Synthetic oil
You should use synthetic engine oil that meets the same requirements given for conventional engine oil. When using synthetic oil, you must use oil of the same classification, viscosity and grade shown in this Owner’s Manual. Refer to “Engine oil”. Also, you must follow the oil and filter changing intervals shown in the Warranty and Maintenance booklet.
NOTE
Synthetic oil of the grade and viscosity
noted in chapter 12 is the required
engine oil for optimum engine performance.
Conventional oil may be used if synthetic oil is unavailable.
See also:
DUAL mode
DUAL mode
It is possible to make separate temperature
settings for the driver’s side and
passenger’s side (DUAL mode).
To activate the DUAL mode:
Press the “DUAL” button. When the DUAL
mode ...
Reliability, Safety & Features
The prior Outback had above-average reliability, but the new one hasn't been
on the market long enough to gauge. In crash tests by the Insurance Institute
for Highway Safety, the Outback received ...
Activating and deactivating the alarm system
To change the setting of your vehicle’s alarm system for activation or deactivation,
do the following.
1. Disarm the alarm system. Refer to “Disarming the system” F2-18.
2. Sit in the driver’s sea ...