Subaru Outback (BR): Emergency brake
CAUTION
Use the emergency brake only in case of an emergency. If the emergency brake is excessively used, the brake parts will wear down faster or the brake may not work sufficiently due to rear wheel brake overheating.
NOTE
While using the emergency brake, the brake system warning light and the indicator light on the parking brake switch illuminate and a chirp sounds. If the foot brake has a malfunction, you can stop the vehicle by pressing the parking brake switch continuously.
While applying the emergency brake, the brake system warning light and the indicator on the parking brake switch illuminate and a chirp sounds.
Electronic parking brake system warning
CAUTION
If the brake system warning light flashes, the electronic parking brake system may be malfunctioning. Immediately stop your vehicle in the nearest safe location and contact your SUBARU dealer.
If a malfunction occurs in the electronic parking brake system, the brake system warning light flashes. Refer to “Electronic parking brake system warning” F3-19.
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Parking tips
When parking your vehicle, always perform the following items.
● Apply the parking brake.
● For MT models, put the shift lever in the “1” (1st) for upgrade or “R” (Reverse)
for
Cruise control
Cruise control enables you to maintain a constant vehicle speed without holding
your foot on the accelerator pedal and it is operative when the vehicle speed is
25 mph (40 km/h) or more.
WARNING
To set cruise control
1. Press the “CRUISE” main switch button.
The cruise control indicator light on the combination meter will illuminate.
2. Depress the accelerator pedal until the vehicle reaches the desired
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Side Airbag Sensor
A: REMOVAL
1) Move the seat all the way forward, from which the airbag sensor is to be
removed.
NOTE:
To remove the seat belt retractor assembly.
2) Turn the ignition switch to OFF.
3) Disconnect the ground cable from battery and wait for at least 60 seconds
before starting work.
4) Release th
Secondary Speed Sensor
A: REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Be sure to prevent water or oil from contacting the connector terminal of
secondary speed sensor. If
adhesion occurs, replace with a new part.
1) Remove the transmission from the vehicle. <Ref. to CVT-55, REMOVAL,
Automatic Transmission Assembly.>
2) Remove the transmiss
