clutch SUBARU OUTBACK 2010 5.G User Guide

11-10Maintenance and service
& 2.5 L turbo models
1) Power steering fluid reservoir
(page 11-29)
2) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-23)
3) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-31)
4) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-30)
5) Fuse box (page 11-48)
6) Battery (page 11-47)
7) Windshield washer tank (page 11-42)
8) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-12)
9) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-18)
10) Radiator cap (page 11-18)
11) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-12)
12) Air cleaner case (page 11-20)

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 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. .
Never splash the clutch fluid over
painted surfaces or rubber parts.
Alcohol contained in the clutch
fluid may damage them.
. Be careful not to spill clutch fluid
when adding it. If clutch fluid
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or
a fire. If clutch fluid gets on the
exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe itoff.
1) “MAX ”level mark
2) “MIN ”level mark
Check the fluid level on the outside of the
reservoir. If the level is below “MIN ”level
mark, add the recommended clutch fluidto “MAX ”level mark.
Maintenance and service
11-31
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11-32Maintenance and service
Use only clutch fluid from a sealed
container. &Recommended clutch fluid
FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or 4 brake fluid
CAUTION
Avoid mixing DOT 3 and DOT 4
brake fluids even if they are of the
same brand. Brake booster
If the brake booster does not operate as
described in the following procedure, have
it checked by your SUBARU dealer.
1. With the engine off, depress the brake
pedal several times, applying the same
pedal force each time. The distance the
pedal travels should not vary.
2. With the brake pedal depressed, start
the engine. The pedal should move
slightly down to the floor.
3. With the brake pedal depressed, stop
the engine and keep the pedal depressed
for 30 seconds. The pedal height should
not change.
4. Start the engine again and run for
approximately 1 minute then turn it off.
Depress the brake pedal several times to
check the brake booster. The brake
booster operates properly if the pedal
stroke decreases with each depression. NOTE
When you depress the brake pedal
strongly or suddenly, the following
phenomena occur. However, even
though these occur, they do not indi-
cate any malfunctions, and the brake
assist system is operating properly. .
You might feel that the brake pedal is applied by lighter force and gener-
ates a greater braking force..
You might hear the sound of ABS
operating from the engine compart-ment.
Brake assist is not a system that brings
more braking ability to the vehicle
beyond its breaking capability.

Brake pedal
Check the brake pedal free play and
reserve distance according to the main-
tenance schedule in the“Warranty and
Maintenance Booklet ”.
& Checking the brake pedal
free play
1) 0.08 –0.18 in (2 –5 mm)
Stop the engine and firmly depress the
brake pedal several times. Lightly pull the
brake pedal up with one finger to check
the free play with a force of less than 2 lbf
(10 N, 1 kgf).
If the free play is not within proper
specification, contact your SUBARU deal-
er. &
Checking the brake pedal
reserve distance
1) More than 2.56 in (65 mm)
Depress the pedal with a force of approxi-
mately 66 lbf (294 N, 30 kgf) and measure
the distance between the upper surface of
the pedal pad and the floor.
When the measurement is smaller than
the specification, or when the pedal does
not operate smoothly, contact with your
SUBARU dealer. Clutch pedal (MT models)
Check the clutch pedal free play and
reserve distance according to the main-
tenance schedule in the
“Warranty and
Maintenance Booklet ”.
& Checking the clutch function
Check the clutch engagement and disen-gagement.
1. With the engine idling, check that there
are no abnormal noises when the clutch
pedal is depressed, and that shifting into
1st or reverse feels smooth.
2. Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal
slowly to check that the engine and
transmission smoothly couple without
any sign of slippage. Maintenance and service
11-33
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11-34Maintenance and service
&Checking the clutch pedal
free play
1) 0.19 –0.44 in (5 –11 mm)
Lightly press the clutch pedal down with
your finger until you feel resistance, and
check the free play.
If the free play is not within proper
specification, contact your SUBARU deal-
er. Replacement of brake pad
and lining
CAUTION
If you continue to drive despite the
scraping noise from the audible
brake pad wear indicator, it will
result in the need for costly brake
rotor repair or replacement.
The right front disc brake and the right rear
disc brake have audible wear indicators
on the brake pads. If the brake pads wear
close to their service limit, the wear
indicator makes a very audible scraping
noise when the brake pedal is applied.
If you hear this scraping noise each time you apply the brake pedal, have the brake
pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as
soon as possible.
& Breaking-in of new brake
pads and linings
When replacing the brake pad or lining,
use only genuine SUBARU parts. After
replacement, the new parts must be
broken in as follows: ! Brake pad and lining
While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40
mph (50 to 65 km/h), step on the brake
pedal lightly. Repeat this five or moretimes. ! Parking brake lining
The break-in maintenance for the parking
brake linings should be performed at a
SUBARU dealer.

System................................................................. 7-24
Brake pedal Free play ............................................................. 11-33
Reserve distance .................................................. 11-33
Brake system ............................................................ 7-24
Warning light ......................................................... 3-17
Braking ..................................................................... 7-23
Tips...................................................................... 7-23
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ................... 11-34
Bulb Chart .................................................................. 12-10
Replacing ............................................................. 11-50
C Capacities ................................................................. 12-4
Cargo area Cover ................................................................... 6-15
Light ....................................................................... 6-3
Tie-down hooks ..................................................... 6-17
Catalytic converter ....................................................... 8-3
Center Console .................................................................. 6-6
Ventilators ............................................................... 4-3
Changing
Coolant ................................................................ 11-18
Flat tire ................................................................... 9-6
Oil and oil filter ..................................................... 11-14
Charge warning light .................................................. 3-14
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ...................................................................... 3-12 Checking
Brake pedal free play ............................................ 11-33
Brake pedal reserve distance ................................. 11-33
Clutch function ..................................................... 11-33
Clutch pedal free play ........................................... 11-34
Coolant level ........................................................ 11-18
Fluid level (automatic transmission fluid) .................. 11-24
Fluid level (brake fluid) .......................................... 11-30
Fluid level (clutch fluid) .......................................... 11-31
Fluid level (power steering fluid) .. ........................... 11-29
Fluid level (washer fluid) ........................................ 11-42
Oil level (engine oil) .............................................. 11-12
Oil level (front differential gear oil) .......................... 11-26
Oil level (manual transmission oil) .......................... 11-23
Oil level (rear differential gear oil) ........................... 11-27
Child restraint systems ................................................ 1-25
Installation of a booster seat .................................... 1-31
Installation with A/ELR seatbelt ... ............................. 1-28
Lower and tether anchorages ................................... 1-33
Top tether anchorages ............................................ 1-35
Child safety ................................................................... 5
Locks .................................................................... 2-20
Chime Key........................................................................ 3-4Light ..................................................................... 3-27
Seatbelt. ........................................................ 1-14, 3-10
Cleaning Aluminum wheels ................................................... 10-3
Interior .................................................................. 10-5
Ventilation grille ...................................................... 4-14 Index
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14-4Index
Climate control system Automatic ................................................................ 4-8
Manual ................................................................... 4-4
Clock ........................................................................ 3-24
Clutch Fluid .................................................................... 11-31
Pedal .................................................................. 11-33
Coat hook ................................................................. 6-13
Continuously variable transmission ............................... 7-18
Capacities ............................................................. 12-4
Fluid .................................................................... 11-26
Manual mode ........................................................ 7-21
Oil temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) ............ 3-15
Select lever ........................................................... 7-19
Shift lock function ................................................... 7-20
Coolant .................................................................... 11-18
Temperature high warning light ................................ 3-13
Temperature low indicator light. ................................ 3-13
Cooling system ......................................................... 11-17
Corrosion protection ................................................... 10-4
Crossbars ................................................................. 8-14
Cruise control ............................................................ 7-38
Indicator light ................................................. 3-23, 7-41
Set indicator light ........................................... 3-23, 7-41
Cup holder .................................................................. 6-8
Front passenger ’s .................................................... 6-9
Rear passenger ’s..................................................... 6-9
D
Daytime running light system ....................................... 3-29
Defogger ................................................................... 3-34 Deicer
....................................................................... 3-34
Differential gear oil
Front ................................................................... 11-26
Rear ................................................................... 11-27
Dimensions ................................................................ 12-2
Disarming the alarm system ......................................... 2-18
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ........................ 7-24
Dome light ......................................................... 6-2, 11-58
Door
Locks ..................................................................... 2-5
Open indicator light ................................................. 3-20
Open warning light. ................................................. 3-20
Step light ............................................................. 11-60
Double trip meter ......................................................... 3-6
Drive belts ............................................................... 11-23
Driving
All-Wheel Drive warning light ................................... 3-20
AWD vehicles ......................................................... 8-5
Car phone/cell phone .................................................. 7
Drinking. .................................................................... 6
Drugs ........................................................................ 7
Foreign countries ..................................................... 8-4
Off road .................................................................. 8-6
Pets .......................................................................... 8
Snowy and icy roads ............................................... 8-9
Tips ................................................. 7-17, 7-23, 8-2, 8-5
Tired or sleepy ........................................................... 7
Winter .................................................................... 8-8
E
ECO gauge ................................................................ 3-8

Electrical system........................................................ 12-3
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system ........................................................... 3-18, 7-26
Electronic parking brake. ............................................. 7-34
Automatic release function by gas pedal ................... 7-35
Hill Holder ............................................................. 7-35
Warning ........................................................ 3-19, 7-37
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ............................. 1-13
Engine
Compartment overview ........................................... 11-9
Coolant ................................................................ 11-18
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ............................. 6, 8-2
Hood .................................................................... 11-7
Low oil level warning light ....................................... 3-14
Oil....................................................................... 11-12 Overheating .......................................................... 9-12
Starting ................................................................... 7-8
Stopping ............................................................... 7-10
Exterior care .............................................................. 10-2
F
Flat tires ..................................................................... 9-6
Floor mat .................................................................. 6-14
Fluid level
Automatic transmission .......................................... 11-24
Brake .................................................................. 11-30
Clutch .................................................................. 11-31
Power steering ..................................................... 11-29
Fog light Bulb .................................................................... 11-53
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-23 Switch
................................................................... 3-30
Front Differential gear oil ................................................ 11-26
Fog light ...................................................... 3-30, 11-53
Fog light indicator light ............................................ 3-23
Position light ........................................................ 11-53
Seatbelt pretensioners ............................................ 1-22
Turn signal light .................................................... 11-53
Front seats ................................................................. 1-2
Forward and backward adjustment ............................ 1-3
Power seat ............................................................. 1-4
Reclining ................................................................ 1-3
Seat height adjustment (driver ’s seat) ........................ 1-4
Fuel ........................................................................... 7-2
Economy hints ........................................................ 8-2
Filler lid and cap ...................................................... 7-3
Gauge .................................................................... 3-7
Requirements ......................................................... 7-2
Fuses ..................................................................... 11-48
Main fuse ............................................................ 11-50
Fuses and circuits ...................................................... 12-6
G
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) .. ............................. 8-13
Glove box ................................................................... 6-6
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ........................... 8-13
H
Hands-free system. ..................................................... 5-32
Hazard warning flasher .......................................... 3-5, 9-2
Head restraint adjustment Index
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14-8Index
P Parking ..................................................................... 7-33
Brake ................................................................... 7-34
Tips...................................................................... 7-37
Periodic inspections ..................................................... 8-4
Petrol fuel ................................................................... 7-2
Pocket ........................................................................ 6-8
Power Door locking switch .................................................. 2-7
Seat ....................................................................... 1-4
Steering ................................................................ 7-23
Steering fluid ........................................................ 11-29
Window ................................................................ 2-21
Precautions against vehicle modification ............... 1-24, 1-64
Preparing to drive ........................................................ 7-7
Printed antenna ........................................................... 5-2
RRear Combination lights ................................................. 11-54
Differential gear oil ................................................ 11-27
Gate ............................................................. 2-27, 9-19
Turn signal light .................................................... 11-54
Rear seat .................................................................... 1-7
Folding down ........................................................... 1-8
Reclining ................................................................. 1-8
Rear view camera ...................................................... 6-19
Rear window Defogger ............................................................... 3-34
Wiper and washer switch ........................................ 3-34
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-45 Recommended
Automatic transmission fluid ................................... 11-25
Brake fluid ........................................................... 11-31
Clutch fluid .......................................................... 11-32
Engine oil ................................................... 11-16, 11-17
Front differential gear oil ........................................ 11-27
Manual transmission oil ......................................... 11-24
Power steering fluid .............................................. 11-30
Rear differential gear oil ........................................ 11-28
Spark plugs ......................................................... 11-22
Refueling .................................................................... 7-3
Remote engine start system ........................................ 7-10
Remote keyless entry system ....................................... 2-8
Replacement Brake pad and lining ............................................. 11-34
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-43
Replacing Air cleaner element ............................................... 11-21
Battery (remote engine start transmitter) .................... 7-14
Battery (remote keyless entry system) ....................... 2-11
Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system) ......... 2-12
Replacing bulbs ....................................................... 11-50
Back-up light (Legacy) .......................................... 11-54
Brake light (Outback) ............................................ 11-55
Brake/Tail and rear side marker light (Legacy) .......... 11-54
Cargo area light ................................................... 11-60
Dome light ........................................................... 11-58
Door step light ..................................................... 11-60
Front fog light ....................................................... 11-53
Front position light ................................................ 11-53
Front turn signal light ............................................ 11-53