Subaru Outback (BR): 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 filter changing intervals shown in the Warranty and Maintenance booklet.
NOTE
Synthetic oil of the grade and viscosity noted in chapter 12 is the required engine oil for optimum engine performance. Conventional oil may be used if synthetic oil is unavailable.
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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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Vehicle Dynamics Control - List of Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)
A: LIST
Diagnostic Procedure with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)
A: DTC C0021 FRONT RIGHT ABS SENSOR CIRCUIT OPEN OR SHORT
NOTE: For the diagnostic procedure, refer to "DTC C0027 REAR LEFT ABS SENSOR CIRCUIT OPEN OR SHORT". <Ref. to VDC(diag)-40, DTC C0027 REAR LEFT ABS SENSO
Pre-heating or pre-cooling the interior of the vehicle
Models with automatic climate control system:
After the system starts the engine, the automatic climate control system will
activate the “FULL AUTO” mode and heat or cool the interior to the predetermined
median (room) temperature. No presetting of controls is necessary.
Models with manual
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