2010 SUBARU OUTBACK manual transmission

11-10Maintenance and service
& 2.5 L turbo models
1) Power steering fluid reservoir
(page 11-29)
2) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-23)
3) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-31)
4) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-30)
5) Fuse box (page 11-48)
6) Battery (page 11-47)
7) Windshield washer tank (page 11-42)
8) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-12)
9) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-18)
10) Radiator cap (page 11-18)
11) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-12)
12) Air cleaner case (page 11-20)

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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11-24Maintenance and service
1) Upper level
2) Lower level
3. Pull out the level gauge again and
check the oil level on it. If it is below the
lower level, add oil through the level
gauge hole to bring the level up to the
upper level.
CAUTION
Be careful not to spill manual trans-
mission oil when adding it. If oil
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a
fire. If oil gets on the exhaust pipe,
be sure to wipe it off. &
Recommended grade and viscosity
Each oil manufacturer has its own base
oils and additives. Never use different
brands together.
Oil grade: API classification GL-5SAE viscosity No. and applicable tempera- ture Automatic transmission fluid &
Checking the fluid level
The automatic transmission fluid expands
largely as its temperature rises; the fluid
level differs according to fluid temperature.
Therefore, there are two different scales
for checking the level of hot fluid and cold
fluid on the level gauge.
Though the fluid level can be checked
without warming up the fluid on the“ COLD ”range, we recommend checking
the fluid level when the fluid is at operatingtemperature. ! Checking the fluid level when the
fluid is hot
Check the fluid level monthly.
1. Drive the vehicle several miles to raise
the temperature of the transmission fluid
up to normal operating temperature; 158
to 176 8F (70 to 80 8C) is normal.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and
set the parking brake.
3. First shift the select lever in each
position. Then shift it in the “P ” position,
and run the engine at idling speed.

12-2Specifications
Specifications
These specifications are subject to change without notice. &Dimensions
in (mm)
Item Legacy
Outback
2.5 L non-turbo 2.5 L turbo 3.6 L 2.5 L non-turbo
3.6 L
Drive system AWD
Transmission type MT CVT MT AT MT CVT AT
Overall length 186.4 (4,735) 188.2 (4,780)
Overall width 71.7 (1,820) 71.7 (1,820)
Overall height 59.3 (1,505) 66.1 (1,680)
*2
65.7 (1,670)*3
Wheelbase
108.3 (2,750) 107.9 (2,740)
Tread Front 61.6 (1,565) 61.0 (1,550) 61.6 (1,565) 61.0 (1,550)
Rear 61.8 (1,570) 61.2 (1,555) 61.8 (1,570) 61.0 (1,550)
Ground clearance
*15.9 (150) 8.7 (220)
*1: Measured with vehicle empty
*2: Measured when roof rails are used as crossbars
*3: Measured when roof rails are not used as crossbars
AT: Automatic transmission
MT: Manual transmission
CVT: Continuously variable transmission
AWD: All-Wheel Drive

14-2Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................................... 7-25
Warning light ................................................. 3-16, 7-25
Accessories ....................................................... 5-4, 11-50
Accessory power outlet ............................................... 6-10
Air cleaner element ................................................... 11-20
Air conditioner Automatic climate control system ............................. 4-12
Manual climate control system ................................... 4-7
Air filtration system ..................................................... 4-15
Air flow selection .......................................................... 4-2
Automatic climate control system ............................. 4-12
Manual climate control system ................................... 4-5
Alarm system ............................................................ 2-16
All-Wheel Drive warning light ....................................... 3-20
Aluminum wheel ....................................................... 11-42
Cleaning ............................................................... 10-3
Antenna system ........................................................... 5-2
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................................... 7-25
Arming the system ..................................................... 2-17
Armrest ..................................................................... 1-12
Ashtray ..................................................................... 6-12
AT OIL TEMP warning light ......................................... 3-15
Audio Antenna system ....................................................... 5-2
AUX unit operation ................................................. 5-28
CD player operation ............................................... 5-18
Control button ........................................................ 5-30
FM/AM radio operation ........................................... 5-10
Power and sound controls ......................................... 5-7
Satellite radio operations ......................................... 5-14 Set ........................................................................ 5-4XM
TMsatellite radio reception
................................... 5-2
Auto on/off headlights ................................................. 3-27
Sensor .................................................................. 3-28
Auto-dimming mirror/compass ...................................... 3-36
Automatic climate control system ................................... 4-8
Automatic transmission ............................................... 7-18
Capacities ............................................................. 12-4
Fluid ................................................................... 11-24
Manual mode ......................................................... 7-21
Oil temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) ............. 3-15
Select lever ........................................................... 7-19
Shift lock function ................................................... 7-20
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) ........... 1-13
AUX unit operation ..................................................... 5-28
B Battery .................................................................... 11-47
Drainage prevention function ..................................... 2-6
Jump starting ......................................................... 9-10
Replacement (remote engine start transmitter) ........... 7-14
Replacement (remote keyless entry system) .............. 2-11
Booster seat .............................................................. 1-31
Bottle holder ............................................................... 6-9
Brake Assist .................................................................... 7-24
Booster ....................................................... 7-24, 11-32
Fluid ................................................................... 11-30
Pad and lining ...................................................... 11-34
Parking ................................................................. 7-34
Pedal .................................................................. 11-33

System................................................................. 7-24
Brake pedal Free play ............................................................. 11-33
Reserve distance .................................................. 11-33
Brake system ............................................................ 7-24
Warning light ......................................................... 3-17
Braking ..................................................................... 7-23
Tips...................................................................... 7-23
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ................... 11-34
Bulb Chart .................................................................. 12-10
Replacing ............................................................. 11-50
C Capacities ................................................................. 12-4
Cargo area Cover ................................................................... 6-15
Light ....................................................................... 6-3
Tie-down hooks ..................................................... 6-17
Catalytic converter ....................................................... 8-3
Center Console .................................................................. 6-6
Ventilators ............................................................... 4-3
Changing
Coolant ................................................................ 11-18
Flat tire ................................................................... 9-6
Oil and oil filter ..................................................... 11-14
Charge warning light .................................................. 3-14
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ...................................................................... 3-12 Checking
Brake pedal free play ............................................ 11-33
Brake pedal reserve distance ................................. 11-33
Clutch function ..................................................... 11-33
Clutch pedal free play ........................................... 11-34
Coolant level ........................................................ 11-18
Fluid level (automatic transmission fluid) .................. 11-24
Fluid level (brake fluid) .......................................... 11-30
Fluid level (clutch fluid) .......................................... 11-31
Fluid level (power steering fluid) .. ........................... 11-29
Fluid level (washer fluid) ........................................ 11-42
Oil level (engine oil) .............................................. 11-12
Oil level (front differential gear oil) .......................... 11-26
Oil level (manual transmission oil) .......................... 11-23
Oil level (rear differential gear oil) ........................... 11-27
Child restraint systems ................................................ 1-25
Installation of a booster seat .................................... 1-31
Installation with A/ELR seatbelt ... ............................. 1-28
Lower and tether anchorages ................................... 1-33
Top tether anchorages ............................................ 1-35
Child safety ................................................................... 5
Locks .................................................................... 2-20
Chime Key........................................................................ 3-4Light ..................................................................... 3-27
Seatbelt. ........................................................ 1-14, 3-10
Cleaning Aluminum wheels ................................................... 10-3
Interior .................................................................. 10-5
Ventilation grille ...................................................... 4-14 Index
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14-4Index
Climate control system Automatic ................................................................ 4-8
Manual ................................................................... 4-4
Clock ........................................................................ 3-24
Clutch Fluid .................................................................... 11-31
Pedal .................................................................. 11-33
Coat hook ................................................................. 6-13
Continuously variable transmission ............................... 7-18
Capacities ............................................................. 12-4
Fluid .................................................................... 11-26
Manual mode ........................................................ 7-21
Oil temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP) ............ 3-15
Select lever ........................................................... 7-19
Shift lock function ................................................... 7-20
Coolant .................................................................... 11-18
Temperature high warning light ................................ 3-13
Temperature low indicator light. ................................ 3-13
Cooling system ......................................................... 11-17
Corrosion protection ................................................... 10-4
Crossbars ................................................................. 8-14
Cruise control ............................................................ 7-38
Indicator light ................................................. 3-23, 7-41
Set indicator light ........................................... 3-23, 7-41
Cup holder .................................................................. 6-8
Front passenger ’s .................................................... 6-9
Rear passenger ’s..................................................... 6-9
D
Daytime running light system ....................................... 3-29
Defogger ................................................................... 3-34 Deicer
....................................................................... 3-34
Differential gear oil
Front ................................................................... 11-26
Rear ................................................................... 11-27
Dimensions ................................................................ 12-2
Disarming the alarm system ......................................... 2-18
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ........................ 7-24
Dome light ......................................................... 6-2, 11-58
Door
Locks ..................................................................... 2-5
Open indicator light ................................................. 3-20
Open warning light. ................................................. 3-20
Step light ............................................................. 11-60
Double trip meter ......................................................... 3-6
Drive belts ............................................................... 11-23
Driving
All-Wheel Drive warning light ................................... 3-20
AWD vehicles ......................................................... 8-5
Car phone/cell phone .................................................. 7
Drinking. .................................................................... 6
Drugs ........................................................................ 7
Foreign countries ..................................................... 8-4
Off road .................................................................. 8-6
Pets .......................................................................... 8
Snowy and icy roads ............................................... 8-9
Tips ................................................. 7-17, 7-23, 8-2, 8-5
Tired or sleepy ........................................................... 7
Winter .................................................................... 8-8
E
ECO gauge ................................................................ 3-8

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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