Air conditioner compressor shut-off when engine is heavily loaded
To improve acceleration and gas mileage, the air conditioner compressor is designed to temporarily shut off during air conditioner operation whenever the accelerator is fully depressed such as during rapid acceleration or when driving on a steep upgrade.
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Rear window wiper and washer switch (Outback)
: Washer (accompanied by wiper operation)
ON: Continuous INT: Intermittent OFF: Off
: Washer (accompanied by wiper operation)
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Outback 2.5 XT Limited
In terms of regular old driving, my Outback XT test car's drivetrain offers
spirited acceleration, though there's a lag from a standing start — even if you
floor it. By playing with the SI-Drive f ...
Rear seatbelts (except rear center seatbelt on 5-door models)
1. Sit well back in the seat.
2. Pick up the tongue plate and pull the belt out slowly. Do not let it get twisted. If the belt stops before reaching the buckle, return the belt slightly and pull it o ...