Subaru Outback (BR): Brake assist system
WARNING
Do not be overconfident about the brake assist. It is not a system that brings
more braking ability to the vehicle beyond its braking capability. Always use the
utmost care when driving regarding vehicle speed and safe distance.
CAUTION
When you need to brake suddenly, continue depressing the brake pedal strongly
to bring the effect of the brake assist.
Brake assist is a driver assistance system. It assists the brake power when the
driver cannot depress the brake pedal strongly and the brake power is insufficient.
Brake assist generates the brake power according to the speed at which the driver
depresses the brake pedal.
NOTE
When you depress the brake pedal strongly or suddenly, the following phenomena
occur. However, even though these occur, they do not indicate any malfunctions,
and the brake assist system is operating properly.
● You might feel that the brake pedal is applied by lighter force and generates
a greater braking force.
● You might hear the sound of ABS operating from the engine compartment.
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WARNING
Always use the utmost care in driving ā overconfidence because you are driving
with an ABS equipped vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident.
CAUTION
● The ABS system does
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
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A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the glove box lid assembly.
3) Remove the main relay from the relay holder.
B: INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
C: INSPECTION
1) Check that the main relay has no deformation,
cracks or other damages.
2) Measur
This position is for parking the vehicle and starting the engine.
In this position, the transmission is mechanically locked to prevent the vehicle
from rolling freely.
When you park the vehicle, first apply the parking brake, then shift into the
āPā position. Do not hold the vehicle with o
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