Subaru Outback (BR): Use of engine braking
Remember to make use of engine braking in addition to foot braking. When descending
a grade, if only the foot brake is used, the brakes may start working improperly
because of brake fluid overheating, caused by overheated brake pads. To help prevent
this, shift into a lower gear to get stronger engine braking.
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Do not depress the brake pedal suddenly when a tire is punctured. This could cause a loss of control of the vehicle. Keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off
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 cir
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The vehicle placard is affixed to the driver’s side B-pillar.
Example:
The vehicle placard shows original tire size, recommended cold tire inflation
pressure on each tire at maximum loaded vehicle weight, seating capacity and loading
information.
WARNING
● Always stop the engine and apply the parking brake to prevent the vehicle from
moving.
● Always let the engine cool down. Engine parts become very hot when the engine
is running and remain hot for some time after the engine is stopped.
● Do not spill engine oil, en
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