Subaru Outback (BR): Cleaning ventilator grille
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Climate control / Operating tips for heater and air conditioner / Cleaning ventilator grille
Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free of snow, leaves, or other obstructions to ensure efficient heating and defrosting. Since the condenser is located in front of the radiator, this area should be kept clean because cooling performance is impaired by any accumulation of insects and leaves on the condenser.
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Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight
After parking in direct sunlight, drive with the windows open for a few minutes
to allow outside air to circulate into the heated interior. This results in quicker
cooling by the air conditioner.
Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit
Operate the air conditioner compressor at a low engine speed (at idle or low
driving speeds) a few minutes each month during the off-season to circulate its
oil.
Checking air conditioning system before summer season
Check the air conditioner unit for refrigerant leaks, hose conditions, and proper
operation each spring. Have the air conditioning system checked by your SUBARU dealer.
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Loading your vehicle
WARNING
Never allow passengers to ride on a folded rear seatback, in the trunk or in
the cargo area. Doing so may result in serious injury.
WARNING
● Never stack luggage or other cargo higher than the top of the seatback because
it could tumble forward and injure passengers in the eve
Defogger and deicer
1) Rear window defogger
2) Outside mirror defogger (if equipped)
3) Windshield wiper deicer (if equipped)
The vehicle is equipped with a rear window defogger. Some models are also equipped
with an outside mirror defogger and/or windshield wiper deicer. The defogger and
deicer system is acti
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