Subaru Outback (BR): Unfastening the rear center seatbelt
Push the release button of the center seatbelt buckle (on the left-hand side) to unfasten the seatbelt.
1. Insert a key or other hard pointed object into the slot in the connector (buckle) on the right-hand side and push it in, and the connector (tongue) plate will disconnect from the buckle.
2. Allow the retractor to roll up the belt. You should hold the webbing end and guide it back into the retractor while it is rolling up. Neatly store the tongue plate in the recess and then insert the connector (tongue) plate into the slot.
CAUTION
● Do not allow the retractor to roll up the seatbelt too quickly. Otherwise, the metal tongue plates may hit against the trim, resulting in damaged trim.
● Have the seatbelt fully rolled up so that the tongue plates are neatly stored. A hanging tongue plate can swing and hit against the trim during driving, causing damage to the trim.
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Seatbelt maintenance
To clean the seatbelts, use a mild soap and lukewarm water. Never bleach or dye
the belts because this could seriously affect their strength.
Inspect the seatbelts and attachments including the web
Front seatbelt pretensioners
The driver’s and front passenger’s seatbelts have a seatbelt pretensioner. The
seatbelt pretensioners are designed to be activated in the event of an accident
involving a moderate to severe
System monitors
SRS airbag system warning light
A diagnostic system continually monitors the readiness of the seatbelt pretensioner
while the vehicle is being driven. The seatbelt pretensioners share the control
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Warning Light Illumination Pattern
A: INSPECTION
Ignition switch
OFF
ON
Engine start
ABS warning light
Light OFF
Light ON
2 sec.
VDC OFF indicator light
VDC warning light & VDC indicator
light
Several seconds (depending on
engine coolant temperature)
Brake warning light (EBD warning
light)
Parking brake
Release
GPS Antenna
A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the center panel assembly.
CAUTION:
Do not put your finger on the fin of the air vent grille. Doing so may damage
the fin.
Attach the protective tape (a) to the meter visor.
Insert a finger into the air vent grille and release
