to “Shift Lock
Function”
– Use tire stops under the tires
to prevent the vehicle from
moving.
.
Never drive with the parking
brake applied. Doing so will
cause unnecessary brake pad
wear. Before driving off, always
make sure that the parking brake
has been released and the brake
system warning light has turned
off.
.
The braking power of the electro-
nic parking brake may not be
sufficient when strong braking
power is needed (e.g., when park-
ing on a steep slope while towing
a t r a i l e r ( O u t b a c k / S u b a r u
Outback Wilderness)).
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic
parking brake. You can apply/release the
parking brake by operating the parking
brake switch.
To apply:
Depress the brake pedal and
pull up the parking brake switch.
To release:
Press the parking brake
switch firmly while the ignition switch is in
the “ON” position and the brake pedal is
depressed.
Electronic parking brake indicator light
When the parking brake is applied while
the ignition switch is in the “ON” position,
the following indicator lights illuminate.
.
The indicator light on the parking brake
switch
.
The electronic parking brake indicator
light on the combination meter (for details,
refer to “Electronic Parking Brake Indicator
Light”
NOTE
.
The parking brake will not be re-
leased under the following conditions
even if the parking brake switch is
pressed.
– The ignition switch is in the
“ACC” or “LOCK”/“OFF” position.
– The brake pedal is not depressed.
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The electronic parking brake system
uses motors to apply the parking brake.
Therefore, operating sounds from the
motors will be heard when applying or
releasing the parking brake. Make sure
that the motor sounds are heard when
applying or releasing the parking
brake.
.
When the electronic parking brake
system has a malfunction or the elec-
tronic parking brake operation is pro-
hibited temporarily, if the parking brake
switch is operated, a chirp sound is
heard and the electronic parking brake
indicator light flashes.
.
When you cannot release the park-
ing brake due to, for example, a system
malfunction, contact your SUBARU
dealer and have your SUBARU dealer
release the parking brake.
.
If the operation of the electronic
parking brake switch is stopped mid-
way or performed extremely slowly, the
system may detect an error and turn on
the brake system warning light. How-
ever, this does not indicate a malfunc-
tion if the warning light turns off after
operating the switch.
.
When the electronic parking brake
has not been used for a long period of
time, the electronic parking brake may
operate automatically after the ignition
switch is turned to the “LOCK”/“OFF”
position. This occurs due to checking
the proper operation of the electronic
parking brake and does not indicate a
malfunction.
.
If the electronic parking brake
switch is malfunctioning and the elec-
tronic parking brake cannot be re-
leased, refer to the instructions de-
scribed in “Automatic release function
by accelerator pedal”
.
After activating the electronic park-
ing brake, you may hear a short sound
several minutes after the electronic
parking brake indicator light and the
indicator light on the electronic parking
brake switch illuminate as the system
confirms proper engagement. This
sound is different from the apply and
release sound.
This can occur:
– If the brakes are extremely hot.
– If the car is parked on a steep
incline.
– If the electronic parking brake is
applied after the ignition switch is
turned OFF.
This is a normal operating sound under
any of these conditions.
.
The Auto Start Stop system is deac-
tivated while the electronic parking
brake is applied.
.
If you operate the electronic parking
brake switch while the Auto Start Stop
system is activated, the Auto Start Stop
system will be deactivated. The elec-
tronic parking brake will activate after
the engine is restarted. After the elec-
tronic parking brake indicator light is
illuminated, release your foot from the
brake pedal.
.
When starting the engine or restart-
ing the engine using the Auto Start Stop
system, if you operate the electronic
parking brake switch, the electronic
parking brake indicator light may flash
temporarily. However, this is not a
malfunction if the light turns off after
the electronic parking brake is deacti-
vated.
!
Automatic release function by ac-
celerator pedal
The electronic parking brake system has
an automatic release function. The parking
brake will be automatically released by
depressing the accelerator pedal. How-
ever, the automatic release function does
not operate under the following conditions.
.
Any door (other than the trunk lid or rear
gate) is open.
.
The driver’s seatbelt is not fastened.
If the parking brake is automatically
released, the electronic parking brake
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indicator light and the indicator light on the
parking brake switch turn off.
NOTE
Even if you have applied the parking
brake, the parking brake will be auto-
matically released when the accelera-
tor pedal is depressed.
!
Auto Vehicle Hold function
The Auto Vehicle Hold function will auto-
matically keep the vehicle stopped even
after releasing the brake pedal when the
vehicle is at a complete stop, such as at
traffic signals.
WARNING
.
Do not use the Auto Vehicle Hold
function on a steep hill or slip-
pery road. The vehicle may move
even when using the Auto Vehicle
Hold function, causing serious
injury or accidents.
.
Do not use the Auto Vehicle Hold
function to park the vehicle. The
vehicle may move unexpectedly,
causing serious injury or acci-
dents. Make sure to shift the
select lever to the “P” position
and apply the electronic parking
brake in the following cases.
– When you are going to park
your vehicle.
– When passengers are getting
in or out of the vehicle.
– When you are loading or un-
loading.
.
When using the Auto Vehicle
Hold function, do not release the
brake pedal before the Auto Ve-
hicle Hold indicator illuminates.
The vehicle may move unexpect-
edly, causing serious injury or
accidents.
.
Deactivate the Auto Vehicle Hold
function in the following cases.
Otherwise, the vehicle may move
unexpectedly, causing serious
injury or accidents.
– When washing your vehicle in
an automatic car wash
– When being towed
CAUTION
.
When stopping on a steep slope
with the Auto Vehicle Hold func-
tion turned on, the electronic
parking brake may be automati-
cally applied. Then the electronic
parking brake indicator light will
flash. In such a case, depress and
hold the brake pedal while stop-
ping. Otherwise, the vehicle may
move.
.
When being towed, turn off the
Auto Vehicle Hold function.
NOTE
We recommend turning on the Auto
Vehicle Hold function when stopping
on an incline. If the Auto Vehicle Hold
function is turned off, the vehicle may
roll backward when driving off.
!
To turn on/off the Auto Vehicle
Hold function
Auto Vehicle Hold indicator light
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and
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To turn the Auto Vehicle Hold function on
and off, operate the center information
display. Refer to “Car settings”
(11.6-inch display models) or “Vehicle
setting icons”
P246 (dual 7.0-inch dis-
play models).
When the Auto Vehicle Hold function is
turned ON, the Auto Vehicle Hold indicator
light will turn on.
NOTE
.
When the electronic parking brake
system has a malfunction while the
Auto Vehicle Hold function is turned on,
a chirp will sound, the Auto Vehicle
Hold indicator light will turn off and the
brake system warning light will turn on.
.
Every time when starting the engine,
the Auto Vehicle Hold function will be
set to off.
!
To operate the Auto Vehicle Hold
function
Stop the vehicle by depressing the brake
pedal when all of the following conditions
are met. Then the Auto Vehicle Hold
function will operate.
.
Driver’s door is closed.
.
The driver’s seatbelt is fastened.
.
The select lever is in a position other
than the “P” position.
Auto Vehicle Hold indicator light
While the vehicle is kept stopped by the
Auto Vehicle Hold function, the Auto
Vehicle Hold indicator light will flash.
!
To release the Auto Vehicle Hold
function
Perform any of the following operations to
release the Auto Vehicle Hold function.
.
Depress the accelerator pedal.
.
Depress the brake pedal again.
.
Apply the electronic parking brake.
.
Shift the select lever to the “P” position
with the brake pedal pressed.
.
Deactivate the Auto Vehicle Hold func-
tion operating with the center information
display while depressing the brake pedal.
When the Auto Vehicle Hold function is
released, the Auto Vehicle Hold indicator
light will change from flashing to illumi-
nated.
Under any of the following conditions, the
Auto Vehicle Hold function will be auto-
matically released and the electronic
parking brake will be automatically ap-
plied.
.
The Auto Vehicle Hold function has
been in operation for 10 minutes.
.
The driver’s seatbelt is unfastened.
.
The ignition switch is turned to the
“LOCK”/“OFF” position.
.
The vehicle is stopped on a steep
slope.
.
The Auto Vehicle Hold function is
malfunctioning.
In such cases, the Auto Vehicle Hold
indicator light will turn off and the electronic
parking brake indicator light will illuminate.
!
Tips
.
When the electronic parking brake is
automatically applied with the vehicle kept
stopped by the Auto Vehicle Hold function,
release the electronic parking brake by
either of the following operations before
starting off. Then make sure that the
electronic parking brake indicator light is
off.
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– Depress the accelerator pedal with
the driver’s seatbelt fastened and with
the doors closed.
– Press the electronic parking brake
switch with the brake pedal depressed.
.
Under certain conditions, including a
malfunction of the Auto Vehicle Hold, a
warning buzzer will sound and a warning
message will appear on the combination
meter display (color LCD). All warning
messages should be strictly observed.
.
On a steep slope, the vehicle cannot be
kept stopped by the Auto Vehicle Hold
function. In such a case, depress and hold
the brake pedal.
.
When stopping on a steep slope with
the Auto Vehicle Hold function activated,
the electronic parking brake may automa-
tically applied after stopping, then the
electronic parking brake indicator light
may flash. In such a case, depress and
hold the brake pedal while stopped.
Otherwise, the vehicle may move. When
getting out of the vehicle, stop the vehicle
on a flat surface, then apply the electronic
parking brake.
.
If the Auto Vehicle Hold indicator light
does not illuminates even after touching
“Auto Vehicle Hold (AVH)” with the operat-
ing conditions met, the function may have
a malfunction. Contact your SUBARU
dealer for an inspection.
.
You may hear a sound while the Auto
Vehicle Hold function is keeping your
vehicle stopped. This is normal, and does
not represent a malfunction.
.
When you depress the brake pedal to
release the Auto Vehicle Hold function, an
operation sound or vibration may be
generated, or the brake pedal may return
slowly. This is not a malfunction.
.
While the vehicle is kept stopped by the
Auto Vehicle Hold function, the brake
pedal may feel stiff. However, this is not a
malfunction.
.
When using the Auto Vehicle Hold
function, depress the brake pedal firmly.
Otherwise, the Auto Vehicle Hold may not
operate.
!
Emergency brake
CAUTION
Use the emergency brake only in
case of an emergency. If the emer-
gency brake is excessively used, the
brake parts will wear down faster or
the brake may not work sufficiently
due to brake overheating.
NOTE
.
While using the emergency brake,
the electronic parking brake indicator
light and the indicator light on the
parking brake switch illuminate and a
chirp sounds.
.
While using the emergency brake, a
sound may be heard from the engine
compartment. This is the operating
sound of the brake that is activated by
the Vehicle Dynamics Control system,
and does not indicate a malfunction.
If the foot brake has a malfunction, you can
stop the vehicle by pulling the parking
brake switch continuously.
While applying the emergency brake, the
electronic parking brake indicator light and
the indicator light on the parking brake
switch illuminate and a chirp sounds.
!
Electronic parking brake system
warning
CAUTION
If the brake system warning light
turns on, the electronic parking
brake system may be malfunction-
ing. Immediately stop your vehicle in
the nearest safe location and con-
tact your SUBARU dealer.
If a malfunction occurs in the electronic
parking brake system, the brake system
warning light turns on. Refer to “Electronic
parking brake system warning”
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&
Parking Tips
When parking your vehicle, always per-
form the following items.
.
Apply the parking brake.
.
Place the select lever in the “P” (Park)
position.
Never rely on the transmission alone to
hold the vehicle.
When parking on a hill, always turn the
steering wheel as described here. When
the vehicle is headed up the hill, the front
wheels should be turned away from the
curb.
When facing downhill, the front wheels
should be turned into the curb.
7-17. Auto Start Stop System
The Auto Start Stop system is designed to
automatically stop and restart the engine
when the vehicle is stationary for a short
period of time (while waiting for a traffic
light or in a traffic jam) after the engine has
warmed up. The system operates in order
to reduce fuel consumption, exhaust emis-
sions and undesired idling noise.
&
System Operation
CAUTION
The Auto Start Stop system is de-
signed to automatically stop and
restart the engine for a short period
of time during idling. Do not use the
system when parking the vehicle
normally.
So that it can be used safely and comfor-
tably, in addition to driver operations, the
Auto Start Stop system is designed to
constantly monitor the vehicle conditions
as well as the environment inside and
outside the vehicle, in order to control
stopping and restarting of the engine.
After the vehicle has been completely
stopped by depressing the brake pedal
with the select lever in the “D” position, the
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