Subaru Outback (BR): Driving tips when using a Automatic transmission or Continuously variable transmission
● On a road surface where there is a risk of wheelspin (for example, a snow- or gravel-covered road), you can pull away from a standstill safely and easily by first selecting the 2nd gear of the manual mode.
● Always apply the foot or parking brake when the vehicle is stopped in the “D” or “R” position.
● Always apply the parking brake when parking your vehicle. Do not hold the vehicle with only the transmission.
● Do not keep the vehicle in a stationary position on an uphill grade by using the “D” position. Use the brake instead.
● The engine may, on rare occasions, knock when the vehicle rapidly accelerates or rapidly pulls away from a standstill. This phenomenon does not indicate a malfunction.
● A slight reduction in output torque may occur in the models with a 2.5 L turbo or 3.6 L engine before the engine warms up.
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Power steering
CAUTION
Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or right for
more than 5 seconds. This may damage the power steering pump.
The power steering system operates only when the
Braking tips
WARNING
Never rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. This can cause dangerous
overheating of the brakes and needless wear on the brake pads and linings.
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Main Relay
A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the glove box lid assembly.
3) Remove the main relay from the relay holder.
B: INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.
C: INSPECTION
1) Check that the main relay has no deformation,
cracks or other damages.
2) Measur
Washing
CAUTION
● When washing the vehicle, the brakes may get wet. As a result, the brake stopping
distance will be longer. To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while
lightly pressing the brake pedal to heat up the brakes.
● Do not wash the engine compartment and areas adj
