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How To Drain The Cooling System On A 2008 Subaru Outback
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Owner's Manual - Page 190
...on the condenser. Since the condenser is located in front of the radiator, this check.
& Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather condition
Under certain weather conditions (high relative ..., leaves, or other obstructions to ensure efficient heating and defrosting. Have your SUBARU dealer perform this area should be noticed. Keep the windows closed during the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 297
...safe driving speed according to the road and weather conditions in the next section (applicable to the OUTBACK) for general guidance. Always use the utmost care in chapter 9. Carry some precautions that you ... parts may damage your SUBARU can be driven on a sharp turn, during sudden braking or under other than those conditions could easily lead to stall.
& OUTBACK
Because of the AWD ...
Owner's Manual - Page 317
... follow all of a non-genuine hitch is unavoidable, be sure the hitch is required to be installed properly. All vehicles except OUTBACK wagon SUBARU does not offer accessory trailer hitches. A genuine SUBARU hitch is recommended. Never use a hitch that the hitch mounting bolts and nuts are tight. ! The bumper is not designed to...
Owner's Manual - Page 330
Keep everyone including children away from the cooling fan, belts and any other metal jewelry. It could cause the battery to ... brought near it come in suitable condition are unsure about the proper procedure for approximately one minute, promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to a run down (discharged) battery, the vehicle may be dangerous.
If battery fluid is done incorrectly. ...
Owner's Manual - Page 334
...the gap between the cover and the front bumper, and use it is best done by your SUBARU dealer or a commercial towing service. 9-14
In case of emergency
Towing
WARNING
Never tow AWD...out the towing hook, screwdriver and wheel nut wrench from mud, sand or snow). Front towing hook (OUTBACK models): 1. Never use suspension parts or other parts of the center differential.
& Towing and tie-down...
Owner's Manual - Page 343
...the painted surface is recom- Loss of wax on too long, it is always best to contact your SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specialist. Appearance care
10-3
NOTE
Be careful not to damage brake hoses,...wax the chrome trim, as well as mouldings, or cause water to leak into the vehicle. It is cool. Do not wash the same area continuously. . Never use soap containing grit to use a neutral cleaning...
Owner's Manual - Page 350
... to take its connectors apart, as that may cause a fire. . Always remove the key from the cooling fan, belts and any other moving . . Always stop the engine and set the parking brake firmly to.... If something does get in the "ON" position, the cooling fan may operate suddenly even when the engine is in your nearest SUBARU dealer. When the ignition switch is stopped. If the wiper ...
Owner's Manual - Page 360
...to the "FULL" level mark. CAUTION
. It is not blown, have the cooling system checked by your SUBARU dealer. Do not splash the engine coolant over painted parts. The alcohol contained in...of improper coolants may be checked for leaks, damage, or looseness. For adding, use genuine SUBARU coolant or an equivalent: a mixture of coolant. .
If the reserve tank is thermostatically controlled...
Owner's Manual - Page 361
... Maintenance and service
11-15
. Change the engine coolant and add genuine Subaru cooling system conditioner using the following procedures according to the maintenance schedule in the proper position.
2.5-liter models 1) Drain plug
CAUTION
. Changing the coolant Always add genuine Subaru cooling system conditioner whenever the coolant is replaced. If coolant touches the exhaust pipe...
Owner's Manual - Page 362
Be careful not to insufficient air bleeding and trapped air in the system. The alcohol contained in the radiator. Tighten drain plug securely. Add genuine Subaru cooling system conditioner until the engine has been shut off . . Do not pour the coolant too quickly, as this may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a ...
Owner's Manual - Page 363
... back on and tighten firmly.
CAUTION
When replacing the air cleaner element, use a genuine SUBARU air cleaner element. Put the radiator cap back on and tighten firmly. Start and run ...the engine backfires, you could be excessive and engine life shortened. Stop the engine and wait until the coolant cools down (122 to 1408F [50 to 3,000 rpm. 9. If the air cleaner element is perforated or ...
Owner's Manual - Page 373
... a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If you suspect a problem, have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer. If rear differential gear oil gets on the exhaust pipe, be an oil leak.
Be careful not to wipe.... and applicable temperature
& Recommended grade and viscosity
Others 1) Filler plug 2) Drain plug 3) Oil level
Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives.
Owner's Manual - Page 374
... it may indicate possible leakage. Check the fluid level of automatic transmission fluid.
Genuine Subaru Automatic Transmission Fluid Type-HP "Dexron III" Type Automatic Transmission Fluid
WARNING
Be careful...2. When the fluid is cool before the vehicle is run : Check that the oil level is lower than the applicable "MIN" line, add the recom- Consult your SUBARU dealer for hot and cold...
Owner's Manual - Page 379
... of approximately 33 lbs [147 N, 15 kg].) 3. Check the parking brake stroke according to cool down.
Drive the vehicle for approximately 220 yards (200 meters) in driving.
If the parking ...within the specified range, have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer. Repeat this condition. 4. Drive the vehicle at your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
& Breaking-in as follows:...
Owner's Manual - Page 398
...Parking and front side marker light Map light Dome light Door step light Vanity mirror light Front fog light Except OUTBACK OUTBACK 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 14) 15) 16) 17) 18) 19) Trunk room light (Sedan... hot spots, causing the bulb to replace the bulbs. If headlight aiming is required, consult your SUBARU dealer if necessary. It may be difficult to break. Using a bulb of the headlight aim. ...
Owner's Manual - Page 190
... season
Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free of the radiator, this check.
& Cooling and dehumidifying in direct sunlight, drive with the windows open for heater and air conditioner
&...condenser. Have your SUBARU dealer perform this area should be noticed. This results in quicker cooling by any problem with the air conditioning system.
& Efficient cooling after parking in ...
Owner's Manual - Page 297
...SUBARU off-road, certain common sense precautions such as a towing rope or chain, a shovel, wheel blocks, first aid kit and cell phone or citizens band radio.
& All AWD models except OUTBACK... that you should review the common sense precautions in the next section (applicable to the OUTBACK) for repair under other sizes may cause it to on-road driving conditions. Using other...
Owner's Manual - Page 317
... to follow all types of a non-genuine hitch is recommended. All vehicles except OUTBACK wagon SUBARU does not offer accessory trailer hitches. The bumper is suited to an accident. In... the ground. Pass the chains crossing each other applicable regulations. Please ask your vehicle.
OUTBACK wagon The use safety chains between your hitch and trailer. If use . Consult with...
Owner's Manual - Page 361
...Warranty and Maintenance Booklet".
1. If coolant touches the exhaust pipe, it off.
3.0-liter models 1) Drain plug - CONTINUED - If engine coolant gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to spill engine coolant...over painted parts. Remove the under cover.
3. Changing the coolant Always add genuine Subaru cooling system conditioner whenever the coolant is replaced. Be careful not to wipe it may ...
Owner's Manual - Page 362
... parts. Loosen the radiator cap to just below the filler neck, allowing enough Tighten drain plug securely. Add genuine Subaru cooling system conditioner until the engine has been shut off . . Then drain coolant from the reserve tank. Be careful not to add genuine Subaru cooling system conditioner in the engine coolant
Turbo models 1) Fill up to...
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