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Subaru Legacy Outback 2006 Owner's Manual (456 pages)

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Section 1

12
- Table of Contents
  12
Section 2

26
Keys and Doors

86
- Keys
  
  87
  - Key Number Plate
    87
  - Keys and Doors
    87
- Immobilizer (if Equipped)
  
  88
  - Security ID Plate
    88
  - Immobilizer Indicator Light
    88
  - Key Replacement
    89
- Door Locks
  
  89
- Power Door Locking Switch
  
  91
  - Key Lock-In Prevention Function (Except Vehicles with Double Locking System)
    92
- Remote Keyless Entry System
  
  92
- Double Locking System (if Equipped)
  
  97
  - To Set Double Locking System
    97
  - To Cancel Double Locking System
    98
  - In an Emergency
    98
  - If a Battery Goes Dead
    99
  - To Reset Double Locking System
    99
- Function Disabling Unlocking with the Power Door Locking Switch (Australia Models Only)
  
  99
- Child Safety Locks
  
  100
- Power Windows
  
  100
  - Power Window Switches
    100
- Trunk Lid (Sedan)
  
  102
- Rear Gate (Station Wagon)
  
  103
- Sunroof (if Equipped)
  
  104
  - Tilting/Sliding Sunroof (Sedan)
    105
  - Sunroof (Station Wagon)
    106
Instruments and Controls

108
- Ignition Switch
  110
  - Lock
    110
  - Acc
    110
  - Start
    111
  - Key Reminder Chime (if Equipped)
    111
  - Ignition Switch Light
    111
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  112
- Meters and Gauges (Turbo and 3.0-Liter Models Except OUTBACK)
  112
  - Combination Meter Illumination
    112
  - Cancelling Sequential Illumination of the Combination Meter
    112
  - Speedometer
    113
  - Odometer
    113
  - Double Trip Meter
    114
  - Tachometer
    114
  - Fuel Gauge
    115
  - Temperature Gauge
    116
- Meters and Gauges
  117
  - Cancelling Sequential Illumination of the Combination Meter
    117
  - Odometer
    118
  - Double Trip Meter
    118
  - Tachometer
    119
  - Fuel Gauge
    119
  - Temperature Gauge
    120
- Seatbelt Warning Light and Chime (if Equipped)
  121
- Warning and Indicator Lights
  121
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
  123
- SRS Airbag System Warning Light
  123
- AT OIL Temperature Warning Light (at Vehicles)
  124
- Charge Warning Light
  124
- Oil Pressure Warning Light
  124
- ABS Warning Light
  125
- Brake System Warning Light
  126
- Vehicle Dynamics Control Warning Light
  126
- Door Open Warning Light
  127
- All-Wheel Drive Warning Light (at Vehicles)
  128
- Immobilizer Indicator Light (Vehicles with Immobilizer)
  128
- Rear Seatbelt Indicator Light (Australia Models)
  128
- Vehicle Dynamics Control Operation Indicator Light (if Equipped)
  128
- Gear Position Indicator (at Vehicles)
  129
- LO Position Indicator Light (Dual Range MT Vehicles)
  129
- Selector Lever Position Indicator (at Vehicles)
  129
- SPORT Mode Indicator Light (at Vehicles)
  129
- Cruise Control Indicator Light (if Equipped)
  130
- Cruise Control Set Indicator Light (if Equipped)
  130
- High Beam Indicator Light
  130
- Turn Signal Indicator Lights
  130
- Clock (if Equipped)
  131
- Information Display (if Equipped)
  132
  - Outside Temperature Indicator
    132
  - Current Fuel Consumption
    133
  - Average Fuel Consumption
    134
  - Driving Range on Remaining Fuel
    134
  - Journey Time
    135
- Light Control Switch
  136
  - Headlights
    136
  - High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
    137
  - Headlight Flasher
    137
- Turn Signal Lever
  137
- Headlight Beam Leveler (if Equipped)
  138
- Illumination Brightness Control
  138
- Fog Light Switch
  140
  - Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
    140
  - Rear Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
    141
- Parking Light Switch
  140
- Wiper and Washer
  142
  - Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
    143
  - Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch (Station Wagon)
    144
- Windshield Wiper Deicer (if Equipped)
  145
- Rear Window Defogger Button
  146
- Mirrors
  147
  - Inside Mirror
    147
  - Outside Mirrors
    148
- Tilt Steering Wheel
  149
- Horn
  150
Climate Control

152
Audio

168
- Antenna System
  
  169
  - FM Reception
    169
- Installation of Accessories
  
  169
  - Printed Antenna
    169
- Audio Set
  
  170
  - Type a Audio Set
    170
  - Type B Audio Set
    170
  - Type C Audio Set
    171
  - Type D Audio Set
    171
  - Mclntosh Audio Set
    171
- Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)
  
  172
  - Radio Operation
    172
  - Cassette Operation
    178
  - Built-In CD Changer Operation
    182
  - CD Changer Control (if Optional CD Changer Is Connected)
    187
- Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)
  
  191
- Type C Audio Set (if Equipped)
  
  204
  - Radio Operation
    204
  - Cassette Operation
    209
  - Built-In CD Changer Operation
    212
  - CD Changer Control (if Optional CD Changer Is Connected)
    218
- Type D Audio Set (if Equipped)
  
  222
- Mcintosh Audio Set (if Equipped)
  
  234
  - Radio Operation
    234
  - Built-In CD Changer Operation
    239
- Audio Control Buttons (3.0-Liter Models)
  
  244
- Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
  
  246
Interior Equipment

248
- Interior Light
  
  249
  - Cargo Area Light (Station Wagon)
    249
  - Dome Light
    249
  - Interior Equipment
    249
- Sun Visors
  
  250
  - Vanity Mirror (if Equipped)
    251
  - Vanity Mirror with Light (if Equipped)
    251
- Map Lights
  
  250
- Storage Compartment
  
  251
  - Glove Box
    251
  - Center Console
    252
  - Center Panel Compartment (if Equipped)
    252
  - Overhead Console (if Equipped)
    252
- Front Passenger's Cup Holder
  
  253
  - Station Wagon Models with Dual Range
    253
  - Except Station Wagon Models with Dual Range
    253
- Rear Passenger's Cup Holder
  
  254
- Accessory Power Outlet
  
  255
- Cigarette Lighter
  
  256
- Ashtray
  
  257
  - Front Ashtray
    257
  - Rear Ashtray
    257
- Coat Hook
  
  258
  - Rear Passenger Area
    258
  - Cargo Area (Station Wagon)
    259
- Cargo Area Cover (Station Wagon)
  
  259
  - Using the Cover
    259
  - To Remove the Cover Housing
    259
  - To Remove the Rear Gate Board
    260
  - Stowage of the Cargo Area Cover and Rear Gate Board
    260
  - To Install the Cover Housing
    261
  - To Install the Rear Gate Board
    261
- Shopping Bag Hook
  
  262
- Stowage Boxes (Station Wagon)
  
  262
- Cargo Tie-Down Hooks (Station Wagon)
  
  263
- Under-Floor Storage Tray (if Equipped)
  
  263
Starting and Operating

266
- Fuel
  
  268
  - Fuel Requirements
    268
  - Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
    268
- Preparing to Drive
  
  270
- Starting the Engine
  
  271
  - Manual Transmission Vehicle
    271
  - Automatic Transmission Vehicle
    271
- Stopping the Engine
  
  272
- Manual Transmission - 5 Speeds
  
  273
  - Shifting Speeds
    273
  - Starting and Operating
    274
    
    Driving Tips
    276
- Manual Transmission - 6 Speeds
  
  278
  - Shifting Speeds
    278
  - Driving Tips
    279
- Dual Range (MT Vehicles - if Equipped)
  
  279
- Automatic Transmission - 4 Speeds
  
  280
  - Selector Lever
    280
  - Selection of Manual Mode
    282
  - Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
    282
  - Maximum Speeds
    283
  - Driving Tips
    284
  - SPORT Mode
    284
  - Shift Lock Release
    291
- Braking
  
  293
  - Braking Tips
    293
  - Brake System
    294
  - Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
    294
- Power Steering
  
  293
- Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (if Equipped)
  
  293
- ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
  
  294
  - ABS System Self-Check
    295
  - ABS Warning Light
    295
- Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
  
  296
  - Steps to Take if EBD System Fails
    296
- Vehicle Dynamics Control System (if Equipped)
  
  297
  - Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
    299
- Parking Your Vehicle
  
  302
  - Parking Brake
    302
  - Parking Tips
    302
- Cruise Control (if Equipped)
  
  303
  - To Set Cruise Control
    304
  - To Temporarily Cancel the Cruise Control
    304
  - To Turn off the Cruise Control
    305
  - To Change the Cruising Speed
    305
  - Cruise Control Indicator Light
    306
Driving Tips

310
- Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
  311
- Fuel Economy Hints
  311
- New Vehicle Break-In Driving - the First
  311
  - Km (1,000 Miles)
    311
- Catalytic Converter (if Equipped)
  312
- Driving in Foreign Countries
  313
- Periodic Inspections
  313
- Driving an All-Wheel Drive Vehicle
  314
- Off Road Driving (OUTBACK Models Only)
  316
- Winter Driving
  317
  - Operation During Cold Weather
    317
  - Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
    319
  - Corrosion Protection
    319
  - Snow Tires
    320
  - Tire Chains
    320
  - Rocking the Vehicle
    320
- Loading Your Vehicle
  321
  - Roof Rail (OUTBACK Models)
    321
- Trailer Towing
  322
  - Maintenance
    322
  - Towing Weight
    323
  - Trailer Hitches
    323
  - Trailer Safety Chains
    323
  - Side Mirrors
    323
  - Trailer Lights
    324
  - Tires
    324
  - Hitch Stabilizer
    324
  - Trailer Towing Tips
    324
In Case of Emergency

330
- Temporary Spare Tire (if Equipped)
  
  331
- If You Park Your Vehicle in Case of an Emergency
  
  331
- Flat Tires
  
  333
  - Changing a Flat Tire
    333
- Jump Starting
  
  338
  - Battery Precautions
    338
  - Precautions When Jump Starting
    339
  - How to Jump Start
    339
- Engine Overheating
  
  341
  - If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    341
  - If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
    341
- Towing
  
  341
  - Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
    342
  - Using a Flat-Bed Truck
    345
  - Towing with All Wheels on the Ground
    346
- Rear Gate (Station Wagon) - if the Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked
  
  347
- Sunroof - if the Sunroof Cannot be Closed
  
  347
- Maintenance Tools
  
  349
  - Jack and Jack Handle
    349
  - In Case of Emergency
    350
Appearance Care

352
- Exterior Care
  
  353
  - Appearance Care
    353
  - Washing
    353
  - Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
    354
- Corrosion Protection
  
  354
  - Most Common Causes of Corrosion
    354
  - To Help Prevent Corrosion
    355
  - Waxing and Polishing
    354
- Cleaning the Interior
  
  355
Maintenance and Service

358
- Maintenance Schedule
  360
  - For Europe
    360
  - For Others
    363
- Maintenance Precautions
  367
  - Before Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment
    367
  - When You Do Checking or Servicing in the Engine Compartment While the Engine Is Running
    368
- Engine Hood
  369
- Engine Compartment Overview
  371
  - 2.0-Liter Non-Turbo Models
    371
  - 2.0-Liter Turbo Models
    372
  - 2.5-Liter Models
    373
- Engine Oil
  375
- Cooling System
  379
  - Cooling Fan, Hose and Connections
    380
  - Engine Coolant
    380
- Air Cleaner Element
  383
  - Replacing the Air Cleaner Element
    383
- Spark Plugs
  385
  - Recommended Spark Plugs
    386
- Drive Belts
  386
- Manual Transmission Oil
  387
  - Checking the Oil Level
    387
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    388
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
  388
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    388
  - Recommended Fluid
    389
- Front Differential Gear Oil (at Vehicles)
  389
  - Checking the Oil Level
    389
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    390
- Rear Differential Gear Oil (AWD Vehicles)
  390
  - Checking the Gear Oil Level
    390
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    392
- Power Steering Fluid
  392
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    392
  - Recommended Fluid
    393
- Brake Fluid
  393
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    393
  - Recommended Brake Fluid
    394
- Clutch Fluid (MT Vehicles)
  394
  - Checking the Fluid Level
    394
  - Recommended Clutch Fluid
    395
- Brake Booster
  395
- Brake Pedal
  396
  - Checking the Brake Pedal Free Play
    396
  - Checking the Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
    396
- Clutch Pedal (MT Vehicles)
  396
  - Checking the Clutch Function
    396
  - Checking the Clutch Pedal Free Play
    397
- Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
  397
  - Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
    397
- Parking Brake Stroke
  398
- Tires and Wheels
  398
  - Types of Tires
    398
  - Tire Inspection
    399
  - Tire Pressures and Wear
    399
  - Wheel Balance
    401
  - Wear Indicators
    401
  - Tire Rotation
    402
  - Tire Replacement
    402
  - Wheel Replacement
    403
- Aluminum Wheels
  403
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  404
- Replacement of Wiper Blades
  405
  - Windshield Wiper Blade Assembly
    405
  - Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
    406
  - Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
    407
  - Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber
    407
- Battery
  409
  - Battery Precautions
    409
- Fuses
  410
- Installation of Accessories
  413
- Main Fuse
  413
- Replacing Bulbs
  414
  - Headlight
    415
  - Front Position Light
    415
  - Front Turn Signal Light
    415
  - Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
    416
  - Rear Combination Lights
    417
- Backup Light (Station Wagon)
  418
- Dome Light
  419
- License Plate Light (Sedan)
  419
- License Plate Light (Station Wagon)
  419
- Door Step Light
  420
- Map Light
  420
- Cargo Area Light (Station Wagon)
  421
- Trunk Light (Sedan)
  421
- High Mount Stop Light (Sedan)
  422
  - Specifications
    428
    
    Engine
    428
    
    Electrical System
    429
    
    Capacities
    430
    
    Tires
    431
    
    Wheel Alignment
    432
  - Fuses and Circuits
    433
    
    Fuse Panel Located Behind the Instrument Panel
    433
- Specifications
  434
  - Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
    435
  - Bulb Chart
    436
  - Vehicle Identification
    437
- Supplement
  440
- Index
  448

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Subaru Legacy Outback 2006 Owner's Manual (456 pages)

Table of Contents

Section 1

Section 2

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 (if Equipped)

Door Locks

Power Door Locking Switch

Remote Keyless Entry System

Double Locking System (if Equipped)

Function Disabling Unlocking with the Power Door Locking Switch (Australia Models Only)

Child Safety Locks

Power Windows

Trunk Lid (Sedan)

Rear Gate (Station Wagon)

Sunroof (if Equipped)

Instruments and Controls

Climate Control

Ventilator

Manual Climate Control System (if Equipped)

Automatic Climate Control System (if Equipped)

Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner

Air Filtration System (if Equipped)

Audio

Antenna System

Installation of Accessories

Audio Set

Type a Audio Set (if Equipped)

Type B Audio Set (if Equipped)

Type C Audio Set (if Equipped)

Type D Audio Set (if Equipped)

Mcintosh Audio Set (if Equipped)

Audio Control Buttons (3.0-Liter Models)

Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc

Interior Equipment

Interior Light

Sun Visors

Map Lights

Storage Compartment

Front Passenger's Cup Holder

Rear Passenger's Cup Holder

Accessory Power Outlet

Cigarette Lighter

Ashtray

Coat Hook

Cargo Area Cover (Station Wagon)

Shopping Bag Hook

Stowage Boxes (Station Wagon)

Cargo Tie-Down Hooks (Station Wagon)

Under-Floor Storage Tray (if Equipped)

Starting and Operating

Fuel

Preparing to Drive

Starting the Engine

Stopping the Engine

Manual Transmission - 5 Speeds

Manual Transmission - 6 Speeds

Dual Range (MT Vehicles - if Equipped)

Automatic Transmission - 4 Speeds

Braking

Power Steering

Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (if Equipped)

ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)

Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System

Vehicle Dynamics Control System (if Equipped)

Parking Your Vehicle

Cruise Control (if Equipped)

Driving Tips

In Case of Emergency

Temporary Spare Tire (if Equipped)

If You Park Your Vehicle in Case of an Emergency