Subaru 2012 Outback Manuals

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Subaru 2012 Outback Manual (474 pages)

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 22.93 MB

Table of Contents

12
Seat, Seatbelt and Srs Airbags

24
Keys and Doors

90
- Key Number
  91
- Keys
  91
- Keys and Doors
  91
- Immobilizer
  92
- Security ID Plate
  92
- Door Locks
  93
- Key Replacement
  93
- Locking and Unlocking from the Outside
  93
- Security Indicator Light
  93
- Locking and Unlocking from the Inside
  94
- Battery Drainage Prevention Function
  95
- Power Door Locking Switches
  95
- Key Lock-In Prevention Function
  96
- Remote Keyless Entry System
  96
- Locking the Doors
  97
- Opening the Trunk Lid (Legacy)
  98
- Unlocking the Doors
  98
- Unlocking the Rear Gate (Outback)
  98
- Vehicle Finder Function
  98
- Replacing the Battery
  99
- Selecting Audible Signal Operation
  99
- Sounding a Panic Alarm
  99
- Replacing Lost Transmitters
  101
- Activating and Deactivating the Alarm System
  104
- Alarm System
  104
- System Alarm Operation
  104
- Arming the System
  105
- If You Have Accidentally Triggered the Alarm System
  105
- Disarming the System
  106
- Passive Arming
  107
- Valet Mode
  107
- Child Safety Locks
  108
- Shock Sensors (Dealer Option)
  108
- Tripped Sensor Identification
  108
- Power Window Operation by Driver
  109
- Windows
  109
- Power Window Operation by Passengers
  111
- Initialization of Power Window
  112
- To Open and Close the Trunk Lid from Outside
  112
- Trunk Lid (Legacy)
  112
- Internal Trunk Lid Release Handle
  113
- To Open the Trunk Lid from Inside
  113
- Rear Gate (Outback)
  115
- Moonroof (if Equipped)
  116
- Moonroof Switches
  117
- Sun Shade
  118
Instruments and Controls

120
- Ignition Switch
  122
- Lock
  122
- Acc
  123
- Ignition Switch Light
  123
- Key Reminder Chime
  123
- Start
  123
- Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
  124
- Combination Meter Illumination
  124
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  124
- Meters and Gauges
  124
- Double Trip Meter
  125
- Odometer
  125
- Speedometer
  125
- Fuel Gauge
  126
- Tachometer
  126
- ECO Gauge
  127
- Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
  128
- Warning and Indicator Lights
  128
- Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag on and off Indicators
  130
- SRS Airbag System Warning Light
  130
- CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Light
  131
- Coolant Temperature Low Indicator Light/Coolant Temperature High Warning Light
  132
- AT OIL TEMP Warning Light (at and CVT Models)
  133
- Charge Warning Light
  133
- Engine Low Oil Level Warning Light
  133
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
  133
- Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
  134
- Models)
  134
- ABS Warning Light
  135
- Brake System Warning Light
  136
- Door Open Indicator Light
  138
- Hill Holder Indicator Light
  138
- Low Fuel Warning Light
  138
- Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Light
  138
- All-Wheel Drive Warning Light (at and CVT Models)
  139
- Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
  139
- Security Indicator Light
  140
- Vehicle Dynamics Control off Indicator Light
  140
- High Beam Indicator Light
  141
- Select Lever/Gear Position Indicator
  141
- Turn Signal Indicator Lights
  141
- Clock
  142
- Cruise Control Indicator Light
  142
- Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
  142
- Front Fog Light Indicator Light (if Equipped)
  142
- Headlight Indicator Light
  142
- Multi Function Display
  143
- Outside Temperature Indicator
  143
- Average Fuel Consumption
  144
- Current Fuel Consumption
  145
- Driving Range on Remaining Fuel
  145
- Headlights
  146
- Light Control Switch
  146
- Daytime Running Light System
  147
- Headlight Flasher
  147
- High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
  147
- Instruments and Controls
  147
- Illumination Brightness Control
  148
- Turn Signal Lever
  148
- Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
  149
- Wiper and Washer
  149
- Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
  151
- Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch (Outback)
  152
- Defogger and Deicer
  153
- Mirrors
  154
- Type a Inside Mirror (if Equipped)
  154
- Type B Inside Mirror (if Equipped)
  155
- Auto-Dimming Mirror with Compass (if Equipped)
  162
- Auto-Dimming Mirror with Compass and Homelink (if Equipped)
  164
- Outside Mirrors
  169
- Horn
  171
- Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
  171
Climate Control

172
- Center Ventilators
  173
- Climate Control
  173
- Side Ventilators
  173
- Ventilator Control
  173
- Climate Control Panel
  174
- Type a
  174
- Type B
  175
- Automatic Climate Control System (Type B)
  176
- Temperature Sensors
  176
- Airflow Mode Selection
  177
- Manual Climate Control
  177
- Air Conditioner Control
  178
- Air Inlet Selection
  178
- Fan Speed Control
  178
- Temperature Control
  178
- Cleaning Ventilator Grille
  179
- Defrosting
  179
- Efficient Cooling after Parking in Direct Sunlight
  179
- Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
  179
- Air Conditioner Compressor Shut-Off When Engine Is Heavily Loaded
  180
- Air Filtration System
  180
- Checking Air Conditioning System before Summer Season
  180
- Cooling and Dehumidifying in High Humidity and Low Temperature Weather Condition
  180
- Lubrication Oil Circulation in the Refrigerant Circuit
  180
- Refrigerant for Your Climate Control System
  180
- Replacing an Air Filter
  181
Audio

184
- Antenna System
  186
- FM Reception
  186
- Installation of Accessories
  186
- Printed Antenna
  186
- Audio Set
  187
- Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
  188
- Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
  189
- Type C Audio Set (if Equipped)
  190
- Power and Audio Controls
  191
- Power Switch and Volume Control
  191
- Sound Controls and Audio Settings
  191
- Adjustable Level of each Mode
  194
- AM Selection (Type a and B Audio)
  195
- FM Selection (Type a and B Audio)
  195
- FM/AM Radio Operation
  195
- FM/AM Selection (Type C Audio)
  195
- Tuning
  195
- HD Radio ® Technology (Digital am and FM Radio) (Type C Audio)
  198
- RDS Text Display
  200
- Station Preset
  201
- Satellite Radio Operation (if Equipped)
  202
- Satellite Radio Reception
  202
- Sirius XM Satellite Radio Activation (for U.S.A. Only)
  202
- Band Selection
  203
- Channel and Category Selection
  204
- Channel Preset
  205
- When the Following Messages Are Displayed (Type C Audio)
  205
- CD Player Operation
  206
- Play File
  206
- How to Insert a CD
  207
- How to Play Back a CD
  207
- To Select a Track from the Beginning
  207
- Fast-Forwarding and Rewinding
  208
- Repeating
  209
- Random Playback
  210
- Display Selection (Type a and B Audio)
  211
- Folder Selection
  211
- Scan
  211
- How to Eject a CD from the Player
  212
- When the Following Messages Are Displayed
  212
- Auxiliary Input Jack
  213
- Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
  214
- Connectable Ipod Models
  216
- Connectable USB Storage Device
  216
- Operations (Type B and C Audio)
  216
- Play File
  216
- USB Storage Device / Ipod
  216
- Connecting USB Storage Device / Ipod
  217
- Fast-Forwarding and Rewinding
  218
- How to Play Back
  218
- To Select a Chapter from the Beginning When Connecting Ipod
  218
- To Select a Track from the Beginning
  218
- Random Playback
  219
- Repeating
  219
- SCAN (Only When Connecting USB Storage Device)
  220
- Selecting Category (Only When Connecting Ipod ® )
  220
- Display Selection (Type B Audio)
  222
- Folder Selection (Only When Connecting USB Storage Device)
  222
- Selection from List (Only When Connecting USB Storage Device) (Type C Audio)
  222
- Setting the Playing Speed (Only When the Audiobook Is Playing) (Type C Audio)
  222
- When the Following Messages Are Displayed
  222
- Audio Control Buttons
  224
- MODE Button
  224
- And " " Switch
  225
- Bluetooth Audio (Type B and C Audio)
  226
- MUTE Button (if Equipped)
  226
- Volume Control Switch
  226
- Media Format
  227
- Setting Bluetooth Audio (Type B Audio)
  227
- Setting Bluetooth Audio (Type C Audio)
  228
- Bluetooth ® Audio Operation
  231
- Hands-Free System (if Equipped)
  232
- Tips for the Hands-Free System
  232
- Certification for the Hands-Free System
  233
- Safety Precautions
  235
- Using the Hands-Free System
  235
- Bluetooth Setting
  250
Interior Equipment

254
- Dome Light
  255
- Interior Equipment
  255
- Interior Light
  255
- Map Light
  255
- Cargo Area Light (Outback)
  256
- Sun Visor Extension Plate
  257
- Sun Visors
  257
- Storage Compartment
  258
- Vanity Mirror with Light
  258
- Center Console Box
  259
- Glove Box
  259
- Cup Holder
  261
- Overhead Console
  261
- Pocket (if Equipped)
  261
- Bottle Holders
  262
- Front Passenger's Cup Holder
  262
- Rear Passenger's Cup Holder
  262
- Accessory Power Outlets
  263
- Ashtray (if Equipped)
  265
- Coat Hook
  266
- Legacy
  266
- Shopping Bag Hook
  266
- Floor Mat
  267
- Outback
  267
- Cargo Area Cover (Outback - if Equipped)
  268
- Using the Cover
  268
- Stowage of the Cargo Area Cover
  269
- To Remove the Cover Housing
  269
- Convenient Tie-Down Hooks (Outback)
  270
- To Install the Cover Housing
  270
- Under-Floor Storage Compartment
  271
- Rear View Camera (if Equipped)
  272
- How to Use the Rear View Camera
  273
- Viewing Range on the Screen
  274
- Help Line
  275
Starting and Operating

278
- Fuel
  279
- Fuel Requirements
  279
- Starting and Operating
  279
- Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
  280
- State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
  283
- Preparing to Drive
  284
- MT Models
  285
- Starting the Engine
  285
- AT and CVT Models
  286
- Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
  287
- Starting Your Vehicle
  287
- Stopping the Engine
  287
- Entering the Vehicle While It Is Running Via Remote Start
  288
- Remote Start Safety Features
  288
- Remote Start Confirmation Transmitter Feature
  289
- Shutdown
  289
- Pre-Heating or Pre-Cooling the Interior of the Vehicle
  290
- Remote Transmitter Program
  290
- Service Mode
  290
- System Maintenance
  291
- Manual Transmission
  292
- Selecting Reverse Gear
  293
- Shifting Speeds
  293
- Automatic Transmission/Continuously Variable Transmission
  294
- Driving Tips
  294
- Select Lever
  295
- Shift Lock Function
  297
- Selection of Manual Mode
  298
- Driving Tips
  299
- Brake System
  300
- Braking
  300
- Braking Tips
  300
- Power Steering
  300
- ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
  301
- Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
  301
- ABS System Self-Check
  302
- ABS Warning Light
  302
- Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
  302
- Steps to Take if EBD System Malfunctions
  302
- Vehicle Dynamics Control System
  303
- Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
  305
- Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
  305
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
  306
- Parking Your Vehicle
  307
- Electronic Parking Brake
  308
- Parking Tips
  311
- Cruise Control
  312
- To Set Cruise Control
  312
- To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
  313
- To Turn off the Cruise Control
  313
- To Change the Cruising Speed
  314
- Cruise Control Indicator Light
  315
- Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
  315
Driving Tips

316
- Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
  317
- Fuel Economy Hints
  317
- New Vehicle Break-In Driving - the First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
  317
- Catalytic Converter
  318
- Driving in Foreign Countries
  319
- Periodic Inspections
  319
- Driving Tips for AWD Vehicles
  320
- Legacy
  321
- Off Road Driving
  321
- Outback
  321
- Operation During Cold Weather
  323
- Winter Driving
  323
- Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
  325
- Corrosion Protection
  326
- Snow Tires
  326
- Loading Your Vehicle
  327
- Rocking the Vehicle
  327
- Tire Chains
  327
- Vehicle Capacity Weight
  328
- GVWR and GAWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating and Gross Axle Weight Rating)
  329
- Roof Rails with Integrated Crossbars
  329
- Trailer Hitch (Outback - if Equipped)
  332
- Connecting a Trailer
  333
- Trailer Towing
  334
- Warranties and Maintenance
  334
- When You Do Not Tow a Trailer
  334
- Maximum Load Limits
  335
- Trailer Hitches
  338
- Connecting a Trailer
  339
- Trailer Towing Tips
  340
In Case of Emergency

344
- In Case of Emergency
  345
- Temporary Spare Tire
  345
- Maintenance Tools
  346
- Legacy
  347
- Outback
  348
- Changing a Flat Tire
  349
- Flat Tires
  349
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
  352
- Jump Starting
  353
- How to Jump Start
  354
- Compartment
  356
- Engine Overheating
  356
- If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
  356
- Towing
  356
- Towing and Tie-Down Hooks/Holes
  357
- Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
  359
- Using a Flat-Bed Truck
  359
- Electronic Parking Brake - if the Electronic Parking Brake Cannot be Released
  360
- Trunk Lid (Legacy) - if the Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened
  362
- Moonroof - if Moonroof Cannot be Closed
  363
- Rear Gate (Outback) - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked
  363
Appearance Care

366
- Appearance Care
  367
- Exterior Care
  367
- Washing
  367
- Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
  368
- Waxing and Polishing
  368
- Corrosion Protection
  369
- Most Common Causes of Corrosion
  369
- To Help Prevent Corrosion
  369
- Cleaning the Interior
  370
- Climate Control Panel, Audio Panel, Instrument Panel, Console Panel, Switches, Combination Meter, and Other Plastic Surface
  370
- Leather Seat Materials
  370
- Seat Fabric
  370
- Synthetic Leather Upholstery
  370
- Monitor (if Equipped)
  371
Maintenance and Service

372
- Maintenance Precautions
  374
- Maintenance Schedule
  374
- Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
  375
- When Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment (2.5 L Non-Turbo Models)
  375
- Maintenance Tips
  376
- Removing and Reinstalling Clips
  376
- When Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
  376
- Engine Hood
  378
- Pulling off the Fender Lining
  378
- Removing Air Intake Duct
  378
- Engine Compartment Overview
  380
- L Non-Turbo Models
  380
- L Turbo Models
  381
- L Models
  382
- Checking the Oil Level
  383
- Engine Oil
  383
- Changing the Oil and Oil Filter
  385
- Cooling System
  387
- Recommended Grade and Viscosity
  387
- Synthetic Oil
  387
- Cooling Fan, Hose and Connections
  388
- Engine Coolant
  388
- Air Cleaner Element
  389
- Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
  389
- Recommended Spark Plugs
  391
- Spark Plugs
  391
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
  392
- Checking the Fluid Level
  392
- Drive Belts
  392
- Manual Transmission Oil
  392
- Recommended Grade and Viscosity
  392
- Recommended Fluid
  393
- Checking the Oil Level
  394
- Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid
  394
- Front Differential Gear Oil (at and CVT Models)
  394
- Checking the Fluid Level
  395
- Power Steering Fluid
  395
- Rear Differential Gear Oil
  395
- Recommended Grade and Viscosity
  395
- Brake Fluid
  396
- Checking the Fluid Level
  396
- Recommended Fluid
  396
- Checking the Fluid Level
  397
- Clutch Fluid (MT Models)
  397
- Recommended Brake Fluid
  397
- Brake Booster
  398
- Recommended Clutch Fluid
  398
- Brake Pedal
  399
- Checking the Brake Pedal Free Play
  399
- Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
  399
- Checking the Clutch Function
  400
- Checking the Clutch Pedal Free Play
  400
- Clutch Pedal (MT Models)
  400
- Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
  400
- Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
  401
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
  401
- Tires and Wheels
  401
- Types of Tires
  401
- Tire Inspection
  403
- Tire Pressures and Wear
  403
- Wheel Balance
  405
- Tire Rotation
  406
- Tire Rotation Direction Mark
  406
- Wear Indicators
  406
- Tire Replacement
  407
- Aluminum Wheels
  408
- Wheel Replacement
  408
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  408
- Replacement of Wiper Blades
  410
- Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
  410
- Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
  411
- Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly (Outback)
  412
- Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber (Outback)
  412
- Battery
  414
- Fuses
  415
- Headlight
  416
- Installation of Accessories
  416
- Replacing Bulbs
  416
- Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
  419
- Front Position Light
  419
- Front Turn Signal Light
  419
- Rear Combination Lights
  420
- Tail/Back-Up Light (Outback)
  422
- License Plate Light
  423
- Dome Light
  424
- Map Light
  425
- Vanity Mirror Light
  425
- Cargo Area Light (Outback)
  426
- Door Step Light
  426
- Other Bulbs
  426
- Trunk Light (Legacy)
  426
Specifications

428
- Dimensions
  429
- Specifications
  429
- Engine
  430
- Fuel
  430
- Engine Oil
  431
- Manual Transmission, Front Differential and Rear Differential Gear Oil
  434
- Engine Coolant
  435
- Fluids
  435
- Electrical System
  436
- Tires
  436
- Fuse Panel Located in the Passenger Compartment
  437
- Fuses and Circuits
  437
- Specifications
  438
- Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
  439
- Bulb Chart
  441
- Vehicle Identification
  444
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

446
- Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
  447
- Tire Information
  447
- Tire Labeling
  447
- Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
  449
- Glossary of Tire Terminology
  450
- Tire Care - Maintenance and Safety Practices
  454
- Vehicle Load Limit - How to Determine
  455
- Adverse Safety Consequences of Overloading on Handling and Stopping and on Tires
  458
- Determining Compatibility of Tire and Vehicle Load Capacities
  458
- Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
  458
- Traction AA, A, B, C
  459
- Treadwear
  459
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
  459
- Reporting Safety Defects (USA)
  460
- Temperature A, B, C
  460
- Index
  462

Subaru 2012 Outback Quick Reference Manual (33 pages)

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Quick Reference Guide
1
Table of Contents
3
Getting Started
4
- Remote Keyless Entry
  4
- Panic Alarm
  4
- Heated Seats
  5
- Folding the Rear Seat
  5
Instrument Panel
6
Gauges
8
- Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column
  10
- Power Exterior Mirrors
  10
Personalize
10
Light Controls
12
Controls
12
- Windshield Wipers
  13
- Daytime Running Lights
  13
- Manual Climate Control
  14
- Automatic Climate Control
  16
- Steering Wheel Audio Controls
  22
- Aux Jack
  22
- Cruise Control
  23
- Electronic Parking Brake
  24
While Operating
24
- Child Restraint System
  26
- Child Safety Locks
  26
Safety/In Case of Emergency
26
Additional Information
28
- Engine Oil
  29
- Owner Information
  31

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