Subaru Outback (BR): Preparing to drive
You should perform the following checks and adjustments every day before you start driving.
1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and lights are clean and unobstructed.
2. Check the appearance and condition of the tires. Also check tires for proper inflation.
3. Look under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
4. Check that the hood, trunk (Legacy) and rear gate (Outback) are fully closed.
5. Check the adjustment of the seat.
6. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors.
7. Fasten your seatbelt. Check that your passengers have fastened their seatbelts.
8. Check the operation of the warning and indicator lights when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position.
9. Check the gauges, indicator and warning lights after starting the engine.
NOTE
Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid and other fluid levels should be checked daily, weekly or at fuel stops.
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MT models
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Turn off unnecessary lights and accessories.
3. Depress the clutch pedal to the floor and shift the shift lever into neutral.
Hold the clutch pedal to the floor whil
AT and CVT models
CAUTION
If you restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift the select lever
into the “N” position. Do not attempt to place the select lever of a moving vehicle
into the “P” posi
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Intake Manifold
A: REMOVAL
1. INTAKE MANIFOLD
1) Release the fuel pressure.
2) Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
3) Open the fuel filler lid and remove the fuel filler
cap.
4) Remove the cover (A) and clip (B) from air intake
boot assembly.
5) Loosen the clamp (A) which connects the air intake
boot asse
Components
1) Front sub sensor (right-hand side)
2) Front sub sensor (left-hand side)
3) SRS airbag system warning light
4) Frontal airbag module (driver’s side)
5) Front passenger’s frontal airbag ON and OFF indicator
6) Frontal airbag module (front passenger’s side)
7) Airbag control module (
