Subaru Outback (BR): Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Climate control / Operating tips for heater and 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.
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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.
Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather condition
Under certain weather conditions (high relative humidity, low temperatures, etc.)
a small amount of water vapor emission from the air outlets may be noticed. This
condition is normal and does not
Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded
To improve acceleration and gas mileage, the air conditioner compressor is designed
to temporarily shut off during air conditioner operation whenever the accelerator
is fully depressed such as dur
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Tire rotation
Vehicles equipped with 4 non-unidirectional tires
1) Front
Vehicles equipped with unidirectional tires
1) Front
Tire wear varies from wheel to wheel. To maximize the life of each tire and ensure
that the tires wear uniformly, it is best to rotate the tires every 7,500 miles
(12,000 km).
Synthetic oil
You should use synthetic engine oil that meets the same requirements given for
conventional engine oil. When using synthetic oil, you must use oil of the same
classification, viscosity and grade shown in this Owner’s Manual. Refer to “Engine
oil” F12-4. Also, you must follow the oil and
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