2016 SUBARU OUTBACK brake

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Start/ Stop engine
The key can be turned from ACC to LOCK
only when the key is pushed in while turning
it (all models) and the select lever is in the
P position (CVT models).
Push-button ignition switch (if equipped)
Electronic parking brake switch Ignition switch (if equipped)
*The design may be slightly different from the illustration depending on the models.
Starting engine:
1. Carry the access key, and sit in the driver’s seat.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Shift the select lever in the P position (CVT models) or shift lever in neutral (MT models).
4. Depress the brake pedal (CVT models) or brake pedal and clutch pedal (MT models) until the indicator on the push-button ignition switch turns green.
5. While depressing the brake pedal (CVT models) or clutch pedal (MT models), press the push-button ignition switch.To stop engine:
1. Stop the vehicle completely.
2. Move the select lever to the P position (CVT models) or shift lever in neutral (MT models).
3. Press the push-button ignition switch.
Every time the button is pressed without depressing the brake pedal, the\
power is switched
in the sequence of OFF➞ACC➞ON➞OFF.
OFF ( Tu r n e d o f f )ACC (Orange)ON (Orange)
Operation indicator
Apply
Release
X Some functions are available on certain models. X For detailed operating and safety information, please refer to your Own\
er’s Manual.

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You must raise the slider and hold it in that position
before you can move the shift lever to the R position.
To change gears, fully depress the clutch pedal, move
the shift lever, and gradually let up on the clutch pedal.
Shift paddle:
Gearshifts can be performed using the shift paddle
behind the steering wheel.
Operate Select lever/ Shift lever
M = Manual mode:
With the vehicle either moving or stationary, move the
select lever from the D position to the M position to
select the manual mode.
Continuously variable transmission (if equipped)
Manual transmission (if equipped)
With the brake pedal depressed, shift while pressing the button in
Shift while pressing the button in
Shift without pressing the button
Select lever button
DownshiftUpshift

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Deactivate the Hill Holder function when:
• Towing a trailer
• Carrying a heavy load
• When you do not frequently stop your vehicle on an
uphill slope using the parking brake.
Tilting Sliding
Moonroof switch (if equipped)
1 Raise
2 Lower
1 Open
2 Close
Hill Holder switch
*The design may be slightly different from the illustration depending on the models.
Audio control buttonsL
These buttons allow the driver to control audio functions
without taking his/her hands off the steering wheel.
2
1
2
1
Activate / Deactivate
Press
0058 Some functions are available on certain models. 00030058 For detailed operating and safety information, please refer to your Own\
er’s Manual.

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X-mode has the following functions.
Hill descent control function : Using this function, you can keep the vehicle at a
consistent speed driving downhill. If the vehicle speed
is likely to increase, the brake control system will be
activated to adjust the vehicle speed.
Driving ability control : This mode increases the hill-climbing ability and driving
ability as well as enabling smooth application of torque for
easier control of the steering wheel.
X-mode switch (Outback CVT models)
X-mode assists driving more comfortably even in slippery road conditions including uphill
and downhill.
X-mode switchX-mode indicator
Memory switch (if equipped)G
Your desired rear gate height can be registered.

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Some warning/ indicator lights illuminate for a few seconds in order to check themselves
when the ignition switch is turned ON.
MAIN WARNING AND INDICATOR LIGHTS
Warning lights
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for countermeasures when each warning light comes on.
If necessary, consult your authorized SUBARU dealer.
Seatbelt warning
Remind the driver to fasten
seatbelt.
Front passenger’s seatbelt warning
Remind the front passenger to
fasten seatbelt. Location: next to
overhead console.
Oil pressure warning
The engine oil pressure is too
low.
Engine low oil level warning
The engine oil level decreases to
the lower limit.
All-wheel drive warning (CVT models)
Tires of different diameter fitted/
air pressure excessively low.
SRS airbag system warning
SRS airbag system and/
or seatbelt pretensioners
malfunction.
Power steering warning
The electric power steering
system malfunction.
AT OIL TEMP warning (CVT models)
Transmission fluid temperature
is too hot./ Transmission control
system malfunction.
Automatic headlight beam leveler warning
Automatic headlight beam leveler
malfunction.
ABS warning
Anti-lock Brake System malfunction
/ EBD System malfunction.
(Brake System warning light
illuminates simultaneously).
Brake system warning
Electronic parking brake system malfunction/ Brake fluid level/ EBD System
malfunction (Anti-lock brake system warning light illuminates simultaneously).
Malfunction indicator (Check Engine)
Engine/ Emission control system
malfunction.
Charge warning
Charging system malfunction.
u Some functions are available on certain models. u For detailed operating and safety information, please refer to your Own\
er’s Manual.

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Windshield washer fluid warning
The fluid level in the windshield
washer fluid tank decreases to
the lower limit.
BSD/ RCTA warning
Blind Spot Detection/ Rear
Cross Traffic Alert (BSD/ RCTA)
malfunction.
Vehicle Dynamics Control warning/ Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator
Warning : Vehicle Dynamics Control system malfunction.
Indicator : Flashes during activation of the skid suppression function and the traction control function.
Icy road surface warning screen
When the outside temperature becomes 3°C (37°F) or less, the icy road surface
warning screen interrupts to inform the driver that the road surface may be
frozen.
Indicator lights
The following indicators show the current status of your car. Refer to your Owner’s Manual
for more information.
Low fuel warning
Fuel tank is nearly empty. Refill
fuel immediately.
Access key warning
The access key is not inside the
vehicle. For other situations,
refer to your Owner’s Manual.
Turn signal indicatorHeadlight indicatorHigh beam indicator
Front fog light indicatorSecurity indicatorDoor open indicator
BSD/ RCTA OFF indicatorCruise control indicatorCruise control set indicator
Hill Holder indicator
Hill descent control indicator
X mode indicator
Electronic parking brake indicatorSteering responsive fog lights OFF indicator
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicatorFront passenger’s frontal airbag ON/OFF indicator