Subaru Outback manuals

Subaru Outback (BR): 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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 Anti-entrapment function

CAUTION ● Never attempt to test this function using fingers, hands or other parts of your body. ● The anti-entrapment function may not operate properly if some object gets trapped just before the window fully closes. NOTE ● If a window detects an impact similar to that caus

 Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the vehicle

Models with automatic climate control system: After the system starts the engine, the automatic climate control system will activate the “FULL AUTO” mode and heat or cool the interior to the predetermined median (room) temperature. No presetting of controls is necessary. Models with manual

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