When checking or servicing in the engine compartment (2.5 L non-turbo models)

CAUTION
Do not contact the belt cover while checking the components in the engine compartment. Doing so may cause your hand to slip off the belt cover and result in an unexpected injury.
See also:
Tail/Back-up light (Outback)
1. Apply a flat-head screwdriver to the light cover as shown in the illustration,
and pry the light cover off from the rear gate trim.
1) Back-up light
2) Tail light
2. Turn the bulb socket c ...
Clutch pedal (MT models)
Check the clutch pedal free play and
reserve distance according to the maintenance
schedule in the “Warranty and
Maintenance Booklet”. ...
Heating and defrosting
To direct warm air toward the floor and the windshield:
1. Set the air inlet selection button to the OFF position.
2. Press the “” button.
3. Set the temperature control dial to the most comfortabl ...
