Checking the clutch function
Check the clutch engagement and disengagement.
1. With the engine idling, check that there are no abnormal noises when the clutch pedal is depressed, and that shifting into 1st or reverse feels smooth.
2. Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal slowly to check that the engine and transmission smoothly couple without any sign of slippage.
See also:
Checking the fluid level
The automatic transmission fluid expands largely as its temperature rises; the
fluid level differs according to fluid temperature. Therefore, there are two different
scales for checking the level ...
Airflow control dial
Each dial position activates the following
air outlets.
(Ventilation): Instrument panel
outlets
(Bi-level): Instrument panel
outlets and
foot outlets
(Heat): Foot outlets, both sid ...
Unlocking the rear gate (Outback)
Pressing the “” button unlocks the
rear gate.
An electronic chirp will sound twice and the turn signal lights will flash twice. ...