Subaru Outback manuals

Subaru Outback (BR): 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.

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 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

 Use of engine braking

Remember to make use of engine braking in addition to foot braking. When descending a grade, if only the foot brake is used, the brakes may start working improperly because of brake fluid overheat

 Braking when a tire is punctured

Do not depress the brake pedal suddenly when a tire is punctured. This could cause a loss of control of the vehicle. Keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off

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 Warning Light Illumination Pattern

A: INSPECTION Ignition switch OFF ON Engine start ABS warning light Light OFF Light ON 2 sec. VDC OFF indicator light VDC warning light & VDC indicator light Several seconds (depending on engine coolant temperature) Brake warning light (EBD warning light) Parking brake Release

 Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment

WARNING ● Always stop the engine and apply the parking brake to prevent the vehicle from moving. ● Always let the engine cool down. Engine parts become very hot when the engine is running and remain hot for some time after the engine is stopped. ● Do not spill engine oil, en

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