2004 Subaru Legacy Owners Manual

(cid:132) Tire pressures and wear Maintaining the correct tire pressures helps to maxi- mize the tires’ service lives and is essential for good running performance. Check and, if necessary, adjust the pressure of each tire (including the spare) at least once a month (for example, during a fuel stop) and be- fore any long journey.

Check the tire pressures when the tires are cold. Use

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a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the values shown on the tire placard. The tire placard is lo- cated on the door pillar on the driver’s side. Driving even a short distance warms up the tires and increases the tire pressures. Also, the tire pressures are affected by the ambient temperature. It is best to check tire pressure outdoors before driving the vehi- cle. When a tire becomes warm, the air inside it expands, causing the tire pressure to increase. Be careful not to mistakenly release air from a warm tire to reduce its pressure. NOTE (cid:121) The air pressure in a tire increases by approxi- mately 4.3 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kg/cm2) when the tire becomes warm. (cid:121) The tires are considered cold when the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or has been driven less than one mile (1.6 km).

Do not let air out of warm tires to adjust pres- sure. Doing so will result in low tire pressure.

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Incorrect tire pressures detract from controllability and ride comfort, and they cause the tires to wear abnor- mally. (cid:121) Correct tire pressure (tread worn evenly)

Roadholding is good, and steering is responsive. Roll- ing resistance is low, so fuel consumption is also low- er.

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(cid:121) Abnormally low tire pressure (tread worn at shoulders)

(cid:121) Abnormally high tire pressure (tread worn in cen- ter)

Rolling resistance is high, so fuel consumption is also higher.

Ride comfort is poor. Also, the tire magnifies the ef- fects of road-surface bumps and dips, possibly result- ing in vehicle damage.

HSB053AA

HSB054AA

Driving at high speeds with excessively low tire pressures can cause the tires to deform severe- ly and to rapidly become hot. A sharp increase in temperature could cause tread separation, and destruction of the tires. The resulting loss

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of vehicle control could lead to an accident.

(cid:132) Wear indicators

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(cid:132) Wheel balance Each wheel was correctly balanced when your vehicle was new, but the wheels will become unbalanced as the tires become worn during use. Wheel imbalance causes the steering wheel to vibrate slightly at certain vehicle speeds and detracts from the vehicle’s straight-line stability. It can also cause steering and suspension system problems and abnormal tire wear. If you suspect that the wheels are not correctly bal- anced, have them checked and adjusted by your SUBARU dealer. Also have them adjusted after tire re- pairs and after tire rotation. NOTE Loss of correct wheel alignment* causes the tires to wear on one side and reduces the vehicle’s run- ning stability. Contact your SUBARU dealer if you notice abnormal tire wear. *: The suspension system is designed to hold each wheel at a certain alignment (relative to the other wheels and to the road) for optimum straight-line stability and cornering perfor- mance.

HSB055BB

A) New tread B) Worn tread 1) Tread wear indicator Each tire incorporates a tread wear indicator, which becomes visible when the depth of the tread grooves decreases to 0.063 in (1.6 mm). A tire must be re- placed when the tread wear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread.

When a tire’s tread wear indicator becomes vis-

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ible, the tire is worn beyond the acceptable limit and must be replaced immediately. With a tire in this condition, driving at high speeds in wet weather can cause the vehicle to hydroplane. The resulting loss of vehicle control can lead to an accident.

NOTE For safety, inspect the tire tread regularly and re- place the tires before their tread wear indicators become visible.

(cid:132) Tire rotation

HSB056BA

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Tire wear varies from wheel to wheel. To maximize the life of each tire and ensure that the tires wear uniform- ly, it is best to rotate the tires every 7,500 miles (12,500 km). Rotating the tires involves switching the front and rear tires on the right-hand side of the vehicle and similarly switching the front and rear tires on the left-hand side of the vehicle. (Each tire must be kept on its original side of the vehicle.) Replace any damaged or unevenly worn tire at the time of rotation. After tire rotation, adjust the tire pres- sures and make sure the wheel nuts are correctly tightened. After driving approximately 600 miles (1,000 km), check the wheel nuts again and retighten any nut that has become loose.

(cid:132) Tire replacement The wheels and tires are important and integral parts of your vehicle’s design; they cannot be changed arbi- trarily. The tires fitted as standard equipment are opti- mally matched to the characteristics of the vehicle and were selected to give the best possible combination of running performance, ride comfort, and service life. It is essential for every tire to have a size and construc- tion matching those shown on the tire placard and to have a speed symbol and load index matching those

shown on the tire placard. Using tires of a non-specified size detracts from con- trollability, ride comfort, braking performance, speed- ometer accuracy and odometer accuracy. It also cre- ates incorrect body-to-tire clearances and inappropri- ately changes the vehicle’s ground clearance. All four tires must be the same in terms of manufactur- er, brand (tread pattern), construction, and size. You are advised to replace the tires with new ones that are identical to those fitted as standard equipment. For safe vehicle operation, SUBARU recommends re- placing all four tires at the same time.

(cid:121) All four tires must be the same in terms of manufacturer, brand (tread pattern), construc- tion, degree of wear, speed symbol, load index and size. Mixing tires of different types, sizes or degrees of wear can result in damage to the ve- hicle’s power train. Use of different types or siz- es of tires can also dangerously reduce control- lability and braking performance and can lead to an accident. (cid:121) Use only radial tires. Do not use radial tires together with belted bias tires and/or bias-ply

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tires. Doing so can dangerously reduce control- lability, resulting in an accident.

(cid:132) Wheel replacement When replacing wheels due, for example, to damage, make sure the replacement wheels match the specifi- cations of the wheels that are fitted as standard equip- ment. Replacement wheels are available from SUBARU dealers.

Use only those wheels that are specified for your vehicle. Wheels not meeting specifica- tions could interfere with brake caliper opera- tion and may cause the tires to rub against the wheel well housing during turns. The resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an acci- dent.

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(cid:132) Wheel covers (cid:84) Removing the wheel cover

(cid:84) Installing the wheel cover

Insert the wheel nut wrench into the notch provided, and pry the wheel cover off.

UB9032BA

UGA013BA

Align the valve with the valve hole in the cover, then fit the cover on the wheel by tapping your hand evenly around the circumference of the cover. NOTE When any of the wheels is removed and replaced for tire rotation or to change a flat tire, always check the tightness of the wheel nuts after driving approximately 600 miles (1,000 km). If any nut is loose, tighten it to the specified torque.

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Aluminum wheels (if equipped) Aluminum wheels can be scratched and damaged easily. Handle them carefully to maintain their appear- ance, performance, and safety. (cid:121) When any of the wheels is removed and replaced for tire rotation or to change a flat, always check the tightness of the wheel nuts after driving approximatly 600 miles (1,000 km). If any nut is loose, tighten it to the specified torque. (cid:121) Never apply oil to the threaded parts, wheel nuts, or tapered surface of the wheel. (cid:121) Never let the wheel rub against sharp protrusions or curbs. (cid:121) Be sure to fit tire chains on uniformly and completely around the tire, otherwise the chains may scratch the wheel. (cid:121) When wheel nuts, balance weights, or the center cap is replaced, be sure to replace them with genuine SUBARU parts designed for aluminum wheels.

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Windshield washer fluid

Never use engine coolant as washer fluid be- cause it could cause paint damage.

UBB004IA

Check the level of the washer fluid at each fuel stop. If the level is low, fill the fluid up to the neck of the reser- voir. Use windshield washer fluid. If windshield washer fluid is unavailable use clean water. In areas where water freezes in winter, use an anti- – CONTINUED – 11-51

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freeze type windshield washer fluid. SUBARU Wind- shield Washer Fluid contains 58.5% methyl alcohol and 41.5% surfactant, by volume. Its freezing temper- ature varies according to how much it is diluted, as in- dicated below.

Washer Fluid Concentration

Freezing Temperature

30% 50% 100%

10.4°F (–12°C) –4°F (–20°C) –49°F (–45°C)

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Replacement of wiper blades Grease, wax, insects, or other materials on the wind- shield or the wiper blade results in jerky wiper opera- tion and streaking on the glass. If you cannot remove the streaks after operating the windshield washer or if the wiper operation is jerky, clean the outer surface of the windshield (or rear window) and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild-abrasive cleaner. After cleaning, rinse the wind- shield and wiper blades with clean water. The wind- shield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse the windshield with water.

Do not clean the wiper blades with gasoline or a solvent, such as paint thinner or benzene. This will cause deterioration of the wiper blades.

If you cannot eliminate the streaking even after follow- ing this method, replace the wiper blades using the fol- lowing procedures:

(cid:132) Replacement wiper blade assembly 1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield.

(cid:132) Replacement wiper blade rubber (cid:84) Windshield wiper blade rubber

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HSB058CB

1) Stopper 2. Remove the wiper blade assembly by holding its pivot area and pushing it in the direction shown by the arrow while depressing the wiper blade stopper. 3. Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm. Make sure that it locks in place. 4. Lower the wiper arm.

HSB059BB

1) Metal support 1. Grasp the locked end of the blade rubber assembly and pull it firmly until the stoppers on the rubber are free of the metal support.

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HSB060BB

HSB061BA

1) Metal spines 2. If the new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines, remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and install them in the new blade rubber.

3. Align the claws of the metal support with the grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber as- sembly into the metal support until it locks.

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(cid:84) Rear window wiper blade rubber

HSB062BB

1) Stopper 4. Be sure to position the claws at the end of the metal support between the stoppers on the rubber as shown. If the rubber is not retained properly, the wiper blade may scratch the windshield.

USB585BB

1) Plastic support 1. Pull out the end of the blade rubber assembly to un- lock it from the plastic support.

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USB586BA

USB583BB

2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of the plastic support.

1) Metal spines 3. If the new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines, remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and install them in the new blade rubber.

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4. Align the claws of the plastic support with the grooves in the blade rubber assembly, then slide the blade rubber assembly into place.

Securely lock the end of the plastic support as shown in the illustration. If the rubber is not retained properly, the wiper may scratch the rear window glass.

USB586CA

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Battery

(cid:121) Before beginning work on or near any bat- tery, be sure to extinguish all cigarettes, match- es, and lighters. Never expose a battery to an open flame or electric sparks. Batteries give off a gas which is highly flammable and explosive. (cid:121) For safety, in case an explosion does occur, wear eye protection or shield your eyes when working near any battery. Never lean over a bat- tery. (cid:121) Do not let battery fluid contact eyes, skin, fabrics, or paint because battery fluid is a cor- rosive acid. If battery fluid gets on your skin or in your eyes, immediately flush the area with water thoroughly. Seek medical help immedi- ately if acid has entered the eyes. If battery fluid is accidentally swallowed, imme- diately drink a large amount of milk or water, and seek medical attention immediately. (cid:121) To lessen the risk of sparks, remove rings, metal watchbands, and other metal jewelry. Never allow metal tools to contact the positive battery terminal and anything connected to it WHILE you are at the same time in contact with

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any other metallic portion of the vehicle be- cause a short circuit will result. (cid:121) Keep everyone including children away from the battery. (cid:121) Charge the battery in a well-ventilated area. (cid:121) Battery posts terminals and related accesso- ries contain lead and lead compounds, chemi- cals known to the State of California to case cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands af- ter handling.

Never use more than 10 amperes when charg- ing the battery because it will shorten battery life.

It is unnecessary to periodically check the battery fluid level or periodically refill with distilled water.

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Fuses

Never replace a fuse with one having a higher rating or with material other than a fuse be- cause serious damage or a fire could result.

The other one is housed in the engine compartment.

HSB065BA

UBB008DA

The fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment. The fuses are located in two fuse boxes. One is located under the instrument panel behind the coin tray on the driver’s seat side.

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1) Fuse puller 2) Spare fuses The fuse puller and spare fuses are stored in the main fuse box cover in the engine compartment.

HSB067BB

A) Good B) Blown If any lights, accessories or other electrical controls do not operate, inspect the corresponding fuse. If a fuse has blown, replace it. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and turn off all electrical accessories. 2. Remove the cover. (For behind the coin tray: open the coin tray and pull it horizontally to remove it.) 3. Determine which fuse may be blown. The back side of each fuse box cover and the “Fuses and circuits” section in chapter 12 in this manual show the circuit for

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each fuse.

Main fuse

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1) Fuse puller 4. Pull out the fuse with the fuse puller. 5. Inspect the fuse. If it has blown, replace it with a spare fuse of the same rating. 6. If the same fuse blows again, this indicates that its system has a problem. Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs.

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Main fuse box The main fuses are designed to melt during an over- load to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment. Check the main fuses if any elec- trical component fails to operate (except the starter motor) and other fuses are good. A melted main fuse must be replaced. Use only replacements with the same specified rating as the melted main fuse. If a main fuse blows after it is replaced, have the electrical system checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer.

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Installation of accessories Always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing fog lights or any other electrical equipment in your ve- hicle. Such accessories may cause the electronic sys- tem to malfunction if they are incorrectly installed or if they are not suited for the vehicle.

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Replacing bulbs

12

14 10

12

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9 10

11

13

11

67

12

13

12

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10) High mount stop light

11) Rear turn signal light

Sedan Station wagon

Sedan Station wagon

12) Brake/tail light

Sedan Station wagon 13) License plate light

Sedan Station wagon

14) Trunk room light

Wattage

Bulb No.

12V-16W 921
12V-13W 912

12V-21W – 12V-21W 7440

12V-27/8W 3157K 12V-27/8W 1157

12V-5W 168
12V-3.8W or 5W 12V-5W W5W

194 or 168

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Wattage

Bulb No.

1) Headlight

GT models

and OUTBACK

Low beam High beam

Except GT and OUT- BACK models 2) Front turn signal

3) Spot light 4) Dome light 5) Door step light 6) Front turn signal light/park- ing and front side marker light

7) Front fog light

Except OUTBACK OUTBACK

8) Backup light

Sedan Station wagon

9) Luggage area light

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12V-55W H1
12V-60W 9005
(HB3) 9007
(HB5)

12V-65/ 55W 12V-27W 1156NA (Amber)

12V-8W – 12V-8W – 12V-3.4W – 12V-27/8W 1157NA (Amber)

12V-55W H3
12V-51W 9006 (HB4)

12V-27W 3156K 12V-27W 1156
12V-13W 912

(cid:132) Headlight

(cid:84) For GT and OUTBACK models

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Halogen headlight bulbs become very hot while in use. If you touch the bulb surface with bare hands or greasy gloves, finger prints or grease on the bulb surface will develop into hot spots and cause the bulb to break. If there are finger prints or grease on the bulb surface, wipe them away with a soft cloth moistened with alcohol.

NOTE If headlight aiming is required, consult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the head- light aim.

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(cid:86) Low beam light bulbs

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UBB041BB

1) Electrical connector 2) Red cable 3) Black cable 1. Disconnect the electrical connector for the black cable.

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1) Low beam light bulb 2) High beam light bulb Remove the headlight bulb cover, by turning it coun- terclockwise.

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UBB042BA

2. Remove the retainer spring. 3. Replace the bulb, then set the retainer spring se- curely. 4. Reconnect the electrical connector for black cable. 5. Install the headlight bulb cover.

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(cid:86) High beam light bulbs

UBB043BA

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(cid:84) Except GT and OUTBACK models

UBB045BB

1) Electrical connector 2) Push 1. Disconnect the electrical connector while pressing the lock release tab.

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UBB044BB

1) Push 1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb. 2. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Replace the bulb with new one. 4. Reconnect the electrical connector. At this time, use care not to touch the bulb surface. 5. To install the bulb to the headlight assembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks. 6. Install the headlight bulb cover.

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(cid:132) Front turn signal light, parking light

and side marker light

The headlight assembly must be removed before the front turn signal light and parking light bulbs can be re- placed. When the headlight assembly has been re- moved and then reinstalled, it may become necessary to make a headlight aiming adjustment. After a bulb has been replaced, it is recommended that the head- light aiming adjustment be made at a SUBARU dealer.

UBB046BA

2. Remove the bulb holder from the headlight assem- bly by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly. 4. Install the new bulb. 5. Install the bulb holder in the headlight assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks. 6. Remove the electrical connector.

(cid:132) Front fog light (if equipped) It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have your SUBARU dealer replace the bulbs if necessary.

UBB016BA

1. Remove the headlight assembly mounting screws located at the top of and the front of the headlight as- sembly using a phillips screwdriver or an open-end wrench.

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2. Move the headlight assembly forward.

UBB039CB

1) Front turn signal light bulb 2) Front turn signal light bulb/parking and front side

marker light bulb

3. Remove the bulb socket from the headlight assem- bly by turning it counterclockwise.

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UBB020BA

4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pushing it and turning counterclockwise. Install a new bulb in the socket. 5. Set the bulb socket into the headlight assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks. 6. Set the headlight assembly into the vehicle body. Tighten the mounting screws.

(cid:132) Rear combination lights (cid:84) Sedan 1. Open the trunk lid. 2. Open the rear combination light cover.

For covers on the trunk lid:

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UBB034BC

UBF014DA

1) Back-up light bulb 2) Brake/tail light bulb Unlatch the cover by pushing the knob and open the cover.

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For covers on the trunk wall:

UBB035BB

1) Brake/tail light bulb 2) Rear turn signal light bulb Unlatch the cover by moving the knob upward and open the cover. 3. Remove the bulb socket from the light assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Remove the bulb from the socket. Rear turn signal light: Remove the bulb from the socket by pushing it and turning it counterclockwise. Others: Pull the bulb out of the socket. 5. Install a new bulb in the socket. 6. Set the bulb socket into the rear combination light

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assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks. 7. Close the cover and latch the clock. (cid:84) Station wagon (cid:86) Brake/tail and rear turn signal light bulbs It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. It is recom- mended that you have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer.

UBB021BB

1) Service holes 1. Remove the light bulb replacement service hole covers at two places by prying the edge of the cover with a regular screwdriver.

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UBB022BB

UBB070BB

1) Nuts 2. Remove the upper and lower nuts. Then, slide the rear combination lamp assembly to the rear and re- move it from the vehicle. 3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the upper and lower screws that secure the side cover of the rear combination light assembly.

1) Rear turn signal light bulb 2) Brake/tail light bulb 4. Remove the bulb socket from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise.

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Turn signal light bulb

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UBB048BA

UBB025BA

Brake/tail light bulb 5. Remove the bulb from the socket. Turn signal light: Pull the bulb out of the socket. Brake/tail light: Remove the bulb from the socket by pushing it and turning it counterclockwise. 6. Install a new bulb in the socket. 7. Set the bulb holder into the rear combination light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks. 8. Using a Phillips screwdriver, install the side cover to the rear combination light assembly. 9. Fit the rear combination light assembly into the ve- hicle body and tighten the nuts from the interior of the vehicle.

10.Reinstall the light bulb replacement service hole covers. (cid:86) Back-up and brake/tail light bulbs

UBB026BC

1) Back-up light bulb 2) Brake/tail light bulb 1. Unlatch the rear finisher light cover by moving the knob upward. Open the cover up. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the rear finisher light assembly by turning it counterclockwise.

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UBB025BA

3. Remove the bulb from the socket by pushing it and turning counterclockwise. Install a new bulb in the socket. 4. Set the bulb holder into the rear finisher light as- sembly and turn it clockwise until it locks. 5. Close the cover and latch the lock.

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(cid:132) License plate light

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1. Remove the mounting screws using a phillips screwdriver. 2. Remove the cover and lens. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens and cover. 5. Tighten the mounting screws.

(cid:132) Map light, dome light, luggage com-

partment light and door step light

UBF013EA

UBB027BA

Map light (without moonroof model)

UBB029BA

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Map light (with moonroof model)

Dome light

UBB068BA

HSB088BA

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UBB067BB

UBS037AA

Luggage compartment light 1) Bulb

Door step light 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of the lens with a regular screwdriver. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb. 3. Reinstall the lens.

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(cid:132) Trunk light

(cid:132) High mount stop light (cid:84) Sedan

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UBF014FA

1. Remove the cover by squeezing its sides and pull- ing it. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb. 3. Reinstall the cover.

OM-U2350

1. Remove the high mount stop light cover by prying on the edge with a screwdriver. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb. 3. Reinstall the cover.

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(cid:84) Station wagon

UBB028BA

1. Remove the mounting screw covers by prying on the edge with a screwdriver. 2. Remove the mounting screws using a phillips screwdriver and then remove the high mount stop light cover. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the cover. 5. Tighten the mounting screws then reinstall the cov- ers. NOTE Other bulbs may be difficult to replace. Have your SUBARU dealer replace these bulbs if necessary.

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Specifications

Dimensions ....................................................... Engine ................................................................ Electrical system .............................................. Capacities .......................................................... Tires ................................................................... Wheel alignment ...............................................

Specifications ................................................ 12-2
12-2
12-3
12-3
12-4
12-5
12-5
Fuses and circuits ........................................ 12-6
12-6
12-9
Bulb chart ...................................................... 12-12
Vehicle identification .................................... 12-13

Fuse panel located behind the coin tray ........ Fuse panel located in the engine compartment ..................................................

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SpecificationsSpecifications These specifications are subject to change without notice.

(cid:132) Dimensions

Item

Legacy

OUTBACK

Sedan

Wagon

Sedan

Wagon

2.5-liter

2.5-liter

3.0-liter

2.5-liter

3.0-liter

in (mm)

184.4 (4,685 ) 187.4 (4,760) 68.7 (1,745) 68.7 (1,745) 55.7 (1,415) 56.6 (1,435), 59.6 (1,525)* 104.3 (2,650) 104.3 (2,650) 57.5 (1,460) 57.5 (1,460) 57.5 (1,460) 57.3 (1,455)

6.1 (155)

6.3 (160)

184.4 (4,685) 68.7 (1,745) 58.3 (1,480)

104.3 (2,650) 57.9 (1,470) 57.7 (1,465)

7.3 (185)

187.4 (4,760) 68.7 (1,745) 62.2 (1,580)

104.3 (2,650) 57.9 (1,470) 57.7 (1,465)

7.3 (185)

7.9 (200)

Overall length Overall width Overall height

Wheel base Tread

Front Rear

Ground clearance

*: With roof rail

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(cid:132) Engine Engine model

Engine type

Displacement cc (cu-in) Bore × Stroke in (mm)

Compression ratio Firing order (cid:132) Electrical system Battery type and capacity

Alternator

Spark plugs

*: CALIFORNIA spec models

Specifications

EJ251, EJ259

(2.5 liter)

EZ30D (3.0 liter)

Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cyl-

inder, 4 stroke gasoline engine

Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 6 cyl-

inder, 4 stroke gasoline engine

2,457 (150) 3.92 x 3.11
(99.5 x 79.0)

10.0 : 1

1 – 3 – 2 – 4

MT AT

2.5 liter

3.0 liter 2.5 liter 3.0 liter 2.5 liter

3.0 liter

3,000 (183.0) 3.51 x 3.15
(89.2 x 80.0)

10.7 : 1

1 – 6 – 3 – 2 – 5 – 4

55D23L 75D23L 75D23L 12V-90A 12V-100A

RC10YC4 (Champion)

BKR6E-11 (NGK) BKR5E-11 (NGK) FR5AP-11 (NGK)* PLFR6A-11 (NGK)

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2.5 liter 3.0 liter

L-S (AT), L (AT) Others

2.5 liter

3.0 liter

MT AT

16.9 US gal (64 liters, 14.1 Imp gal)

4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt) 5.6 US qt (5.3 liters, 4.6 Imp qt) 3.7 US qt (3.5 liters, 3.1 Imp qt) 9.8 US qt (9.3 liters, 8.2 Imp qt) 1.3 US qt (1.2 liters, 1.1 Imp qt) 0.9 US qt (0.9 liter, 0.8 Imp qt) 0.8 US qt (0.8 liter, 0.7 Imp qt) 0.7 US qt (0.7 liter, 0.6 Imp qt) 7.2 US qt (6.8 liters, 6.0 Imp qt) 7.1 US qt (6.7 liters, 5.9 Imp qt) 8.4 US qt (7.9 liters, 7.0 Imp qt)

Specifications

(cid:132) Capacities Fuel tank Engine oil

Transmission oil (MT) Transmission fluid (AT) AT differential gear oil Rear differential gear oil

Power steering gear fluid Engine coolant

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(cid:132) Tires Tire size Wheel size Pressure

Temporary spare tire

Front Rear Rear at trailer towing Size Pressure

(cid:132) Wheel alignment

Item

Front Rear Front Rear

Toe

Camber

Specifications

P205/55R16 89H

P225/60R16 97H

16 x 61/2JJ

30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kg/cm2) 29 psi (200 kPa, 2.0 kg/cm2) 32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kg/cm2)

P205/60R15 90H

15 x 6JJ

32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kg/cm2) 30 psi (210 kPa, 2.1 kg/cm2)

–

T135/70R16

T145/80R16

60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kg/cm2)

Legacy

OUTBACK

Sedan

Wagon

Sedan

Wagon

0 in (0 mm) 0 in (0 mm)

–0°05’

–0°30’

–0°20’

0°20’ –0°10’

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Specifications

Fuses and circuits (cid:132) Fuse panel located behind the coin

tray

(cid:84) 2.5 liter models

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

10

11

12

20

21

12-6

HBC001DB

Fuse panel

Fuse rating

Circuit

10

11

15A

15A

15A

20A

10A

15A

15A

30A

15A

15A

15A

(cid:121) Heater fan

(cid:121) Heater fan

(cid:121) Power door lock (cid:121) Keyless entry

(cid:121) Mirror heater (cid:121) Cigarette lighter (cid:121) Remote controlled rear

view mirrors

(cid:121) Tail light (cid:121) Parking light

(cid:121) SRS airbag

(cid:121) Front fog light

(cid:121) ABS solenoid

(cid:121) Radio (cid:121) Clock

(cid:121) Trailer

(cid:121) Engine ignition system (cid:121) SRS airbag

Fuse panel

Fuse rating

Circuit

(cid:84) 3.0 liter models

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

10A

15A

10A

30A

20A

15A

15A

20A

20A

15A

(cid:121) Illumination brightness

control

(cid:121) Fuel pump

(cid:121) Rear window wiper and

washer

(cid:121) Windshield wiper and

washer

(cid:121) Brake light

(cid:121) Air conditioner

(cid:121) Backup light (cid:121) Cruise control (cid:121) ABS control

(cid:121) Wiper deicer

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

10

11

12

20

21

(cid:121) Accessory power sock-

et

(cid:121) Seat heater

Specifications

UBC001CB

(cid:121) Ignition coil and ignitor

(CALIFORNIA spec vehicle only)

Fuse panel

Fuse rating

Circuit

15A

(cid:121) Heater fan

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Specifications

Fuse panel

Fuse rating

Circuit

Fuse panel

Fuse rating

Circuit

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

15A

10A

30A

20A

15A

15A

20A

20A

20A

15A

15A

20A

10A

15A

15A

30A

15A

15A

15A

10A

(cid:121) Heater fan

(cid:121) Power door lock (cid:121) Keyless entry

(cid:121) Cigarette lighter (cid:121) Remote controlled rear

view mirrors (cid:121) Mirror heater

(cid:121) Tail light (cid:121) Parking light

(cid:121) SRS airbag

(cid:121) Front fog light

(cid:121) ABS (VDC) solenoid

(cid:121) Radio (cid:121) Clock

(cid:121) Trailer

(cid:121) Engine ignition system (cid:121) SRS airbag

(cid:121) Illumination brightness

control

10

11

12

12-8

(cid:121) Fuel pump

(cid:121) Rear window wiper and

washer

(cid:121) Windshield wiper and

washer

(cid:121) Brake light

(cid:121) Air conditioner

(cid:121) Backup light (cid:121) Cruise control (cid:121) ABS (VDC) control

(cid:121) Wiper deicer

(cid:121) McIntosh audio amp (if

equipped)

(cid:121) Accessory power sock-

et

(cid:121) Seat heater

(cid:132) Fuse panel located in the engine com-

partment

(cid:84) 2.5 liter models

10
11
12

A) FWD socket (without SPORTSHIFT mode) B) Main fuse

UBC003BB

Specifications

Fuse panel

Fuse rating

Circuit

10

11

20A

20A

30A

20A

15A

15A

10A

10A

15A

15A

20A

(cid:121) Radiator cooling fan

(Main)

(cid:121) Radiator cooling fan

(Sub)

(cid:121) ABS motor

(cid:121) Rear window defogger

(cid:121) Hazard warning flasher (cid:121) Horn

(cid:121) Meter (cid:121) SRS airbag system

warning light

(cid:121) Automatic transmis-

sion control unit

(cid:121) ABS UNIT

(cid:121) Alternator

(cid:121) Headlight (right side)

(cid:121) Headlight (left side)

(cid:121) Lighting switch

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Specifications

Fuse panel

Fuse rating

Circuit

12

15A

(cid:121) Clock (cid:121) Interior light

(cid:84) 3.0 liter models

10
11
12
13

A) FWD socket (without VDC model) B) Main fuse

UBC004BC

12-10

Fuse panel

Fuse rating

Circuit

Fuse panel

Fuse rating

Circuit

Specifications

10

30A

30A

30A 50A

30A

20A

15A

15A

10A

10A

15A

11

12

13

15A

20A

15A

(cid:121) Headlight (left side)

(cid:121) Lighting switch

(cid:121) Clock (cid:121) Interior light

(cid:121) Radiator cooling fan

(Main)

(cid:121) Radiator cooling fan

(Sub)

(cid:121) ABS motor (cid:121) VDC motor

(cid:121) McIntosh audio amp (if

equipped)

(cid:121) Rear window defogger

(cid:121) Hazard warning flasher (cid:121) Horn

(cid:121) Meter (cid:121) SRS airbag system

warning light

(cid:121) Automatic transmis-

sion control unit

(cid:121) ABS UNIT

(cid:121) Alternator

(cid:121) Headlight (right side)

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Specifications

Bulb chart

Description Headlight

GT and OUTBACK

Low beam High beam

Except GT and OUT- BACK

Front turn signal

Spot light Dome light Door step light Parking and front side marker light Front fog light

Except OUTBACK OUTBACK

Backup light

Sedan Station wagon Luggage area light High mount stop light

Sedan

12-12

Description

Station wagon

Rear turn signal light

Sedan Station wagon

Brake/tail light

Sedan Station wagon Licence plate light

Sedan Station wagon

Trunk room light

Wattage 12V-13W

12V-21W 12V-21W

Bulb No. 912

– R2172 7440

12V-27/8W 3157K 12V-27/8W 1157

12V-5W 12V-3.8W or 5W 12V-5W

168
194 or 168

W5W

Wattage

Bulb No.

H1
12V-55W 12V-60W 9005 (HB3) 12V-65/55W 9007 (HB5)

12V-27W

1156NA (Amber) 12V-8W – 12V-8W – 12V-3.4W – 12V-27/8W 1157NA (Amber)

12V-55W 12V-51W

12V-27W 12V-27W 12V-13W

H3
9006 (HB4)

3156K 1156
–

12V-16W

921

Vehicle identification

Specifications

1) Emission control label 2) Vehicle identification number 3) Radio noise label (Canada mod-

4) Tire inflation pressure label 5) Certification and bar code label 6) Vehicle identification number

el)

plate

7) Model number plate

UBC009BB

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Consumer information and Reporting safety defects

Tire information ............................................. 13-2
13-2
Tire labeling ....................................................... 13-5
Recommended tire inflation pressure ............ 13-7
Glossary of tire terminology ............................ Tire care – maintenance and safety 13-8
practices ......................................................... 13-9
Vehicle load limit – how to determine ............. Determining compatibility of tire and vehicle load capacities ............................................... 13-13
Adverse safety consequences of overloading on handling and stopping and on tires ........ 13-14
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit ..... 13-14
Uniform tire quality grading standards ....... 13-15
Treadwear .......................................................... 13-15
Traction AA, A, B, C .......................................... 13-15
Temperature A, B, C ......................................... 13-16
Reporting safety defects (USA) ................... 13-17

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Consumer information and Reporting safety defects

Consumer information and Reporting safety defects

For U.S.A. The following information has been compiled accord- ing to Code of Federal Regulations “Title 49, Part 575”.

vide more dimensional information about the tire size. Example:

Tire information (cid:132) Tire labeling Many markings (e.g. Tire size, Tire Identification Number or TIN) are placed on the sidewall of a tire by tire manufacturers. These marking can provide you with useful information on the tire. (cid:84) Tire size Your vehicle comes equipped with P-Metric tire size. It is important to understand the sizing sys- tem in selecting the proper tire for your vehicles. Here is a brief review of the tire sizing system with a breakdown of its individual elements. (cid:86) P Metric With the P-Metric system, Section Width is mea- sured in millimeters. To convert millimeters into inches, divide by 25.4. The Aspect Ratio (Sec- tion Height divided by Section Width) helps pro-

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(4)

(3)

(2)

P 225 / 60 R 16
(1) (5) (1) P = Certain tire type used on light duty vehi- cles such as passenger cars (2) Section Width in millimeters (3) Aspect Ratio (= section height ÷ section width). (4) R = Radial Construction (5) Rim diameter in inches (cid:86) Load and Speed Rating Descriptions The load and speed rating descriptions will ap- pear following the size designation. They provide two important facts about the tire. First, the number designation is its load index. Second, the letter designation indicates the tire’s speed rating.

Example:

P 225 / 60 R 16 97 H (7)

Size designation

(6)

(6) Load Index: A numerical code which specifies the maximum load a tire can carry at the speed indicated by its speed symbol, at maximum infla- tion pressure. For example, “97” means 1,609 lbs (730 kg), “90” means 1,323 lbs (600 kg), “89” means 1,278 lbs (580 kg)

Load indices apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a load rated tire on any car does not mean the car can be loaded up to the tire’s rated load.

(7) Speed Rating: An alphabetical system de- scribing a tire’s capability to travel at established and predetermined speeds. For example, “H” means 130 mph (210 km/h)

Consumer information and Reporting safety defects

(cid:121) Speed ratings apply only to the tire, not to the vehicle. Putting a speed rated tire on any car does not mean the car can be op- erated at the tire’s rated speed. (cid:121) The speed rating is void if the tires are worn out, damaged, repaired, retreaded, or