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北米Model "A2420BE-B" EDITED: 2006/ 7/ 26
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Specifications
SpecificationsThese specifications are subject to change without notice.& Dimensions
in (mm)
Item Legacy OUTBACK
Sedan Station wagon Sedan
Station wagon
Non-
turbo Turbo
2.5-liter 2.5-liter3.0-liter
2.5-liter 3.0-liter
Except 2.5GT
spec.B 2.5GT
spec.B Non-
turbo Turbo
Overall length 186.2 (4,730)188.8 (4,795) 186.2 (4,730) 188.8 (4,795)
Overall width 68.1 (1,730)68.1 (1,730)69.7 (1,770) 69.7 (1,770)
Overall height 56.1
(1,425) 56.5
(1,435) 58.1 (1,475)
59.6 (1,515) 63.2 (1,605)
Wheel base 105.1 (2,670)105.1 (2,670) 105.1 (2,670) 105.1 (2,670)
Tread Front 58.9 (1,495)58.9 (1,495)58.9 (1,495) 58.9 (1,495)
Rear 58.5 (1,485) 58.5 (1,485)58.7 (1,490) 58.7 (1,490)
Ground clearance 5.9
(150) 6.3
(160) 5.9
(150) 6.1
(155) 8.5 (215)
8.5
(215) 8.7
(220) 8.5 (215)
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Black plate (413,1)
北米Model "A2420BE-B" EDITED: 2006/ 7/ 28
& TiresTire size
P205/55R16 89H P225/60R16 97H P205/50R17 88V 215/45ZR17 P225/55R17 95V 215/45R18 89Y
Wheel size 1666.5JJ 1767JJ 1867JJ
Pressure Front 32 psi (220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2) 32 psi (220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2) 33 psi (230 kPa,
2.3 kgf/cm
2) 35 psi (240 kPa,
2.4 kgf/cm
2) 32 psi (220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2) 33 psi (230 kPa,
2.3 kgf/cm
2)
Rear 30 psi (210 kPa,
2.1 kgf/cm
2) 30 psi (210 kPa,
2.1 kgf/cm
2) 32 psi (220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2) 33 psi (230 kPa,
2.3 kgf/cm
2) 30 psi (210 kPa,
2.1 kgf/cm
2) 32 psi (220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2)
Rear at trailer
towing –
32 psi (220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2) –
32 psi (220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2) –
Temporary
spare tire Size T135/80R16 T155/70D17 T135/80R16 T135/70D17 T155/70D17 T155/70D17
Pressure
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
&
Wheel alignment
Item
Legacy OUTBACK
Sedan Station wagon SedanStation wagon
Toe Front
0 in (0 mm)
Rear 0 in (0 mm)
Camber Front 0815 ’ 0840 ’
Rear 0840 ’ 0830 ’
0810 ’Specifications
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北米Model "A2420BE-B" EDITED: 2006/ 7/ 28
& Recommended tire inflation pressure! Recommended cold tire inflation pressure
Recommended cold tire inflation pressure for your vehicle ’s tires is as follows,
Tire size P205/55R16
89H P225/60R16
97H P205/50R17
88V 215/45ZR17 P225/55R17
95V 215/45R18
89Y
Wheel size 1666.5JJ 1767JJ 1867JJ
Pressure Front 32 psi
(220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2) 32 psi
(220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2) 33 psi
(230 kPa,
2.3 kgf/cm
2) 35 psi
(240 kPa,
2.4 kgf/cm
2) 32 psi
(220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2) 33 psi
(230 kPa,
2.3 kgf/cm
2)
Rear 30 psi
(210 kPa,
2.1 kgf/cm
2) 30 psi
(210 kPa,
2.1 kgf/cm
2) 32 psi
(220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2) 33 psi
(230 kPa,
2.3 kgf/cm
2) 30 psi
(210 kPa,
2.1 kgf/cm
2) 32 psi
(220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2)
Rear at
trailer
towing –
32 psi
(220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2) –
32 psi
(220 kPa,
2.2 kgf/cm
2) –
Temporary
spare tire Size T135/80R16 T155/70D17 T135/80R16 T135/70D17 T155/70D17 T155/70D17
Pressure
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
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Black plate (427,1)
北米Model "A2420BE-B" EDITED: 2006/ 7/ 26
an asymmetrical tire that has a
particular side that must always
face outward when mounting on a
vehicle.
.
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of
those standard items which may be
replaced) of floor mats, leather seats
and cross bars to the extent that these
items are available as factory-in-
stalled equipment (whether installed
or not).
.
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with
standard equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and
coolant and air conditioning.
.
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
The sum of curb weight, accessory
weight, vehicle capacity weight and
production options weight.
.
Normal occupant weight
150 lbs (68 kg) times the number of
occupants (3 occupants).
.
Occupant distribution
Distribution of occupants in a vehicle,
2 in front, 1 in rear seat.
.
Production options weight The combined weight of those in-
stalled regular production options
weighing over 5.1 lbs (2.3 kg) in
excess of those standards items
which they replace, not previously
considered in curb weight or acces-
sory weight.
.
Vehicle capacity weight
The total weight of cargo, luggage
and occupants that can be added to
the vehicle.
.
Vehicle maximum load on a tire
Load on an individual tire that is
determined by distributing to each
axle its share of the maximum loaded
vehicle weight and dividing by two.
.
Vehicle normal load on a tire
Load on an individual tire that is
determined by distributing to each
axle its share of the curb weight,
accessory weight, and normal occu-
pant weight and dividing by two.
& Tire care –maintenance and
safety practices.
Check on a daily basis that the tires
are free from serious damage, nails,
and stones. At the same time, check
the tires for abnormal wear.
.
Inspect the tire tread regularly and
replace the tires before their tread
wear indicators become visible. When
a tire ’s tread wear indicator becomes
visible, the tire is worn beyond the
acceptable limit and must be replaced
immediately. With a tire in this condi-
tion, driving at even low speeds in wet
weather can cause the vehicle to
hydroplane. Possible resulting loss
of vehicle control can lead to an
accident.
.
To maximize the life of each tire
and ensure that the tires wear uni-
formly, it is best to rotate the tires
every 7,500 miles (12,500 km). Rotat-
ing the tires involves switching the
front and rear tires on the right-hand
side of the vehicle and similarly
switching the front and rear tires on
the left-hand side of the vehicle.
(Each tire must be kept on its original
side of the vehicle.) Replace any
damaged or unevenly worn tire at
the time of rotation. After tire rotation,
adjust the tire pressures and make
sure the wheel nuts are correctly
tightened. A tightening torque specifi-
cation and a tightening sequence
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Black plate (428,1)
北米Model "A2420BE-B" EDITED: 2006/ 7/ 26
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specification for the wheel nuts can be
found “Flat tires ”section in chapter 9.& Vehicle load limit –how to
determineThe load capacity of your vehicle is
determined by weight, not by avail-
able cargo space. The load limit of
your vehicle is shown on the vehicle
placard attached to the driver ’s side
B-pillar. Locate the statement “The
combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or
XXX lbs ”on your vehicle ’s placard.
The vehicle placard also shows seat-
ing capacity of your vehicle.
The total load capacity includes the
total weight of driver and all passen-
gers and their belongings, any cargo,
any optional equipment such as a
trailer hitch, roof rack or bike carrier,
etc., and the tongue load of a trailer.
Therefore cargo capacity can be
calculated by the following method.
Cargo capacity = Load limit (total
weight of occupants + total weight of
optional equipment + tongue load of a
trailer (if applicable)) For towing capacity information and
weight limits, refer to
“Trailer towing ”
section in chapter 8.
! Calculating total and load ca-
pacities varying seating con-
figurations
Calculate the available load capacity
as shown in the following examples:
Example 1A
Vehicle capacity weight of the vehicle
is 800 lbs (363 kg), which is indicated
on the vehicle placard with the state-
ment "The combined weight of occu-
pants and cargo should never exceed
363 kg or 800 lbs". For example, if the vehicle has one
occupant weighing 154 lbs (70 kg)
plus cargo weighing 551 lbs (250 kg).
1. Calculate the total weight.
2. Calculate the available load capa-
city by subtracting the total weight
from the vehicle capacity weight of
800 lbs (363 kg).3. The result of step 2 shows that a
further 95 lbs (43 kg) of cargo can be
carried.
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Black plate (432,1)
北米Model "A2420BE-B" EDITED: 2006/ 7/ 26
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Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
Uniform tire quality grading
standardsThis information indicates the relative
performance of passenger car tires in
the area of treadwear, traction, and
temperature resistance. This is to aid
the consumer in making an informed
choice in the purchase of tires.
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall be-
tween tread shoulder and maximum
section width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Tem-
perature A
The quality grades apply to new
pneumatic tires for use on passenger
cars. However, they do not apply to
deep tread, winter type snow tires,
space-saver or temporary use spare
tires, tires with nominal rim diameters
of 12 inches or less, or to some limited
production tires.
All passenger car tires must conform
to Federal Safety Requirements in
addition to these grades.
& TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative
rating based on the wear rate of the
tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified government
test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would
wear one and one-half (1-1/2) times
as well on the government course as
a tire graded 100. The relative perfor-
mance of tires depends upon the
actual conditions of their use, how-
ever, and may depart significantly
from the norm due to variations in
driving habits, service practices and
differences in road characteristics and
climate.&Traction AA, A, B, CThe traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those
grades represent the tire ’s ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on speci-
fied government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked
C may have poor traction perfor-
mance.
WARNING
The traction grade assigned to
this tire is based on straight-
ahead braking traction tests,
and does not include accelera-
tion, cornering, hydroplaning, or
peak traction characteristics.
& Temperature A, B, CThe temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the
tire ’s resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel. Sustained high tempera-
ture can cause the material of the tire
to degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C
corresponds to a level of performance
which all passenger car tires must
meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standards No. 109. Grades B
and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test
wheel than the minimum required by
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Black plate (2,1)
北米Model "A2420BE-B" EDITED: 2006/ 7/ 31
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Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................................... 7-35
Warning light ................................................. 3-28, 7-35
Accessories ....................................................... 5-4, 11-49
Accessory power outlet ................................................. 6-8
Active head restraint ..................................................... 1-7
Air cleaner element ................................................... 11-17
Air conditioner ............................................................. 4-7
Air filtration system ..................................................... 4-13
Air flow selection .......................................................... 4-2
Alarm system ............................................................ 2-14
All-Wheel Drive warning light (AT vehicles) .................... 3-30
Aluminum wheels ...................................................... 11-41
Antenna system ........................................................... 5-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................................... 7-35
Arming the system ..................................................... 2-15
Armrest ..................................................................... 1-11
AT OIL TEMPerature warning light ............................... 3-26
Audio control button ................................................... 5-26
Audio set .................................................................... 5-5
Auto-dimming mirror/compass ...................................... 3-48
Automatic climate control system ................................... 4-8
Automatic transmission 4-speed ................................................................ 7-18
5-speed ................................................................ 7-24
Capacities ............................................................. 12-4
Fluid .................................................................... 11-22
Manual mode ................................................ 7-21, 7-27
Selector lever ................................................ 7-19, 7-25
Shift lock release ........................................... 7-23, 7-30
SPORT ......................................................... 7-23, 7-30 Temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP)
................. 3-26
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) ........... 1-14
B
Battery .................................................................... 11-46
Jump starting ......................................................... 9-10
Replacement (Remote keyless entry system) .............. 2-8
Brake Booster ............................................................... 11-31
Fluid ................................................................... 11-29
Pad and lining ...................................................... 11-33
Parking ............................................................... 11-33
Pedal .................................................................. 11-31
Brake pedal Free play ............................................................. 11-31
Reserve distance .................................................. 11-31
Brake system ............................................................. 7-34
Warning light .......................................................... 3-28
Braking ..................................................................... 7-34
Tips ...................................................................... 7-34
Breaking Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ............... 11-33
Bulb Chart .................................................................... 12-9
Replacing ............................................................ 11-50
C
Capacities ................................................................. 12-4
Cargo area Cover .................................................................... 6-12
Light ...................................................................... 6-2
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北米Model "A2420BE-B" EDITED: 2006/ 7/ 31
Tie-down hooks ..................................................... 6-16
Catalytic converter ....................................................... 8-3
Center
Console .................................................................. 6-5
Ventilators ............................................................... 4-3
Center and side ventilators ............................................ 4-3
Changing Flat tire ................................................................... 9-4
Oil and oil filter ..................................................... 11-10
Charge warning light .................................................. 3-26
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ...................................................................... 3-25
Checking Brake pedal free play ............................................ 11-31
Brake pedal reserve distance ................................. 11-31
Clutch function ...................................................... 11-32
Clutch pedal free play ............................................ 11-32
Engine oil level ...................................................... 11-9
Fluid level ............................... 11-22, 11-28, 11-29, 11-30
Gear oil level ........................................................ 11-25
Child restraint systems ............................................... 1-27
Installation with A/ELR seatbelt ................................ 1-30
Lower and tether anchorages .................................. 1-35
Child safety .................................................................... 5
Locks ................................................................... 2-19
Chime Key ........................................................................\
3-5
Seatbelt ........................................................ 1-14, 3-22
Cleaning
Aluminum wheels ................................................... 10-3
Interior .................................................................. 10-5 Ventilator grille
....................................................... 4-12
Climate control system Automatic ............................................................... 4-8
Manual ................................................................... 4-3
Clock ........................................................................\
3-34
Clutch Fluid ................................................................... 11-30
Pedal .................................................................. 11-32
Coat hook. ................................................................. 6-10
Cooling system ........................................................ 11-13
Corrosion protection ............................................ 8-10, 10-4
Cruise control ............................................................ 7-46
Set indicator light .................................................... 3-33
Cruise control indicator light ......................................... 3-33
Cup holder ................................................................. 6-7
Front passenger ’s.................................................... 6-8
Rear passenger ’s .................................................... 6-8
D
Daytime running light system ....................................... 3-40
Differential gear oil Front ................................................................... 11-24
Rear ................................................................... 11-25
Dimensions ................................................................ 12-2
Disarming the system ................................................. 2-17
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ........................ 7-34
Dome light ......................................................... 6-2, 11-56
Door Locks ..................................................................... 2-5
Door open warning light .............................................. 3-29
Drive belts ............................................................... 11-20
Index
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