Subaru Outback (BR): Brake assist system
WARNING
Do not be overconfident about the brake assist. It is not a system that brings more braking ability to the vehicle beyond its braking capability. Always use the utmost care when driving regarding vehicle speed and safe distance.
CAUTION
When you need to brake suddenly, continue depressing the brake pedal strongly to bring the effect of the brake assist.
Brake assist is a driver assistance system. It assists the brake power when the driver cannot depress the brake pedal strongly and the brake power is insufficient. Brake assist generates the brake power according to the speed at which the driver depresses the brake pedal.
NOTE
When you depress the brake pedal strongly or suddenly, the following phenomena occur. However, even though these occur, they do not indicate any malfunctions, and the brake assist system is operating properly.
● You might feel that the brake pedal is applied by lighter force and generates a greater braking force.
● You might hear the sound of ABS operating from the engine compartment.
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
WARNING
Always use the utmost care in driving – overconfidence because you are driving
with an ABS equipped vehicle could easily lead to a serious accident.
CAUTION
● The ABS system does
ABS system self-check
You may feel a slight shock in the brake pedal and hear the operating sound of
ABS from the engine compartment just after the vehicle is started. This is caused
by an automatic functional test of
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Clutch Pedal
A: REMOVAL
1) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2) Remove the collector cover. (turbo model)
3) Remove the air intake boot assembly. (non-turbo
model) <Ref. to IN(H4SO)-8, INSTALLATION,
Air Intake Boot.>
4) Remove the intercooler. (turbo model) <Ref. to
IN(H4DOTC)-17, REMOVAL,
Bulb chart
NOTE
Lights A and B are the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. Consult your SUBARU dealer
for replacement.
WARNING
Bulbs may become very hot while illuminated. Before replacing bulbs, turn off
the lights and wait until the bulbs cool down. Otherwise, there is the risk of sustaining
a bu
