Subaru Outback (BR): Use of engine braking
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Starting and operating / Braking / Braking tips / Use of engine braking
Remember to make use of engine braking in addition to foot braking. When descending a grade, if only the foot brake is used, the brakes may start working improperly because of brake fluid overheating, caused by overheated brake pads. To help prevent this, shift into a lower gear to get stronger engine braking.
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Do not depress the brake pedal suddenly when a tire is punctured. This could cause a loss of control of the vehicle. Keep driving straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off
Two separate circuits
Your vehicle has a dual circuit brake system. Each circuit works diagonally across
the vehicle. If one circuit of the brake system should fail, the other half of the
system still works. If one cir
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Selecting audible signal operation
Using an electronic chirp, the system will give you an audible signal when the
doors lock and unlock. If desired, you may turn the audible signal off.
To deactivate the audible signal, perform the following procedure. You can also
use the same steps to restore the function.
1. Sit in the drive
Where to place a child restraint system
The following descriptions are SUBARU’s recommendations on where to place a child
restraint system in your vehicle.
A: Front passenger’s seat
You should not install a child restraint system (including a booster seat) due
to the hazard to children posed by the passenger’s airbag.
B: Re
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