2016 SUBARU OUTBACK Front side marker light

Instruments and controls/Light control switch
&Headlights
To turn on the headlights, turn the knob on
the end of the turn signal lever.
“
”position:
The headlights are all off.
“
”position:
Instrument panel illumination, headlights,
parking lights, front side marker lights, rear
side marker lights, tail lights and license
plate lights are on.
“
”position:
Instrument panel illumination, parking
lights, front side marker lights, rear side
marker lights, tail lights and license plate
lights are on.“
”position: auto on/off headlights
When the ignition switch is in the“ON”
position, the instrument panel illumination,
headlights, parking lights, front side mar-
ker lights, rear side marker lights, tail lights
and license plate lights areautomatically
on or offdepending on the level of the
ambient light.
The light sensitivity of the auto on/off
headlights can be changed by operating
the multi information display. For details,
refer to“Auto Headlights”F3-42. Also, the
setting can be changed by a SUBARU
dealer. Consult your SUBARU dealer for
details.
Automatic headlight turn on function
that is linked with wiper operation:
While the light control switch is in the
“AUTO”position, the headlights will auto-
matically turn on when the windshield
wipers operate several times. The head-
lights will automatically turn off when the
wipers stop.
The ON/OFF setting of this function can
be changed by operating the multi in-
formation display. For details, refer to
“Auto Headlights”F3-42. Also, the setting
can be changed by a SUBARU dealer.
Consult your SUBARU dealer for details.!Welcome lighting function
The welcome lighting function turns on the
low beam headlight for smooth approach-
ing to or exiting from the vehicle at night or
in a dark place.
The function is activated while all of the
following conditions are met.
.The light control switch is in the
“AUTO”position
.It is dark enough to turn on the auto on/
off headlights
When approaching:
While the welcome lighting function is
activated, the low beam headlights will
automatically illuminate when unlocking
the doors (for Outback, including the rear
gate) by using the remote keyless entry
system.
The low beam headlights will remain
illuminated for 30 seconds
*1and then turn
off. However, if any of the following
operations is done, the low beam head-
lights will turn off.
.The doors are locked.
.The light control switch is turned to a
position other than“AUTO”.
.The ignition switch is turned to the“ON”
position.
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Instruments and controls/Light control switch
&High/low beam change
(dimmer)
To change from low beam to high beam,
push the turn signal lever forward. When
the headlights are on high beam, the high
beam indicator light“
”on the combina-
tion meter is also on.
To switch back to low beam, pull the lever
back to the center position.
&Headlight flasher
CAUTION
Do not hold the lever in the flashing
position for more than just a few
seconds.
To flash the headlights, pull the lever
toward you and then release it. The high
beam will stay on for as long as you hold
the lever. The headlight flasher works
even though the lighting switch is in the
off position.
When the headlights are on high beam,
the high beam indicator light“
”on the
combination meter also illuminates.
&Daytime running light system
WARNING
The brightness of the illumination of
the high beam headlights is reduced
by the daytime running light system.
The light switch must always be
turned to the“
”position when it
is dark outside.
The high beam headlights will automati-
cally illuminate at reduced brightness
when the engine has started, under the
following conditions.
.The parking brake is fully released.
.The light switch is in the off or“
”
position.
.The light switch is in the“AUTO”
position and the headlights do not turn
on automatically.
.The select lever is in a position other
than the“P”position (CVT models).
NOTE
.When the light switch is in the“”
position, the front side marker lights,
tail lights and license plate lights are
illuminated.
.While the turn signal is flashing, the
high beam headlight on the side which
the turn signal is flashing turns off.
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Maintenance and service
Wheel replacement........................................... 11-31
Aluminum wheels............................................. 11-31
Windshield washer fluid.................................. 11-32
Replacement of wiper blades.......................... 11-33
Windshield wiper blade assembly..................... 11-34
Windshield wiper blade rubber......................... 11-34
Rear window wiper blade assembly
(Outback)....................................................... 11-35
Rear window wiper blade rubber (Outback) ....... 11-36
Battery............................................................... 11-37
Fuses................................................................ 11-38
Installation of accessories............................... 11-40
Replacing bulbs............................................... 11-40
HID headlights (if equipped)............................. 11-40
Halogen headlights.......................................... 11-40Front turn signal light...................................... 11-42
Front side marker light..................................... 11-42
Front fog light (if equipped).............................. 11-42
Rear combination lights................................... 11-43
Backup light.................................................... 11-45
License plate light........................................... 11-47
Dome light....................................................... 11-48
Map light......................................................... 11-48
Door step light................................................. 11-48
Cargo area light (Outback)............................... 11-49
Trunk light (Legacy)......................................... 11-49
Other bulbs..................................................... 11-49
Replacing battery............................................. 11-49Replacing battery of access key....................... 11-50
Replacing battery of transmitter....................... 11-51

Maintenance and service/Replacing bulbs
surface.
4. To install the bulb to the headlight
assembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks.
5. Reconnect the electrical connector.
&Front turn signal 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 side marker 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. Remove the clips.
2. Turn over the mud guard.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
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Specifications/Bulb chart
Wattage Bulb No.
1) High beam headlight 12V-60W HB3
2) Low beam headlight
Models with HID headlights 12V-35W D4S
Models without HID headlights 12V-55W H11
3) Front side marker light 12V-5W W5W
4) Map light 12V-8W
5) Dome light 12V-8W
6) Door step light 12V-5W W5W
7) Front turn signal light 12V-21W WY21W
8) Front fog light
Legacy (models without steering responsive fog
lights system)12V-19W H16
Legacy (models with steering responsive fog lights
system)12V-55W H11
Outback 12V-55W H11
9) Vanity mirror light 14V-1.4W HTU
10) Cargo area light 12V-13W SAE #912
11) Licence plate light (Outback)12V-5W W5W
12) Backup light (Outback) 12V-16W W16W
13)
Rear turn signal light (Outback) 12V-21W WY21W
14) Rear side marker light (Outback)
12V-5W W5W
15) Trunk light (Legacy) 12V-3.8W SAE #194
16)
License plate light (Legacy) 12V-5W W5W
17) Backup light (Legacy) 12V-16W W16W12-16

Winter.................................................................... 8-8
E
ECO gauge............................................................... 3-11
Electrical system........................................................ 12-9
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system.......... 7-34
Warning................................................................ 3-19
Electronic parking brake.............................................. 7-42
Automatic release function by accelerator pedal......... 7-44
Hill Holder............................................................. 7-45
Indicator light......................................................... 3-20
Warning........................................................ 3-20, 7-47
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)............................. 1-17
Engine
Compartment overview........................................... 11-9
Coolant........................................................ 11-14, 12-8
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)............................. 5, 8-2
Hood.................................................................... 11-7
Low oil level warning indicator................................. 3-16
Oil............................................................... 11-11, 12-4
Overheating.......................................................... 9-13
Starting & stopping........................................... 7-9, 7-12
Event data recorder......................................................... 8
Exterior care.............................................................. 10-2
F
Flat tires..................................................................... 9-5
Floor mat.................................................................. 6-15
Fluid level
Brake.................................................................. 11-19
Clutch.................................................................. 11-21Continuously variable transmission......................... 11-19
Fog light
Bulb.......................................................... 11-42, 12-14
Indicator light......................................................... 3-31
Steering responsive fog lights system....................... 3-49
Switch................................................................... 3-49
Front
Differential gear oil........................................ 11-19, 12-7
Seatbelt pretensioners............................................ 1-24
Side marker light.................................................. 11-42
Turn signal light.................................................... 11-42
Front seats................................................................. 1-2
Forward and backward adjustment............................ 1-4
Head restraint adjustment......................................... 1-8
Memory function...................................................... 1-6
Power seat............................................................. 1-5
Reclining................................................................ 1-4
Seat height adjustment (driver’s seat)........................ 1-4
Fuel........................................................................... 7-3
Consumption indicator............................................. 3-36
Economy hints........................................................ 8-2
Filler lid and cap...................................................... 7-4
Gauge................................................................... 3-10
Requirements................................................. 7-3, 12-3
Fuses
..................................................................... 11-38
Fuses and circuits.................................................... 12-10
G
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ............................... 8-14
Glove box................................................................... 6-6
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)........................... 8-14
Index14-5

J
Jack-up point............................................................... 9-5
Jump starting............................................................. 9-11
K
Key ............................................................................ 2-3
Number.................................................................. 2-3
Reminder chime....................................................... 3-4
Replacement........................................................... 2-5
Keyless access with push-button start system ............... 2-10
Disabling keyless access functions........................... 2-18
Locking and unlocking doors................................... 2-13
Opening rear gate.................................................. 2-16
Opening trunk........................................................ 2-16
Warning chimes and warning indicator...................... 3-24
When access key does not operate properly............. 9-18
Keyless entry system................................................. 2-23
L
LCA ......................................................................... 7-54
Leather seat materials................................................ 10-5
License plate light..................................................... 11-47
Light
Backup................................................................ 11-45
Cargo area.................................................... 6-3, 11-49
Control switch........................................................ 3-43
Daytime running..................................................... 3-46
Dome........................................................... 6-2, 11-48
Door step............................................................. 11-48
Front fog...................................................... 3-49, 11-42
Front side marker................................................... 3-44Ignition switch......................................................... 3-4
License plate....................................................... 11-47
Map .............................................................. 6-2, 11-48
Rear combination................................................. 11-43
Rear side marker light........................................... 11-43
Rear turn signal.................................................... 11-43
Trunk.................................................................. 11-49
Turn signal........................................ 3-47, 11-42, 11-43
Vanity mirror........................................................... 6-5
Loading your vehicle................................................... 8-12
Low fuel warning light................................................. 3-21
Low tire pressure warning light..................................... 3-16
Lower and tether anchorage........................................ 1-35
M
Maintenance
Precautions........................................................... 11-3
Schedule............................................................... 11-3
Seatbelt................................................................. 1-24
Tips ...................................................................... 11-5
Tools...................................................................... 9-3
Malfunction indicator light (check engine warning light) .... 3-15
Manual
Climate control system............................................. 4-6
Mode (continuously variable transmission)................. 7-29
Seat....................................................................... 1-4
Transmission......................................................... 7-23
Transmission oil........................................... 11-18, 12-7
Map light........................................................... 6-2, 11-48
Maximum load limits
................................................... 8-21
Meters and gauges...................................................... 3-7
Index14-7

Wiper and washer switch........................................ 3-53
Wiper blades........................................................ 11-35
Recommended
Brake fluid............................................................. 12-8
Clutch fluid............................................................ 12-8
Continuously variable transmission fluid.................... 12-8
Engine oil.............................................................. 12-4
Front differential gear oil......................................... 12-7
Manual transmission oil.......................................... 12-7
Rear differential gear oil.......................................... 12-7
Spark plugs........................................................... 12-9
Refueling.................................................................... 7-4
Remote engine start system........................................ 7-15
Remote keyless entry system...................................... 2-23
Replacement
Brake pad and lining............................................. 11-24
Wiper blades........................................................ 11-33
Replacing
Access key battery................................................ 11-50
Air cleaner element............................................... 11-15
Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system)......... 2-27
Remote engine start transmitter battery..................... 7-21
Remote keyless entry transmitter battery.................. 11-51
Replacing bulbs.............................................. 11-40, 12-14
Backup light......................................................... 11-45
Cargo area light.................................................... 11-49
Dome light........................................................... 11-48
Door step light...................................................... 11-48
Front fog light....................................................... 11-42
Front side marker light........................................... 11-42
Front turn signal light............................................. 11-42Halogen headlight................................................. 11-40
HID headlight....................................................... 11-40
License plate light................................................. 11-47
Map light............................................................. 11-48
Rear combination light.......................................... 11-43
Rear side marker light........................................... 11-43
Rear turn signal light............................................. 11-43
Trunk light........................................................... 11-49
Rocking the vehicle.................................................... 8-12
Roof rails with integrated cross bars............................. 8-14
Rope hook................................................................. 8-18
S
Safety
Precautions when driving............................................. 4
Symbol...................................................................... 2
Warnings................................................................... 2
Seat
Fabric................................................................... 10-5
Front...................................................................... 1-2
Heater.................................................................... 1-9
Height adjustment.................................................... 1-4
Memory function...................................................... 1-6
Power
.................................................................... 1-5
Rear..................................................................... 1-11
Seatbelt................................................................. 4, 1-16
Fastening.............................................................. 1-17
Maintenance.......................................................... 1-24
Pretensioners......................................................... 1-24
Safety tips............................................................. 1-16
Warning light and chime.......................................... 3-12
Index14-9