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Subaru Legacy Outback 2008 Owner's Manual (471 pages)

Brand: Subaru | Category: Automobile | Size: 8 MB

Table of Contents

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Table of Contents

26
Keys and Doors

89
Table of Contents

128
- Ignition Switch (Vehicle Without Push- Button Start System)
  
  130
  - Lock
    130
  - Acc
    130
  - Start
    130
  - Key Reminder Chime (if Equipped)
    131
  - Ignition Switch Light
    131
- Push-Button Ignition Switch (Vehicle with Push-Button Start System)
  
  132
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  
  135
- Meters and Gauges (Vehicle with SI-DRIVE)
  
  136
  - Combination Meter Illumination
    136
  - Speedometer
    136
  - Odometer
    136
  - Double Trip Meter
    137
  - Tachometer
    137
  - Fuel Gauge
    138
  - Temperature Gauge
    138
  - ECO Gauge
    139
- Multi-Information Display
  
  140
  - Display
    140
  - Operation Switch
    140
  - Odometer and Trip Meter
    141
  - Current and Average Fuel Consumption
    141
  - Outside Temperature and Journey Time
    142
  - Driving Range on Remaining Fuel
    144
  - Clock (Vehicle with Genuine SUBARU Navigation System)
    144
  - DRIVE Display
    145
  - Meter Settings
    145
  - Warning Messages and Driver's Information
    150
- Meters and Gauges (Vehicle Without SI-DRIVE)
  
  153
  - Combination Meter Illumination
    153
  - Canceling Sequential Illumination of the Combination Meter
    153
  - Speedometer
    153
  - Odometer
    154
  - Double Trip Meter
    154
  - Tachometer
    155
  - Fuel Gauge
    155
  - Temperature Gauge
    156
- Warning and Indicator Lights
  
  157
- Clock (if Equipped)
  
  172
- Information Display (if Equipped)
  
  173
  - Outside Temperature Indicator
    173
  - Current Fuel Consumption
    175
  - Average Fuel Consumption
    175
  - Driving Range on Remaining Fuel
    175
  - Journey Time
    176
- Light Control Switch
  
  177
  - Headlights
    177
  - High/Low Beam Change (Dimmer)
    177
  - Headlight Flasher
    178
- Illumination Brightness Control
  
  178
- Turn Signal Lever
  
  178
- Headlight Beam Leveler (if Equipped)
  
  179
  - Without Self-Leveling Rear Suspension
    180
  - With Self-Leveling Rear Suspension
    181
- Parking Light Switch
  
  182
- Fog Light Switch
  
  182
  - Front Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
    182
  - Rear Fog Light Switch (if Equipped)
    183
- Wiper and Washer
  
  184
  - Windshield Wiper and Washer Switches
    185
  - Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch (Station Wagon)
    187
- Windshield Wiper Deicer (if Equipped)
  
  187
- Rear Window Defogger Button
  
  188
- Headlight Washer (if Equipped)
  
  190
- Mirrors
  
  190
  - Inside Mirror
    190
  - Outside Mirrors
    191
- Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel
  
  193
- Horn
  
  193
Climate Control

194
Audio

207
- Antenna System
  
  208
  - FM Reception
    208
- Installation of Accessories
  
  208
  - Printed Antenna
    208
- Audio Set
  
  209
  - Type a Audio Set
    209
  - Type B Audio Set
    210
  - Type C Audio Set
    211
  - Mclntosh Audio Set
    212
- Power and Sound Controls (Type A, B and C Audio)
  
  213
  - Power Switch
    213
  - Volume, Tone and Balance Control
    213
- Power and Sound Controls (Mcintosh Audio)
  
  215
  - Power Switch
    215
  - Volume, Tone and Balance Control
    215
  - Sound Effect Setting
    217
- Radio Operation (Type a Audio)
  
  217
  - Waveband Selection
    217
  - Tuning
    217
  - Station Preset
    220
- Radio Operation (Type B and C Audio)
  
  221
  - Waveband Selection
    221
  - Tuning
    221
  - Station Preset
    222
- Radio Operation (Mcintosh Audio)
  
  223
  - Waveband Selection
    223
  - Tuning
    224
  - Station Preset
    225
- CD Player Operation (Type A, B and C Audio)
  
  226
  - How to Insert a CD(S)
    226
  - How to Play Back a CD
    227
  - To Select a Track from Its Beginning
    228
  - Fast-Forwarding and Fast-Reversing
    229
  - Repeating
    229
  - Random Playback
    231
  - Scan
    232
  - Display Selection
    232
  - Folder Selection
    233
  - How to Eject a CD from Player
    233
  - When the Following Messages Are Displayed
    234
- CD Player Operation (Mcintosh Audio)
  
  235
  - How to Insert a CD
    235
  - How to Play a CD
    236
  - To Eject Cds
    239
  - When the Following Messages Are Displayed
    240
- AUX Unit Operation (Dealer Option)
  
  241
  - AUX Jack
    241
  - AUX Input Selection Button
    241
- Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)
  
  242
  - MODE Button
    242
- Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc
  
  243
Interior Equipment

245
- Interior Equipment
  246
  - Interior Light
    246
    
    Cargo Area Light (Station Wagon)
    246
    
    Dome Light
    246
  - Map Light
    247
  - Sun Visors
    247
    
    Vanity Mirror (if Equipped)
    248
    
    Vanity Mirror with Light (if Equipped)
    248
  - Storage Compartment
    248
    
    Glove Box
    248
    
    Center Console Box
    249
    
    Center Panel Compartment (if Equipped)
    249
    
    Overhead Console (if Equipped)
    249
    
    Cool and Warm Box (if Equipped)
    250
    
    Pocket
    250
  - Front Passenger's Cup Holder
    251
    
    Except Station Wagon Models with Dual Range
    251
    
    Station Wagon Models with Dual Range
    251
  - Rear Passenger's Cup Holder
    252
    
    Armrest (if Equipped)
    252
    
    Center Console (if Equipped)
    252
  - Accessory Power Outlet
    252
  - Ashtray (if Equipped)
    254
    
    Center Console
    254
    
    Rear Ashtray
    254
  - Coat Hook
    254
    
    Rear Passenger Area
    254
    
    Cargo Area (Station Wagon)
    255
  - Cargo Area Cover (Station Wagon)
    255
    
    Using the Cover
    255
    
    To Remove Cover Housing
    256
    
    To Remove Rear Gate Board
    256
    
    Stowage of Cargo Area Cover and Rear Gate Board
    257
    
    To Install Cover Housing
    257
    
    To Install Rear Gate Board
    258
  - Reversible Rear Mat (if Equipped)
    258
  - Shopping Bag Hook
    259
  - Stowage Boxes (Station Wagon)
    260
  - Cargo Tie-Down Hooks (Station Wagon)
    260
  - Under-Floor Storage Tray (if Equipped)
    261
Automatic Transmission - 5 Speeds

262
- Starting and Operating
  262
- Fuel
  
  264
  - Fuel Filler Lid and Cap
    264
  - Fuel Requirements
    264
- Starting & Stopping Engine (Vehicle Without "Push-Button Start" System)
  
  267
  - Starting Engine
    267
  - Stopping Engine
    268
- Preparing to Drive
  
  267
- Starting & Stopping Engine (Vehicle with "Push-Button Start" System)
  
  269
  - System
    269
  - Switching Power
    272
  - Starting Engine
    274
  - Stopping Engine
    276
  - When Access Key Does Not Operate Properly
    277
  - Shifting Speeds
    280
- Manual Transmission - 6 Speeds
  
  283
  - Shifting Speeds
    284
  - Driving Tips
    285
- Dual Range (MT Vehicles - if Equipped)
  
  285
  - Selector Lever
    287
  - Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
    288
  - Selection of Manual Mode
    289
  - Maximum Speeds
    290
  - Driving Tips
    290
  - SPORT Mode
    291
  - Shift Lock Release
    291
  - Selector Lever
    293
  - Selector Lever Reverse Inhibiting Function
    295
  - Selection of Manual Mode
    295
  - Maximum Speeds
    297
  - Driving Tips
    297
  - Shift Lock Release
    298
- DRIVE (if Equipped)
  
  299
  - Intelligent (I) Mode
    299
  - Sport (S) Mode
    300
  - Sport Sharp (S#) Mode
    300
  - DRIVE Selector
    300
  - DRIVE Sport Sharp (S#) Switch
    301
- Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (if Equipped)
  
  301
- Braking
  
  302
  - Braking Tips
    302
  - Brake System
    302
  - Disc Brake Pad Wear Warning Indicators
    303
- Power Steering
  
  302
- ABS (Anti-Lock Brake System)
  
  304
  - ABS System Self-Check
    304
  - ABS Warning Light
    304
- Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System
  
  305
  - Steps to Take if EBD System Fails
    306
- Vehicle Dynamics Control System (if Equipped)
  
  307
  - Vehicle Dynamics Control System Monitor
    308
  - Vehicle Dynamics Control off Switch
    311
- Parking Your Vehicle
  
  312
  - Parking Brake
    312
  - Parking Tips
    312
- Cruise Control (if Equipped)
  
  313
  - To Set Cruise Control
    313
  - To Temporarily Cancel Cruise Control
    314
  - To Change Cruising Speed
    315
  - To Turn off Cruise Control
    315
  - Cruise Control Indicator Light
    316
  - Cruise Control Set Indicator Light
    317
- Self-Leveling Rear Suspension (OUTBACK Models)
  
  318
Driving Tips

319
- Engine Exhaust Gas (Carbon Monoxide)
  320
- Fuel Economy Hints
  320
- New Vehicle Break-In Driving - the First 1,600 Km (1,000 Miles)
  320
- Catalytic Converter (if Equipped)
  321
- Driving in Foreign Countries
  322
- Periodic Inspections
  322
- Driving an All-Wheel Drive Vehicle
  323
  - All AWD Models Except OUTBACK
    323
  - OUTBACK Models
    324
- Off Road Driving (OUTBACK Models Only)
  325
- Winter Driving
  326
  - Operation During Cold Weather
    326
  - Driving on Snowy and Icy Roads
    327
  - Corrosion Protection
    328
  - Snow Tires
    328
  - Tire Chains
    329
  - Rocking Vehicle
    329
- Loading Your Vehicle
  330
  - Roof Rail (OUTBACK Models)
    330
- Trailer Towing
  331
  - Maintenance
    332
  - Towing Weight
    332
  - Trailer Hitches
    332
  - Trailer Safety Chains
    332
  - Side Mirrors
    332
  - Trailer Lights
    333
  - Tires
    333
  - Hitch Stabilizer
    333
  - Trailer Towing Tips
    333
  - Additional Information for Europe
    336
In Case of Emergency

339
- Temporary Spare Tire (if Equipped)
  
  340
  - In Case of Emergency
    340
- Flat Tires
  
  342
  - Changing a Flat Tire
    342
- Jump Starting
  
  347
  - Battery Precautions
    347
  - Precautions When Jump Starting
    348
  - How to Jump Start
    348
- Towing
  
  350
  - Towing and Tie-Down Hooks
    351
  - Using a Flat-Bed Truck
    355
- Engine Overheating
  
  350
  - If Steam Is Coming from Engine Compartment
    350
  - If no Steam Is Coming from Engine Compartment
    350
- Rear Gate (Station Wagon) - if Rear Gate Cannot be Unlocked
  
  356
- Sunroof - if Sunroof Cannot be Closed
  
  357
- Maintenance Tools
  
  358
  - Jack and Jack Handle
    359
Appearance Care

360
- Exterior Care
  
  361
  - Appearance Care
    361
  - Cleaning Aluminum Wheels
    362
  - Waxing and Polishing
    362
- Corrosion Protection
  
  363
  - Most Common Causes of Corrosion
    363
  - To Help Prevent Corrosion
    363
- Cleaning Interior
  
  364
Table of Contents

366
- Maintenance Schedule
  
  368
  - For Europe
    368
  - For Others
    371
- Maintenance Precautions
  
  375
  - Before Checking or Servicing in Engine Compartment
    375
  - When You Do Checking or Servicing in Engine Compartment While Engine Is Running
    376
- Engine Hood
  
  377
- Engine Compartment Overview
  
  379
- 2 Liter Models
  
  379
  - Liter Turbo Models
    380
  - Liter Non-Turbo Models
    381
- 3 Liter Models
  
  382
- Engine Oil
  
  383
- Cooling System
  
  388
  - Cooling Fan, Hose and Connections
    389
  - Engine Coolant
    389
- Air Cleaner Element
  
  392
  - Replacing Air Cleaner Element
    392
- Spark Plugs
  
  395
  - Recommended Spark Plugs
    395
- Drive Belts
  
  395
- Manual Transmission Oil
  
  396
  - Checking Oil Level
    396
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    397
- Automatic Transmission Fluid
  
  397
  - Checking Fluid Level
    397
  - Recommended Fluid
    398
- Front Differential Gear Oil (at Vehicles)
  
  398
  - Checking Oil Level
    398
  - Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    399
- Rear Differential Gear Oil (AWD Vehicles)
  
  399
  - Checking Gear Oil Level
    399
  - Maintenance and Service
    400
    
    Recommended Grade and Viscosity
    401
- Power Steering Fluid
  
  402
  - Checking Fluid Level
    402
  - Recommended Fluid
    402
- Brake Fluid
  
  403
  - Checking Fluid Level
    403
  - Recommended Brake Fluid
    403
- Clutch Fluid (MT Vehicles)
  
  404
  - Checking Fluid Level
    404
  - Recommended Clutch Fluid
    404
- Brake Booster
  
  405
- Brake Pedal
  
  405
  - Checking Brake Pedal Free Play
    405
  - Checking Brake Pedal Reserve Distance
    406
- Clutch Pedal (MT Vehicles)
  
  406
  - Checking Clutch Function
    406
  - Checking Clutch Pedal Free Play
    406
- Replacement of Brake Pad and Lining
  
  407
  - Breaking-In of New Brake Pads and Linings
    407
- Parking Brake Stroke
  
  408
- Tires and Wheels
  
  408
  - Types of Tires
    408
  - Tire Inspection
    408
  - Tire Pressures and Wear
    409
  - Wheel Balance
    410
  - Wear Indicators
    411
  - Tire Rotation Direction Mark
    411
  - Tire Rotation
    412
  - Tire Replacement
    412
  - Wheel Replacement
    413
- Aluminum Wheels
  
  413
- Windshield Washer Fluid
  
  414
- Replacement of Wiper Blades
  
  415
  - Windshield Wiper Blades
    416
  - Windshield Wiper Blade Rubber
    416
  - Rear Window Wiper Blade Assembly
    417
  - Rear Window Wiper Blade Rubber
    417
- Battery
  
  419
  - Battery Precautions
    419
- Main Fuse
  
  423
- Installation of Accessories
  
  423
- Replacing Bulbs
  
  424
  - Headlights (Vehicle with HID Headlights)
    426
  - Headlights (Vehicle Without HID Headlights)
    427
  - Front Position Light
    429
  - Front Turn Signal Light
    429
  - Front Fog Light (if Equipped)
    429
  - Rear Combination Lights
    429
  - Back-Up Light (Station Wagon)
    431
  - License Plate Light (Sedan)
    432
  - License Plate Light (Station Wagon)
    432
  - Dome Light
    432
  - Map Light
    433
  - Door Step Light
    433
  - Cargo Area Light (Station Wagon)
    434
  - Trunk Light (Sedan)
    434
  - High Mount Stop Light (Sedan)
    434
  - Specifications
    436
  - Engine
    439
  - Electrical System
    440
  - Capacities
    441
  - Tires
    442
  - Wheel Alignment
    443
  - Fuses and Circuits
    444
    
    Fuse Panel Located Behind the Instrument Panel
    444
  - Specifications
    445
    
    Fuse Panel Located in the Engine Compartment
    446
    
    Bulb Chart
    448
    
    Vehicle Identification
    450
  - Supplement
    452
    
    Speed Limit, Maximum Torque and Maximum Power at Rpm (Middle East Models Only)
    453
    
    Year of Manufacture (Middle East Models Only)
    453
    
    Declaration of Conformity in Accordance with Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment Directive 1999/5/EC
    455
    
    Transmitter for Keyless Entry System (Left-Hand Drive Vehicles)
    455
    
    Transmitter for Keyless Entry System (Right-Hand Drive Vehicles)
    456
    
    Receiver for Keyless Entry System
    457
    
    Integrated Unit (Car Immobilizer)
    458
    
    Immobilizer
    459
    
    LF Oscillator
    460
  - Index
    461

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Front Seats

Seat Heater (if Equipped)

Rear Seats

Armrest (if Equipped)

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

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

Remote Keyless Entry System (if Equipped)

Double Locking System (if Equipped)

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

Power Windows

Child Safety Locks

Trunk Lid (Sedan)

Rear Gate (Station Wagon)

Sunroof (if Equipped)

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Ignition Switch (Vehicle Without Push- Button Start System)

Push-Button Ignition Switch (Vehicle with Push-Button Start System)

Hazard Warning Flasher

Meters and Gauges (Vehicle with SI-DRIVE)

Multi-Information Display

Meters and Gauges (Vehicle Without SI-DRIVE)

Warning and Indicator Lights

Clock (if Equipped)

Information Display (if Equipped)

Light Control Switch

Illumination Brightness Control

Turn Signal Lever

Headlight Beam Leveler (if Equipped)

Parking Light Switch

Fog Light Switch

Wiper and Washer

Windshield Wiper Deicer (if Equipped)

Rear Window Defogger Button

Headlight Washer (if Equipped)

Mirrors

Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel

Horn

Climate Control

Ventilator

Automatic Climate Control System

Operating Tips for Heater and Air Conditioner

Air Filtration System (if Equipped)

Audio

Antenna System

Installation of Accessories

Audio Set

Power and Sound Controls (Type A, B and C Audio)

Power and Sound Controls (Mcintosh Audio)

Radio Operation (Type a Audio)

Radio Operation (Type B and C Audio)

Radio Operation (Mcintosh Audio)

CD Player Operation (Type A, B and C Audio)

CD Player Operation (Mcintosh Audio)

AUX Unit Operation (Dealer Option)

Audio Control Buttons (if Equipped)

Precautions to Observe When Handling a Compact Disc

Interior Equipment

Automatic Transmission - 5 Speeds

Fuel

Starting & Stopping Engine (Vehicle Without "Push-Button Start" System)

Preparing to Drive

Starting & Stopping Engine (Vehicle with "Push-Button Start" System)

Manual Transmission - 6 Speeds

Dual Range (MT Vehicles - if Equipped)

DRIVE (if Equipped)

Limited Slip Differential (LSD) (if Equipped)

Braking