Subaru Outback (BR): Seatbelt warning light and chime
NOTE
If your seatbelt warning device does not operate as described in the following,
it may be out of order. Have the device inspected and, if necessary, repaired by
the nearest SUBARU dealer.
Your vehicle is equipped with a seatbelt warning device at the driver’s and front
passenger’s seat, as required by current safety standards.
With the ignition switch turned to the “ON” position, this device reminds the
driver and front passenger to fasten their seatbelts by the warning lights in the
locations indicated in the following illustration and a chime.

Driver’s warning light

Front passenger’s warning light
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If the driver and/or front passenger have/ has not yet fastened the seatbelt(s)
when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position, the seatbelt warning light(s)
will flash for 6 seconds,
WARNING
● Never use a belt that is twisted or reversed. In an accident, this can increase
the risk or severity of injury.
● Keep the lap belt as low as possible on your hips. In a coll
1. Adjust the seat position:
Driver’s seat: Adjust the seatback to the upright position. Move the seat as
far from the steering wheel as practical while still maintaining full vehicle control.
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CAUTION
The head restraint is not intended to be used at the lowest position. Before sitting on the seat, raise the head restraint to the extended position.
A) When not used (retracted position) B) When used (extended position)
1) Head restraint
2) Release button
To raise:
Total trailer weight
The total trailer weight (trailer weight plus its cargo load) must never exceed
the maximum weight.
Outback
The maximum total trailer weight is indicated in the following tables.
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