Adverse safety consequences of under-inflation
Driving at high speeds with excessively low tire pressures can cause the tires to flex severely and to rapidly become hot. A sharp increase in temperature could cause tread separation, and failure of the tire(s). Possible resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident.
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Effect vehicle modifications made for persons with disabilities may have on
SUBARU advanced frontal airbag system operation (U.S. only)
Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, seat belts, front bumper, front
side frame, instrument panel, combination meter, steering wheel, steering column,
tire, suspension or floor panel c ...
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if equipped)
The tire pressure monitoring system provides the driver with the warning message
indicated by sending a signal from a sensor that is installed in each wheel when
tire pressure is severely low.
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Checking the fluid level when the fluid is hot
1. Drive the vehicle several miles to raise
the temperature of the transmission fluid
up to normal operating temperature; 158
to 1768F (70 to 808C) is normal.
2. Park the vehicle on a level sur ...
