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.... This Owner's Manual applies to all models and covers all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU in your SUBARU or the nearest SUBARU dealer. This Owner's Manual has all equipment, including factory installed options. The information, specifications and illustrations found herein. Foreword Congratulations on vehicles previously sold. reserves the right to properly maintain...
.... This Owner's Manual applies to all models and covers all the information necessary to keep your SUBARU in your SUBARU or the nearest SUBARU dealer. This Owner's Manual has all equipment, including factory installed options. The information, specifications and illustrations found herein. Foreword Congratulations on vehicles previously sold. reserves the right to properly maintain...
Owner's Manual
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... seatbelt and contains precautions for scheduled maintenance and informs you how to keep your SUBARU looking good. Failure to observe these instructions may result in this manual. Chapter 12: Specifications This chapter informs you operate your vehicle, carefully read this manual. This manual ...is composed of your audio system. Chapter 11: Maintenance and service This chapter informs you when you need to take your SUBARU to the dealer for the...
... seatbelt and contains precautions for scheduled maintenance and informs you how to keep your SUBARU looking good. Failure to observe these instructions may result in this manual. Chapter 12: Specifications This chapter informs you operate your vehicle, carefully read this manual. This manual ...is composed of your audio system. Chapter 11: Maintenance and service This chapter informs you when you need to take your SUBARU to the dealer for the...
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Table of contents Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Keys and doors Instruments and controls Climate control Audio Interior equipment Starting and operating Driving tips In case of emergency Appearance care Maintenance and service Specifications Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Index 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Table of contents Seat, seatbelt and SRS airbags Keys and doors Instruments and controls Climate control Audio Interior equipment Starting and operating Driving tips In case of emergency Appearance care Maintenance and service Specifications Consumer information and Reporting safety defects Index 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Owner's Manual
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... behind the child's back. Care must be restrained using the seatbelts. Children If a child is suitable for your vehicle. They should consult their doctor for specific recommendations. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in this chapter. Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) The...
... behind the child's back. Care must be restrained using the seatbelts. Children If a child is suitable for your vehicle. They should consult their doctor for specific recommendations. According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in this chapter. Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) The...
Owner's Manual
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... brake pads. Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light comes on when the tank is not fully closed. Door open warning lights The specific door open warning light comes on if any door or the rear gate is nearly empty about 2 seconds later. - CONTINUED - 3-15 Always make sure this... about 2.6 US gal (10.0 liters, or 2.2 Imp gal). drive. NOTE This light does not go out unless the tank is replenished up to the nearest SUBARU dealer for AT vehicles except GT and vehicle with VDC) This light comes on when the ignition switch is below the "MIN" mark in the...
... brake pads. Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light comes on when the tank is not fully closed. Door open warning lights The specific door open warning light comes on if any door or the rear gate is nearly empty about 2 seconds later. - CONTINUED - 3-15 Always make sure this... about 2.6 US gal (10.0 liters, or 2.2 Imp gal). drive. NOTE This light does not go out unless the tank is replenished up to the nearest SUBARU dealer for AT vehicles except GT and vehicle with VDC) This light comes on when the ignition switch is below the "MIN" mark in the...
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...Check with your dealership or with your vehicle's location (as long as Automatic Notification of these plans is normally included for a specific duration with your exact location and your vehicle. Interior equipment Volume control You can control the volume of the OnStar System using...unlock capabilities vary by vehicle OnStar subscription plans*1 The OnStar safe & sound plan Choose this plan for help. Your vehicle comes with a specific oneyear service plan that allows use of some or all of the Directions & Connections features, plus Route Support, RideAssist and Information and ...
...Check with your dealership or with your vehicle's location (as long as Automatic Notification of these plans is normally included for a specific duration with your exact location and your vehicle. Interior equipment Volume control You can control the volume of the OnStar System using...unlock capabilities vary by vehicle OnStar subscription plans*1 The OnStar safe & sound plan Choose this plan for help. Your vehicle comes with a specific oneyear service plan that allows use of some or all of the Directions & Connections features, plus Route Support, RideAssist and Information and ...
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...is designed to operate using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of the Research Oc7-2 It is designed to as indicated on gasoline meeting Federal specifications. Regular unleaded gasoline with gasoline that you accelerate. California fuel If your vehicle was certified to have higher sulfur levels, which may affect ... and your vehicle's catalytic converter Fuel requirements 2.5 Liter models The 2.5 Liter engine is recommended that meets the clean burning low-sulfur California gasoline specifications. Under no circumstances should leaded gasoline be used if necessary.
...is designed to operate using unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of the Research Oc7-2 It is designed to as indicated on gasoline meeting Federal specifications. Regular unleaded gasoline with gasoline that you accelerate. California fuel If your vehicle was certified to have higher sulfur levels, which may affect ... and your vehicle's catalytic converter Fuel requirements 2.5 Liter models The 2.5 Liter engine is recommended that meets the clean burning low-sulfur California gasoline specifications. Under no circumstances should leaded gasoline be used if necessary.
Owner's Manual
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..., raise the wiper blades off the glass to prevent damage to them. Place the shift lever in "1" or "R" for long periods in that are specifically designed for an extended period, it , being careful not to capacity. Instead, observe the following: 1. When the vehicle has been left parked during ...fuel system and the risk of vehicle control. This may develop on roads heavily covered with the engine running. Use tire stops under your SUBARU is caked snow or ice, remove it is refilled whenever the fuel level reaches half empty. Driving tips Parking in cold weather To help...
..., raise the wiper blades off the glass to prevent damage to them. Place the shift lever in "1" or "R" for long periods in that are specifically designed for an extended period, it , being careful not to capacity. Instead, observe the following: 1. When the vehicle has been left parked during ...fuel system and the risk of vehicle control. This may develop on roads heavily covered with the engine running. Use tire stops under your SUBARU is caked snow or ice, remove it is refilled whenever the fuel level reaches half empty. Driving tips Parking in cold weather To help...
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...through use of vehicle control. If you choose to install winter tires on your vehicle, be possible to loss of tires designed specifically for winter driving conditions. You must install four winter tires that are designed to provide an adequate measure of traction, handling ... the drive train of vehicle control. Using other sizes, circumferences or constructions may affect ride, handling, braking and speedometer/odometer calibration. OUTBACK models only When replacing original tires with winter (snow) tires, make sure you use only the same size and construction as the...
...through use of vehicle control. If you choose to install winter tires on your vehicle, be possible to loss of tires designed specifically for winter driving conditions. You must install four winter tires that are designed to provide an adequate measure of traction, handling ... the drive train of vehicle control. Using other sizes, circumferences or constructions may affect ride, handling, braking and speedometer/odometer calibration. OUTBACK models only When replacing original tires with winter (snow) tires, make sure you use only the same size and construction as the...
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...also may be possible to enhance performance through use of tires designed specifically for winter driving conditions. If you should be aware that some .... In winter, it may result in year-round driving. You must install four winter tires that we recommend. Your OUTBACK comes with "all season tires" as original equipment. When you choose a tire, make sure that are of the ... mix radial, belted bias or bias tires since it may be used on your vehicle, be too large for OUTBACK - CONTINUED - 8-15 Do not use the correct tire size and type. Driving tips ous and lead to...
...also may be possible to enhance performance through use of tires designed specifically for winter driving conditions. If you should be aware that some .... In winter, it may result in year-round driving. You must install four winter tires that we recommend. Your OUTBACK comes with "all season tires" as original equipment. When you choose a tire, make sure that are of the ... mix radial, belted bias or bias tires since it may be used on your vehicle, be too large for OUTBACK - CONTINUED - 8-15 Do not use the correct tire size and type. Driving tips ous and lead to...
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... secured on the attachment. Drive carefully. Crosswind effects will be removed when you do not use the roof to carry cargo. 1. Use only attachments designed specifically for the crossbars. To remove the crossbar 1 2 UB8048BB NOTE 1) T-30 torx® head screw 2) Lower clamp Remember that the cargo is securely fixed to carry...
... secured on the attachment. Drive carefully. Crosswind effects will be removed when you do not use the roof to carry cargo. 1. Use only attachments designed specifically for the crossbars. To remove the crossbar 1 2 UB8048BB NOTE 1) T-30 torx® head screw 2) Lower clamp Remember that the cargo is securely fixed to carry...
Owner's Manual
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... capacity and accommodate wiring changes. Use of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in accordance with the trailer manufacturer's specifications. The recommended cold tire pressure under trailer towing conditions is used. For safety's sake, you should employ extra caution when ...proper inflation pressure should be different from normal operation. Connection of trailer lights to your SUBARU dealer. Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is shown in chapter 12, "Specifications" Trailer towing tips Never exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer in ...
... capacity and accommodate wiring changes. Use of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in accordance with the trailer manufacturer's specifications. The recommended cold tire pressure under trailer towing conditions is used. For safety's sake, you should employ extra caution when ...proper inflation pressure should be different from normal operation. Connection of trailer lights to your SUBARU dealer. Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is shown in chapter 12, "Specifications" Trailer towing tips Never exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) when towing a trailer in ...
Owner's Manual
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... close to or lower than the "LOW" level mark, add coolant up to operate when the engine coolant reaches a specific temperature. It is not blown, have the cooling system checked by your SUBARU dealer. 2Maintenance and service ed parts. If the fuse is recommended that the cooling system and connections be defective...
... close to or lower than the "LOW" level mark, add coolant up to operate when the engine coolant reaches a specific temperature. It is not blown, have the cooling system checked by your SUBARU dealer. 2Maintenance and service ed parts. If the fuse is recommended that the cooling system and connections be defective...
Owner's Manual
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.... Brake booster operates properly if the pedal stroke decreases with one minute then turn it checked by your SUBARU dealer. 1. With the engine off . Checking the brake pedal free play is not within proper specification, con- CONTINUED - 11-39 The distance the pedal travels should not change. 4. If the free play 1 HSB049BB...
.... Brake booster operates properly if the pedal stroke decreases with one minute then turn it checked by your SUBARU dealer. 1. With the engine off . Checking the brake pedal free play is not within proper specification, con- CONTINUED - 11-39 The distance the pedal travels should not change. 4. If the free play 1 HSB049BB...
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... 2.56 in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet". Checking the clutch function Check the clutch engagement and disengagement. 1. HSB050BB 1 1) More than the specification, or when the pedal does not operate smoothly, contact with a force of approximately 66 lbs (294 N, 30 kg) and measure the distance ...of slippage. Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal slowly to the maintenance schedule in (65 mm) Depress the pedal with your SUBARU dealer. When the measurement is depressed, and that the engine and transmission smoothly couple without any sign of the pedal pad and ...
... 2.56 in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet". Checking the clutch function Check the clutch engagement and disengagement. 1. HSB050BB 1 1) More than the specification, or when the pedal does not operate smoothly, contact with a force of approximately 66 lbs (294 N, 30 kg) and measure the distance ...of slippage. Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal slowly to the maintenance schedule in (65 mm) Depress the pedal with your SUBARU dealer. When the measurement is depressed, and that the engine and transmission smoothly couple without any sign of the pedal pad and ...
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...for costly brake rotor repair or replacement. 1 HSB049BB 1) 0.16 - 0.51 in (4.0 - 13.0 mm) Lightly press the clutch pedal down with your SUBARU dealer. HS7012BA The front disc brakes and the right rear disc brake have an audible wear indicators on the brake pads. 2Maintenance and service Checking... the clutch pedal free play . If the free play is not within proper specification, contact your finger until you feel resistance, and check the free play Replacement of brake pad and lining If you continue to their ...
...for costly brake rotor repair or replacement. 1 HSB049BB 1) 0.16 - 0.51 in (4.0 - 13.0 mm) Lightly press the clutch pedal down with your SUBARU dealer. HS7012BA The front disc brakes and the right rear disc brake have an audible wear indicators on the brake pads. 2Maintenance and service Checking... the clutch pedal free play . If the free play is not within proper specification, contact your finger until you feel resistance, and check the free play Replacement of brake pad and lining If you continue to their ...
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... control could interfere with belted bias tires and/or bias-ply Use only those fitted as standard equipment. Wheels not meeting specifications could lead to an accident. The resulting loss of tires can also dangerously reduce controllability and braking performance and can dangerously reduce... It also creates incorrect body-to rub against the wheel well housing during turns. Using tires of a non-specified size detracts from SUBARU dealers. tires. Do not use radial tires together with brake caliper operation and may cause the tires to -tire clearances and inappropriately ...
... control could interfere with belted bias tires and/or bias-ply Use only those fitted as standard equipment. Wheels not meeting specifications could lead to an accident. The resulting loss of tires can also dangerously reduce controllability and braking performance and can dangerously reduce... It also creates incorrect body-to rub against the wheel well housing during turns. Using tires of a non-specified size detracts from SUBARU dealers. tires. Do not use radial tires together with brake caliper operation and may cause the tires to -tire clearances and inappropriately ...
Owner's Manual
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Specifications Specifications ...Dimensions ...Engine ...Electrical system ...Capacities ...Tires ...Wheel alignment ...Fuse panel located behind the coin tray ...Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ... 12-2 12-2 12-3 12-3 12-4 12-5 12-5 Fuses and circuits ... 12-6 12-6 12-9 Bulb chart ...12-12 Vehicle identification ...12-13 12 12-1
Specifications Specifications ...Dimensions ...Engine ...Electrical system ...Capacities ...Tires ...Wheel alignment ...Fuse panel located behind the coin tray ...Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ... 12-2 12-2 12-3 12-3 12-4 12-5 12-5 Fuses and circuits ... 12-6 12-6 12-9 Bulb chart ...12-12 Vehicle identification ...12-13 12 12-1
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Specifications Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. Dimensions in (mm) Item Sedan 2.5-liter Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheel base Tread Front Rear Ground clearance *: ....3 (2,650) 57.5 (1,460) 57.3 (1,455) 6.3 (160) Legacy Wagon 2.5-liter Sedan 3.0-liter 2.5-liter 184.4 (4,685) 68.7 (1,745) 58.3 (1,480) 104.3 (2,650) 57.9 (1,470) 57.7 (1,465) 7.3 (185) OUTBACK Wagon 3.0-liter 187.4 (4,760) 68.7 (1,745) 62.2 (1,580) 104.3 (2,650) 57.9 (1,470) 57.7 (1,465) 7.3 (185) 7.9 (200) 12-2
Specifications Specifications Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. Dimensions in (mm) Item Sedan 2.5-liter Overall length Overall width Overall height Wheel base Tread Front Rear Ground clearance *: ....3 (2,650) 57.5 (1,460) 57.3 (1,455) 6.3 (160) Legacy Wagon 2.5-liter Sedan 3.0-liter 2.5-liter 184.4 (4,685) 68.7 (1,745) 58.3 (1,480) 104.3 (2,650) 57.9 (1,470) 57.7 (1,465) 7.3 (185) OUTBACK Wagon 3.0-liter 187.4 (4,760) 68.7 (1,745) 62.2 (1,580) 104.3 (2,650) 57.9 (1,470) 57.7 (1,465) 7.3 (185) 7.9 (200) 12-2
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... 12V-100A RC10YC4 (Champion) BKR6E-11 (NGK) BKR5E-11 (NGK) FR5AP-11 (NGK)* PLFR6A-11 (NGK) Alternator Spark plugs 3.0 liter *: CALIFORNIA spec models - CONTINUED - 12-3 Specifications Engine Engine model Engine type Displacement cc (cu-in) Bore × Stroke in (mm) Compression ratio Firing order EJ251, EJ259 (2.5 liter) EZ30D (3.0 liter) Horizontally opposed...
... 12V-100A RC10YC4 (Champion) BKR6E-11 (NGK) BKR5E-11 (NGK) FR5AP-11 (NGK)* PLFR6A-11 (NGK) Alternator Spark plugs 3.0 liter *: CALIFORNIA spec models - CONTINUED - 12-3 Specifications Engine Engine model Engine type Displacement cc (cu-in) Bore × Stroke in (mm) Compression ratio Firing order EJ251, EJ259 (2.5 liter) EZ30D (3.0 liter) Horizontally opposed...