Get In case of emergency Guide for Subaru Outback SUV Second Generation (2000-2004)

In case of emergency

If you park your vehicle in an emergency 9-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Temporary spare tire 9-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Flat tires 9-4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Jump starting 9-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Engine overheating 9-15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Towing 9-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Moonroof — if the moonroof cannot be closed 9-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance tools 9-25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Jack and jack handle 9-26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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If you park your vehicle in an emergency

HB8002BA

The hazard warning flasher should be used in day or night to warn other

drivers when you have to park your vehicle under emergency conditions.

Avoid stopping on the road. It is best to safely pull off the road if a prob-

lem occurs.

The hazard warning flasher can be activated regardless of the ignition

switch position.

Turn on the hazard warning by pushing the hazard warning flasher

switch. Turn it off by pushing the switch again.

NOTE

When the hazard warning flasher is on, the turn signals do not work.

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Temporary spare tire

WARNING

Never tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is used. The

temporary spare tire is not designed to sustain the towing load.

Use of the temporary spare tire when towing can result in failure

of the spare tire and/or less stability of the vehicle and may lead

to an accident.

CAUTION

Never use any temporary spare tire other than the original. Using

other sizes may result in severe mechanical damage to the drive

train of your vehicle.

The temporary spare tire is smaller and lighter than a conventional tire

and is designed for emergency use only. Remove the temporary spare

tire and re-install the conventional tire as soon as possible because the

spare tire is designed only for temporary use.

Check the inflation pressure of the temporary spare tire periodically to

keep the tire ready for use. The correct pressure is 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2

kg/cm

When using the temporary spare tire, note the following:

D Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

D Do not put a tire chain on the temporary spare tire. Because of the

smaller tire size, a tire chain will not fit properly.

D Do not use two or more temporary spare tires at the same time.

D Do not drive over obstacles. This tire has a smaller diameter, so

road clearance is reduced.

D When the wear indicator appears on the tread, replace the tire.

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HB8003BBHG0106

Indicator

location

mark

Tread wear

indicator bar

NOTE

[Automatic transmission vehicle not equipped with VDC (Vehicle Dy-

namics Control) and not equipped with SPORTSHIFT] Before driving

your vehicle with the temporary spare tire, put a spare fuse inside

the FWD connector located in the engine compartment and confirm

that the Front-wheel drive warning light comes on. The all wheel

drive capability of the vehicle has now been deactivated. After re-

installing the conventional tire, remove the spare fuse from the FWD

connector in order to reactivate all wheel drive.

Flat tires

WARNING

D Do not jack up the vehicle on an incline or a loose road sur-

face. The jack can come out of the jacking point or sink into the

ground and this can result in a severe accident.

D Use only the jack provided with your vehicle. The jack sup-

plied with the vehicle is designed only for changing a tire. Never

get under the vehicle while supporting the vehicle with this jack.

D Always turn the engine off before raising the flat tire off the

ground using the jack. Never swing or push the vehicle sup-

ported with the jack. The jack can come out of the jacking point

due to a jolt and this can result in a severe accident.

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D Do not use oil or grease on the wheel studs or nuts when the

spare tire is installed. This could cause the nuts to become loose

and lead to an accident.

D Never place a tire or tire changing tools in the passenger

compartment after changing wheels. In a sudden stop or colli-

sions, loose equipment could strike occupants and cause injury.

Store the tire and all tools in the proper place.

If you have a flat tire while driving, never brake suddenly; keep driving

straight ahead while gradually reducing speed. Then slowly pull off the

road to a safe place.

1. Park on a hard, level surface, whenever possible, then stop the en-

gine.

2. Set the parking brake securely and shift a manual transmission ve-

hicle in reverse or an automatic transmission vehicle in the “P” (Park)

position.

3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher and have everyone get out of the

vehicle.

4. Put wheel blocks at the front and rear of the tire diagonally opposite

the flat tire.

HGS038BA

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5. Take out the spare tire, jack, and wheel nut wrench.

HB6008BCHB9003BB

HS0252

Temporary spare tire

HBF015CB

Jack handle

Jack

Spare tire

HB8004BD

The spare tire is stored under the floor of the trunk or cargo area.

To remove the spare tire, proceed as follows:

Sedan: Remove the floor cover from the trunk. Remove the storage tray.

Turn the attaching bolt counterclockwise, then take the spare tire out.

Station wagon: Open the lid and hang the hook provided on the under-

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side of the lid on the rear edge of the roof to keep the lid open.

Remove the storage tray. Turn the attaching bolt counterclockwise, then

take spare tire out.

If the spare tire provided in your vehicle is a temporary spare tire, care-

fully read the section “Temporary spare tire” in this chapter and strictly

follow the instructions.

HB7008CD

HB9001BB

The jack is stored on the left side of the trunk or cargo area.

To take out the jack:

Remove the cover, turn the jackscrew counterclockwise to loosen it, then

remove the jack.

HB9041BAHB9040BA

If the jackscrew is too tight to be loosened by hand, loosen it using a

screwdriver or the jack handle.

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The jack handle is stored under the spare tire cover.

NOTE

Make sure the jack is well lubricated before using it.

6. (If your vehicle has wheel covers) Insert the wheel nut wrench into the

notch provided in the wheel cover, and pry it off.

OM-H0376

HB9032BA

7. Loosen the wheel nuts using the wheel nut wrench but do not remove

the nuts.

8. Place the jack under the side sill at the front or rear jack-up point clos-

est to the flat tire.

HB9012BB

OM-H2262

Turn the jackscrew by hand until the jack head engages firmly into the

jack-up point.

If your vehicle is equipped with side sill skirts, jack-up points are pointed

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to by arrow marks on the underside of the side sill skirt. Place the jack

under the front or rear jack-up point closest to flat tire.

HS9023BA

9. Insert the jack handle into the jackscrew, and turn the handle until the

tire clears the ground. Do not raise the vehicle higher than necessary.

OM-H2263

10. Remove the wheel nuts and the flat tire.

11. Before putting the spare tire on, clean the mounting surface of the

wheel and hub with a cloth.

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12. Put on the spare tire. Replace the wheel nuts. Tighten them by hand.

13. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to lower the vehicle.

14. Use the wheel nut wrench to securely tighten the wheel nuts to the

specified torque, following the tightening order in the illustration.

OM-H0377

The torque for tightening the nuts is 58 to 72 ft-lb (78 to 98 N-m, 8 to 10

kg-m). This torque is equivalent to applying about 88 to 110 lbs (40 to 50

kg) at the top of the wheel nut wrench. Never use your foot on the wheel

nut wrench or a pipe extension on the wrench because you may exceed

the specified torque. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest

automotive service facility.

15. Store the flat tire in the spare tire compartment.

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HS0153

Flat tire

Attaching bolt

Spacer

When storing a conventional tire, put the spacer upside down and tight-

en the attaching bolt firmly.

Also store the jack and wheel nut wrench in their storage locations.

HB9041CAHB9040CA

After placing the jack in its storage location, turn the jackscrew clock-

wise by hand until it becomes too hard to turn. Then, tighten it by an

additional 1/4 – 1/3 of a turn using a screwdriver or the jack handle. Un-

less the jack is properly secured, it may rattle while the vehicle is mov-

ing.

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Jump starting

WARNING

D Battery fluid is SULFURIC ACID. Do not let it come in contact

with the eyes, skin, clothing or the vehicle.

If battery fluid gets on you, thoroughly flush the exposed area

with water immediately. Get medical help if the fluid has entered

your eyes.

If battery fluid is accidentally swallowed, immediately drink a

large amount of milk or water, and obtain immediate medical

help.

Keep everyone including children away from the battery.

D The gas generated by a battery explodes if a flame or spark is

brought near it. Do not smoke or light a match while jump start-

ing.

D Never attempt jump starting if the discharged battery is frozen.

It could cause the battery to burst or explode.

D Whenever working on or around a battery, always wear suit-

able eye protectors, and remove metal objects such as rings,

bands or other metal jewelry.

D Be sure the jumper cables and clamps on them do not have

loose or missing insulation.

Do not jump start unless cables in suitable condition are avail-

able.

D A running engine can be dangerous. Keep your fingers, hands,

clothing, hair and tools away from the cooling fan, belts and any

other moving engine parts. Removing rings, watches and ties is

advisable.

When your vehicle does not start due to a run down (discharged) bat-

tery, the vehicle may be jump started by connecting your battery to

another battery (called the booster battery) with jumper cables.

Jump starting is dangerous if it done incorrectly. If you are unsure about

the proper procedure for jump starting, consult a competent mechanic.

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B How to jump start

1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 volts and the negative terminal

is grounded.

2. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, do not let the two ve-

hicles touch.

3. Turn off all unnecessary lights and accessories.

4. Connect the jumper cables exactly in the sequence illustrated.

HB8007BC

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HB9031BB

1 Connect one jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal on the

discharged battery.

2 Connect the other end of the jumper cable to the positive (+)

terminal of the booster battery.

3 Connect one end of the other cable to the negative (–) terminal

of the booster battery.

4 Connect the other end of the cable.

2.5 liter models: To the engine lifting bracket.

3.0 liter models: To the strut mounting nut.

Make sure that the cables are not near any moving parts and that

the cable clamps are not in contact with any other metal.

5. Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and run it at

moderate speed. Then start the engine of the vehicle that has the dis-

charged battery.

6. When finished, carefully disconnect the cables in exactly the re-

verse order.

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Engine overheating

WARNING

Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has

been shut off and has fully cooled down. When the engine is hot,

the coolant is under pressure. Removing the cap while the engine

is still hot could release a spray of boiling hot coolant, which

could burn you very seriously.

If the engine overheats, safely pull off the road and stop the vehicle in a

safe place.

B If steam is coming from the engine compartment

Turn the engine off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it

cools down.

B If no steam is coming from the engine compartment

1. Keep the engine running at idling speed.

2. Open the hood to ventilate the engine compartment.

Confirm that the cooling fan is turning. If the fan is not turning, im-

mediately turn the engine off and contact your authorized dealer for

repair.

3. After the engine coolant temperature has dropped, turn off the en-

gine.

If the temperature gauge stays at the overheated zone, turn the en-

gine off.

4. After the engine has fully cooled down, check the coolant level in

the reserve tank.

If the coolant level is below the “MIN” mark, add coolant up to the

“MAX” mark.

5. If there is no coolant in the reserve tank, add coolant to the reserve

tank. Then remove the radiator cap and fill the radiator with coolant.

If you remove the radiator cap from a hot radiator, first wrap a thick

cloth around the radiator cap, then turn the cap counterclockwise

slowly without pressing down until it stops. Release the pressure from

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the radiator. After the pressure has been fully released, remove the

cap by pressing down and turning it.

Towing

WARNING

Never tow AWD vehicles (both AT and MT) with the front wheels

raised off the ground while the rear wheels are on the ground, or

with the rear wheels raised off the ground while the front wheels

are on the ground. This will cause the vehicle to spin away due to

the operation or deterioration of the center differential.

HG9013BA

If towing is necessary, it is best done by your SUBARU dealer or a com-

mercial towing service. Observe the following procedures for safety.

B Towing and tie-down hooks

CAUTION

D Use only specified towing hooks and tie-down hooks. Never

use suspension parts or other body parts for towing or tie-down

purposes.

D Never use the tie-down hook closest to the muffler under the

vehicle for towing purposes.

D Do not apply excessive lateral load to the towing hooks.

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HB8012BB

HB9051BBHB9048BB

Towing and

tie-down hook

HB8013BB

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HB9010BB

The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (e.g., to free

a stuck vehicle from mud, sand or snow).

The front towing hook is located on the inside of the towing hook cov-

er below the right-hand headlight.

n Towing hook cover removal procedure

For except OUTBACK models:

HB9049BA

To use the towing hook, insert the top end of the flat tip screwdriver in

a slot on the upper part of the cover, and remove the cover while pry-

ing it off.

Remove the towing hook cover by pulling it toward the side of the ve-

hicle and toward you.

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For OUTBACK models:

HB9042BAHB9045BB

1. Squeeze the sides of portion A and pull the towing hook cover to-

ward you.

HB9043BAHB9021CB

2. Press portion B and simultaneously pull the towing hook cover to-

ward you.

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HB9044AA

3. Turn the towing hook cover clockwise, pivoting it about the side

that is next to the fog lamp. Pull out the towing hook cover to remove

it.

n Towing hook cover installation procedure

For except OUTBACK models:

HB9052BA

Align the towing hook cover with its original installation position and

press all parts of it into place.

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For OUTBACK models:

HB9044CB

1. IInsert the projection C into the hole D.

HB9030CB

2. Push at the portion E.

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B Using a flat-bed truck

HB8008AA

This is the best way to transport your vehicle. Use the following proce-

dures to ensure safe transportation.

1. Shift the selector lever into the “P” position for automatic transmis-

sion vehicles or “1st” for manual transmission vehicles.

2. Pull up the parking brake lever firmly.

3. Secure the vehicle onto the carrier properly with safety chains.

Each safety chain should be equally tightened and care must be tak-

en not to pull the chains so tightly that the suspension bottoms out.

B Towing with all wheels on the ground

WARNING

D Never turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position while the

vehicle is being towed because the steering wheel and the direc-

tion of the wheels will be locked.

D Remember that the brake booster and power steering do not

function when the engine is not running. Because the engine is

turned off, it will take greater effort to operate the brake pedal and

steering wheel.

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CAUTION

D If transmission failure occurs, transport your vehicle on a flat-

bed truck.

D Do not run the engine while being towed in this method. Trans-

mission damage could result if the vehicle is towed with the

engine running.

D For vehicles with automatic transmission, the traveling speed

must be limited to less than 20 mph (30 km/h) and the traveling

distance to less than 31 miles (50 km). For greater speeds and

distances, transport your vehicle on a flat-bed truck.

HB8010AA

1. Check the transmission and differential oil levels and add oil to

bring it to the upper level if necessary.

2. Release the parking brake and put the transmission in neutral.

3. The ignition switch should be in the “ACC” position while the ve-

hicle is being towed.

4. Take up slack in the towline slowly to prevent damage to the ve-

hicle.

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Moonroof — if the moonroof cannot be closed

If the moonroof cannot be closed with the moonroof switch, you can

close the moonroof manually.

B Sedan

1. Take out the hex-headed wrench from the glove box and screw-

driver from the tool bag.

HB9007BB

HB9006BA

2. Remove the map light lens by prying the edge of the lens with a

regular screwdriver, then remove the switch body retaining screws

and take off the moonroof switch.

HB9008BA

3. Insert the wrench in the end of the motor shaft.

D To lower the moonroof, turn the wrench clockwise.

D To close the moonroof, turn the wrench counterclockwise.

Have your vehicle checked by an authorized SUBARU dealer.

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B Station wagon

1. Take out the hex-headed wrench from the glove box and screw-

driver from the tool bag.

HB9034BBHB9033BA

2. Remove the plug on the roof trim by inserting the end of the regular

screwdriver between the roof and plug and prying it off.

3. Insert the wrench in the end of the motor shaft.

To close the moonroof, turn the wrench clockwise.

Have your vehicle checked or repaired by an authorized SUBARU

dealer.

Maintenance tools

HB9011AA

Your vehicle is equipped with the following maintenance tools:

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Screwdriver

Wheel nut wrench

Hex-headed wrench (for vehicles with moonroof)

J Jack and jack handle

HB9001BAHBF015CB

Jack handle

Jack

Spare tire

HB7008CA

HB8004BD

The jack is stored on the left side of the trunk or cargo area.

To take out the jack, turn the jackscrew counterclockwise to loosen it,

then remove the jack.

The jack handle is stored under the spare tire cover.

For how to use the jack, refer to “Flat tires”.

In case of emergency for Your Subaru Outback SUV Second Generation (2000-2004)

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