Power steering
The power steering system operates only when the engine is running.
If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system fails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort.

Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or right for more than 5 seconds. This may damage the power steering pump.
NOTE
Right after the engine has been started and before it has warmed up, you may hear a noise coming from areas adjacent to the power steering pump which is located at the right-front area of the engine compartment. This noise is normal. It does not indicate power steering system trouble.
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Outback
Unlock the seatback by pulling the release lever and then fold the seatback down.
To return the seatback to its original position, raise the seatback until it locks
into place and make sure that ...
While going down a hill
When you are descending a hill or any
other slope while braking with the
“SPORT” mode selected, the transmission
may downshift to 3rd or 2nd gear depending
on how hard you depress the brake
...
When connecting iPod®
Each time you briefly press the “RPT”
button, the mode changes in the following
sequence.
Type C audio:
Type D audio:
NOTE
- The “ALL RPT” indication refers to
the repeat playback of ...
