Subaru Outback: 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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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 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
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
SEE MORE:
If the light illuminates constantly while driving or does not turn off after
the engine starts, an emission control system malfunction has been detected.
You should have your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer immediately.
NOTE
This light also illuminates when the fuel filler cap is
The light control switch only operates when the key is inserted into the ignition
switch.
Regardless of the position of the light control switch, the illuminated lights
are turned off when the key is removed from the ignition switch.
NOTE
● Even if the key is removed from the ignition s
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