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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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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A: INSPECTION
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Road tests should be conducted to properly diagnose the condition of automatic transmission.
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Airflow mode selection button
Select the desired airflow mode by pressing the airflow mode selection button.
The selected airflow mode is shown on the display.
There are four airflow modes that activate the following air outlets.
(Ventilation): Instrument panel
outlets
(Bi-level): Instrument panel outlets
and foot o
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