Subaru Outback manuals

Subaru Outback (BR): Recommended grade and viscosity

CAUTION

Use only engine oil with the recommended grade and viscosity.

NOTE

Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects fuel economy. Oils of lower viscosity provide better fuel economy. However, in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is required to properly lubricate the engine.

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 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 s

 Cooling system

WARNING Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and has cooled down completely. Since the coolant is under pressure, you may suffer serious burns from a spray

 Cooling fan, hose and connections

Your vehicle employs an electric cooling fan which is thermostatically controlled to operate when the engine coolant reaches a specific temperature. If the radiator cooling fan does not operate eve

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 Tilting moonroof

1) Raise 2) Lower The raising function will only operate when the moonroof is fully closed. The lowering function will only operate when the moonroof is raised. Press the rear side of the “UP/DOWN” switch to raise the moonroof. Press the front side of the “UP/DOWN” switch to lower t

 High beam light bulbs

1. Remove the air intake duct (right-hand side). For the method to remove the air intake duct, refer to “Removing air intake duct” F11-7. Left-hand side 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the secured clip of the washer tank. To make it easy to access the bulb, move the washer tank to the hor

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