trunk SUBARU OUTBACK 2008 4.G Owner's Guide

10-4Appearance care
Corrosion protection
Your SUBARU has been designed and
built to resist corrosion. Special materials
and protective finishes have been used on
most parts of the vehicle to help maintain
fine appearance, strength, and reliableoperation. &Most common causes of corrosion
The most common causes of corrosion are:
1. The accumulation of moisture retain-
ing dirt and debris in body panel sections,
cavities, and other areas.
2. Damage to paint and other protective
coatings caused by gravel and stone
chips or minor accidents.
Corrosion is accelerated on the vehicle when:
1. It is exposed to road salt or dust
control chemicals, or used in coastal
areas where there is more salt in the air,
or in areas where there is considerable
industrial pollution.
2. It is driven in areas of high humidity,
especially when temperatures range just
above freezing.
3. Dampness in certain parts of the
vehicle remains for a long time, even though other parts of the vehicle may be
dry.
4. High temperatures will cause corro-
sion to parts of the vehicle which cannot
dry quickly due to lack of proper ventila-tion.
& To help prevent corrosion
Wash the vehicle regularly to prevent
corrosion of the body and suspension
components. Also, wash the vehicle
promptly after driving on any of the
following surfaces: . roads that have been salted to prevent
them from freezing in winter. mud, sand, or gravel
. coastal roads
After the winter has ended, it is recom-
mended that the underbody be given a
very thorough washing.
Before the beginning of winter, check the
condition of underbody components, such
as the exhaust system, fuel and brake
lines, brake cables, suspension, steering
system, floor pan, and fenders. If any of
them are found to be rusted, they should
be given an appropriate rust prevention
treatment or should be replaced. Contact
your SUBARU dealer to perform this kind
of maintenance and treatment if you need assistance.
Repair chips and scratches in the paint as
soon as you find them.
Check the interior of the vehicle for water
and dirt accumulation under the floor mats
because that could cause corrosion.
Occasionally check under the mats to
make sure the area is dry.
Keep your garage dry. Do not park your
vehicle in a damp, poorly ventilated
garage. In such a garage, corrosion can
be caused by dampness. If you wash the
vehicle in the garage or put the vehicle
into the garage when wet or covered with
snow, that can cause dampness.
If your vehicle is operated in cold weather
and/or in areas where road salts and other
corrosive materials are used, the door
hinges and locks, trunk lid lock, and hood
latch should be inspected and lubricated
periodically.

Maintenance and serviceTire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)(if equipped) ................................................... 11-34
Tire inspection ................................................. 11-36
Tire pressures and wear ................................... 11-36
Wheel balance .................................................. 11-38
Wear indicators ................................................ 11-39
Tire rotation direction mark .............................. 11-39
Tire rotation ..................................................... 11-39
Tire replacement .............................................. 11-40
Wheel replacement ........................................... 11-40
Aluminum wheels ............................................. 11-41
Windshield washer fluid .................................. 11-41
Replacement of wiper blades .......................... 11-43
Windshield wiper blade assembly ..................... 11-43
Windshield wiper blade rubber ......................... 11-44
Rear window wiper blade assembly .................. 11-45
Rear window wiper blade rubber ....................... 11-45
Battery. .............................................................. 11-47 Fuses
................................................................ 11-48
Main fuse .......................................................... 11-49
Installation of accessories .............................. 11-50
Replacing bulbs ............................................... 11-51
Headlight ......................................................... 11-52
Front turn signal light and parking light ............ 11-54
Front fog light (if equipped) .............................. 11-54
Rear combination lights ................................... 11-55
Back-up light (Station wagon) .......................... 11-57
License plate light ........................................... 11-57
Dome light ....................................................... 11-58
Map light ......................................................... 11-59
Vanity mirror light ............................................ 11-59
Door step light ................................................. 11-59
Cargo area light (Station wagon) ... ................... 11-60
Trunk light (Sedan) .......................................... 11-60
High mount stop light (Sedan) .......................... 11-60

11-52Maintenance and service
Wattage Bulb No.
1) High beam headlight 12V-60W 9005 (HB3) 2) Low beam headlight 12V-55W H7
3) Front turn signal/Parking and front side marker light 12V-27/8W 3457A
4) Map light 12V-8W–
5) Dome light 12V-8W–
6) Door step light 12V-3W–
7) Vanity mirror light 12V-3W–
8) Front fog light
Except OUTBACK 12V-55W H3
OUTBACK 12V-51W 9006 (HB4)
9) Trunk room light (Sedan) 12V-5W (W5W)
10) High mount stop light (Sedan) 12V-21W (W21W)
11 ) Rear turn signal light (Sedan) 12V-21W (WY21W)
12) Back-up light (Sedan) 12V-16W 921
13) Brake/tail and rear side marker light (Sedan) 12V-21/5W (W21/5W)
14) Cargo area light (Station wagon) 12V-13W –
15) Brake/tail light (Station wagon) 12V-21/5W (W21/5W)
16) Rear side marker light (Station wagon) 12V-5W 168
17) Rear turn signal light (Station wagon) 12V-21W (WY21W)
18) Back-up light (Station wagon) 12V-16W 921
19) Licence plate light 12V-5W168 (W5W)CAUTION
Replace any bulb only with a new
bulb of the specified wattage. Using
a bulb of different wattage could
result in a fire.
& Headlight
CAUTION
Halogen headlight bulbs become
very hot while in use. If you touch
the bulb surface with bare hands or
greasy gloves, finger prints or
grease on the bulb surface develop
into hot spots, causing the bulb to
break. If there are finger prints or
grease on the bulb surface, wipe
them away with a soft cloth mois-
tened with alcohol.
NOTE . If headlight aiming is required, con-
sult your SUBARU dealer for proper
adjustment of the headlight aim.. It may be difficult to replace the
bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your
SUBARU dealer if necessary.

&Rear combination lights
! Sedan
1. Push the knobs of the cover to open
the cover.
1) Rear turn signal light
2) Back-up light
3) Brake/tail and rear side marker light
2. Remove the bulb holder from the rear
combination light assembly by turning itcounterclockwise.
3. Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder and
replace it with a new one.
4. Set the bulb holder into the rear
combination light assembly and turn it
clockwise until it locks.
5. Securely lock the cover against the
trunk trim. !
Station wagon
1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove
the upper and lower screws.
Maintenance and service 11-55
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11-60Maintenance and service
1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of
the lens with a flat-head screwdriver.
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a
new bulb.
3. Reinstall the lens. &
Cargo area light (Station wa- gon)1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of
the lens with a flat-head screwdriver.
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb.
3. Reinstall the lens. &
Trunk light (Sedan)
1. Push both sides of the light cover, and
then remove the cover by pulling it out.
2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a
new bulb.
3. Reinstall the cover. &High mount stop light (Se- dan)
It may be difficult to replace the bulbs.
Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU
dealer if necessary.

12-10Specifications
Description Wattage Bulb No.
Trunk room light 12V-5W W5W
Cargo area light 12V-13W –
Dome light 12V-8W –
Map light 12V-8W –
Vanity mirror light 12V-3W –
Door step light 12V-3W –

H
Hazard warning flasher........................................... 3-5, 9-2
Head restraint adjustment ............................................. 1-7
Rear ..................................................................... 1-10
Headlight Flasher ................................................................. 3-46
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-40
Headlights ........................................................ 3-46, 11-52
Heater operation .......................................................... 4-5
High beam indicator light ............................................ 3-40
High mount stop light ................................................. 11-60
High/low beam change (dimmer) .................................. 3-46
Horn ......................................................................... 3-59
Hose and connections ............................................... 11-14
I
Ignition switch .............................................................. 3-3
Light ....................................................................... 3-5
Illuminated entry .......................................................... 2-9
Illumination brightness control ...................................... 3-47
Immobilizer. ................................................................. 2-3
Indicator light ........................................................... 2-4
Immobilizer system
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-38
Indicator light Cruise control ........................................................ 3-40
Cruise control set ................................................... 3-40
Front fog ............................................................... 3-40
Headlight .............................................................. 3-40
High beam ............................................................ 3-40
S# PREP .............................................................. 3-38 Security
................................................................. 3-38
Selector lever position ............................................. 3-39
Selector lever/Gear position ..................................... 3-39
Shift-up ................................................................. 3-38
SPORT mode ........................................................ 3-38
Traction Control system OFF ................................... 3-37
Turn signal ............................................................ 3-39
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF ................................. 3-37
Vehicle Dynamics Control operation .......................... 3-36
Indicator lights Vehicle Dynamics Control ................................ 7-39, 7-40
Information display ...................................................... 3-41
Inside mirror .............................................................. 3-55
Interior light ................................................................. 6-2
Internal trunk lid release handle .................................... 2-24
J Jack. ......................................................................... 9-19
Jack handle ............................................................... 9-19
Jump starting ............................................................. 9-10
K Key Keyless entry system ............................................... 2-8
Number .................................................................. 2-2
Reminder chime ...................................................... 3-5
Replacement. .......................................................... 2-4
Keys .......................................................................... 2-2
L
Leather seat materials ................................................. 10-5 Index
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Periodic inspections..................................................... 8-4
Power Door locking switch .................................................. 2-7
Seat ....................................................................... 1-4
Steering ................................................................ 7-33
Steering fluid ........................................................ 11-28
Windows ............................................................... 2-20
Precautions against vehicle modification ............... 1-27, 1-64
Preparing to drive ........................................................ 7-8
Printed antenna ........................................................... 5-2
R Rear Combination lights ................................................. 11-55
Gate ............................................................. 2-26, 9-18
Seats ..................................................................... 1-9
Viscous limited slip differential ................................. 7-33
Rear differential Gear oil ............................................................... 11-25
Rear seat Folding down ........................................................... 1-9
Rear window Defogger button ..................................................... 3-54
Wiper and washer switch ........................................ 3-52
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-45
Recommended
Automatic transmission fluid ................................... 11-24
Brake fluid. ........................................................... 11-29
Clutch fluid ........................................................... 11-30
OIL grade and viscosity ...................... 11-12, 11-13, 11-22, 11-25, 11-27 Power steering fluid
.............................................. 11-28
Spark plugs ......................................................... 11-20
Remote engine start system ........................................ 7-11
Remote keyless entry system ....................................... 2-8
Replacement Brake pad and lining ............................................. 11-32
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-43
Replacing Air cleaner element ............................................... 11-18
Battery (remote keyless entry system) ........................ 2-8
Lost transmitters (keyless entry system) .................... 2-12
Replacing bulbs ....................................................... 11-51
Backup light/Tail light ............................................ 11-57
Cargo area light ................................................... 11-60
Dome light ........................................................... 11-58
Door step light ..................................................... 11-59
Front fog light ....................................................... 11-54
Front turn signal light ............................................ 11-54
Headlight ............................................................. 11-52
High mount stop light ............................................ 11-60
License plate light ................................................. 11-57
Map light ............................................................. 11-59
Parking light ......................................................... 11-54
Rear combination light .......................................... 11-55
Trunk light ........................................................... 11-60
Vanity mirror light .................................................. 11-59
Rocking the vehicle .................................................... 8-13
Roof rail and crossbar ................................................. 8-15
S
S# PREP indicator light ............................................... 3-38 Index
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Pressures and wear.............................................. 11-36
Replacement ........................................................ 11-40
Rotation ............................................................... 11-39
Types .................................................................. 11-34
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) .......................................... 3-32, 7-43, 9-9, 11-34
Tires ......................................................................... 12-5
Tires and wheels. ...................................................... 11-34
Top tether anchorages ................................................ 1-37
Towing ...................................................................... 9-14
All wheels on the ground ........................................ 9-17
Flat-bed truck ........................................................ 9-17
Tie-down hooks ..................................................... 9-14
Weight.................................................................. 8-22
Trailer Connecting ............................................................ 8-20
Hitch .................................................................... 8-19
Hitches ................................................................. 8-25
Towing .................................................................. 8-21
Towing tips ............................................................ 8-27
Trip meter ................................................................. 3-25
Trunk lid ................................................................... 2-23
Release handle ..................................................... 2-24
Trunk light ................................................................ 11-60
Turn signal Indicator lights ....................................................... 3-39
Lever .................................................................... 3-47
U
Under-floor storage compartment ................................. 6-16 V
Valet mode
................................................................ 2-18
Vanity mirror ............................................................... 6-4
Vehicle Capacity weight ...................................................... 8-14
Identification ........................................................ 12-11
Symbols .................................................................... 3
Vehicle Dynamics Control
OFF indicator light .................................................. 3-37
OFF switch ............................................................ 7-42
Operation indicator light ........................................... 3-36
System .................................................................. 7-38
Warning light .................................................. 3-37, 7-40
Ventilator .................................................................... 4-2
W
Warning and indicator lights ......................................... 3-28
Warning light ABS...................................................................... 3-34
All-Wheel Drive ...................................................... 3-36
Anti-lock Brake System ........................................... 3-34
AT OIL TEMPerature ............................................... 3-32
Brake system ......................................................... 3-35
Charge .................................................................. 3-32
CHECK ENGINE .................................................... 3-31
Door open ............................................................. 3-36
Low fuel ................................................. 3-7, 3-27, 3-35
Low tire pressure .................................................... 3-32
Oil pressure ........................................................... 3-32
Seatbelt. ................................................................ 3-29
SRS airbag system ................................................. 3-30 Index
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