Subaru 2013 Outback Manuals

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Subaru 2013 Outback Owner's Manual (510 pages)

Owner's Manual

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 25.6 MB

Table of Contents

14
- Keys and Doors
  4
- Seat, Seatbelt and SRS Airbags
  4
- Index
  5
  - Vehicle Symbols
    6
  - Seatbelt and SRS Airbag
    7
  - Child Safety
    8
  - Drinking and Driving
    9
  - General Information
    11
  - California Proposition 65
    11
  - Tire Pressures
    11
  - Driving with Pets
    11
  - Event Data Recorder
    12
  - Table of Contents
    14
Table of Contents

30
Keys and Doors

98
- Keys and Doors
  99
- Keys
  
  100
  - Key Number Plate
    100
- Immobilizer
  
  101
  - Certification for Immobilizer System
    101
- Key Replacement (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")
  
  102
- Security ID Plate (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")
  
  102
  - Security Indicator Light
    102
- Door Locks
  
  103
- Power Door Locking Switches
  
  105
  - Key Lock-In Prevention Function
    106
- Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (Outback - if Equipped)
  
  106
  - Certification for Keyless Access with Push-Button
    107
    
    Start System
    107
  - Safety Precautions
    108
    
    Locking and Unlocking with "Keyless Access" Entry Function
    110
    
    Automatic Locking
    113
  - Selecting Audible Signal Operation
    114
  - Warning Chimes and Warning Light
    114
  - Disabling Keyless Access Function
    114
  - When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
    115
  - Replacing Battery of Access Key
    115
  - Replacing Access Key
    115
- Remote Keyless Entry System
  
  116
  - Locking the Doors
    117
  - Unlocking the Doors
    117
  - Opening the Trunk Lid (Legacy)
    117
  - Unlocking the Rear Gate (Outback)
    118
  - Vehicle Finder Function
    118
  - Sounding a Panic Alarm
    118
  - Selecting Audible Signal Operation (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")
    118
  - Replacing the Battery
    119
  - Replacing Lost Transmitters
    119
- Alarm System
  
  122
  - System Alarm Operation
    122
  - Activating and Deactivating the Alarm System
    123
  - If You Have Accidentally Triggered the Alarm System
    123
  - Arming the System
    123
  - Arm System Using Keyless Access Function
    125
  - Disarming the System
    126
  - Valet Mode
    126
- Passive Arming (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")
  
  127
  - Tripped Sensor Identification
    128
  - Shock Sensors (Dealer Option)
    128
- Child Safety Locks
  
  128
- Windows
  
  129
- Trunk Lid (Legacy)
  
  132
- Rear Gate (Outback)
  
  135
  - Moonroof Switches
    137
  - Sun Shade
    138
Instruments and Controls

140
- Ignition Switch (Models Without Push- Button Start System)
  142
  - Lock
    142
  - Acc
    143
  - Start
    143
  - Key Reminder Chime
    143
  - Ignition Switch Light
    143
- Push-Button Ignition Switch (Models with Push-Button Start System)
  144
  - Safety Precautions
    144
  - Operating Range for Push-Button Start System
    144
  - Switching Power
    144
  - When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
    145
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  146
- Meters and Gauges
  146
  - Canceling the Function for Meter/Gauge Needle Movement Upon Turning on the Ignition Switch
    146
  - Combination Meter Illumination
    146
  - Odometer
    147
  - Speedometer
    147
  - Double Trip Meter
    148
  - Fuel Gauge
    149
  - Tachometer
    149
  - ECO Gauge
    150
  - Temperature Gauge (Models with Type a Combination Meter)
    150
    
    Front Passenger S Seatbelt Warning Light
    151
    
    SRS Airbag System
    151
  - Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime
    152
  - SRS Airbag System Warning Light
    154
- Warning and Indicator Lights
  151
- Front Passenger's Frontal Airbag on and off Indicators
  154
- CHECK ENGINE Warning Light/Malfunction Indicator Light
  155
  - Equipped)/Coolant Temperature High Warning
    155
  - Light (if Equipped)
    155
  - Charge Warning Light
    156
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
  156
- AT OIL TEMP Warning Light (at and CVT Models)
  157
- Engine Low Oil Level Warning Light
  157
- Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
  157
  - Models)
    157
- ABS Warning Light
  159
- Brake System Warning Light
  160
- Door Open Indicator Light
  162
- Door Open Warning Light (Models with Type a Combination Meter)
  162
- Hill Holder Indicator Light
  162
- Low Fuel Warning Light
  162
- Windshield Washer Fluid Warning Light
  162
- All-Wheel Drive Warning Light (at and CVT Models)
  163
- Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light/Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light
  163
- Vehicle Dynamics Control off Indicator Light
  164
- Warning Chimes and Warning Light of the Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (if Equipped)
  164
- Instruments and Controls
  166
  - Security Indicator Light
    169
  - Select Lever/Gear Position Indicator
    169
  - Turn Signal Indicator Lights
    170
    
    High Beam Indicator Light
    170
    
    Cruise Control Indicator Light
    171
    
    Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
    171
    
    Headlight Indicator Light
    171
  - Clock
    171
  - Multi Function Display
    172
    
    Average Fuel Consumption
    173
    
    Outside Temperature Indicator
    173
    
    Current Fuel Consumption
    174
    
    Driving Range on Remaining Fuel
    174
  - Multi Information Display (Models with Type a Combination Meter)
    175
    
    Basic Operation
    176
    
    Starting Screen
    176
    
    Welcome Screen
    176
    
    Basic Screens
    177
    
    Good-Bye Screen
    177
    
    Warning Screen
    177
    
    Menu Screens
    178
  - Light Control Switch
    180
    
    Headlights
    180
    
    High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
    181
    
    Daytime Running Light System
    182
    
    Headlight Flasher
    182
  - Turn Signal Lever
    182
  - Illumination Brightness Control
    183
  - Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
    183
  - Wiper and Washer
    184
    
    Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
    185
    
    Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch (Outback)
    187
  - Defogger and Deicer
    188
  - Mirrors
    189
    
    Type a Inside Mirror (if Equipped)
    189
    
    Type B Inside Mirror (if Equipped)
    190
    
    Auto-Dimming Mirror (if Equipped)
    196
    
    Auto-Dimming Mirror with Homelink (if Equipped)
    197
    
    Outside Mirrors
    202
  - Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
    203
  - Horn
    204
Climate Control

206
- Ventilator Control
  
  207
  - Center Ventilators
    207
  - Climate Control
    207
  - Rear Ventilators (if Equipped)
    207
  - Side Ventilators
    207
- Climate Control Panel
  
  208
  - Type a
    208
  - Type B
    209
- Automatic Climate Control System (Type B)
  
  210
  - Temperature Sensors
    210
- Manual Climate Control
  
  211
  - Airflow Mode Selection
    211
  - Temperature Control
    212
  - Fan Speed Control
    213
  - Air Conditioner Control
    213
  - Air Inlet Selection
    213
- Defrosting
  
  213
- Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner
  
  214
- Air Filtration System
  
  215
  - Replacing an Air Filter
    215
Audio

218
- Antenna System
  
  220
  - FM Reception
    220
- Installation of Accessories
  
  220
  - Printed Antenna
    220
- Audio Set
  
  221
  - Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
    222
  - Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
    223
- Power and Audio Controls
  
  224
- FM/AM Radio Operation
  
  227
  - FM Selection (Type a Audio)
    227
  - AM Selection (Type a Audio)
    227
  - FM/AM Selection (Type B Audio)
    227
  - Tuning
    227
  - RBDS Text Display
    231
  - Station Preset
    232
- Satellite Radio Operation (if Equipped)
  
  233
  - Only)
    233
  - Satellite Radio Reception
    233
  - Displaying Satellite Radio ID of Tuner
    234
  - Band Selection
    234
  - Channel and Category Selection
    235
  - Channel Preset
    235
  - When the Following Messages Are Displayed (Type B Audio)
    236
- CD Player Operation
  
  236
  - Play File
    237
  - How to Insert a CD
    237
  - How to Play Back a CD
    237
  - To Select a Track from the Beginning
    238
  - Fast-Forwarding and Rewinding
    238
  - Repeating
    239
  - Random Playback
    239
  - Scan
    240
  - Display Selection (Type a Audio)
    241
  - Folder Selection
    241
  - When the Following Messages Are Displayed
    242
- Auxiliary Input Jack
  
  242
- Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
  
  243
- USB Storage Device / Ipod Operations
  
  245
- Audio Control Buttons
  
  254
  - MODE Button
    254
  - And " " Switch
    255
- Bluetooth Audio
  
  256
  - Media Format
    257
  - Setting Bluetooth Audio (Type a Audio)
    257
  - Setting Bluetooth Audio (Type B Audio)
    258
  - Bluetooth ® Audio Operation
    261
  - Volume Control Switch
    256
    
    MUTE Button (if Equipped)
    256
- Hands-Free System
  
  262
  - Tips for the Hands-Free System
    262
  - Certification for the Hands-Free System
    263
  - Safety Precautions
    264
  - Using the Hands-Free System
    265
  - Setting
    279
Interior Equipment

284
- Interior Equipment
  285
  - Interior Light
    285
    
    Dome Light
    285
    
    Map Light
    285
    
    Cargo Area Light (Outback)
    286
    
    OFF Delay Timer
    286
  - Sun Visors
    287
    
    Sun Visor Extension Plate
    287
    
    Vanity Mirror with Light
    288
  - Storage Compartment
    288
    
    Center Console Box
    289
    
    Glove Box
    289
    
    Overhead Console (if Equipped)
    291
    
    Pocket (if Equipped)
    291
  - Cup Holder
    291
    
    Front Passenger's Cup Holder
    292
    
    Rear Passenger's Cup Holder
    292
  - Bottle Holders
    292
  - Accessory Power Outlets
    293
  - Ashtray (if Equipped)
    295
  - Coat Hook
    296
  - Shopping Bag Hook
    296
    
    Legacy
    296
    
    Outback
    297
  - Floor Mat
    297
  - Cargo Area Cover (Outback - if Equipped)
    298
    
    Stowage of the Cargo Area Cover
    298
    
    To Remove the Cover Housing
    298
    
    Using the Cover
    298
    
    To Install the Cover Housing
    299
  - Convenient Tie-Down Hooks (Outback)
    300
  - Under-Floor Storage Compartment
    300
  - Rear View Camera (if Equipped)
    301
    
    Viewing Range on the Screen
    303
    
    Help Line
    304
Starting and Operating

308
- Fuel
  310
  - Fuel Requirements
    310
  - Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
    311
- State Emission Testing (U.S. Only)
  314
- Preparing to Drive
  315
- Starting and Stopping the Engine (Models Without Push-Button Ignition Switch)
  316
  - Starting Engine
    316
  - Stopping the Engine
    318
- Starting and Stopping Engine (Models with Push-Button Start System)
  318
  - Safety Precautions
    318
  - Operating Range for Push-Button Start System
    318
  - Starting Engine
    318
  - Stopping Engine
    319
  - When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
    320
- Remote Engine Start System (Dealer Option)
  320
- Service Mode (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")
  324
  - Remote Transmitter Program (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")
    325
  - System Maintenance
    325
- Manual Transmission
  327
  - Selecting Reverse Gear
    327
  - Shifting Speeds
    327
  - Driving Tips
    328
- Automatic Transmission/Continuously Variable Transmission
  329
  - Select Lever
    330
  - Shift Lock Function
    331
  - Selection of Manual Mode
    332
  - Driving Tips
    334
- Power Steering
  334
- Braking
  335
  - Braking Tips
    335
  - Brake System
    335
  - Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
    336
- ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
  336
  - ABS System Self-Check
    336
  - ABS Warning Light
    336
- Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
  337
  - Steps to Take if EBD System Malfunctions
    337
- Vehicle Dynamics Control System
  338
  - Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
    339
  - Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
    340
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
  341
- Parking Your Vehicle
  342
  - Electronic Parking Brake
    343
  - Parking Tips
    346
- Cruise Control
  349
- To Change the Cruising Speed
  349
- To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
  349
- To Turn off the Cruise Control
  349
- Cruise Control Indicator Light
  351
- Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
  351
Driving Tips

352
- Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
  353
- Fuel Economy Hints
  353
- New Vehicle Break-In Driving - the First 1,000 Miles (1,600 Km)
  353
- Catalytic Converter
  354
- Driving in Foreign Countries
  355
- Periodic Inspections
  355
- Driving Tips for AWD Vehicles
  356
- Off Road Driving
  357
  - Legacy
    357
  - Outback
    357
- Winter Driving
  359
  - Operation During Cold Weather
    359
  - Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
    361
  - Corrosion Protection
    362
  - Snow Tires
    362
  - Tire Chains
    362
  - Rocking the Vehicle
    363
- Loading Your Vehicle
  363
- Trailer Hitch (Outback - if Equipped)
  369
  - Connecting a Trailer
    369
  - When You Do Not Tow a Trailer
    371
- Trailer Towing
  371
  - Warranties and Maintenance
    371
  - Maximum Load Limits
    371
  - Trailer Hitches
    375
  - Connecting a Trailer
    375
  - Trailer Towing Tips
    377
In Case of Emergency

380
- If You Park Your Vehicle in an Emergency
  
  381
  - In Case of Emergency
    381
- Temporary Spare Tire
  
  381
- Maintenance Tools
  
  382
  - Legacy
    383
  - Outback
    384
- Flat Tires
  
  385
  - Changing a Flat Tire
    385
  - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
    388
- Jump Starting
  
  389
  - How to Jump Start
    390
- Engine Overheating
  
  392
  - If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    392
- Towing
  
  393
  - Towing and Tie-Down Hooks/Holes
    393
  - Using a Flat-Bed Truck
    395
  - Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
    396
- Electronic Parking Brake - if the Electronic Parking Brake Cannot be Released
  
  396
- Access Key - if Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
  
  399
  - Locking and Unlocking
    399
  - Switching Power
    399
  - Starting Engine
    400
- Trunk Lid (Legacy) - if the Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened
  
  400
- Rear Gate (Outback) - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked
  
  401
Appearance Care

402
- Exterior Care
  
  403
  - Washing
    403
  - Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
    404
  - Waxing and Polishing
    404
- Corrosion Protection
  
  405
  - Most Common Causes of Corrosion
    405
  - To Help Prevent Corrosion
    405
- Cleaning the Interior
  
  406
Table of Contents

408
- Maintenance Precautions
  
  410
- Maintenance Schedule
  
  410
- Maintenance Tips
  
  412
  - Removing Air Intake Duct
    414
  - Pulling off the Fender Lining
    414
- Engine Hood
  
  414
- Engine Compartment Overview
  
  416
  - L Models
    416
  - L Models
    417
  - Fuse Box (Page
    416
- Engine Oil
  
  418
  - Checking the Oil Level
    418
  - Changing the Oil and Oil Filter
    420
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    422
  - Synthetic Oil
    422
- Cooling System
  
  422
  - Cooling Fan, Hose and Connections
    423
  - Engine Coolant
    423
- Air Cleaner Element
  
  424
  - Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
    424
- Spark Plugs
  
  425
  - Recommended Spark Plugs
    425
- Drive Belts
  
  426
- Manual Transmission Oil
  
  426
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    426
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
  
  426
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    426
  - Recommended Fluid
    427
- Front Differential Gear Oil (at and CVT Models)
  
  428
  - Checking the Oil Level
    428
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    429
- Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid
  
  428
- Power Steering Fluid
  
  429
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    429
  - Recommended Fluid
    430
- Rear Differential Gear Oil
  
  429
- Brake Fluid
  
  430
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    430
  - Recommended Brake Fluid
    431
- Clutch Fluid (MT Models)
  
  431
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    431
  - Recommended Clutch Fluid
    432
- Brake Booster
  
  432
- Clutch Pedal (MT Models)
  
  433
  - Checking the Clutch Function
    433
  - Checking the Clutch Pedal Free Play
    434
- Brake Pedal
  
  433
  - Checking the Brake Pedal Free Play
    433
  - Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
    433
- Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
  
  434
  - Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
    434
- Tires and Wheels
  
  435
  - Types of Tires
    435
  - Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (if Equipped)
    435
  - Tire Inspection
    437
  - Tire Pressures and Wear
    437
  - Wheel Balance
    439
  - Wear Indicators
    439
  - Tire Rotation Direction Mark
    440
  - Tire Rotation
    440
  - Tire Replacement
    441
  - Wheel Replacement
    441
- Aluminum Wheels
  
  442
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  
  442
- Replacement of Wiper Blades
  
  444
- Battery
  
  448
- Fuses
  
  449
- Replacing Bulbs
  
  450
  - Headlight
    450
  - Front Turn Signal Light
    452
  - Parking Light
    453
  - Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
    453
  - Rear Combination Lights
    454
  - Tail/Backup Light (Outback)
    456
  - License Plate Light
    457
  - Dome Light
    458
  - Map Light
    459
  - Vanity Mirror Light
    459
  - Door Step Light
    460
  - Cargo Area Light (Outback)
    460
  - Trunk Light (Legacy)
    460
  - Other Bulbs
    460
- Installation of Accessories
  
  450
- Replacing Battery
  
  461
  - Replacing Battery of Access Key
    461
  - Maintenance and Service
    462
    
    Replacing Battery of Transmitter
    463
Specifications

464
- Specifications
  
  465
  - Dimensions
    465
  - Engine
    466
  - Fuel
    466
  - Engine Oil
    467
  - Manual Transmission, Front Differential and Rear Differential Gear Oil
    470
  - Engine Coolant
    471
  - Fluids
    471
  - Electrical System
    472
    
    Tires
    472
- Fuses and Circuits
  
  473
  - Fuse Panel Located in the Passenger Compartment
    473
  - Specifications
    474
    
    Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
    475
- Bulb Chart
  
  477
- Vehicle Identification
  
  480
Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

482
- Tire Information
  
  483
  - Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
    483
- For U.S.A
  
  483
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards
  
  495
  - Treadwear
    495
  - Traction AA, A, B, C
    495
  - Temperature A, B, C
    496
- Reporting Safety Defects (USA)
  
  496
  - Index
    498
    
    Charge Warning Light
    500
    
    Engine Low Oil Level
    508
    
    Windshield Washer Fluid
    509

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Front Seats

Seat Heater (if Equipped)

Rear Seats

Seatbelts

Front Seatbelt Pretensioners

Child Restraint Systems

SRS Airbag (Supplemental Restraint System Airbag)

Keys and Doors

Keys

Immobilizer

Key Replacement (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")

Security ID Plate (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")

Door Locks

Power Door Locking Switches

Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System (Outback - if Equipped)

Remote Keyless Entry System

Alarm System

Passive Arming (Models Without "Keyless Access with Push-Button Start System")

Child Safety Locks

Windows

Trunk Lid (Legacy)

Rear Gate (Outback)

Instruments and Controls

Climate Control

Ventilator Control

Climate Control Panel

Automatic Climate Control System (Type B)

Manual Climate Control

Defrosting

Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner

Air Filtration System

Audio

Antenna System

Installation of Accessories

Audio Set

Power and Audio Controls

FM/AM Radio Operation

Satellite Radio Operation (if Equipped)

CD Player Operation

Auxiliary Input Jack

Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc

USB Storage Device / Ipod Operations

Audio Control Buttons

Bluetooth Audio

Hands-Free System

Interior Equipment

Starting and Operating

Driving Tips

In Case of Emergency

If You Park Your Vehicle in an Emergency

Temporary Spare Tire

Maintenance Tools

Flat Tires

Jump Starting

Engine Overheating

Towing

Electronic Parking Brake - if the Electronic Parking Brake Cannot be Released

Access Key - if Access Key Does Not Operate Properly

Trunk Lid (Legacy) - if the Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened

Rear Gate (Outback) - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked

Appearance Care

Exterior Care

Corrosion Protection

Cleaning the Interior

Table of Contents

Maintenance Precautions

Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Tips

Engine Hood

Engine Compartment Overview

Engine Oil

Cooling System

Air Cleaner Element

Spark Plugs

Drive Belts

Manual Transmission Oil