| 1. Can I use a cell phone in my Subaru using the cigarette lighter outlet? |
You can use the in-dash receptacle as an accessory plug. BUT ONLY IF IT IS
NOT ALSO USED AS A CIGARETTE LIGHTER.
If the in-dash lighter receptacle is ever used for a plug-in accessory such
as a cellular phone, it may damage the portion of the receptacle's internal
mechanism (bi-metal) that causes the cigarette lighter plug to "pop-out"
after its lighter element is heated. Placing a lighter plug in a receptacle
that has been damaged by a plug-in accessory may cause the plug to stick and
overheat, which may in some cases cause a fire in the receptacle that can
spread to surrounding areas.
Therefore, if the lighter socket is used even once for an accessory plug-in
item, then it must not ever be used to operate the cigarette lighter
element. The entire socket must be replaced if you, the customer, ever wants
to use it as a cigarette lighter again. |
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2. How do I properly break-in the engine in my new Subaru? |
| Your Owner's Manual indicates specific suggestions
for the first 1000 miles, which will aid in the performance and long
life of your vehicle. Obviously, how you handle and care for your
vehicle will play a major role in its longevity. Among the suggestions
are: (1) do not race the engine. (2) Never exceed 4,000-rpm engine
speed except for brief acceleration in an emergency. (3) Do not drive
at one constant engine or vehicle speed for a long time, either fast or
slow. (4) Avoid starting suddenly and rapid acceleration, except in an
emergency. (5) Avoid hard braking, except in an emergency. |
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3. Can I change the tire size on my AWD Subaru? |
| We recommend that you replace the tires on your
Subaru with the same brand of tires as originally equipped, as they
were chosen specifically for your vehicle. Also, we STRONGLY recommend
that you replace them with the same size/style as originally equipped.
Finally, we recommend that you refer to the information in your owner's
manual regarding tires. |
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4. Do I have to replace all four tires on my AWD Subaru? |
All of the tires on your AWD Subaru must be within
1/4 of an inch of rolling circumference (part that touches the road).
This is because of our All Wheel Drive System.
Proper rotation of the tires at the appropriate service
intervals will increase the life expectancy of your tires. This will
also ensure that all four tires stay relatively equal in their tire
tread wear. When vehicles are serviced, tires should be routinely
checked to ensure that the alignment and tires are in good working
condition. |
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