General information

Noise from under the vehicle

NOTE
You may hear a noise from under the vehicle approximately 5 hours after the engine is turned off. However, this does not indicate a malfunction. This noise is caused by the operation of the fuel evaporation leakage checking system and the operation is normal. The noise will stop after approximately 15 minutes.

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    If you have accidentally triggered the alarm system
    To stop the alarm Do any of the following operations: • Press any button on the remote transmitter. • Turn the ignition switch to the “ON” position. NOTE Only registered keys will stop the alarm. ...

    Trailer hitch (Outback — if equipped)
    WARNING ● Never exceed the maximum weight specified for the trailer hitch. Exceeding the maximum weight could cause an accident resulting in serious personal injuries. Permissible trailer w ...

    Maintenance precautions
    When maintenance and service are required, it is recommended that all work be done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. If you perform maintenance and service by yourself, you should familiarize yoursel ...