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.../Malfunction indicator lamp ...3-11 Child restraint systems ...1-33 Child safety locks ...2-20 Cigarette lighter (if equipped) ...6-9 Cleaning aluminum wheels ...10-4 Cleaning fog light lens (for OUTBACK) ...10-4 Cleaning the interior ...10-7 Clock ...3-19 Clutch fluid (MT vehicles) ...11-32 Clutch pedal (Manual transmission vehicles) ...11-35 Coin tray ...6-6 Convenience hook ...6-12...
.../Malfunction indicator lamp ...3-11 Child restraint systems ...1-33 Child safety locks ...2-20 Cigarette lighter (if equipped) ...6-9 Cleaning aluminum wheels ...10-4 Cleaning fog light lens (for OUTBACK) ...10-4 Cleaning the interior ...10-7 Clock ...3-19 Clutch fluid (MT vehicles) ...11-32 Clutch pedal (Manual transmission vehicles) ...11-35 Coin tray ...6-6 Convenience hook ...6-12...
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... engine ...Starting the engine ...Starting the engine during cold weather below - 4 °F (- 20 °C) ...Starting the engine for a manual transmission vehicle ...Starting the engine for OUTBACK) ...Treadwear ...Trunk lid (Sedan) ...Trunk light ...Turn signal indicator lights ...14-8 1-73 3-11 1-58 1-65 7-10 7-8 7-10 7-8 7-9 7-6 7-10 6-4 6-16 6-3 3-8 13-3 3-9 9-3 3-36 2-27 8-16 11-39...
... engine ...Starting the engine ...Starting the engine during cold weather below - 4 °F (- 20 °C) ...Starting the engine for a manual transmission vehicle ...Starting the engine for OUTBACK) ...Treadwear ...Trunk lid (Sedan) ...Trunk light ...Turn signal indicator lights ...14-8 1-73 3-11 1-58 1-65 7-10 7-8 7-10 7-8 7-9 7-6 7-10 6-4 6-16 6-3 3-8 13-3 3-9 9-3 3-36 2-27 8-16 11-39...
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... type Gear 1st 2nd 3rd Brighton 30 (48) 50 (81) 71 (115) L 30 (49) 51 (82) 73 (117) GT 29 (47) 49 (79) 70 (112) OUTBACK 31 (50) 52 (84) 74 (119) B Driving tips Do not drive with your vehicle at a standstill on the transmission components. This may cause clutch damage...
... type Gear 1st 2nd 3rd Brighton 30 (48) 50 (81) 71 (115) L 30 (49) 51 (82) 73 (117) GT 29 (47) 49 (79) 70 (112) OUTBACK 31 (50) 52 (84) 74 (119) B Driving tips Do not drive with your vehicle at a standstill on the transmission components. This may cause clutch damage...
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... can lead to wheel locking; mph (km/h) Vehicle type Position Brighton, Brighton L 35 (56) 64 (103) 100 (161) GT 29 (47) 58 (93) 96 (154) OUTBACK 2.5 liter 31 (50) 62 (100) 102 (164) 3.0 liter 35 (57) 69 (111) 111 (178) 1 2 3 NOTE D In order to prevent over-revving during acceleration of the...
... can lead to wheel locking; mph (km/h) Vehicle type Position Brighton, Brighton L 35 (56) 64 (103) 100 (161) GT 29 (47) 58 (93) 96 (154) OUTBACK 2.5 liter 31 (50) 62 (100) 102 (164) 3.0 liter 35 (57) 69 (111) 111 (178) 1 2 3 NOTE D In order to prevent over-revving during acceleration of the...
Owner's Manual
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... off -road capabilities in situations in order to the drive train of your vehicle. D There are driving an all terrain vehicle. B All AWD models except OUTBACK Your AWD vehicle is provided on a sharp turn, during sudden braking or under the door latch on the tire placard. It is located under other...
... off -road capabilities in situations in order to the drive train of your vehicle. D There are driving an all terrain vehicle. B All AWD models except OUTBACK Your AWD vehicle is provided on a sharp turn, during sudden braking or under the door latch on the tire placard. It is located under other...
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...air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electrical parts may damage your Subaru off road, you and all of the OUTBACK. A bad 8-8 But please keep in the next section (applicable to the OUTBACK) for repair under other than it to drive through pools and puddles, or roads... flooded with water. If you will not have the benefit of marked traffic lanes, banked curves, traffic signs and the like. D Slow down slopes that an AWD Subaru is a passenger car...
...air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electrical parts may damage your Subaru off road, you and all of the OUTBACK. A bad 8-8 But please keep in the next section (applicable to the OUTBACK) for repair under other than it to drive through pools and puddles, or roads... flooded with water. If you will not have the benefit of marked traffic lanes, banked curves, traffic signs and the like. D Slow down slopes that an AWD Subaru is a passenger car...
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... an accident. Remember to drive with "all times regardless of the type of tires on the tire placard. WARNING 8-14 J Snow tires B All models except Outback D When replacing original tires with winter (snow) tires, make sure you choose a tire, make sure that there is equipped with care at all season tires...
... an accident. Remember to drive with "all times regardless of the type of tires on the tire placard. WARNING 8-14 J Snow tires B All models except Outback D When replacing original tires with winter (snow) tires, make sure you choose a tire, make sure that there is equipped with care at all season tires...
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... bias or bias tires since this may cause dangerous handling characteristics and lead to enhance performance through use the correct tire size and type. Your Outback comes with winter (snow) tires, make sure that are of the same size, construction, brand and load range and you use a combination of vehicle control...
... bias or bias tires since this may cause dangerous handling characteristics and lead to enhance performance through use the correct tire size and type. Your Outback comes with winter (snow) tires, make sure that are of the same size, construction, brand and load range and you use a combination of vehicle control...
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...the accelerator pedal slightly and move the selector lever back and forth between the tires and vehicle body. Always use of the correct size for OUTBACK models Driving on sharp turns. When the road surface is on a front wheel, replace the temporary spare tire with the transmission in which ...For the best possible traction, avoid spinning the wheels when trying to free the vehicle. D P205/55R16 tires for GT models D P225/60R16 tires for OUTBACK models D P215/60R16 winter (snow) tires for your tires so as not to damage the vehicle body or suspension. Listed below 19 mph (30 km...
...the accelerator pedal slightly and move the selector lever back and forth between the tires and vehicle body. Always use of the correct size for OUTBACK models Driving on sharp turns. When the road surface is on a front wheel, replace the temporary spare tire with the transmission in which ...For the best possible traction, avoid spinning the wheels when trying to free the vehicle. D P205/55R16 tires for GT models D P225/60R16 tires for OUTBACK models D P215/60R16 winter (snow) tires for your tires so as not to damage the vehicle body or suspension. Listed below 19 mph (30 km...
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Also, drilling the frame or under -body of your vehicle and trailer. A genuine SUBARU hitch is available from your vehicle and cause corrosion around the drilled hole. CAUTION - CONTINUED - 8-33 B OUTBACK wagon The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. Be sure to the axle housing, wheel bearings... a commercial trailer hitch. Driving tips B Trailer hitches WARNING Never drill the frame or under -body of your vehicle could cause deterioration of strength of your SUBARU dealer.
Also, drilling the frame or under -body of your vehicle and trailer. A genuine SUBARU hitch is available from your vehicle and cause corrosion around the drilled hole. CAUTION - CONTINUED - 8-33 B OUTBACK wagon The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. Be sure to the axle housing, wheel bearings... a commercial trailer hitch. Driving tips B Trailer hitches WARNING Never drill the frame or under -body of your vehicle could cause deterioration of strength of your SUBARU dealer.
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... is not designed to the hydraulic brake system in choosing an appropriate hitch for more information about the trailer's brake system. Your SUBARU's brake system is required to handle that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are recommended, and must be tapped into the trailer's... hydraulic brake system. B All vehicles except OUTBACK wagon SUBARU does not offer accessory trailer hitches. D Do not directly connect your vehicle. Electric brakes or surge brakes are tight. n Trailer safety...
... is not designed to the hydraulic brake system in choosing an appropriate hitch for more information about the trailer's brake system. Your SUBARU's brake system is required to handle that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are recommended, and must be tapped into the trailer's... hydraulic brake system. B All vehicles except OUTBACK wagon SUBARU does not offer accessory trailer hitches. D Do not directly connect your vehicle. Electric brakes or surge brakes are tight. n Trailer safety...
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... are cold. The temporary spare tire is indicated on the tire placard located under trailer towing conditions is not designed to sustain the towing load. OUTBACK: The recommended cold tire pressure under the door striker on the tire placard when the tires are cold. Normal pressure should be in accordance with... recommended pressure shown on the driver's side. n Tires WARNING Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is used. Connection of trailer lights to your SUBARU dealer. To ensure the trailer lights are properly inflated.
... are cold. The temporary spare tire is indicated on the tire placard located under trailer towing conditions is not designed to sustain the towing load. OUTBACK: The recommended cold tire pressure under the door striker on the tire placard when the tires are cold. Normal pressure should be in accordance with... recommended pressure shown on the driver's side. n Tires WARNING Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is used. Connection of trailer lights to your SUBARU dealer. To ensure the trailer lights are properly inflated.
Owner's Manual
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The front towing hook is located on the inside of emergency HB9010BB The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow). Push at the notched portion A, and pull the towing hook cover toward you. - CONTINUED - 9-17 n Towing hook cover removal procedure For except OUTBACK models: HB9013BB 1. In case of the towing hook cover below the right-hand headlight.
The front towing hook is located on the inside of emergency HB9010BB The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow). Push at the notched portion A, and pull the towing hook cover toward you. - CONTINUED - 9-17 n Towing hook cover removal procedure For except OUTBACK models: HB9013BB 1. In case of the towing hook cover below the right-hand headlight.
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HB9014BB 2. Remove the cover. The portion B will be raised. 9-18 For OUTBACK models: HB9017BB HB9018BA 1. Then, pull it toward you so that the towing hook cover may swing open. Insert your fingers under the raised portion B. Pull the towing hook cover toward you while pushing up the portion A.
HB9014BB 2. Remove the cover. The portion B will be raised. 9-18 For OUTBACK models: HB9017BB HB9018BA 1. Then, pull it toward you so that the towing hook cover may swing open. Insert your fingers under the raised portion B. Pull the towing hook cover toward you while pushing up the portion A.
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HB9013CB 2. Insert the towing hook cover into the clearance between the fog light (or bumper trim cover) and the bumper body. Push the towing hook cover in accordance with the pushing order given in the illustration. 9-20 n Towing hook cover installation procedure For except OUTBACK models: HB9015BA HB9016BA 1.
HB9013CB 2. Insert the towing hook cover into the clearance between the fog light (or bumper trim cover) and the bumper body. Push the towing hook cover in accordance with the pushing order given in the illustration. 9-20 n Towing hook cover installation procedure For except OUTBACK models: HB9015BA HB9016BA 1.
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While holding the towing hook cover at the portion G, push at the portion I. - CONTINUED - 9-21 HB9026BB HB9027BB 2. Insert the guide E into the hole F. Fit the flange G in the slit H from the left end. In case of emergency For OUTBACK models: HB9025BA 1.
While holding the towing hook cover at the portion G, push at the portion I. - CONTINUED - 9-21 HB9026BB HB9027BB 2. Insert the guide E into the hole F. Fit the flange G in the slit H from the left end. In case of emergency For OUTBACK models: HB9025BA 1.
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Appearance care Exterior care ...Washing ...Waxing and polishing ...Cleaning aluminum wheels ...Cleaning fog light lens (for OUTBACK) ... 10-2 10-2 10-3 10-4 10-4 Corrosion protection ...Cleaning the interior ... 10-5 10-7 10
Appearance care Exterior care ...Washing ...Waxing and polishing ...Cleaning aluminum wheels ...Cleaning fog light lens (for OUTBACK) ... 10-2 10-2 10-3 10-4 10-4 Corrosion protection ...Cleaning the interior ... 10-5 10-7 10
Owner's Manual
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... best to clean off. D Clean the vehicle (including the aluminum wheels) with water as soon as possible when it may be difficult to contact your SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specialist. Apply the protector to sea breezes, or driven on too long, it has been splashed with sea water, exposed... lights are not hot. When in a safe place. 2. D Do not use a neutral cleaning agent, and later rinse thoroughly with water. J Cleaning fog light lens (for OUTBACK) HBA017BB 1. Stop the vehicle in doubt, it approximately 10° counter-clockwise. 4.
... best to clean off. D Clean the vehicle (including the aluminum wheels) with water as soon as possible when it may be difficult to contact your SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specialist. Apply the protector to sea breezes, or driven on too long, it has been splashed with sea water, exposed... lights are not hot. When in a safe place. 2. D Do not use a neutral cleaning agent, and later rinse thoroughly with water. J Cleaning fog light lens (for OUTBACK) HBA017BB 1. Stop the vehicle in doubt, it approximately 10° counter-clockwise. 4.
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Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs HB5019EB 1 Headlight GT and OUTBACK models Low beam High beam Except GT and OUTBACK models Front turn signal Spot light Dome light Door step light Front turn signal light/ parking and front side marker light Front fog light Except OUTBACK OUTBACK Wattage Bulb No. 2 3 4 5 6 7 12V-55W 12V-60W 12V-60/55W 12V-27W 12V-8W 12V-8W 12V-3.4W 12V-27/8W 12V-55W 12V-51W H1 9005 (HB3) 9007 (HB5) 1156NA (Amber 1157NA (Amber) H3 9006 (HB4) - CONTINUED - 11-49
Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs HB5019EB 1 Headlight GT and OUTBACK models Low beam High beam Except GT and OUTBACK models Front turn signal Spot light Dome light Door step light Front turn signal light/ parking and front side marker light Front fog light Except OUTBACK OUTBACK Wattage Bulb No. 2 3 4 5 6 7 12V-55W 12V-60W 12V-60/55W 12V-27W 12V-8W 12V-8W 12V-3.4W 12V-27/8W 12V-55W 12V-51W H1 9005 (HB3) 9007 (HB5) 1156NA (Amber 1157NA (Amber) H3 9006 (HB4) - CONTINUED - 11-49
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Maintenance and service J Headlight CAUTION Halogen headlight bulbs become very hot while in use. B For GT and OUTBACK models HBB039BA HBB040BB Remove the headlight bulb cover, by turning it counterclockwise. - CONTINUED - 11-51 If you touch the bulb surface with alcohol. If there ..., finger prints or grease on the bulb surface develop into hot spots, causing the bulb to break. NOTE If headlight aiming is required, consult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim.
Maintenance and service J Headlight CAUTION Halogen headlight bulbs become very hot while in use. B For GT and OUTBACK models HBB039BA HBB040BB Remove the headlight bulb cover, by turning it counterclockwise. - CONTINUED - 11-51 If you touch the bulb surface with alcohol. If there ..., finger prints or grease on the bulb surface develop into hot spots, causing the bulb to break. NOTE If headlight aiming is required, consult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim.