Subaru Outback (BR): Power steering
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Starting and operating / Power steering
CAUTION
Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or right for more than 5 seconds. This may damage the power steering pump.
The power steering system operates only when the engine is running.
If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
NOTE
Right after the engine has been started and before it has warmed up, you may hear a noise coming from areas adjacent to the power steering pump which is located at the right-front area of the engine compartment. This noise is normal. It does not indicate power steering system trouble.
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Braking tips
WARNING
Never rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. This can cause dangerous
overheating of the brakes and needless wear on the brake pads and linings.
When the brakes get wet
When driving in rain or after washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As
a result, brake stopping distance will be longer. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle
at a safe speed while lightly d
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Turbo models
1) Air intake duct 2) Air cleaner case 3) Clamp
1. Remove the hydraulic hose in the power steering system from the clip on the
air intake duct.
2. Remove the hydraulic hose from the clip on the right side of the air cleaner
case.
3. Unsnap the two clamps holding the air cleaner case cover.
Operating the driver’s window
1) Automatically open/close
2) Open/close
To open:
Press the switch down lightly and hold it. The window will open as long as the
switch is held.
This switch also has a one-touch auto down function that allows the window to
be opened fully without holding the switch. Press the switch down
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