All AWD models except OUTBACK
Your AWD model is neither a conventional off-road vehicle nor an all terrain vehicle. It is a passenger vehicle designed primarily for on-road use. The AWD feature gives it some limited off-road capabilities in situations in which driving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and otherwise similar to on-road driving conditions. Operating it under other than those conditions could subject the vehicle to excessive stress which might result in damage not eligible for repair under warranty. If you do take your SUBARU off-road, you should review the common sense precautions in the next section (applicable to the OUTBACK) for general guidance. But please keep in mind that your vehicle’s off-road capabilities are more limited than those of the OUTBACK.
Never attempt to drive through pools and puddles, or roads flooded with water.
Water entering the engine air intake or the exhaust pipe or water splashing onto electrical parts may damage your vehicle and may cause it to stall.
See also:
Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment
• Always stop the engine and set the parking brake firmly to prevent the vehicle from moving.
• Always let the engine cool down.
Engine parts become very hot when the engine is running and remai ...
Type A audio set (if equipped)
Type A audio set (if equipped)
The audio set will operate only when the
ignition switch is in the “Acc” or “ON”
position.
- Power and audio controls: refer to page
- Radio operation: refer t ...
Outback
The use of a genuine SUBARU trailer hitch is recommended. A genuine SUBARU hitch
is available from your SUBARU dealer.
If use of a non-genuine hitch is unavoidable, be sure the hitch is suited to
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