Subaru Outback (BR): Checking the oil level in Manual transmission
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Maintenance and service / Manual transmission oil / Checking the oil level in Manual transmission
Non-turbo models
1) Yellow handle
Turbo models
1) Yellow handle
Check the oil level monthly.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine.
2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean, and insert it again.
1) Upper level
2) Lower level
3. Withdraw the level gauge once more and inspect the oil level indicated on it. If the level is below the lower mark, pour oil into the level gauge hole until the level reaches the upper mark.
CAUTION
Exercise caution to avoid spillage of manual transmission oil while refilling. Contact with the exhaust pipe can lead to unpleasant odors, smoke, and potential fire hazards. In case oil comes into contact with the exhaust pipe, promptly clean the area to prevent any issues.
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Ignition switch light
For easy access to the ignition switch in the dark, the ignition switch light
illuminates when driver’s door is opened or when the driver’s door is unlocked using
the remote keyless entry transmitter.
The light remains illuminated for approximately 30 seconds and gradually turns
off under
Ignition switch
WARNING
● Never turn the ignition switch to “LOCK” while the vehicle is being driven
or towed because that will lock the steering wheel, preventing steering control.
And when the engine is turned off, it takes a much greater effort than usual to
steer.
● Before leaving the ve
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