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  • Page 1: Quick Guide

    Outback 2018 Quick Guide Love. It’s what makes a Subaru, a Subaru.
  • Page 2 Guide is optional at extra cost. Specific options may be available only in combination with other options. Specific combinations of equipment or features may vary from time to time, and by geographic area. Subaru of America, Inc. reserves the right to change or discontinue at any time, without notice: Prices,...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started 2–5 6–7 Instrument Panel 8–11 Gauges Personalize 12–13 Controls 14–21 While Operating 22–23 Safety/In Case of Emergency 24–25 26–28 Additional Information...

  • Page 4: Remote Keyless Entry

    Remote Keyless Entry 1. Lock/Arm 3. Unlocking the Rear Gate • Press to lock all doors and the rear • Press the button to unlock the gate and activate the security alarm. rear gate. • If any of the doors or the rear gate are 4.
  • Page 5 Seating 10-Way Power Driver’s Seat (if equipped) 1. Forward/Backward, 2. Seatback Angle and Height Move the switch in the Move the switch toward the front corresponding direction to adjust or rear to move the seat forward the angle of the seatback. or backward.

  • Page 6: Seat Controls

    Seating Seat Controls 1. Forward/Backward Pull up on the lever below the front of the driver’s seat to move the seat forward or backward. 2. Raise/Lower Seat Cushion To adjust the height of the driver’s seat, pull up or push down the seat height adjustment lever, located on the lower left front of the seat.

  • Page 7: Folding The Rear Seat

    Rear Seat Heater (if equipped) Press the rear seat heater switch. Each time you press the switch, the mode will change as follows: High, Low, Off. Folding the Rear Seat From Inside the Vehicle Push the release button on the top of the seatback that you want to fold down.

  • Page 8: Instrument Panel

    Instrument Panel PAGE 14, 19 8-11 NUMBER...
  • Page 9 16-17...

  • Page 10: Gauges

    Gauges Tachometer ECO gauge Outback 2.5i Immediate Attention Caution Informational Trip meter reset button Temperature gauge Trip meter and odometer Seatbelt warning High beam indicator light Front passenger Engine oil level warning seatbelt warning AT OIL TEMP SRS airbag system (Automatic Transmission) Security indicator light ABS warning...
  • Page 11 Speedometer Fuel gauge Vehicle Dynamics Control/ Vehicle Dynamics Control Hill holder operation Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF Turn signals CHECK ENGINE/ Front fog light indicator Malfunction indicator light (if equipped) Tire pressure warning light Headlight indicator light Front passenger airbag ON Cruise control (Located on overhead console) indicator light...
  • Page 12 Gauges Tachometer ECO gauge Outback 2.5i Premium Outback 2.5i Limited Outback 2.5i Touring Outback 3.6R Limited Outback 3.6R Touring Immediate Attention Caution Informational Trip meter reset button Temperature gauge Trip meter and odometer Seatbelt warning Door open (if equipped) Front passenger High beam indicator light seatbelt warning SRS airbag system...
  • Page 13 Speedometer Fuel gauge Vehicle Dynamics Control/ Vehicle Dynamics Control Hill holder operation Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF Turn signals CHECK ENGINE/ Front fog light indicator Malfunction indicator light (if equipped) Tire pressure warning light Headlight indicator light Front passenger airbag ON Cruise control (Located on overhead console) indicator light...

  • Page 14: Personalize

    Personalize Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column Push the lever down firmly to adjust the height and lengthwise position of the column; firmly push the lever back up to lock the column in place. Do not adjust while driving. Heated Steering Wheel (if equipped) To activate, pull the Heated Steering Wheel switch while the ignition is in the ON position.

  • Page 15: Power Exterior Mirrors

    Power Exterior Mirrors Turn the knob to the “L” side to adjust the left-hand mirror or to the “R” side to adjust the right-hand mirror. Move the knob in the direction you want to move the mirror. Then return the knob to the neutral/center position. Combination Meter Display Controls (if equipped) Use the i/SET controls to display and switch selected items in the Combination...

  • Page 16: Controls

    Controls Light Controls Turns on headlights, instrument Push forward to change from low panel illumination, parking lights, beam to high beam. Pull the lever back to center to return to low beam. tail lights and license plate lights. Push up for right turn signal.

  • Page 17: Windshield Wipers

    INT. HIGH Windshield Wipers To turn on the wipers, press the wiper control lever down one level for intermittent, two levels for low, or three levels for high speed. Return the lever to the “OFF” position to stop the wipers. For a single wipe, move the lever up.
  • Page 18 Controls Manual Climate Control (if equipped) 5. Temperature Control Dial 1. Fan Speed Control Dial Rotate the fan speed control dial to select Rotate the temperature control dial from one of four fan speeds. blue for cool, to red for warm. Rotate the dial all the way left for MAX A/C.
  • Page 19 Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control System (if equipped) 1. Automatic On and Off 6. Air Flow Mode Selection Button This system automatically controls Press the button to select the outlet air temperature, fan speed, air desired air flow mode. The selected flow distribution, air inlet control, and air flow mode –...
  • Page 20 Please see your Owner’s Manual for programming instructions or visit www.subaru.com/homelink to view a how-to video.
  • Page 21 Instrument Panel Switches (lower left) Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for details on these switches. 1. Power rear gate switch (if equipped) 2. Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch 3. Blind Spot Detection/Rear Cross Traffic Alert OFF switch (if equipped) 4.

  • Page 22: Steering Wheel Audio Controls

    Controls Steering Wheel Audio Controls (if equipped) With any of the radio modes selected, press the left or right arrow button to skip through your presets. In CD mode, press the buttons to skip forward or back a track. Push the switch up (+) to increase volume or down (–) to decrease volume.

  • Page 23: Cruise Control

    Cruise Control To activate the cruise control, press the “ ” button. The indicator light on the To resume your speed after instrument panel will turn on. canceling, push the switch To deactivate cruise control, to the “RES” side. press the “ ”...

  • Page 24: While Operating

    While Operating Electronic Parking Brake To apply, push the brake pedal and pull up the parking brake switch. The brake system warning light on the instrument panel and the indicator light on the parking brake switch will illuminate. To release, make sure all doors are closed and your seatbelt is fastened, then gently push the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 25 Automatic Transmission Shift Mode The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) gives you ultimate control with two different driving modes: Normal Mode and Manual Mode. Normal Mode When the selector lever is in the “D” (Drive) position, the transmission is in Normal shift mode.

  • Page 26: Safety/In Case Of Emergency

    Safety/In Case of Emergency Child Restraint System For maximum safety, first carefully read the LATCH system instructions from the device manufacturer, as well as the installation instructions in your Owner’s Manual, to properly install the LATCH compatible restraint system. Use the appropriate seatbelts or anchorages provided in your vehicle.
  • Page 27 AWD system. A flatbed truck is the only recommended way to properly transport your AWD vehicle. If towing is necessary, it is best done by your Subaru Retailer or a commercial towing service. Subaru Roadside Assistance Subaru Roadside Assistance is free and standard on every 2018 Subaru vehicle.

  • Page 28: Additional Information

    Additional Information Fuel For both the 2.5 liter 4-cyl. engine and the 3.6 liter 6-cyl. engine, use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. Consult the Owner’s Manual for more detailed information. Fuel Capacity • 18.5 US gal (70 liters, 15.4 Imp gal) •...

  • Page 29: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Use only the following oils: • API classification SN with the words “RESOURCE CONSERVING.” • Or ILSAC GF-5, which can be identified with the ILSAC certification mark (Starburst mark). - 2.5 liter 4-cyl. DOHC models use 0W-20 synthetic, replacement interval 6,000 miles under normal driving conditions.

  • Page 30: Engine Compartment

    Engine Compartment Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for more information. 2.5 L Engine Note: Callouts apply to both engines. 1. Brake Fluid Reservoir 6. Engine Coolant Reservoir 2. Main Fuse Box 7. Radiator Cap 3. Windshield Washer Tank 8. Engine Oil Dipstick 4.
  • Page 31 Manuals & Warranties Review vehicle manuals & maintenance schedule Review warranty information (Basic, Powertrain, Tire, Wear Items & Adjustments) Review Subaru Roadside Assistance 1 (800) 261-2155 Retailer Orientation Parts & Service departments locations & hours Service Advisor introduction and/or business card Service appointment &...
  • Page 32 Parking Brake operation STARLINK Audio System, Bluetooth & Safety / Security Bluetooth - Pair owner’s phone(s) & show operation (Download SUBARU STARLINK and MySubaru Apps*) STARLINK Audio and Navigation* system controls Safety, Comfort & Convenience All Wheel Drive System, Emergency towing of AWD,...
  • Page 33 Subaru of America, Inc., Subaru Plaza, P.O. Box 6000, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-6000 MSA5B1804A Issued May 2017 Printed in USA 05/17...

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