Subaru 2012 Outback Quick Reference Manual
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Page 1: Quick Reference Guide
2012 Outback Quick Reference Guide 939416_12a_Subaru_Outback_QRG_082211b.indd 2 8/22/11 4:32 PM... - Page 2 Alcantara, XM and Sirius are registered trademarks. All rights reserved. Contents may not be reprinted or electronically reproduced in whole or in part without prior written approval of Subaru of America, Inc. © 2011 Subaru of America, Inc. 939416_12a_Subaru_Outback_QRG_082211b.indd 3...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started 2 - 3 Instrument Panel 4 - 5 Gauges 6 - 7 Personalize 8 - 9 Controls 10 - 21 While Operating 22 - 23 Safety/In Case of Emergency 24 - 25 Additional Information 26 - 27 939416_12a_Subaru_Outback_QRG_082211b.indd 5 8/22/11 4:32 PM... -
Page 4: Getting Started
Remote Keyless Entry Lock/Arm and rear gate and activate the security alarm. rear gate are not fully closed, an electronic chirp will sound five times and the hazard lights will flash five times to alert you that the doors or the rear gate are not properly closed. -
Page 5: Heated Seats
Seating 10-Way Power Driver’s Seat Heated Seats (if equipped) (if equipped) Press the switch in the 1. Forward/Backward, Angle and Height corresponding direction for Move the switch toward the front or rear to move the seat forward or backward. Pull the switch up the desired seat temperature. -
Page 6: Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel 939416_12a_Subaru_Outback_QRG_082211b.indd 4 8/22/11 4:32 PM... - Page 7 12-15 16-19 Clock navigation system, please refer to the separate 939416_12a_Subaru_Outback_QRG_082211b.indd 5 8/22/11 4:33 PM...
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Page 8: Gauges
Gauges Immediate Attention Caution Informational Tachometer Trip meter Trip meter A/B selection and trip meter reset knob ECO Gauge Hot coolant temperature / Seatbelt warning Cold coolant temperature Front passenger High beam indicator light seatbelt warning Engine oil level warning SRS airbag system AT OIL TEMP Security indicator light... - Page 9 Multi-function display Speedometer and odometer switching knob Fuel Gauge Vehicle Dynamics Hill Holder Control/Vehicle Dynamics Control operation Turn signals Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF Front fog light indicator light (if equipped) Malfunction indicator Headlight indicator light Tire pressure warning light Front passenger frontal Front passenger frontal airbag OFF Low windshield...
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Page 10: Personalize
Personalize Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column Push the lever down firmly to adjust the height and lengthwise position of the column; firmly push the lever back up to lock the column in place. Do not adjust while driving. Power Exterior Mirrors the right-hand mirror. - Page 11 Power Moonroof (if equipped) With the moonroof in the fully closed position, press the switch to tilt the rear of the moonroof up. Press and hold the switch to lower the moonroof. Press the switch fully open the moonroof. Press the switch to close the moonroof.
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Page 12: Controls
Controls Light Controls AUTO: The vehicle’s lights are automatically on or off depending on the level of the outside light. Push up for right turn signal. Turns on headlights, instrument panel illumination, parking lights, taillights and license plate lights. Turns on fog lights (if equipped). -
Page 13: Windshield Wipers
INT. HIGH Windshield Wipers To turn on the wipers, press the wiper control lever down one level for intermittent, two levels for low, or three levels for the wipers. For a single wipe, move the lever up. To spray washer fluid, pull and hold the lever toward you. To operate the rear wiper, rotate the end of the knob upward to the intermittent, continuous, or wash position. -
Page 14: Manual Climate Control
Controls Manual Climate Control (if equipped) 1. Temperature Control Dial 3. Recirculated / Outside Air Button Rotate the temperature control dial from Press the air inlet selection button to blue for cool, to red for warm. prevent outside air from being drawn into the passenger compartment. - Page 15 5. Rear Window Defogger Button While in defrost mode, the air inlet Press the rear window defogger button selection and A/C will operate to turn on the defogger. The defogger automatically (although the A/C will automatically shut off after about indicator will illuminate if the button 15 minutes.
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Page 16: Automatic Climate Control
Controls Automatic Climate Control Temperature is displayed digitally on the screen. Separate temperature settings (if equipped) can be adjusted for the driver’s side and 1. Automatic On and Off passenger’s side. This system automatically controls Operation in Manual Mode outlet air temperature, fan speed, air 3. - Page 17 4. Fan Speed Control Buttons 7. Air Conditioner Button Press the fan speed control buttons air conditioning. Press it again to turn to select six different fan speed positions. off the air conditioning. 5. Air Flow Mode Selection Button 8. Defroster Button Press the button to select the desired Press the button to defrost or air flow mode.
- Page 18 Controls ® HD Radio with Single Disc CD/MP3/WMA Player (if equipped) Radio Functions 1. Power / Volume Control 5. Seek Press the power / volume control knob for on or off; rotate the knob to control button to pick up the next highest or the volume.
- Page 19 CD Player functions 14. Scan 8. Load Insert a disc into the slot. The CD will automatically be drawn in and to begin previewing the first 10 will begin play at the first track. seconds of each track on the disc. 9.
- Page 20 Controls AM/FM Stereo with Single Disc CD/MP3/WMA Player (if equipped) Radio Functions 1. Power / Volume Control 5. Seek Press the power / volume control knob button to pick up the next highest or for on or off; rotate the knob to control lowest frequency.
- Page 21 CD Player functions 14. Scan 8. Load Insert a disc into the slot. The CD will automatically be drawn in and previewing the first 10 seconds will begin play at the first track. playback will resume after all 9. Play CD tracks have been scanned.
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Page 22: Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Controls Steering Wheel Audio Controls (if equipped) increase or down to the switch up or down to skip through your reduce volume. presets. In CD mode, push the switch up or down to skip forward or back a track. AM, SAT, CD, AUX, MEDIA. section in your Owner’s Manual Guide. -
Page 23: Cruise Control
Cruise Control canceling, push the switch light on the instrument panel will turn on. To deactivate cruise control, press the the brake pedal or press the your vehicle reaches the desired speed. Push the switch to the a manual transmission, you can push in the clutch pedal. -
Page 24: While Operating
While Operating Electronic Parking Brake To apply, push the brake pedal and press the parking brake switch firmly. The brake system warning light on the instrument panel and the indicator light on the parking brake switch will illuminate. To release, make sure all doors are closed and your seatbelt is fastened, then gently push the accelerator pedal. - Page 25 Paddle Shift Control Switches paddle shift control switch to shift into the next lower gear. When Manual Shifting Operation Is Possible upshift is possible and whether a downshift is possible. 939416_12a_Subaru_Outback_QRG_082211b.indd 23 8/22/11 4:34 PM...
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Page 26: Safety/In Case Of Emergency
Safety / In Case of Emergency Child Restraint System For maximum safety, first carefully read the LATCH system instructions from the device manufacturer, as well as the installation instructions in your Owner’s Manual, to properly install the LATCH compatible restraint system. Use the appropriate seatbelts or anchorages provided in your vehicle. - Page 27 AWD system. A flatbed truck is the only recommended way to properly transport your AWD vehicle. If towing is necessary, it is best done by your Subaru dealer or a commercial towing service. Subaru Roadside Assistance Subaru Roadside Assistance is free and standard on every 2011 Subaru vehicle.
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Page 28: Additional Information
Subaru ownership. Log on to My.Subaru.com to access features such as: automated service history, e-mail maintenance reminders, online Owner’s Manual, warranty information, maintenance schedules and much more... -
Page 29: Engine Oil
Fuel Non-turbo models Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 AKI or higher. Turbocharged and Intercooled models Use only premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 AKI or higher. Fuel Capacity instrument panel, approximately 2.6 U.S. gallons of fuel remain. engine light on the instrument panel may stay on due to a missing or loose fuel filler cap (the cap should be tightened until a click is heard). - Page 30 Notes 939416_12a_Subaru_Outback_QRG_082211b.indd 28 8/22/11 4:34 PM...
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Page 31: Owner Information
DELIVERY DATE OWNER NAME OWNER NAME Owner Resources & Warranty ‰ Present the Subaru Owner’s Manual & Quick Reference Guide (detailed review in “Operation & Controls” section) ‰ Review Subaru Roadside Assistance, Owner Cards & Provide Toll-Free Number 1-800-261-2155 ‰... - Page 32 Operation & Controls Please use & reference the SUBARU OWNER’S MANUAL & QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE OPERATION & CONTROLS ‰ ‰ Review Master & Valet Keys Show Yellow Caps & Explain Checking & Filling of Vehicle Fluids ‰ Show Keyless Entry, Alarm System ‰...
- Page 33 Subaru of America, Inc., Subaru Plaza, P.O. Box 6000, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034-6000 MSA5B1202A Issued July 2011 Printed in USA 09/11 939416_12a_Subaru_Outback_QRG_082211b.indd 1 8/22/11 4:32 PM...
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