2010 SUBARU OUTBACK maintenance schedule

&Replacing the air cleaner element
Replace the air cleaner element according
to the maintenance schedule in the“ Warranty and Maintenance Booklet ”. Un-
der extremely dusty conditions, replace it
more frequently. It is recommended that
you always use genuine SUBARU parts. ! Non-turbo models
1. Remove the air intake duct (except 3.6
L models). For the method to remove the
air intake duct, refer to “Removing air
intake duct ”F 11-7.
1) Connector
2) Clamp
3) Clips
2. Unplug the connector that is attached to the top of the air cleaner case.
3. Loosen the screw of the clamp.
4. Unsnap the two clips holding the air
cleaner case cover.
5. Open the air cleaner case cover and
remove the air cleaner element.
6. Clean the inside of the air cleaner
cover and case with a damp cloth and
install a new air cleaner element.
7. To install the air cleaner case cover,
insert the three projections on the air
cleaner case cover into the slits on the
air cleaner case and then snap the two
clips on the air cleaner case cover.
Maintenance and service
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11-22Maintenance and service
!Turbo models
1. Unsnap the two clamps holding the air
cleaner case cover.
2. Open the air cleaner case cover and
remove the air cleaner element. 3. Clean the inside of the air cleaner
cover and case with a damp cloth and
install a new air cleaner element.
4. Snap the two clamps on the air cleaner
case cover.
Spark plugs
It may be difficult to replace the spark
plugs. It is recommended that you have
the spark plugs replaced by your
SUBARU dealer.
The spark plugs should be replaced
according to the maintenance schedule
in the
“Warranty and Maintenance Book-
let ”.
& Recommended spark plugs
2.5 L non-turbo models: SIFR6A11 (NGK)
2.5 L turbo models: SILFR6B8 (NGK)
3.6 L models: SILFR6C11 (NGK)

Drive belts
It is unnecessary to check the deflection of
the drive belt periodically because your
engine is equipped with an automatic belt
tension adjuster. However, replacement of
the belt should be done according to the
maintenance schedule in the“Warranty
and Maintenance Booklet ”. Consult your
SUBARU dealer for replacement.
If the belt is loose, cracked or worn,
contact your SUBARU dealer. Manual transmission oil &
Checking the oil level
Non-turbo models
1) Yellow handle
Turbo models
1) Yellow handle
Check the oil level monthly.
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
stop the engine.
2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean,
and insert it again. Maintenance and service
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Brake pedal
Check the brake pedal free play and
reserve distance according to the main-
tenance schedule in the“Warranty and
Maintenance Booklet ”.
& Checking the brake pedal
free play
1) 0.08 –0.18 in (2 –5 mm)
Stop the engine and firmly depress the
brake pedal several times. Lightly pull the
brake pedal up with one finger to check
the free play with a force of less than 2 lbf
(10 N, 1 kgf).
If the free play is not within proper
specification, contact your SUBARU deal-
er. &
Checking the brake pedal
reserve distance
1) More than 2.56 in (65 mm)
Depress the pedal with a force of approxi-
mately 66 lbf (294 N, 30 kgf) and measure
the distance between the upper surface of
the pedal pad and the floor.
When the measurement is smaller than
the specification, or when the pedal does
not operate smoothly, contact with your
SUBARU dealer. Clutch pedal (MT models)
Check the clutch pedal free play and
reserve distance according to the main-
tenance schedule in the
“Warranty and
Maintenance Booklet ”.
& Checking the clutch function
Check the clutch engagement and disen-gagement.
1. With the engine idling, check that there
are no abnormal noises when the clutch
pedal is depressed, and that shifting into
1st or reverse feels smooth.
2. Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal
slowly to check that the engine and
transmission smoothly couple without
any sign of slippage. Maintenance and service
11-33
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Dome........................................................... 6-2, 11-58
Door step ............................................................. 11-60
Front fog ...................................................... 3-30, 11-53
Front position ....................................................... 11-53
Ignition switch .......................................................... 3-4
License plate ........................................................ 11-57
Map ............................................................. 6-2, 11-59
Rear combination .................................................. 11-54
Tail and rear side marker (Outback) ......................... 11-55
Tail/Back-up (Outback) ........................................... 11-56
Trunk ................................................................... 11-60
Turn signal ......................................... 3-29, 11-53, 11-54
Vanity mirror .................................................. 6-5, 11-59
Loading your vehicle .................................................. 8-12
Low fuel warning light ........................................... 3-8, 3-19
Low tire pressure warning light .................................... 3-15
Lower and tether anchorage ........................................ 1-33
M
Main fuse ................................................................. 11-50
Maintenance
Precautions ........................................................... 11-3
Schedule .............................................................. 11-3
Seatbelt ................................................................ 1-22
Tips...................................................................... 11-5
Tools ...................................................................... 9-3
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine warning light) ..................................... 3-12
Manual Climate control system ............................................. 4-4
Mode .................................................................... 7-21 Seat
....................................................................... 1-3
Transmission ......................................................... 7-16
Transmission oil ................................................... 11-23
Map light ........................................................... 6-2, 11-59
Maximum load limits ................................................... 8-19
Meters and gauges ...................................................... 3-5
Mirror defogger .......................................................... 3-34
Mirrors ...................................................................... 3-36
Moonroof ........................................................... 2-28, 9-20
Multi function display ................................................... 3-24
N
New vehicle break-in driving ......................................... 8-2
OOdometer ................................................................... 3-6
Off road driving ........................................................... 8-6
Oil filter ................................................................... 11-14
Oil level
Engine ................................................................ 11-12
Front differential gear ............................................ 11-26
Manual transmission ............................................. 11-23
Rear differential gear ............................................ 11-27
Warning light .......................................................... 3-14
Oil pressure warning light ............................................ 3-14
Outside
Mirror defogger ...................................................... 3-34
Mirrors .................................................................. 3-38
Overhead console ....................................................... 6-8
Overheating engine .................................................... 9-12 Index
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