3. To change the current setting, press
the trip knob for at least 2 seconds.
: Activated
: Deactivated
NOTE . The initial setting for your vehicle of
the gear position indicator and shift-up
indicator has been set for activation“
” at the time of shipment from the
factory. . It is not possible to change the
setting of the gear position indicator/
shift-up indicator when the ignition
switch is in the “ON ”position. Change
the setting when the ignition switch is
in the “LOCK ”or “Acc ”position.
& Turn signal indicator lights
These lights show the operation of the turn
signal or lane change signal.
If the indicator lights do not blink or blink
rapidly, the turn signal bulb may be burned
out. Replace the bulb as soon as possible.
Refer to “Replacing bulbs ”F 11-50. &
High beam indicator light
This light shows that the headlights are in
the high beam mode.
This indicator light also illuminates when
the headlight flasher is operated. &Cruise control indica-
tor light
The cruise control indicator light illumi-
nates when the ignition switch is turned tothe “ON ”position and turns off after
approximately 3 seconds.
This light illuminates when the “CRUISE ”
main switch is pressed. NOTE . If you move the cruise control lever
or press the main switch button while
turning the ignition switch “ON ”, the
cruise control function is deactivated
and the “CRUISE ”indicator light
flashes. To reactivate the cruise control
function, turn the ignition switch back
to the “Acc ”or “LOCK ”position, and
then turn it again to the “ON ”position.
. If this indicator light and the CHECK
ENGINE warning light/malfunction in-
dicator lamp flash simultaneously dur-
ing driving, have the vehicle checked
by your nearest SUBARU dealer. &
Cruise control set in-
dicator light
The cruise control set indicator light
illuminates when the ignition switch is
turned to the “ON ”position and turns off
after approximately 3 seconds.
This light illuminates when vehicle speed
has been set. & Headlight indicator light
This indicator light illuminates under the
following conditions. .when the light switch is turned to the
“
” or “”position
. when the light switch is in the “AUTO ”
position and the headlights illuminate automatically
& Front fog light indicator
light (if equipped)
This indicator light illuminates while the
front fog lights are illuminated. Instruments and controls
3-23
Maintenance and serviceClutch pedal (MT models) ................................ 11-33
Checking the clutch function ............................ 11-33
Checking the clutch pedal free play .................. 11-34
Replacement of brake pad and lining ............. 11-34
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ........ 11-34
Tires and wheels .............................................. 11-35
Types of tires ................................................... 11-35
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if equipped) ................................................... 11-35
Tire inspection ................................................. 11-37
Tire pressures and wear ................................... 11-37
Wheel balance .................................................. 11-39
Wear indicators ................................................ 11-39
Tire rotation direction mark .............................. 11-40
Tire rotation ..................................................... 11-40
Tire replacement .............................................. 11-41
Wheel replacement ........................................... 11-41
Aluminum wheels ............................................. 11-42
Windshield washer fluid .................................. 11-42
Replacement of wiper blades .......................... 11-43
Windshield wiper blade assembly ..................... 11-44
Windshield wiper blade rubber ......................... 11-44 Rear window wiper blade assembly
(Outback) ...................................................... 11-45
Rear window wiper blade rubber (Outback) ...... 11-46
Battery .............................................................. 11-47
Fuses ................................................................ 11-48
Main fuse .......................................................... 11-50
Installation of accessories .............................. 11-50
Replacing bulbs ............................................... 11-50
Headlight ......................................................... 11-50
Front turn signal light ...................................... 11-53
Front position light .......................................... 11-53
Front fog light (if equipped) .............................. 11-53
Rear combination lights ................................... 11-54
Tail/Back-up light (Outback) ............................. 11-56
License plate light ........................................... 11-57
Dome light ....................................................... 11-58
Map light ......................................................... 11-59
Vanity mirror light ............................................ 11-59
Door step light ................................................. 11-60
Cargo area light (Outback) ............................... 11-60
Trunk light (Legacy) ......................................... 11-60
Other bulbs ..................................................... 11-60
&Front turn signal light
NOTE
It may be difficult to replace the bulbs.
We recommend that you have the bulbs
replaced by your SUBARU dealer if
necessary.
1. Turn over the protective cover of the
engine compartment.
2. Turn the socket counterclockwise and
pull it out.
3. Pull out the bulb from the socket and
replace the bulb with a new one.
4. After replacing the bulbs, reposition
the protective cover of the engine com- partment.
& Front position light
1. Turn the socket counterclockwise and
pull it out.
2. Pull out the bulb from the socket and
replace the bulb with a new one. &Front fog light (if equipped)
NOTE
It may be difficult to replace the bulbs.
We recommend that you have the bulbs
replaced by your SUBARU dealer if
necessary.
1. Pull off the fender lining. Refer to “ Pulling off the fender lining ”F 11-7.
Maintenance and service
11-53
– CONTINUED –
1) Brake/tail and rear side marker light
2) Rear turn signal light
3) Back-up light
2. Remove the bulb holder from the rear
combination light assembly by turning it
counterclockwise. Use pliers if necessary.
3. Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder and
replace it with a new one.
4. Set the bulb holder into the rear
combination light assembly and turn it
clockwise until it locks.
5. Securely lock the cover against the
trunk trim. !
Outback
1. Undo the clips. For the method to undo
the clips, refer to “Type C clips ”F 11-6.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Remove the upper and lower screws.
4. Slide the rear combination light as-
sembly straight rearward and remove it
from the vehicle. Maintenance and service
11-55
– CONTINUED –
11-56Maintenance and service
1) Tail and rear side marker light
2) Brake light
3) Rear turn signal light
5. Remove the bulb holder from the rear
combination light assembly by turning itcounterclockwise.
6. Pull the bulb out of the bulb holder and
replace it with a new one.
7. Set the bulb holder into the rear
combination light assembly and turn it
clockwise until it locks.8. Reinstall the rear combination light
assembly by sliding the two-pronged part
of the combination light assembly securely
to each holder of the vehicle side.
9. Tighten the upper and lower screws.
10. Reinstall the side cover. &
Tail/Back-up light (Outback)
1. Apply a flat-head screwdriver to the
light cover as shown in the illustration, and
pry the light cover off from the rear gatetrim.
Wattage Bulb No.
1) High beam headlight 12V-60W HB3 (9005)
2) Front position light 12V-5W W5H
3) Low beam headlight 12V-55W H7
4) Front turn signal light 12V-21W W21W
5) Map light 12V-8W
6) Dome light 12V-8W
7) Door step light 12V-5W W5W
8) Front fog light 12V-55W H11
9) Front side marker light 12V-5W W5W
10) Vanity mirror light 14V-1.4W HTU
11) Cargo area light 12V-13W
12) Back-up light (Outback) 12V-16W W16W (921)
13) Tail light (Outback) 12V-5W W5W
14) Licence plate light (Outback) 12V-5W W5W
15) Rear turn signal light (Outback) 12V-21W WY21W Specifications
12-11
– CONTINUED –
12-12Specifications
Wattage Bulb No.
16) Brake light (Outback) 12V-21W W21W
17) Tail and rear side marker light (Outback) 12V-5W W5W
18) Trunk light (Legacy) 12V-5W W5W
19) Tail light (Legacy) 12V-5W W21/5W 20) Brake/Tail and rear side marker light (Legacy) 12V-21/5W W21/5W
21) License plate light (Legacy) 12V-5W W5W
22) Back-up light (Legacy) 12V-16W 921
23) Rear turn signal light (Legacy) 12V-21W WY21W
A) High mount stop light (Outback) ––
B) High mount stop light (Legacy) ––WARNING
Bulbs may become very hot while
illuminated. Before replacing bulbs,
turn off the lights and wait until the
bulbs cool down. Otherwise, there is
the risk of sustaining a burn injury.
CAUTION
Replace any bulb only with a new
bulb of the specified wattage. Using
a bulb of different wattage could
result in a fire.
Electrical system........................................................ 12-3
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system ........................................................... 3-18, 7-26
Electronic parking brake. ............................................. 7-34
Automatic release function by gas pedal ................... 7-35
Hill Holder ............................................................. 7-35
Warning ........................................................ 3-19, 7-37
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ............................. 1-13
Engine
Compartment overview ........................................... 11-9
Coolant ................................................................ 11-18
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ............................. 6, 8-2
Hood .................................................................... 11-7
Low oil level warning light ....................................... 3-14
Oil....................................................................... 11-12 Overheating .......................................................... 9-12
Starting ................................................................... 7-8
Stopping ............................................................... 7-10
Exterior care .............................................................. 10-2
F
Flat tires ..................................................................... 9-6
Floor mat .................................................................. 6-14
Fluid level
Automatic transmission .......................................... 11-24
Brake .................................................................. 11-30
Clutch .................................................................. 11-31
Power steering ..................................................... 11-29
Fog light Bulb .................................................................... 11-53
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-23 Switch
................................................................... 3-30
Front Differential gear oil ................................................ 11-26
Fog light ...................................................... 3-30, 11-53
Fog light indicator light ............................................ 3-23
Position light ........................................................ 11-53
Seatbelt pretensioners ............................................ 1-22
Turn signal light .................................................... 11-53
Front seats ................................................................. 1-2
Forward and backward adjustment ............................ 1-3
Power seat ............................................................. 1-4
Reclining ................................................................ 1-3
Seat height adjustment (driver ’s seat) ........................ 1-4
Fuel ........................................................................... 7-2
Economy hints ........................................................ 8-2
Filler lid and cap ...................................................... 7-3
Gauge .................................................................... 3-7
Requirements ......................................................... 7-2
Fuses ..................................................................... 11-48
Main fuse ............................................................ 11-50
Fuses and circuits ...................................................... 12-6
G
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) .. ............................. 8-13
Glove box ................................................................... 6-6
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ........................... 8-13
H
Hands-free system. ..................................................... 5-32
Hazard warning flasher .......................................... 3-5, 9-2
Head restraint adjustment Index
14-5