All AWD models except OUTBACK

Your AWD model is neither a conventional off-road vehicle nor an all terrain vehicle. It is a passenger vehicle designed primarily for on-road use. The AWD feature gives it some limited off-road capabilities in situations in which driving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and otherwise similar to on-road driving conditions. Operating it under other than those conditions could subject the vehicle to excessive stress which might result in damage not eligible for repair under warranty. If you do take your SUBARU off-road, you should review the common sense precautions in the next section (applicable to the OUTBACK) for general guidance. But please keep in mind that your vehicle’s off-road capabilities are more limited than those of the OUTBACK.

Never attempt to drive through pools and puddles, or roads flooded with water.

Water entering the engine air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electrical parts may damage your vehicle and may cause it to stall.

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    Replacing an air filter
    1. Remove the glove box. (1) Open the glove box. (2) Remove the damper shaft from the glove box. (3) Pull out the glove box. 2. Remove the air filter. 3. Replace the air filter element ...

    Front fog light switch (if equipped)
    The front fog lights operate only when the light switch is in the “” position. However, the front fog lights turn off when the headlights are switched to high beam. To turn on the front fog lights ...

    When the following messages are displayed
    If one of the following messages is displayed while operating the CD player, determine the cause based on the following information. If you cannot clear those messages, please contact your SUBARU deal ...