SUBARU OUTBACK 2006 Owners Manual
Manufacturer: SUBARU, Model Year: 2006, Model line: OUTBACK, Model: SUBARU OUTBACK 2006Pages: 425, PDF Size: 10.36 MB
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11 - 1 8 Maintenance and service
7. To install the air cleaner case cover, in-
sert the three projections on the air clean-
er case cover into the slits on the air clean-
er case and then snap the two clamps on
the air cleaner case cover.
T Turbo models 0
1. Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on
the air intake duct, then remove the air in-
take duct. 2. Unplug the connector that is attached
to the top of the air cleaner case.
3. Use a screwdriver to remove the duct
that is connected to the air cleaner case
cover. 4. Unsnap the two clamps holding the air
cleaner case cover.
At the same time, pu ll the hose from the
clamp that runs next to the case cover.
5. Open the air cleaner case cover andB00116 B00206
B00207 B00201
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Maintenance and service
11 - 1 9remove the air cleaner element.
6. Clean the inside of the air cleaner cov-
er and case with a damp cloth and install
a new air cleaner element.
7. To install the air cleaner case cover, in-
sert the three projections on the air clean-
er case cover into the slits on the air clean-
er case and then snap the two clamps on
the air cleaner case cover. Spark plugs
It may be difficult to replace the spark
plugs. It is recommended that you have
the spark plugs replaced by your
SUBARU dealer.
The spark plugs should be replaced ac-
cording to the maintenance schedule in
the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. „ Recommended spark plugs 2.5-liter non-turbo models:
FR5AP-11 (NGK)
2.5-liter turbo and 3.0-liter models:
ILFR6B (NGK)
B00115 y When disconnecting the spark
plug cables, always grasp the
spark plug cap, not the cables.
y Make sure the cables are replaced
in the correct order.
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11 - 2 0 Maintenance and service
Drive belts The alternator, power steering pump, and
air conditioner compressor depend on
drive belts. Satisfactory performance re-
quires that belt tension be correct.
„ 2.5-liter models
1) Power steering pump pulley
2) Air conditioner compressor pulley
3) Crank pulley in (mm)
To check belt tensi on, place a straight-
edge (ruler) across two adjacent pulleys
and apply a force of 22 lbs (98 N, 10 kg)
midway between the pulleys by using a
spring scale. Belt deflection should be the
amount specified.
„ 3.0-liter models It is unnecessary to check belt tension pe-
riodically because your engine is
equipped with an autom atic belt tension
adjuster. However, replacement of the
belt should be done according to the
maintenance schedule in the “Warranty
and Maintenance Booklet”. Consult your
SUBARU dealer for replacement.
If a belt is loose, cr acked, or worn, contact
your SUBARU dealer. Manual transmission oil „ Checking the oil level
Non-turbo models
1) Yellow handleAB 2
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B00365 Deflection
New belt Used belt
A 0.28 – 0.35
(7.0 – 9.0) 0.35 – 0.43
(9.0 – 11.0)
B 0.30 – 0.33
(7.5 – 8.5) 0.35 – 0.40
(9.0 – 10.0) 1
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Turbo models
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
stop the engine.
2. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and
insert it again. 1) Upper level
2) Lower level
3. Pull out the dipstick again and check
the oil level on it. If it is below the lower
level, add oil through the dipstick hole to
bring the level up to the upper level. „ Recommended grade and
viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base
oils and additives. Never use different
brands together. Oil grade:
API classification GL-5
SAE viscosity No. and applicable tem-
peratureB00196
Be careful not to spill manual trans-
mission oil when adding it. If oil
touches the exhaus t pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a
fire. If oil gets on the exhaust pipe,
be sure to wipe it off.
L
F
FL1
2 1
2 B00368 -30 -20 -10 0 10 20 30 40
-20 0 60 20
80W
75W/90 80 10040
85W 90
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