2005 SUBARU OUTBACK steering wheel power steering

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Instruments and controls
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Instruments and controlsIgnition switch
"Never turn the ignition switch to “LOCK”
while the vehicle is being driven or towed be-
cause that will lock the steering wheel, prevent-
ing steering control. And when the engine is
turned off, it takes a much greater effort than
usual to steer. " Before leaving the vehicle, always remove
the key from the ignition switch for safety and
never allow an unattended child to remains in
the vehicle. Failure to follow this procedure
could result in injury to a child or others. They
could operate the power windows, the sunroof
or other controls or even make the vehicle
move.
The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK, ACC,
ON and START.
NOTE " Keep the ignition switch in the “LOCK” position
when the engine is not running. " Using electrical accessories for a long time with
the ignition switch in the “ON” or “ACC” position
can cause the battery to go dead.
If the ignition switch will not move from the“LOCK” position to the “ACC” position, turn the
steering wheel slightly to the left and right as you turn the ignition switch." If the key is attached to a keyholder or to a large
bunch of other keys, centrifugal force may act on
it as the vehicle moves, resulting in unwanted
turning of the ignition switch. Also, if a large key-
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Instruments and controls
holder is attached to the key, your knees or hands
may accidentally touch it in a way that turns the ig-
nition switch. !
LOCK
The key can only be inserted or removed in this posi-
tion. The ignition switch will lock the steering wheel when you remove the key.
If turning the key is difficult, turn the steering wheel
slightly to the right and left as you turn the key. ! Automatic transmission vehicles
The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only
when the selector lever is in the “P” position. !
Manual transmission vehicles
The key can be turned from “ACC” to “LOCK” only
when the key is pushed in while turning it. ! ACC
In this position the electrical accessories (radio, ac-
cessory power outlet, etc.) can be used. ! ON
This is the normal operating position after the engine
is started.
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Starting and operating
Release the accelerator pedal as soon as the en-
gine starts.
2) If this fails to start the engine, turn the ignition
switch back to the “OFF” position and wait for at
least 10 seconds. Then fully depress the accelerator
pedal and turn the ignition switch to the “START”
position. If the engine starts, quickly release the ac-
celerator pedal.
3) If this fails to start the engine, turn the ignition
switch again to the “OFF” position. After waiting for
10 seconds or longer, turn the ignition switch to the
“START” position without depressing the accelera-
tor pedal.
4) If the engine still refuses to start, contact your
nearest SUBARU dealer for assistance.
6. Confirm that all warning and indicator lights have
gone out after the engine has started. The fuel injec-
tion system automatically lowers the idle speed as the
engine warms up.
While the engine is warming up, make sure that the
selector lever is at the “P” or “N” position and that the
parking brake is applied.Stopping the engine
Do not stop the engine when the vehicle is mov-
ing. This will cause loss of power to the power
steering and the brake booster, making steer-
ing and braking more difficult. It could also re-
sult in accidental activation of the “LOCK” po-
sition on the ignition switch, causing the steer-
ing wheel to lock.
The ignition switch should be turned off only when the
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Starting and operating
Rear viscous limited slip differential
(LSD) (if equipped)
"
Never start the engine while a tire on one side
is jacked up, as the vehicle may move. " If one rear tire is spinning in mud, avoid con-
tinued spinning at high speed as this could ad-
versely affect the LSD. " If a different size rear tire is temporarily used
(as in an emergency), it will adversely affect the
LSD. Always replace it with a regular size tire as
soon as possible.
The LSD provides optimum distribution of power ac-
cording to the difference in revolutions between the
right and left rear wheels that may be caused by cer-
tain driving conditions, thereby improving driving sta-
bility on snow-covered, muddy or other slippery roads.
Power steering
Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully
locked position left or right for more than five
seconds. This may damage the power steering
pump.
The power steering system operates only when the
engine is running.
If you lose power steering assist because the engine
stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but
it will take much more effort.
NOTE
Right after the engine has been started and before
it has warmed up, you may hear a noise coming
from areas adjacent to the power steering pump
which is located at the right-front area of the en-
gine compartment. This noise is normal. It does
not indicate power steering system trouble.

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In case of emergency
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Towing with all wheels on the ground
"Never turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK”
position while the vehicle is being towed be-
cause the steering wheel and the direction of
the wheels will be locked." Remember that the brake booster and power
steering do not function when the engine is not
running. Because the engine is turned off, it will
take greater effort to operate the brake pedal
and steering wheel.
" If transmission failure occurs, transport your
vehicle on a flat-bed truck. " Do not run the engine while being towed us-
ing this method. Transmission damage could
result if the vehicle is towed with the engine
running. " For vehicles with automatic transmission,
the traveling speed must be limited to less than
20 mph (30 km/h) and the traveling distance to
less than 31 miles (50 km). For greater speeds
and distances, transport your vehicle on a flat-
bed truck.
1. Check the transmission and differential oil levels
and add oil to bring it to the upper level if necessary.
2. Release the parking brake and put the transmis-
sion in neutral.
3. The ignition switch should be in the “ACC” position
while the vehicle is being towed.
4. Take up slack in the towline slowly to prevent dam-
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Index
Cup holder
Front passenger’s ......................................... 6-12
Rear passenger’s ......................................... 6-13
D
Daytime running light system ............................ 3-46
Differential gear oil Front ........................................................... 11-35
Rear ............................................................ 11-37
Dimensions ........................................................ 12-2
Disarming the system ........................................ 2-26
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ............ 7-38
Dome light ................................................ 6-2, 11-82
Door locks ........................................................... 2-6
Door open warning light .................................... 3-31
Drive belts ....................................................... 11-30
Driving All-wheel drive vehicle .................................. 3-31
Car phone/mobile phone ................................. 10
Drinking ............................................................. 9
Drugs ................................................................. 9
Foreign countries ............................................ 8-7
Pets ................................................................. 11
Snowy and icy roads .................................... 8-13
Tips ..................................... 7-15, 7-23, 7-33, 8-7
Tired or sleepy ................................................. 10 E
Electrical system ............................................... 12-3
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)
system ........................................................... 7-41
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ................ 1-18
Engine
Compartment overview ................................ 11-8
Coolant ....................................................... 11-19
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ................ 8, 8-3
Hood ............................................................. 11-5
Oil ............................................................... 11-12
Overheating .................................................. 9-20
Starting ......................................................... 7-10
Stopping ....................................................... 7-12
Exterior care ...................................................... 10-2 F
Flat tires .............................................................. 9-5
Floor mat ........................................................... 6-22
Fluid level
Automatic transmission .............................. 11-33
Brake .......................................................... 11-42
Clutch ......................................................... 11-43
Power steering ........................................... 11-41
Fog light switch ................................................. 3-50
Front
Differential gear oil ..................................... 11-35

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Index
License plate light ....................................... 11-80
Map light ..................................................... 11-83
Parking light ................................................ 11-76
Rear combination light ................................ 11-76
Trunk light ................................................... 11-86
Rocking the vehicle ........................................... 8-17
Roof rail and crossbar ....................................... 8-21 S Safety Precautions when driving .................................. 6
Symbol .............................................................. 3
Warnings ........................................................... 3
Seat Fabric ........................................................... 10-6
Heater ........................................................... 1-10
Seatbelt .................................................................. 6 Maintenance ................................................. 1-33
Pretensioners ............................................... 1-33
Safety tips ..................................................... 1-16
Warning light and chime ............................... 1-19
Seatbelts ........................................................... 1-16
Selector lever ........................................... 7-17, 7-26 Position indicator .......................................... 3-34
Shift lock release ...................................... 7-24, 7-35
Snow tires ......................................................... 8-15
Sounding a panic alarm ..................................... 2-15 Spark plugs ..................................................... 11-29
Specifications .................................................... 12-2
Speedometer ....................................................... 3-9 SRS
Curtain airbag ............................................... 1-80
Frontal airbag ............................................... 1-65
Side airbag ................................................... 1-80
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag) ....................................................... 6, 1-59
SRS airbag system warning light ...................... 3-24
Starting the engine ............................................ 7-10
State emission testing (U.S. only) ....................... 7-8
Steering wheel
Power ........................................................... 7-36
Tilt ................................................................. 3-63
Stopping the engine .......................................... 7-12
Storage compartment .......................................... 6-7
Sun shades ....................................................... 2-43
Sun visors ........................................................... 6-5
Supplemental Restraint System airbag (SRS) .. 1-59
Synthetic leather upholstery .............................. 10-6 T
Tachometer ....................................................... 3-11
Temperature gauge ........................................... 3-13
Temporary spare tire ........................................... 9-3
Tie-down hooks ................................................. 9-22