Precautions against vehicle modification
Always consult your SUBARU dealer if you want to install any accessory parts to your vehicle.
Do not perform any of the following modifications. Such modifications can interfere with proper operation of the seatbelt pretensioners.
• Attachment of any equipment (bush bar, winches, snow plow, skid plate, etc.) other than genuine SUBARU accessory parts to the front end.
• Modification of the suspension system or front end structure.
• Installation of a tire of different size and construction from the tires specified on the vehicle placard attached to the driver’s door pillar or specified for individual vehicle models in this Owner’s Manual.
See also:
Alarm system
The alarm system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft. The
horn sounds and the turn signal lights flash if someone attempts to break into your
vehicle.
The system can be armed a ...
Tire chains
Tire chains cannot be used on your
vehicle because of the lack of
clearance between the tires and
vehicle body.
NOTE
When tire chains cannot be used, use
of another type of traction dev ...
Wheels and tyres
The standard wheel and tyre combination on the Subaru Outback is a 17-inch
alloy wheel with 225/60 R17 tyre.
STRUCTURE AND SAFETY
As well as 'new-look' styling, larger dimensions and new suspens ...