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Question posted by Tvshebad on January 11th, 2014
What Fuel Octane Rating Whould Be Used In 04 Outback 2.5 Engine
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Owner's Manual - Page 167
... wiper on the windshield, blocking your view. Wiper and washer
In freezing weather, do not use the windshield washer. Do not operate the washer continuously for more than ten seconds, or when...may cause overheating of the washer motor.
Check the washer fluid level frequently, such as at fuel stops. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield or rear window is dry.
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The...
Owner's Manual - Page 266
... built-in grommet, by placing the grommet over the pin and pushing downward.
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6-21 To use the hook, push the upper portion and the shopping bag hook will appear. Interior equipment
For station wagon models
Floor mat (if equipped)
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A shopping bag hook is attached to the fuel filler door release.
Owner's Manual - Page 274
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Stopping the engine ...Manual transmission ...Automatic transmission (L, L-S, OUTBACK) ... Starting the engine for a manual transmission vehicle ...Starting the engine for an automatic transmission vehicle ...Starting the engine during cold weather below -4°F (-20°C) ...Starting a flooded engine ...Shifting speeds ...Driving tips ...Selector lever ...Shift lock...
Owner's Manual - Page 275
... sometimes knocks lightly when you accelerate. Fuel octane rating This octane rating is the average of the Research Oc7-2 See your dealer or a qualified service technician if you live in quality or use of an inappropriate fuel additive may impair driveability and fuel economy. If you use premium grade unleaded gasoline. For optimum engine performance and driveability, it will operate...
Owner's Manual - Page 276
...service. If you are not sure what the fuel contains, you use of unleaded gasoline having lower sulfur to your warranty. The CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp may
7-3 MMT Some gasoline contains an octane-enhancing additive called oxygenates. Your use a high quality fuel with materials called MMT (Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl). Oxygenated...
Owner's Manual - Page 277
Do not use fuel containing methanol EXCEPT under the SUBARU Limited Warranty. Methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) is accompanied by sufficient quantities of the proper cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors required to prevent damage to reduce vehicle emissions. Starting and operating
been reformulated to the fuel system.
Fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rating no lower...
Owner's Manual - Page 287
... L 30 (49) 51 (82) 73 (117) GT 29 (47) 49 (79) 70 (112) OUTBACK 31 (50) 52 (84) 74 (119)
Driving tips
Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and ...use ) the brakes while descending a hill, they may , on the transmission components. Either of an accident increased. This may cause clutch damage. In this helps to maintain a safe speed and to excessive engine wear and poor fuel...
Owner's Manual - Page 292
... a standstill.
Always set the parking brake when parking your vehicle. The engine may be lost and the risk of an accident increased. When shifting down... application of engine brakes when the vehicle is travelling on an uphill grade by using the "D", "3", "2", or "1" position. Do not keep the vehicle in the "D", "3", "2", "1" or "R" position. mph (km/h) Position L, L-S OUTBACK 2.5 liter ...
Owner's Manual - Page 301
... the following steps: To override the shift lock: 1. Remove the cover by prying on an uphill grade by using the "D", "3", "2" or "1" position. UB7029BA
3. Starting and operating
mph (km/h) Position 1 2 3 2....the "D", "3", "2", "1", or "R" position. Set the parking brake and stop the engine. 2.
Use the brake instead.
This phenomenon does not indicate a fault. Do not keep the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 338
... depending on the distribution of the vehicle, fuel, driver, all passengers, luggage, any optional equipment and trailer tongue load. Do not use replacement tires with a higher load range than... Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
In addition, the total weight applied to the driver's side door shows GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) and GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating). UBF019BA...
Owner's Manual - Page 525
... container. Refer to as the Anti Knock Index (AKI). Fuel octane rating
This octane rating is the average of the Research Octane and Motor Octane numbers and is recommended that you use premium grade unleaded gasoline. "Fuel" section in this manual. For optimum engine performance and driveability, it is commonly referred to
Engine oil capacity:
2.5 liter models: 4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp...
Owner's Manual - Page 274
...To turn off the cruise control ...To change the cruising speed ...
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Stopping the engine ...Manual transmission ...Automatic transmission (L, L-S, OUTBACK) ... only) ...Preparing to drive ...Starting the engine ...Fuel requirements ...Fuel filler lid and cap ...
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Owner's Manual - Page 275
... engine. Gasoline sold outside California is permitted to operate using premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. See your dealer or a qualified service technician if you use a fuel with the specified octane rating and your vehicle knocks heavily or persistently. It is the average of the Research Oc7-2 If you drive up label. Fuel octane rating...
Owner's Manual - Page 276
... and oxygenates and if they have
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Do not let fuel spill on . MMT Some gasoline contains an octane-enhancing additive called oxygenates. If this occurs, return to an authorized ... damage, which are not sure what the fuel contains, you are designed to your engine and fuel system. If it is determined that you use of fuel used in your vehicle, but should contain no ...
Owner's Manual - Page 277
As additional guidance, only use fuels suited for your SUBARU dealer. Do not use of gasoline before seeking service at your vehicle as explained below. Fuel should be unleaded and have an octane rating no lower than that specified in your vehicle ONLY if it does not exceed 5% of the fuel mixture AND if it is sometimes mixed...
Owner's Manual - Page 287
...115) L 30 (49) 51 (82) 73 (117) GT 29 (47) 49 (79) 70 (112) OUTBACK 31 (50) 52 (84) 74 (119)
Driving tips
Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and do .... Remember, if you "ride" (over use the clutch to hold your hand resting on an upgrade.
Starting and operating
pery surface can lead to excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. The following table shows the maximum ...
Owner's Manual - Page 292
... brake when parking your vehicle. Use the brake instead. When shifting down a gear, ensure that the vehicle is travelling on an uphill grade by using the "D", "3", "2", or "1"...the Maximum Allowable Speed of the gear which is not in engine damage. This phenomenon does not indicate a
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In order to be selected. mph (km/h) Position L, L-S OUTBACK 2.5 liter 1 2 3 26 (42) 57 (92)...
Owner's Manual - Page 301
Set the parking brake and stop the engine. 2. The engine may, on the edge with the regular screwdriver.
7-28 Driving tips Always apply the foot or parking brake when the vehicle is stopped in a stationary...51 (83), 55 (88)* 85 (136), 93 (150)*
Shift lock release
If the selector lever does not move from the "P" position with only the transmission. Use the brake instead. Remove the cover by...
Owner's Manual - Page 338
...GAW) must never exceed the GVWR. Do not use replacement tires with a higher load range than the ...GVW changes depending on the distribution of the vehicle, fuel, driver, all passengers, luggage, any optional equipment...Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
In addition, the total weight applied to the driver's side door shows GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) and GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating...
Owner's Manual - Page 525
... STATION REFERENCE Fuel:
2.5 Liter models Use only unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. 3.0 Liter models Use premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI may be used if necessary. Regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher.
Fuel capacity:
16.9 US gal (64 liters, 14.1 Imp gal)
Engine oil:
Use only API...
