2005 Subaru Forester Support Question
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What Is The Brake Pad Wear Limit On A 2005 Subaru Forester
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Owner's Manual - Page 159
... light does not go out even after the lapse of brake fluid or worn brake pads. If the brake system warning light should come on when the brake fluid level has dropped to the nearest SUBARU dealer for repair. However, the rear wheels will still function. Brake fluid level warning This light comes on while driving (with...
Owner's Manual - Page 258
...(for automatic transmission ...Shift lock release ...
7-12 7-12 7-15
7-13 7-14
7-9 7-10
Rear viscous limited slip differential (LSD) (if equipped) ...Power steering ...Braking ...
7-16 7-20
Self-leveling rear suspension (if equipped) ... Braking tips ...Brake system ...Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ...ABS system self-check ...ABS warning light ...Steps to drive ...Starting the engine...
Owner's Manual - Page 270
...reverse ONLY when the vehicle has completely stopped.
Never exceed the speed limit below for brief acceleration in an emergency. Starting and operating
Shift up ... to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to excessive engine wear and poor fuel economy. Shifting speeds
Recommended shifting speeds The best compromise... pedal is moving. Engine braking has no effect in the neutral position.
Owner's Manual - Page 271
... models 28 (46) 52 (83) 73 (118)
and do not use ) the brakes while descending a hill, they may cause wear on a slippery surface can result in turn can lead to labor. On steep downgrades,... this in engine damage. When shifting down a gear, ensure that the vehicle is about to extend brake pad life. as necessary; This may overheat and not work properly. Remember, if you "ride" (over...
Owner's Manual - Page 279
...brakes may start working improperly because of brake fluid overheating, caused by overheated brake pads. When descending a grade, if only the foot brake is punctured. If one circuit fails, the brake pedal will be longer. Starting and operating
Braking
Braking tips
Braking... of control of the brakes and needless wear on the brake pedal while driving. When the brakes get wet. To help...
Owner's Manual - Page 280
...disc brakes while braking, immediately have your SUBARU dealer.
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
The ABS system prevents the lock-up . Starting and operating
than normal and the braking distance...operates.
Always use the utmost care in the brake pedal.
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators
HS7012BA
The disc brake pad wear warning indicators on slippery road surfaces. This helps...
Owner's Manual - Page 303
.... Keep the tires inflated to an overhauled engine, newly mounted engine or when brake pads or brake linings are dependent on the tire placard, which is new. Avoid starting suddenly...miles (1,600 km)
Driving tips
Fuel economy hints
The following suggestions will increase tire wear and fuel consumption. Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration. Follow these instructions during the first...
Owner's Manual - Page 309
... maneuvers, especially at all times. Drive slowly and completely through rushing water; Never attempt to dry out the brake discs and brake pads. Do not take your SUBARU off -road vehicle nor an all of your tires, resulting in mind that are wearing seatbelts. Instead, drive either straight up or down slopes that an AWD...
Owner's Manual - Page 332
... vehicle to install a commercial trailer hitch. Your SUBARU's brake system is dangerous, or even lethal, if inhaled. Adequate size trailer brakes are recommended, and must be tapped into the trailer's hydraulic brake system. Do not directly connect your trailer's hydraulic brake system to the hydraulic brake system in your SUBARU dealer and professional trailer supplier for more...
Owner's Manual - Page 366
... ...11-38 Clutch pedal (MT vehicles) ...11-39 Hill holder (MT vehicles - if equipped) ...11-40 Replacement of brake pad and lining ...11-41 Parking brake stroke ...11-42 11-1
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ...11-41 Checking the clutch function ...11-39 Checking the clutch pedal free play ...11-40 Checking...
Owner's Manual - Page 369
... only by your eyes, thoroughly wash them out with the wiring of these wiring. Wear adequate eye protection to guard against getting oil or fluids in servicing vehicles. Before checking... in the engine compartment
Always stop the engine and set the parking brake firmly to persons not experienced in your nearest SUBARU dealer. Your vehicle should be performed only by a jack. If...
Owner's Manual - Page 404
...reserve distance according to check that shifting into 1st or reverse feels smooth. 2.
Maintenance and service
tact your SUBARU dealer.
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11-39 HSB050BC
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A) More than the specification, or when the pedal does...without any sign of the pedal pad and the floor. Checking the brake pedal reserve distance
Checking the clutch function
Check the clutch engagement and disengagement. 1....
Owner's Manual - Page 406
... each time you continue to their service limit, the wear indicator makes a very audible scraping noise when the brake pedal is applied. If you hear this five or more times. Maintenance and service
Replacement of brake pad and lining
If you apply the brake pedal, have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as soon as follows:
HS7012BA...
Owner's Manual - Page 408
... does not become evident until time has passed. Summer tires are best suited for abnormal wear. Contact your SUBARU dealer immediately if you park the vehicle. Try not to a walking pace or less,...sure the tires are subjected to replace all season tires. This type of traction, handling and braking performance in heavy or loose snow or on roads other rough surfaces. If you drive your ...
Owner's Manual - Page 413
...placard.
To maximize the life of your vehicle's design; HSB056BA
Tire wear varies from controllability, ride comfort, braking performance, speedometer accuracy and odometer accuracy. Tire replacement
The wheels and...manufacturer, brand (tread pattern), construction, and size. For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU recommends re- All four tires must be changed arbitrarily. It is best to those ...
Owner's Manual - Page 414
..., degree of tires can also dangerously reduce controllability and braking performance and can lead to an accident. Replacement wheels are fitted as standard equipment. Use only those wheels that are available from SUBARU dealers.
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11-49 Use of different types or sizes of wear, speed symbol, load index and size. Maintenance and...
Owner's Manual - Page 463
...increase the risk of rollover. Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
1. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from... personal injury. Tread separation could break or experience accelerated wear that will deteriorate. For example, if the "XXX"... should never exceed XXX pounds" on the vehicle. Brakes could affect vehicle handling, stopping distance, vehicle and tire...
Owner's Manual - Page 464
... test course. Traction AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from the norm due to some limited production tires. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The quality grades apply to this tire...a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1-1/2) times as well on the government course as measured under controlled conditions on straight-ahead braking traction
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Owner's Manual - Page 469
...Drive ...3-19 Aluminum wheel ...11-50 Aluminum wheel cleaning ...10-3 Antenna system ...5-2 Anti-lock brake system warning light (ABS) ...3-15, 7-24 Arming the system ...2-17 Ashtray ...6-14, 10-7...38 System ...7-22 Warning light ...3-18 Brake pedal ...11-38 Free play ...11-38 Reserve distance ...11-39 Braking ...7-22 Braking tips ...7-22 Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ...11-41 Bulb Chart...
Owner's Manual - Page 470
... storage compartment ...6-6 Daytime running light system ...3-25 Differential gear oil Front (AT vehicles) ...11-31 Rear ...11-33 Dimensions ...12-2 Disarming the system ...2-19 Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ...7-23 Dome light ...6-2 Door locks ...2-6 Door open warning light ...3-19 Drive belt ...11-26 Driving in foreign country ...8-6 Driving tips ...7-14, 8-6 E Electronic...
