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Starting and operating
accelerator pedal slightly and move the selector lever back and forth be-
tween "D" and "R" repeatedly. Do not race the engine. For the best pos-
sible traction, avoid spinning the wheels when trying to free the vehicle.
When the road surface is extremely slippery, you can obtain better trac-
tion by starting the vehicle with the transmission in 2nd than 1st (both for
MT and AT).
D Never equip your vehicle with tires larger than those specified in this
manual.
D Frequent driving of an AWD vehicle under hard-driving conditions such
as rough roads or off roads will necessitate more frequent replacement of
engine oil, brake fluid and transmission oil than that specified in the main-
tenance schedule described in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet.
Remember that damage done to your Subaru while operating if off-road
and not using common sense precautions such as those listed above is
not eligible for warranty coverage.
Winter driving
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J Operation during cold weather
Carry some emergency equipment, such as tire chains, a window scrap-
er, a bag of sand, flares, a small shovel, and jumper cables.
Check the battery and cables. Cold temperatures reduce battery capac-
ity. The battery must be in good condition to provide enough power for
cold winter starts.
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