Subaru Outback (BR): Two separate circuits
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Starting and operating / Braking / Brake system / Two separate circuits
Your vehicle has a dual circuit brake system. Each circuit works diagonally across the vehicle. If one circuit of the brake system should fail, the other half of the system still works. If one circuit fails, the brake pedal will go down much closer to the floor than usual and you will need to press it down much harder. And a much longer distance will be needed to stop the vehicle.
READ NEXT:
Brake assist system
WARNING
Do not be overconfident about the brake assist. It is not a system that brings
more braking ability to the vehicle beyond its braking capability. Always use the
utmost care when driving r
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators
The disc brake pad wear warning indicators on the disc brakes give a warning
noise when the brake pads are worn.
If a squeaking or scraping noise is heard from the disc brakes while braking,
im
SEE MORE:
Inhibitor Switch
A: INSPECTION
When the driving condition or starter motor operation is improper, first
check the shift linkage for improper operation.
If the shift linkage is functioning properly, check the inhibitor switch.
1) Remove the air intake boot assembly. <Ref. to IN(H4SO)-8, REMOVAL, Air Intake
Boo
Trailer towing
Your vehicle is designed and intended to be used primarily as a passenger-carrying
vehicle. Towing a trailer puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine, drivetrain,
brakes, tires and suspension and has an adverse effect on fuel economy.
If you do decide to tow a trailer, your safety and s
© 2010-2026 Copyright www.suoutback.com
