Subaru Outback (BR): Checking the brake fluid level
CAUTION
Prevent brake fluid from coming into contact with your eyes, as it can cause harm. In case of eye contact, immediately rinse them thoroughly with clean water. It's recommended to wear eye protection when working with brake fluid for safety reasons.
Brake fluid has the ability to absorb moisture from the air, which can lead to a decrease in braking performance.
Frequent refilling of brake fluid may indicate a leak. If there are concerns about a potential issue, have the vehicle inspected at your SUBARU dealer.
WARNING
During the process of adding brake fluid, ensure that no dirt enters the reservoir.
Avoid splashing brake fluid on painted surfaces or rubber components, as the alcohol content in the fluid can cause damage.
 2010-2015.webp)
Exercise caution to prevent spillage of brake fluid, as it may result in an unpleasant odor, smoke, or even a fire if it comes into contact with the exhaust pipe. If any spillage occurs on the exhaust pipe, promptly clean it off.
Check the brake fluid level in Outback (BR) 2010-2015 monthly using the "MAX" and "MIN" level marks on the outside of the reservoir. If the fluid level is below "MIN," add the recommended brake fluid up to the "MAX" mark. Only use brake fluid from a sealed container for refilling purposes.
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Recommended brake fluid
CAUTION
Never use different brands of brake fluid together. Also, avoid mixing DOT 3
and DOT 4 brake fluids even if they are the same brand.
Checking the fluid level in MT models
WARNING
Never let clutch fluid contact your eyes because clutch fluid can be harmful to your eyes. If clutch fluid gets in your eyes, immediately flush them thoroughly with clean water. For safety,
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Door open indicator light
When any of the doors, the rear gate (Outback) or the trunk lid (Legacy) is not
fully closed, the door open indicator light illuminates. This function is effective
even if the ignition switch is in the “LOCK” or “Acc” position or the key is removed
from the ignition switch.
The open
Traction AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those grades
represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction performance.
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