Subaru Outback (BR): ABS system self-check
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Starting and operating / ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) / ABS system self-check
You may feel a slight shock in the brake pedal and hear the operating sound of ABS from the engine compartment just after the vehicle is started. This is caused by an automatic functional test of the ABS system being carried out and does not indicate any abnormal condition.
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ABS warning light
The ABS warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON”
position and turns off after approximately 2 seconds.
This is an indication that the ABS system is working pro
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system
The EBD system maximizes the effectiveness of the brakes by allowing the rear
brakes to supply a greater proportion of the braking force. It functions by adjusting
the distribution of braking forc
Steps to take if EBD system malfunctions
If a malfunction occurs in the EBD system, the system stops working and the brake
system warning light and ABS warning light illuminate simultaneously.
The EBD system may be malfunctioning if the
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Engine Assembly
A: REMOVAL
1) Change the front hood damper mounting position
from (A) to (B), and completely open the front
hood.
Tightening torque:
20 N*m (2.0 kgf-m, 14.8 ft-lb)
2) Remove the V-belt covers.
3) Collect the refrigerant from A/C system. <Ref. to
AC-24, Refrigerant Recovery Procedure.>
4) R
Front Seat Belt
A: REMOVAL
1. OUTER BELT ASSY
CAUTION:
The airbag system is fitted with a backup power supply. After
disconnecting the battery ground cable,
the airbag may operate if you do not wait for 60 seconds before starting the
service of airbag system.
Do not drop or subject the pretensioner to any i
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