Subaru Outback (BR): Checking the brake pedal reserve distance

1) More than 2.56 in (65 mm)
Depress the pedal with a force of approximately 66 lbf (294 N, 30 kgf) and measure
the distance between the upper surface of the pedal pad and the floor.
When the measurement is smaller than the specification, or when the pedal does
not operate smoothly, contact with your SUBARU dealer.
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Check the clutch pedal free play and reserve distance according to the maintenance
schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
Check the clutch engagement and disengagement.
1. With the engine idling, check that there are no abnormal noises when the clutch
pedal is depressed, and that shifting into 1st or reverse feels smo
1) 0.19 – 0.44 in (5 – 11 mm)
Lightly press the clutch pedal down with your finger until you feel resistance,
and check the free play.
If the free play is not within proper specification, co
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A: REMOVAL
1) Remove the front door trim. <Ref. to EI-60, FRONT DOOR, REMOVAL, Door
Trim.>
2) Remove the sealing cover.
CAUTION:
Carefully remove the butyl tape. Excessive force will easily break
the cover.
If cover gets broken, replace it with a new part.
3) Remove the inner pad.
4)
A: REMOVAL
1) Remove the front pillar trim.
Pull the upper part of the front pillar trim towards the center of the
vehicle.
Insert long-nose pliers into the top part of the trim, grip the clip
with the pliers and twist 90º in that position.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the pillar trim
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