RESEARCH THE  2012 SUBARU TRIBECA 
2012 Tribeca specifications, options, prices, colors, photos and more

Break-in period  for the first 1000 miles
Don't race the engine, keep RPMs under 4,000 for the most part and vary the speeds with normal city/highway driving.

Break-in period  for the first 1000 miles
Don't race the engine, keep RPMs under 4,000 for the most part and vary the speeds with normal city/highway driving.
3.6R  models- the first oil change is required at 3months/3,000 miles. 

Service schedule
Oil- Use 5W-30. Regular oil is ok, synthetic oil is recommended. 
Subaru does have some conflicting information about regular vs synthetic oil. Synthetic is recommended.
Its required to replace the oil and filter every 7,500 miles or 7.5 months. With stop and go or hard driving, towing etc its recommended to replace every 3750 miles or 3.75 months

First oil service- the first oil/filter change on a 3.6L engine is required at 3months/3,000 miles. 
7,500 miles/7.5 months- oil/filter service, rotate tires. equal tread is required on all tires.
15,000 miles/yearly- repeat 7500 mile service, replace cabin air filter, check hoses, belts, brakes etc
30,000 miles/30 months- 15k service plus replace air filter and brake fluid. inspect other all fluids, filters, 
60,000 miles/60 months (5 years)- repeat 30k service plus spark plugs. 3.6L models use transmission fluid. 2.5L CVT does not. 
90,000 miles/90 months- repeat 30k service plus replace all fluids, filters
105,000- replace timing belt on 2.5L models. The 3.6R Timing chain does not need replacement

Radiator fluid is Super Coolant long life. The first replacement is 11 years.
2.5L CVT Transmission: Life Time oil and should not need to be replaced unless driven under hard conditions, towing etc-change every 24,855 miles. Note- there is no CVT oil dipstick. 
Radiator fluid is Super Coolant, with over 10 year replacement schedule.
 

Prices released 9.2.11. 
Price increase $100 from 2011 models.
Destination now $775 (was $725), Alaska destination now $925 (was $875)
Residents of CT, HI, MA, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VT: price and destination may vary, please contact your local dealer
Navigation is the same system used on all previous Tribecas.
Interest Rates, rebates page

Option Pkg reminder-
#01 standard, no additional charge 
#04 Sunroof Pkg, incl sunroof, rear view auto dimming mirror w 3.5" backup camera display, black roof rails, 
#08 Sunroof Pkg  + Navigation/GPS Pkg, incl Navigation with back-up camera, sunroof, h/k audio, 
#13 Navigation/GPS Pkg with back-up camera, h/k audio, auto dimming mirror/compass;
#17 Navigation/GPS, rear seat DVD, sunroof pkg; 
#18 Navigation/GPS, rear seat DVD system

2012-2006 models are all Top Safety Picks with good performance in front, side, rollover, rear tests and standard electronic stability control  2012 top safety pick
 

3 middle row child seat tethers are on  the back of the seats

arrow points at the 3rd row child seat tether in the rear gate sill, There are no 3rd row child seat anchors.

About the auto dimming rear view mirror with back-up camera (by Gentex Co). Standard on Touring model, part of optional sunroof pkg on Limited. By Gentex. The RCD (rear camera display) mirror contains a liquid crystal display (LCD) that works with a video camera mounted at the rear of the vehicle to provide a view directly behind the vehicle while backing up. When the vehicle is shifted into "reverse," a display appears automatically through the auto-dimming mirror's reflective surface. The display disappears when the vehicle is shifted into any other gear, a capability that is made possible utilizing Gentex's "transflective" coating and lighting techniques, which result in a bright, high-resolution color image. The RCD mirror is equipped with a compass that utilizes Gentex's proprietary Z-Nav(R) technology, a highly-accurate sensor that determines the vehicle's directional heading

model code CTC

3.6L H6 engine with 5 speed automatic transmission
VTD all wheel drive system
VDC stability skid control system 
TCS traction control system

Power windows, illuminated, with auto-down driver's window.
Power locks, illuminated
Power driver's seat, 8 way, heated, with lumbar support
Power passenger seat, 4 way, heated, with lumbar support
Slate gray cloth interior
Dual Front Zone Climate Control Air Conditioning
All Weather Pkg: heated front seats, front wiper deicer, defrosting outside mirrors.
Air Filtration System, for interior air
Front wiper: variable intermittent, de-icer to warm/defrost blades
Rear wiper: 2 speed, de-icer heats wipers warms, defrosts blade when frozen
Outside Mirrors: power, heated defrosting, with integrated turn signals
Leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob
Tilt steering wheel (not telescoping)
Cruise Control with steering wheel controls
Integrated Rear Spoiler
Electro-Luminescent Gauges
Trip computer, 7" screen,  with instant, average fuel economy, distance to empty, elapsed time etc
3rd row seating, 50/50 split fold flat easy tilt/slide middle seat for 3rd row access.
Rear Air Conditioning, cold air only, with 4 overhead vents and rear fan control
Super Coolant, long life radiator fluid.
 

Lights- Daytime Running Lights are on when headlights are off
Lights- Projector low beam, multi-reflector halogen high beam
Lights- Headlights auto on-off with igntion
Lights- Fog Lights
Courtesy lighting: footwell, doors, overhead console, cargo area and tailgate
Tinted Privacy Glass
Anti-theft chipped Immobilizer key with small size integrated remote
Dealer site for lost codes https://subarudealers.locksmithsdrm.com
Keyless entry with Security ignition disabling system
10 Cupholders: 2 front, 4 middle; 4 door bottle holders
Tire Pressure Monitoring System warns of low tire pressure at app 27.2psi
Power sockets, 12 volt, 2 in the front console, 2 in the cargo area 
No cigarette lighter outlet or ashtray
Overhead console with sunglass holder
Bright metal outside door handles
Dual exhaust, bright tips
Illuminated vanity mirrors
Sun Visors with extenders
Carpeted floor mats
Cargo area tie downs
Carpeted floor mts

No roof rails are available. Fixed postion crossbars are an option

Stereo: 100 Watt AM/FM/ single disc CD MP3 player with 6 speakers, steering wheel controls, in-glass antenna. i-Pod plug in the center console. 
Pre-wired for XM or Sirius Satellite radio.

Option Packages: none 

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Leather: Slate Grey or Desert Beige Leather interior (3rd row matching vinyl)
Memory Driver's seat, 2 position
Homelink garage door opener (3 settings)
Overhead console Bluetooth replaces overhead sunglass holder.
Roof Racks: fixed position roof rack crossbar kit is the roofrack system. Upgrade to black colored Roof Rails as part of the sunroof package.
Courtesy lighting: adds center console lighting (Premium has lit footwell, doors) 
BlueConnect hands free phone calling

Stereo upgraded 385 watt Harman/Kardon Premium Audio, AM/FM/ 6disc CD changer, MP3, 6 Speakers: 2 rear door dual cone woofer/tweeeter, 2 front lower door woofers, 2 front upper door tweeters, dual voice coil subwoofer, steering wheel controls, in-glass antenna, Aux plug, XM Satellite radio, 3 mos free. To activate, get your ID by tuning to Sat station 000, then call 800 547-8118

Option Packages  available on the Limited
#04- Sunroof Package, backup camera,  black roof rails (150lb load), $1500
#08- Sunroof Pkg + Navigation Pkg, back-up camera $3700
#17- Sunroof Pkg + Navigation + rear seat DVD, back-up camera $5500

Sunroof
Monotone paint 
Front bumper underguard (optional on other models)
Silver roof rack rails, optional 'aero' cross bars
Auto dimming mirror with 3.5" rear view Backup Camera
HID low beam headlight multi-reflector halogen high beam
Alloy wheels- silver painted 18" 7spoke alloys (replaced brushed alloys)

Stereo upgraded 385 watt Harman Kardon Premium Audio, AM/FM/ 6disc CD changer, MP3, 6 Speakers: 2 rear door dual cone woofer/tweeeter, 2 front lower door woofers, 2 front upper door tweeters, dual voice coil subwoofer, steering wheel controls, in-glass antenna, Aux plug, XM Satellite radio, 3 mos free. 
To activate, get your ID by tuning to Sat station 000, then call 800 547-8118

Option Packages  available on the Touring model
#13- Navigation, back-up camera, $2200
#18- Navigation, rear seat DVD,  back-up camera, $5500
 

DVD rear seat entertainment system, Kenwood.   9" screen in headliner in front of middle row. Includes wireless headsets, remote rear audio/video inputs.  Will also play through Navigation screen when the vehicle is stopped.