Subaru Outback (BR): Recommended grade and viscosity
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Maintenance and service / Engine oil / Recommended grade and viscosity
CAUTION
Use only engine oil with the recommended grade and viscosity.
NOTE
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects fuel economy. Oils of lower viscosity provide better fuel economy. However, in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is required to properly lubricate the engine.
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Synthetic oil
You should use synthetic engine oil that meets the same requirements given for
conventional engine oil. When using synthetic oil, you must use oil of the same
classification, viscosity and grade s
Cooling system
WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and
has cooled down completely. Since the coolant is under pressure, you may suffer
serious burns from a spray
Cooling fan, hose and connections
Your vehicle employs an electric cooling fan which is thermostatically controlled
to operate when the engine coolant reaches a specific temperature.
If the radiator cooling fan does not operate eve
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Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch
Pressing the switch to deactivate the Vehicle Dynamics Control system can facilitate
the following operations.
● a standing start on a steeply sloping road with a snowy, gravel-covered, or
otherwise slippery surface
● extrication of the vehicle when its wheels are stuck in mud or
Checking the oil level in AT models
AT models
1) Yellow handle
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine.
2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean, and insert it again.
1) Upper level
2) Lower level
3. Pull out the level gauge again and check the oil level on it. If it is below the lower l
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