Subaru Outback (BR): Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Maintenance and service / Replacement of brake pad and lining / Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings
When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only genuine SUBARU parts. After replacement, the new parts must be broken in as follows:
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Brake pad and lining
While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 mph (50 to 65 km/h), step on the brake
pedal lightly. Repeat this five or more times.
Parking brake lining
The break-in maintenance for the parking brake linings should be performed at
a SUBARU dealer.
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Emergency brake
CAUTION
Use the emergency brake only in case of an emergency. If the emergency brake
is excessively used, the brake parts will wear down faster or the brake may not
work sufficiently due to rear wheel brake overheating.
NOTE
While using the emergency brake, the brake system warning light and
Driving with a trailer
● You should allow for considerably more stopping distance when towing a trailer.
Avoid sudden braking because it may result in skidding or jackknifing and loss of
control.
● Avoid abrupt starts and sudden accelerations. If your vehicle has a manual transmission,
always start out
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