Subaru Outback (BR): Checking the oil level in Manual transmission
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Non-turbo models
1) Yellow handle
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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](images/books/283/7/page.h28.gif)
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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B: REMOVAL
1. SEDAN MODEL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the trunk lid trim.
Remove the trunk handle.
Remove the clips and the trunk
CAUTION
Halogen headlight bulbs become very hot while in use. If you touch the bulb surface
with bare hands or greasy gloves, fingerprints or grease on the bulb surface will
develop into hot spots, causing the bulb to break. If there are fingerprints or
grease on the bulb surface, wipe them a
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