Subaru Outback (BR): Checking the oil level in AT models
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Maintenance and service / Front differential gear oil (AT and CVT models) / Checking the oil level in AT models
AT models
1) Yellow handle
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. Pull out the level gauge again and check the oil level on it. If it is below the lower level, add oil to bring the level up to the upper level.
CAUTION
Exercise caution to prevent any spillage of front differential gear oil during the refilling process. Contact between the oil and the exhaust pipe can result in unpleasant odors, smoke, and potential fire hazards. If oil comes into contact with the exhaust pipe, ensure to wipe it off immediately.
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CVT models
There is no oil level gauge. To check the front differential gear oil level,
we recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer for inspection.
Rear differential gear oil
There is no oil level gauge. To check the rear differential gear oil level, we
recommend that you consult your SUBARU dealer for inspection.
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Rear view camera (if equipped)
Legacy
Outback
A rear view camera is attached to the trunk lid (Legacy) or rear gate (Outback).
When the ignition switch is “ON” and the shift lever (MT models) or select lever
(AT or CVT models) is set to “R”, the rear view camera automatically displays the
rear view image behin
Door open warning light
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the door open warning light
illuminates for approximately 2 seconds and then turns off.
The door open warning light illuminates if any door, the rear gate (Outback)
or trunk lid (Legacy) is not fully closed. This function is effective even
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