2005 SUBARU LEGACY wheel alignment

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Driving tips
Driving tipsNew vehicle break-in driving – the
first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)
The performance and long life of your vehicle are de-
pendent on how you handle and care for your vehicle
while it is new. Follow these instructions during the
first 1,000 miles (1,600 km):"
Do not race the engine. And do not allow engine
speed to exceed 4,000 rpm except in an emergency." Do not drive at one constant engine or vehicle
speed for a long time, either fast or slow. " Avoid starting suddenly and rapid acceleration, ex-
cept in an emergency. " Avoid hard braking, except in an emergency.
The same break-in procedures should be applied to a
newly installed or overhauled engine or when brake
pads or brake linings are replaced with new ones.
Fuel economy hints
The following suggestions will help to save your fuel. " Select the proper gear position for the speed and
road conditions. " Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration. Always
accelerate gently until you reach the desired speed.
Then try to maintain that speed for as long as possible. " Do not pump the accelerator and avoid racing the
engine. " Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
" Keep the engine properly tuned.
" Keep the tires inflated to the correct pressure shown
on the tire placard, which is located under the door
latch on the driver’s side. Low pressure will increase
tire wear and fuel consumption." Use the air conditioner only when necessary.
" Keep the front and rear wheels in proper alignment.
" Avoid carrying unnecessary luggage or cargo.

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Maintenance and service
"
Abnormally high tire pressure (tread worn in cen-
ter)
Ride comfort is poor. Also, the tire magnifies the ef-
fects of road-surface bumps and dips, possibly result-
ing in vehicle damage.
Driving at high speeds with excessively low tire
pressures can cause the tires to deform severe-
ly and to rapidly become hot. A sharp increase
in temperature could cause tread separation,
and destruction of the tires. The resulting loss
of vehicle control could lead to an accident.
! Wheel balance
Each wheel was correctly balanced when your vehicle
was new, but the wheels will become unbalanced as
the tires become worn during use. Wheel imbalance
causes the steering wheel to vibrate slightly at certain
vehicle speeds and detracts from the vehicle’s
straight-line stability. It can also cause steering and
suspension system problems and abnormal tire wear.
If you suspect that the wheels are not correctly bal-
anced, have them checked and adjusted by your SUB-
ARU dealer. Also have them adjusted after tire repairs
and after tire rotation.
NOTE
Loss of correct wheel alignment* causes the tires
to wear on one side and reduces the vehicle’s run-
ning stability. Contact your SUBARU dealer if you
notice abnormal tire wear.
*: The suspension system is designed to hold each wheel at
a certain alignment (relative to the other wheels and to the
road) for optimum straight-line stability and cornering perfor-
mance.
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Specifications
Specifications ................................................ 12-2 Dimensions ....................................................... 12-2
Engine ................................................................ 12-3
Electrical system .............................................. 12-3
Capacities .......................................................... 12-4
Tires ................................................................... 12-5
Wheel alignment ............................................... 12-5
Fuses and circuits ........................................ 12-6 Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment .................................................. 12-6
Fuse panel located in the engine compartment .................................................. 12-8
Bulb chart ...................................................... 12-10
Vehicle identification .................................... 12-11

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Specifications
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!Tires
! Wheel alignment
Tire sizeP205/55R16 89H215/45ZR17P225/60R16 97HP225/55R17 95V
Wheel size16 x 6.5JJ17 x 7JJ16 x 6.5JJ17 x 7JJ
PressureFront32 psi
(220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm 2
)35 psi
(240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm 2
)32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm 2
)
Rear30 psi
(210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm 2
)33 psi
(230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm 2
)30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kgf/cm 2
)
Rear at trailer
towing–32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm 2
)
Temporary
spare tireSizeT135/80R16T135/70D17T155/70D17
Pressure60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm 2
)
ItemLegacyOUTBACK
SedanStation wagonSedanStation wagon
ToeFront0 in (0 mm)
Rear0 in (0 mm)
CamberFront–0 °15’0 °40’
Rear–0 °40’–0 °30’–0 °10’

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Index
Brake system ................................................ 3-29
Charge .......................................................... 3-26
CHECK ENGINE .......................................... 3-25
Door open ..................................................... 3-31
Low fuel ...................................... 3-13, 3-19, 3-30
Oil pressure .................................................. 3-26
Seatbelt ........................................................ 3-21
SRS airbag system ....................................... 3-24
Vehicle Dynamics Control ................... 3-32, 7-46
Warranties and maintenance ............................ 8-31
Washing ............................................................ 10-2
Waxing and polishing ........................................ 10-3
Wear indicators ............................................... 11-55
Wheel
Alignment ..................................................... 12-5
Balance ...................................................... 11-54
Replacement .............................................. 11-57
Windows ............................................................ 2-31
Windshield Washer fluid ................................................ 11-58
Wiper and washer switches .......................... 3-52
Wiper deicer ................................................. 3-56
Winter driving .................................................... 8-12
Wiper and washer ............................................. 3-51