Subaru Outback (BR): Checking the brake pedal free play

1) 0.08 – 0.18 in (2 – 5 mm)
Stop the engine and firmly depress the brake pedal several times. Lightly pull
the brake pedal up with one finger to check the free play with a force of less than
2 lbf (10 N, 1 kgf).
If the free play is not within proper specification, contact your SUBARU dealer.
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1) More than 2.56 in (65 mm)
Depress the pedal with a force of approximately 66 lbf (294 N, 30 kgf) and measure
the distance between the upper surface of the pedal pad and the floor.
When the me
Check the clutch pedal free play and reserve distance according to the maintenance
schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
Check the clutch engagement and disengagement.
1. With the engine idling, check that there are no abnormal noises when the clutch
pedal is depressed, and that shifting into 1st or reverse feels smo
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CAUTION
The head restraint is not intended to be used at the lowest position. Before sitting on the seat, raise the head restraint to the extended position.
A) When not used (retracted position) B) When used (extended position)
1) Head restraint
2) Release button
To raise:
A: REMOVAL
1. SEDAN MODEL
NOTE:
harman/kardon audio system only.
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the rear shelf trim. <Ref. to EI-120, REMOVAL, Rear Shelf Trim.>
3) Remove the woofer.
Remove the screws.
Disconnect the harness connector and remove the woofer assembly
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