Subaru Outback manuals

Subaru Outback: 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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 Towing and tie-down hooks/holes

The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to free a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow). CAUTION ● Use only the specified towing hooks and tie-down hooks/holes. Never use suspension parts or other parts of the body for towing or tie-down purposes. ● Never use t

 List of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)

A: LIST Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) A: DTC P0705 TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR CIRCUIT (PRNDL INPUT) DTC DETECTING CONDITION: Inhibitor switch is faulty. At least 2 range signal is input. TROUBLE SYMPTOM: Shift characteristics are erroneous. The range position of th

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