Subaru Outback: Checking the fluid level
WARNING
Be careful not to burn yourself because the fluid may be hot.
CAUTION
● When power steering fluid is being added, use only clean fluid, and be careful not to allow any dirt into the tank. And never use different brands together.
● Be careful not to spill power steering fluid when adding it. If power steering fluid touches the exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If power steering fluid gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off.
The power steering fluid expands greatly as its temperature rises; the fluid level differs according to fluid temperature. Therefore, the reservoir tank has two different checking ranges for hot and cold fluids.
Check the power steering fluid level monthly.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and stop the engine.
2. Check the fluid level of the reservoir tank. When the fluid is hot after the vehicle has been run: Check that the oil level is between “HOT MIN” and “HOT MAX” on the surface of the reservoir tank.
When the fluid is cool before the vehicle is run: Check that the oil level is between “COLD MIN” and “COLD MAX” on the surface of the reservoir tank.
3. If the fluid level is lower than the applicable “MIN” line, add the recommended fluid as necessary to bring the level between the “MIN” and “MAX” line. If the fluid level is extreme low, it may indicate possible leakage. Consult your SUBARU dealer for inspection.
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WARNING
● Never let brake fluid contact your eyes because brake fluid can be harmful
to your eyes. If brake fluid gets in your eyes, immediately flush them thoroughly
with clean water. For
Recommended brake fluid
CAUTION
Never use different brands of brake fluid together. Also, avoid mixing DOT 3
and DOT 4 brake fluids even if they are the same brand.
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Power Seat System
A: REMOVAL
CAUTION:
When removing the front seat, Disconnect the ground cable from battery before
disconnecting the
side airbag module harness connector, and wait for 60 seconds before starting
the operation.
1. POWER SEAT SWITCH
1) Remove the seat from vehicle. <Ref. to SE-10, REMOVAL, Front S
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 properly.
CAUTION
● If any of the following conditions occur, we recommend that you have the AB
