Subaru Outback: Operating tips for heater and air conditioner
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Climate control / Operating tips for heater and air conditioner
- Cleaning ventilator grille
- Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight
- Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit
- Checking air conditioning system before summer season
- Cooling and dehumidifying in high humidity and low temperature weather condition
- Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded
- Refrigerant for your climate control system
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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, thi
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.
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Installation of child restraint systems by use of lower and tether anchorages
(LATCH)
WARNING
● Child restraint systems and seatbelts can become hot in a vehicle that has
been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check the child
restraint system before you place a child in it.
● Do not leave an unsecured child restraint system in your vehicle.
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 a downgrade.
● For AT and CVT models, put the select lever in the “P” (Park) position. N
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