ABS SUBARU OUTBACK 2009 5.G Owner's Manual

.When adding brake fluid, be care-
ful not to allow any dirt into the
reservoir.
. Never splash the brake fluid over
painted surfaces or rubber parts.
Alcohol contained in the brake
fluid may damage them.
. Be careful not to spill brake fluid
when adding it. If brake fluid
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or
a fire. If brake fluid gets on the
exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe itoff.
Check the fluid level monthly.
Check the fluid level on the outside of the
reservoir. If the level is below “MIN ”, add
the recommended brake fluid to “MAX ”. Use only brake fluid from a sealed
container.
& Recommended brake fluid
FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or 4 brake fluid
CAUTION
Never use different brands of brake
fluid together. Also, avoid mixing
DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids even if
they are of the same brand. Clutch fluid (MT models) &
Checking the fluid level
WARNING
Never let clutch fluid contact your
eyes because clutch fluid can be
harmful to your eyes. If clutch fluid
gets in your eyes, immediately flush
them thoroughly with clean water.
For safety, when performing this
work, wearing eye protection isadvisable.
CAUTION
. Clutch fluid absorbs moisture
from the air. Any absorbed moist-
ure can cause improper clutchoperation.
. If the vehicle requires frequent
refilling, there may be a leak. If
you suspect a problem, have the
vehicle checked at your SUBARU
dealer.
. Never use different brands of
clutch fluid together.
. When clutch fluid is added, be
careful not to allow any dirt into
the tank. Maintenance and service
11-29
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Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
13 20A .Cargo socket
14 15A .Position light
. Tail light
. Rear combination light
15 Empty
16 10A .Illumination
17 15A .Seat heaters
18 10A .Back-up light
19 7.5A .Headlight right side re-
lay
20 10A .Cigarette lighter socket
21 7.5A .Starter relay
22 15A .Air conditioner
. Rear window defogger
relay coil
23 15A .Rear wiper
. Rear window washer
24 15A .Audio unit
. Clock
25 15A .SRS airbag system
26 7.5A .Power window relay
27 15A .Blower fan Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
28 15A .Blower fan
29 15A .Fog light
30 30A .Front wiper
. Front wiper washer
31 7.5A .Auto air conditioner unit
. Integrated unit
32 7.5A .Headlight left side relay
33 7.5A .ABS/Vehicle dynamics
control unit Specifications
12-7
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12-8Specifications
&Fuse panel located in the engine compartment
A) FWD socket (AT models with non-turbo 2.5 L engine)
B) Main fuse Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
1 30A .ABS unit
. Vehicle dynamics control
unit
2 25A .Main fan (3.0 L models)
3 10A .Secondary air combina-
tion valve (turbo models)
4 25A .Sub fan (except 3.0 L
models)
5 25A .Main fan
6 20A .Audio
7 15A .Headlight (right side)
8 15A .Headlight (left side)
9 20A .Back-up light
10 15A .Horn
11 25A .Rear window defogger
12 15A .Fuel pump
13 15A .Automatic transmission
control unit
14 7.5A .Engine control unit
15 15A .Turn and hazard warning
flasher
16 20A .Parking switch
17 7.5A .Alternator

14-2Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................................... 7-35
Warning light ................................................. 3-34, 7-36
Accessories ....................................................... 5-4, 11-49
Accessory power outlet ................................................. 6-9
Active head restraint ..................................................... 1-7
Air cleaner element ................................................... 11-17
Air conditioner ............................................................. 4-7
Air filtration system ..................................................... 4-13
Air flow selection .......................................................... 4-2
Alarm system ............................................................ 2-16
All-Wheel Drive warning light ....................................... 3-36
Aluminum wheel cleaning ............................................ 10-3
Aluminum wheels ...................................................... 11-40
Antenna system ........................................................... 5-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................................... 7-35
Arming the system ..................................................... 2-17
Armrest ..................................................................... 1-12
Ashtray ..................................................................... 6-11
AT OIL TEMP warning light ......................................... 3-33
Audio control button ................................................... 5-26
Audio set .................................................................... 5-5
Auto-dimming mirror/compass ...................................... 3-56
Automatic climate control system ................................... 4-7
Automatic transmission 4-speed ................................................................ 7-18
5-speed ................................................................ 7-24
Capacities ............................................................. 12-4
Fluid .................................................................... 11-22
Manual mode ................................................ 7-21, 7-27
Selector lever ................................................ 7-19, 7-25 Shift lock release
............................................ 7-24, 7-30
SPORT mode ........................................................ 7-23
Temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) ................. 3-33
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) ........... 1-15
AUX unit operation ..................................................... 5-25
BBattery .................................................................... 11-46
Jump starting ......................................................... 9-10
Replacement (remote keyless entry system) .............. 2-11
Booster seat .............................................................. 1-34
Brake Booster ....................................................... 7-34, 11-30
Fluid ................................................................... 11-28
Pad and lining ...................................................... 11-32
Parking ....................................................... 7-45, 11-33
Pedal .................................................................. 11-31
System .................................................................. 7-34
Brake pedal Free play ............................................................. 11-31
Reserve distance .................................................. 11-31
Brake system ............................................................. 7-34
Warning light .......................................................... 3-35
Braking ..................................................................... 7-34
Tips ...................................................................... 7-34
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ................... 11-32
Bulb Chart .................................................................... 12-9
Replacing ............................................................ 11-50

14-10Index
Turn signal Indicator lights ....................................................... 3-40
Lever .................................................................... 3-47
U
Under-floor storage compartment ................................. 6-18
V
Valet mode ................................................................ 2-19
Vanity mirror Light .................................................................... 11-58
Vehicle Capacity weight ..................................................... 8-14
Identification ......................................................... 12-11
Symbols .................................................................... 2
Vehicle Dynamics Control
OFF indicator light .................................................. 7-40
OFF switch ........................................................... 7-42
Operation indicator light .................................. 3-37, 7-40
System ................................................................. 7-38
Warning light ................................................. 3-37, 7-40
Ventilator .................................................................... 4-2
W
Warning and indicator lights ........................................ 3-28
Warning light
ABS ............................................................. 3-34, 7-36
All-Wheel Drive ...................................................... 3-36
AT OIL TEMP ........................................................ 3-33
Brake system ........................................................ 3-35 Charge
.................................................................. 3-32
CHECK ENGINE .................................................... 3-31
Door open ............................................................. 3-36
Low fuel ................................................. 3-7, 3-27, 3-36
Low tire pressure .................................................... 3-33
Oil pressure ........................................................... 3-32
Seatbelt. ........................................................ 1-15, 3-29
SRS airbag system ................................................. 3-30
Vehicle Dynamics Control ....................... 3-37, 7-40, 7-41
Warranties ..................................................................... 1
Warranties and maintenance ........................................ 8-21
Washing .................................................................... 10-2
Waxing and polishing .................................................. 10-3
Wear indicators ........................................................ 11-38
Wheel Alignment .............................................................. 12-5
Aluminum ............................................................ 11-40
Balance ............................................................... 11-38
Replacement. ....................................................... 11-40
Windows ................................................................... 2-21
Windshield
Washer fluid. ........................................................ 11-41
Wiper and washer switches ..................................... 3-51
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-42
Wiper deicer .......................................................... 3-53
Winter Driving ................................................................... 8-8
Tires ........................................................... 8-11, 11-34
Winter tire ........................................................ 8-11, 11-34
Wiper and washer ...................................................... 3-49