2010 SUBARU OUTBACK steering

Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
13 20A .Socket
14 Empty
15 20A .Rear power window
(right side)
16 Empty
17 15A .Front wiper deicer
18 7.5A .Back-up light
19 7.5A .Electronic parking
brake unit
. Hill Holder system unit
20 10A .Accessory power outlet
21 7.5A .Starter relay
22 15A .Air conditioner
23 Empty
24 15A .Audio
. Navigation system
25 15A .SRS airbag system
26 7.5A .Main fan
27 30A .Power window relay Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
28 Empty
29 20A .Power window
(passenger ’s side)
30 Empty
31 7.5A .Automatic air condi-
tioner unit
32 Empty
33 7.5A .ABS/Vehicle dynamics
control unit
. Power steering Specifications
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&Glossary of tire terminology
. Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of
those standard items which may be
replaced) of automatic transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes,
power windows, power seats, radio,
and heater, to the extent that these
items are available as factory-in-
stalled equipment (whether in-
stalled or not). . Bead
The part of the tire that is made of
steel wires, wrapped or reinforced
by ply cords and that is shaped to fit
the rim. . Bead separation
A breakdown of the bond between
components in the bead. . Bias ply tire
A pneumatic tire in which the ply
cords that extend to the beads are
laid at alternate angles substantially
less than 90 degrees to the center-
line of the tread. . Carcass
The tire structure, except tread and sidewall rubber which, when in-
flated, bears the load.
. Chunking
The breaking away of pieces of the
tread or sidewall. . Cold tire pressure
The pressure in a tire that has been
driven less than 1 mile or has been
standing for three hours or more. . Cord
The strands forming the plies in the tire. . Cord separation
The parting of cords from adjacent
rubber compounds. . Cracking
Any parting within the tread, side-
wall, or inner liner of the tire
extending to cord material. . Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with
standard equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight
optional engine. .
Extra load tire
A tire designed to operate at higher
loads and higher inflation pressure
than the corresponding standardtire. . Groove
The space between two adjacent
tread ribs. . Innerliner
The layer(s) forming the inside sur-
face of a tubeless tire that contains
the inflating medium within the tire. . Innerliner separation
The parting of the innerliner from
cord material in the carcass. . Intended outboard sidewall
(1) The sidewall that contains a
whitewall, bears white lettering
or bears manufacturer, brand,
and/or model name molding that
is higher or deeper than the
same molding on the other side-
wall of the tire, or (2) The outward facing sidewall
of an asymmetrical tire that has
a particular side that must al-
ways face outward when mount-
Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
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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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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
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P Parking ..................................................................... 7-33
Brake ................................................................... 7-34
Tips...................................................................... 7-37
Periodic inspections ..................................................... 8-4
Petrol fuel ................................................................... 7-2
Pocket ........................................................................ 6-8
Power Door locking switch .................................................. 2-7
Seat ....................................................................... 1-4
Steering ................................................................ 7-23
Steering fluid ........................................................ 11-29
Window ................................................................ 2-21
Precautions against vehicle modification ............... 1-24, 1-64
Preparing to drive ........................................................ 7-7
Printed antenna ........................................................... 5-2
RRear Combination lights ................................................. 11-54
Differential gear oil ................................................ 11-27
Gate ............................................................. 2-27, 9-19
Turn signal light .................................................... 11-54
Rear seat .................................................................... 1-7
Folding down ........................................................... 1-8
Reclining ................................................................. 1-8
Rear view camera ...................................................... 6-19
Rear window Defogger ............................................................... 3-34
Wiper and washer switch ........................................ 3-34
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-45 Recommended
Automatic transmission fluid ................................... 11-25
Brake fluid ........................................................... 11-31
Clutch fluid .......................................................... 11-32
Engine oil ................................................... 11-16, 11-17
Front differential gear oil ........................................ 11-27
Manual transmission oil ......................................... 11-24
Power steering fluid .............................................. 11-30
Rear differential gear oil ........................................ 11-28
Spark plugs ......................................................... 11-22
Refueling .................................................................... 7-3
Remote engine start system ........................................ 7-10
Remote keyless entry system ....................................... 2-8
Replacement Brake pad and lining ............................................. 11-34
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-43
Replacing Air cleaner element ............................................... 11-21
Battery (remote engine start transmitter) .................... 7-14
Battery (remote keyless entry system) ....................... 2-11
Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system) ......... 2-12
Replacing bulbs ....................................................... 11-50
Back-up light (Legacy) .......................................... 11-54
Brake light (Outback) ............................................ 11-55
Brake/Tail and rear side marker light (Legacy) .......... 11-54
Cargo area light ................................................... 11-60
Dome light ........................................................... 11-58
Door step light ..................................................... 11-60
Front fog light ....................................................... 11-53
Front position light ................................................ 11-53
Front turn signal light ............................................ 11-53

Headlight............................................................. 11-50
License plate light ................................................. 11-57
Map light .............................................................. 11-59
Rear combination light ........................................... 11-54
Tail and rear side marker light (Outback) .................. 11-55
Tail/Back-up light (Outback) .................................... 11-56
Trunk light ............................................................ 11-60
Vanity mirror light .................................................. 11-59
Rocking the vehicle .................................................... 8-11
Roof rails with integrated cross bars ............................. 8-14
S Safety Precautions when driving ............................................. 4
Symbol ...................................................................... 2
Warnings ................................................................... 2
Seat
Fabric ................................................................... 10-5
Front ...................................................................... 1-2
Heater .................................................................... 1-6
Height adjustment .................................................... 1-4
Rear ....................................................................... 1-7
Seatbelt ................................................................. 4, 1-12
Fastening .............................................................. 1-15
Maintenance .......................................................... 1-22
Pretensioners ........................................................ 1-22
Safety tips ............................................................. 1-12
Warning light and chime ................................. 1-14, 3-10
Security Alarm system ........................................................ 2-16
ID plate ................................................................... 2-3 Immobilizer
............................................................. 2-3
Indicator light .................................................. 2-4, 3-22
Shock sensors ....................................................... 2-19
Select lever ............................................................... 7-19
Position indicator .................................................... 3-22
Shift lock function ................................................... 7-20
Shock sensors ........................................................... 2-19
Shopping bag hook ..................................................... 6-14
Snow tires ....................................................... 8-10, 11-35
Snowy and icy roads ................................................... 8-9
Sounding a panic alarm .............................................. 2-10
Spark plugs ............................................................. 11-22
Specifications ............................................................. 12-2
Speedometer .............................................................. 3-6
SRS Curtain airbag ........................................................ 1-53
Frontal airbag ......................................................... 1-43
Side airbag ............................................................ 1-53
SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System airbag)... 4, 1-38
SRS airbag system Monitors ................................................................ 1-62
Servicing ............................................................... 1-63
Warning light .......................................................... 3-11
Starting the engine ...................................................... 7-8
State emission testing (U.S. only) .................................. 7-6
Steering wheel Power ................................................................... 7-23
Tilt/telescopic ......................................................... 3-38
Stopping the engine .................................................... 7-10
Storage compartment ................................................... 6-5
Sun shade ................................................................. 2-30 Index
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