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...time without prior notice and without incurring any obligation to change specifications and designs at the time of resale. reserves the right to make the same or similar changes on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD. The next owner will need...emission pollutants. Please leave this manual carefully so that you purchased your SUBARU in this manual are registered trademarks of printing. Some explanations, therefore may understand your vehicle. The information, specifications and illustrations found herein. This Owner's Manual applies to read this ...
...time without prior notice and without incurring any obligation to change specifications and designs at the time of resale. reserves the right to make the same or similar changes on choosing a SUBARU vehicle. FUJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD. The next owner will need...emission pollutants. Please leave this manual carefully so that you purchased your SUBARU in this manual are registered trademarks of printing. Some explanations, therefore may understand your vehicle. The information, specifications and illustrations found herein. This Owner's Manual applies to read this ...
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... need to take your SUBARU to the dealer for scheduled maintenance and informs you want to read these safety warnings as well as all that could result in which serious injury or death could result if the caution is ignored. Chapter 12: Specifications This chapter informs you... to potential hazards that 's in which injury or damage to your SUBARU running properly. Please read . Chapter 14: Index This is an alphabetical listing of WARNINGs, ...
... need to take your SUBARU to the dealer for scheduled maintenance and informs you want to read these safety warnings as well as all that could result in which serious injury or death could result if the caution is ignored. Chapter 12: Specifications This chapter informs you... to potential hazards that 's in which injury or damage to your SUBARU running properly. Please read . Chapter 14: Index This is an alphabetical listing of WARNINGs, ...
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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 - CONTINUED - xi
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 - CONTINUED - xi
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The lap belt should consult their doctor for specific recommendations. J Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) The driver's seatbelt has an Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR). When the seatbelt is once drawn out completely and is then ...
The lap belt should consult their doctor for specific recommendations. J Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) The driver's seatbelt has an Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR). When the seatbelt is once drawn out completely and is then ...
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Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immediately. Always make sure this light is operating. gal.). It only operates when the ignition switch is in "ON"), it could be an indication ... (if equipped) This light comes on when the tank is nearly empty about 2.6 U.S. Have your vehicle checked by a SUBARU dealer immediately. gal. (10.0 liters, or 2.2 Imp. gal.). J Door open warning lights The specific door open warning light comes on if any of the following conditions. gal. (14 liters, 3.1 Imp. The VDC system...
Have your vehicle checked at a SUBARU dealer immediately. Always make sure this light is operating. gal.). It only operates when the ignition switch is in "ON"), it could be an indication ... (if equipped) This light comes on when the tank is nearly empty about 2.6 U.S. Have your vehicle checked by a SUBARU dealer immediately. gal. (10.0 liters, or 2.2 Imp. gal.). J Door open warning lights The specific door open warning light comes on if any of the following conditions. gal. (14 liters, 3.1 Imp. The VDC system...
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...plan features all of your request for help. No matter what the problem is included with each vehicle at www.onstar.com for a specific duration with your OnStar advisor to determine which plan is (flat tire, out of the following services are available within plans are operable...features, plus Route Support, RideAssist and Information and Convenience services. B Roadside assistance*** There's nothing worse than being stranded on the road with a specific one-year service plan that allows use of some or all of the Safe & Sound services, plus fee-free OnStar MED-NET and the ...
...plan features all of your request for help. No matter what the problem is included with each vehicle at www.onstar.com for a specific duration with your OnStar advisor to determine which plan is (flat tire, out of the following services are available within plans are operable...features, plus Route Support, RideAssist and Information and Convenience services. B Roadside assistance*** There's nothing worse than being stranded on the road with a specific one-year service plan that allows use of some or all of the Safe & Sound services, plus fee-free OnStar MED-NET and the ...
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...on the underhood tune-up label. Gasoline sold outside California is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. SUBARU recommends that meets the clean burning low-sulfur California gasoline specifications. If you should contain no more than California, your vehicle will help keep your... engine in tune and your emission control system working properly, and is a way of your SUBARU. 7 - CONTINUED - 7-3 It is ...
...on the underhood tune-up label. Gasoline sold outside California is not covered under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. SUBARU recommends that meets the clean burning low-sulfur California gasoline specifications. If you should contain no more than California, your vehicle will help keep your... engine in tune and your emission control system working properly, and is a way of your SUBARU. 7 - CONTINUED - 7-3 It is ...
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...the vehicle speed. (Shift into a lower gear when necessary.) Avoid shifting down abruptly. This may develop on slippery surfaces. 8-12 If your SUBARU is not going to be used , its freezing, use of vehicle control. Always maintain ample distance between your vehicle's braking performance on snowy ...or icy roads. When an antifreeze additive is used for sudden braking. Use only additives that are specifically designed for snow or ice buildup on slippery roads such as snowy or icy roads. To supplement the foot brake, use the cruise...
...the vehicle speed. (Shift into a lower gear when necessary.) Avoid shifting down abruptly. This may develop on slippery surfaces. 8-12 If your SUBARU is not going to be used , its freezing, use of vehicle control. Always maintain ample distance between your vehicle's braking performance on snowy ...or icy roads. When an antifreeze additive is used for sudden braking. Use only additives that are specifically designed for snow or ice buildup on slippery roads such as snowy or icy roads. To supplement the foot brake, use the cruise...
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J Snow tires B All models except Outback D When replacing original tires with "all times regardless of the type of vehicle control. When you choose a tire, make sure you should never mix radial, ... to enhance performance through use a combination of radial, belted bias or bias tires since this may be possible to the drive train of tires designed specifically for winter driving conditions. D Do not use of your vehicle.
J Snow tires B All models except Outback D When replacing original tires with "all times regardless of the type of vehicle control. When you choose a tire, make sure you should never mix radial, ... to enhance performance through use a combination of radial, belted bias or bias tires since this may be possible to the drive train of tires designed specifically for winter driving conditions. D Do not use of your vehicle.
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... cause dangerous handling characteristics and lead to enhance performance through use only the same size and construction as original equipment. Your Outback comes with that same size designation may be too large for winter driving conditions. D You must install four winter tires ...bias or bias tires since it may actually be possible to an accident. When you use of tires designed specifically for the - CONTINUED - WARNING 8 8-15 Driving tips B Outback models only D When replacing original tires with "all season tires" which are of vehicle control. Mixing other...
... cause dangerous handling characteristics and lead to enhance performance through use only the same size and construction as original equipment. Your Outback comes with that same size designation may be too large for winter driving conditions. D You must install four winter tires ...bias or bias tires since it may actually be possible to an accident. When you use of tires designed specifically for the - CONTINUED - WARNING 8 8-15 Driving tips B Outback models only D When replacing original tires with "all season tires" which are of vehicle control. Mixing other...
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... is securely fixed to the crossbars. Driving tips Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and front and rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Use only attachments designed specifically for information on loading cargo into or onto your vehicle" section in a dangerous road hazard. Drive carefully. Always properly secure all cargo. on the roof...
... is securely fixed to the crossbars. Driving tips Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and front and rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). Use only attachments designed specifically for information on loading cargo into or onto your vehicle" section in a dangerous road hazard. Drive carefully. Always properly secure all cargo. on the roof...
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... please consult your vehicle or trailer as a precaution against getting a flat tire, be maintained in the front tires. OUTBACK: The recommended cold tire pressure under the door striker on your vehicle are cold. n Tires WARNING Never tow a ...brake lights and parking lights each time you carry a regular size spare tire in accordance with the trailer manufacturer's specifications. If you hitch up. Adjust the rear tire pressure to the recommended pressure shown on the tire placard when... the tires on the driver's side. Normal pressure should be in your SUBARU dealer.
... please consult your vehicle or trailer as a precaution against getting a flat tire, be maintained in the front tires. OUTBACK: The recommended cold tire pressure under the door striker on your vehicle are cold. n Tires WARNING Never tow a ...brake lights and parking lights each time you carry a regular size spare tire in accordance with the trailer manufacturer's specifications. If you hitch up. Adjust the rear tire pressure to the recommended pressure shown on the tire placard when... the tires on the driver's side. Normal pressure should be in your SUBARU dealer.
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... the reservoir while the engine is close to or lower than the "LOW" level mark, add coolant up to operate when the engine coolant reaches a specific temperature. Check the coolant level on the outside of coolant is empty, remove the radiator cap and refill as required. 11 - CONTINUED - 11-15 If... system. If the fuse is recommended that the cooling system and connections be defective. It is not blown, have the cooling system checked by your SUBARU dealer.
... the reservoir while the engine is close to or lower than the "LOW" level mark, add coolant up to operate when the engine coolant reaches a specific temperature. Check the coolant level on the outside of coolant is empty, remove the radiator cap and refill as required. 11 - CONTINUED - 11-15 If... system. If the fuse is recommended that the cooling system and connections be defective. It is not blown, have the cooling system checked by your SUBARU dealer.
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...-H0224 Stop the engine and firmly depress the brake pedal several times. Brake pedal Check the brake pedal free play is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU dealer. B Checking the brake pedal reserve distance More than 2.56 in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet". B Checking the brake pedal free play with a force...
...-H0224 Stop the engine and firmly depress the brake pedal several times. Brake pedal Check the brake pedal free play is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU dealer. B Checking the brake pedal reserve distance More than 2.56 in the "Warranty and Maintenance Booklet". B Checking the brake pedal free play with a force...
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...clutch pedal free play and reserve distance according to check that there are no abnormal noises when the clutch pedal is smaller than the specification, or when the pedal does not operate smoothly, contact with your finger until you feel resistance, and check the free play is... not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU dealer. B Checking the clutch function Check the clutch engagement and disengagement. 1. Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal slowly to the...
...clutch pedal free play and reserve distance according to check that there are no abnormal noises when the clutch pedal is smaller than the specification, or when the pedal does not operate smoothly, contact with your finger until you feel resistance, and check the free play is... not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU dealer. B Checking the clutch function Check the clutch engagement and disengagement. 1. Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal slowly to the...
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...to -tire clearances and inappropriately changes the vehicle's ground clearance. For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU recommends replacing all four tires at the same time. Replacement wheels are available from SUBARU dealers. 11 WARNING Use only those fitted as standard equipment. It also creates incorrect body... to replace the tires with new ones that are specified for example, to damage, make sure the replacement wheels match the specifications of vehicle control could interfere with belted bias tires and/or bias-ply tires. Mixing tires of different types, sizes or degrees...
...to -tire clearances and inappropriately changes the vehicle's ground clearance. For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU recommends replacing all four tires at the same time. Replacement wheels are available from SUBARU dealers. 11 WARNING Use only those fitted as standard equipment. It also creates incorrect body... to replace the tires with new ones that are specified for example, to damage, make sure the replacement wheels match the specifications of vehicle control could interfere with belted bias tires and/or bias-ply tires. Mixing tires of different types, sizes or degrees...
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Specifications Specifications ...Dimensions ...Engine ...Electrical system ...Capacities ...Tires ...Wheel alignment ... 12-2 12-2 12-3 12-3 12-4 12-4 12-5 Fuses and circuits ... 12-6 Fuse panel located behind the coin tray ...12-6 Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ...12-10 Bulb chart ...12-14 Vehicle identification ...12-15 12
Specifications Specifications ...Dimensions ...Engine ...Electrical system ...Capacities ...Tires ...Wheel alignment ... 12-2 12-2 12-3 12-3 12-4 12-4 12-5 Fuses and circuits ... 12-6 Fuse panel located behind the coin tray ...12-6 Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ...12-10 Bulb chart ...12-14 Vehicle identification ...12-15 12
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Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. J Dimensions Legacy sedan Overall length Overall width Overall height Ground clearance Front tread Rear tread Wheelbase Legacy station wagon ....6 in (1,525 mm)* 6.3 in (160 mm) 57.5 in (1,460 mm) 57.3 in (1,455 mm) 104.3 in (2,650 mm) OUTBACK sedan Overall length Overall width Overall height Ground clearance Front tread Rear tread Wheelbase OUTBACK station wagon Overall length Overall width 184.4 in (4,685 mm) 68.7 in (1,745 mm) 58.3 in (1,480 mm...
Specifications These specifications are subject to change without notice. J Dimensions Legacy sedan Overall length Overall width Overall height Ground clearance Front tread Rear tread Wheelbase Legacy station wagon ....6 in (1,525 mm)* 6.3 in (160 mm) 57.5 in (1,460 mm) 57.3 in (1,455 mm) 104.3 in (2,650 mm) OUTBACK sedan Overall length Overall width Overall height Ground clearance Front tread Rear tread Wheelbase OUTBACK station wagon Overall length Overall width 184.4 in (4,685 mm) 68.7 in (1,745 mm) 58.3 in (1,480 mm...
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Specifications Overall height Ground clearance 2.5 liter models 3.0 liter models Front tread Rear tread Wheelbase 62.2 in (1,580 mm) 7.3 in (185 mm) 7.9 in (200 mm) 57.9 in (1,...
Specifications Overall height Ground clearance 2.5 liter models 3.0 liter models Front tread Rear tread Wheelbase 62.2 in (1,580 mm) 7.3 in (185 mm) 7.9 in (200 mm) 57.9 in (1,...
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Specifications GT, L Temporary spare Wheel size *1: GT models 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kg/cm2) 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kg/cm2) 15 x 6JJ, 16 x 61/2JJ OUTBACK Type Size Temporary spare Pressure Front Trailer towing Rear Trailer towing Temporary spare Wheel size Steel belted radial, Tubeless P225/60R16 97H T145/80R16 30 ...' 0 " 0.12 in (0 " 3 mm) 0 " 0.12 in (0 " 3 mm) 0°20' " 30' -0°10' " 45' 0 " 0.12 in (0 " 3 mm) - CONTINUED - Legacy station wagon Toe Front Rear Camber Front Rear OUTBACK sedan Toe Front Rear Camber Front Rear OUTBACK station wagon Toe Front 12 12-5
Specifications GT, L Temporary spare Wheel size *1: GT models 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kg/cm2) 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kg/cm2) 15 x 6JJ, 16 x 61/2JJ OUTBACK Type Size Temporary spare Pressure Front Trailer towing Rear Trailer towing Temporary spare Wheel size Steel belted radial, Tubeless P225/60R16 97H T145/80R16 30 ...' 0 " 0.12 in (0 " 3 mm) 0 " 0.12 in (0 " 3 mm) 0°20' " 30' -0°10' " 45' 0 " 0.12 in (0 " 3 mm) - CONTINUED - Legacy station wagon Toe Front Rear Camber Front Rear OUTBACK sedan Toe Front Rear Camber Front Rear OUTBACK station wagon Toe Front 12 12-5