Subaru Outback (BR): Recommended grade and viscosity
Subaru Outback (BR) 2010-2015 Owners Manual / Maintenance and service / Engine oil / Recommended grade and viscosity
CAUTION
Use only engine oil with the recommended grade and viscosity.
NOTE
Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects fuel economy. Oils of lower viscosity provide better fuel economy. However, in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is required to properly lubricate the engine.
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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 s
Cooling system
WARNING
Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and
has cooled down completely. Since the coolant is under pressure, you may suffer
serious burns from a spray
Cooling fan, hose and connections
Your vehicle employs an electric cooling fan which is thermostatically controlled
to operate when the engine coolant reaches a specific temperature.
If the radiator cooling fan does not operate eve
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Check the fluid level monthly.
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 surface and set the parking brake.
3. First shift the select lever in each position. Then shift it in the
Instrument panel
1) Door locks (page 2-4)
2) Electronic parking brake switch (page 7-34)
3) Hill Holder switch (page 7-36)
4) Trunk lid opener switch (page 2-24)
5) Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF switch (page 7-31)
6) Remote control mirror switch (page 3-51)
7) Illumination brightness control (page 3-30)
8) L
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