2009 Subaru Tribeca review
Not since the Pontiac Aztek has an SUV been so heavily criticized for its appearance as was Subaru's B9 Tribeca when it debuted. For 2008, Subaru has replaced the controversial grille that became the crossover SUV's defining characteristic, tweaked its overall appearance and increased the size and power of its horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine. Subaru has also dropped the B9 portion of the model's name.
The updates make the Tribeca a better SUV than it was before. However, significant ergonomic and visibility problems and an only-adequate new engine mean that even though the styling blunder has been corrected, the Tribeca still has some catching up to do in the midsize-crossover segment.
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Rear ashtray (STI – if equipped)
Rear ashtray (STI – if equipped)
The rear ashtray is located on the upper side of the back of the center console. To open the ashtray, pull the upper edge of the lid.
Fully close the lid after using ...
Safety
Standard safety features include side-impact airbags for the front seats, an
electronic stability system and active head restraints for the front seats. Side
curtain airbags are also standard, but ...
When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is
running
A running engine can be dangerous.
Keep your fingers, hands, clothing, hair and tools away from the cooling fan, belts and any other moving engine parts. Removing rings, watches and ties is advis ...