Subaru Outback (BR): Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Maintenance and service / Maintenance precautions / Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment
WARNING
● Always stop the engine and apply the parking brake to prevent the vehicle from moving.
● Always let the engine cool down. Engine parts become very hot when the engine is running and remain hot for some time after the engine is stopped.
● Do not spill engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid or any other fluid on hot engine components. This may cause a fire.
● Always remove the key from the ignition switch. When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position, the cooling fan may operate suddenly even when the engine is stopped.
● Before performing any servicing on a vehicle equipped with a remote engine start system temporarily place that system in the service mode to prevent it from unexpectedly starting the engine.
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When checking or servicing in the engine compartment (2.5 L non-turbo models)
CAUTION
Do not contact the belt cover while checking the components in the engine compartment.
Doing so may cause your hand to slip off the belt cover and result in an unexpected
injury.
When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running
WARNING
A running engine can be dangerous. Keep your fingers, hands, clothing, hair and
tools away from the cooling fan, belts and any other moving engine parts. Removing
rings, watches and ties
Maintenance tips
Some clips and fender linings must be removed before replacing the air cleaner
elements or specific bulbs.
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Map light bulb replacing
1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of the lens with a flat-head screwdriver.
2. Turn the bulb until the flat surfaces at its ends are aligned vertically. Pull the bulb straight downward to remove it.
3. Install a new bulb.
4. Reinstall the lens.
Seatbelt and SRS airbag
WARNING
● All persons in the vehicle should fasten their seatbelts BEFORE the vehicle
starts to move. Otherwise, the possibility of serious injury becomes greater in
the event of a sudden stop or accident.
● To obtain maximum protection in the event of an accident, the driver and a
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