Catalytic converter

Turbo models

Non-turbo models
The catalytic converter is installed in the exhaust system. It serves as a catalyst to reduce HC, CO and NOx in exhaust gases, thus providing cleaner exhaust.
To avoid damage to the catalytic converter:
- Use only unleaded fuel. Even a small
amount of leaded fuel will damage the
catalytic converter.
- Never start the engine by pushing or pulling the vehicle.
- Avoid racing the engine.
- Never turn off the ignition switch while the vehicle is moving.
- Keep your engine tuned-up. If you feel the engine running rough (misfiring, backfiring or incomplete combustion), have your vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized SUBARU dealer.
- Do not apply undercoating or rust prevention treatment to the heat shield of catalytic converter and the exhaust system.
- Do not drive with an extremely low fuel level.

- Avoid fire hazards. Do not drive or park the vehicle anywhere near flammable materials (e.g., grass, paper, rags or leaves), because the catalytic converter operates at very high temperatures.
- Keep everyone and flammable materials away from the exhaust pipe while the engine is running.
The exhaust gas is very hot.
See also:
Rear passenger cup holder (if equipped)
Rear passenger cup holder (if equipped)
A dual cup holder is located on the rear
seat center table. ...
For AT models
This light flashes if the vehicle is driven with tires of different diameters
fitted on its wheels or with the air pressure excessively low in any of its tires. ...
Anti-entrapment function (type A)
• Never attempt to test this function using fingers, hands or other parts of your body.
• The anti-entrapment function may not operate properly if some object gets trapped just before the window ...
