Subaru Outback User manual

●173-hp 2.5-liter 4-cylinder SUBARU
BOXER®engine
●Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
●6-speed manual transmission or optional
Lineartronic®CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission)
●16-inch steel wheels with covers
●Roof rails with retractable and adjustable
cross bars
●Cloth upholstery
●Silver metallic interior trim
●6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat. 4-way
manually adjustable front-passenger’s seat.
●4-speaker single-CD audio system with Bluetooth®
connectivity and USB port/iPod®control
●173-hp 2.5-liter 4-cylinder SUBARU
BOXER®engine
●Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
●6-speed manual transmission or optional
Lineartronic®CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission)
●Roof rails with retractable and adjustable
cross bars
●Cloth upholstery
●Silver metallic interior trim
s17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
sFog lights
sLeather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel
s10-way power adjustable driver’s seat. 4-way
manually adjustable front-passenger’s seat.
s6-speaker single-CD audio system with
Bluetooth®connectivity and USB port/
iPod®control
●173-hp 2.5-liter 4-cylinder SUBARU
BOXER®engine
●Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
●Lineartronic®CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission)
●17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
●Fog lights
●Roof rails with retractable and adjustable
cross bars
●Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel
sLeather-trimmed upholstery
sWoodgrain-patterned accent interior trim
s10-way power adjustable driver’s seat. 4-way
power adjustable front-passenger’s seat.
sDual-zone automatic climate control system
with center console rear vents
s440-watt Harman Kardon single-CD audio
system with 4.3-inch LCD display, SiriusXM™
Satellite Radio, Bluetooth®connectivity and
USB port/iPod®control
sElectroluminescent gauges with LCD
color display
sAll-Weather Package
●256-hp 3.6-liter 6-cylinder SUBARU
BOXER®engine
●Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
●5-speed automatic transmission
●17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
●Roof rails with retractable and adjustable
cross bars
●Fog lights
●Cloth upholstery
●Silver metallic interior trim
●6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat. 4-way
manually adjustable front-passenger’s seat.
●4-speaker single-CD audio system with Bluetooth®
connectivity and USB port/iPod®control
●256-hp 3.6-liter 6-cylinder SUBARU
BOXER®engine
●Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
●5-speed automatic transmission
●17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
●Roof rails with retractable and adjustable
cross bars
●Fog lights
sLeather-trimmed upholstery
sWoodgrain-patterned accent interior trim
sLeather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel
s10-way power adjustable driver’s seat. 4-way
power adjustable front-passenger’s seat.
3.6R Limited (continued)
sDual-zone automatic climate control system
with center console rear vents
s440-watt Harman Kardon single-CD audio
system with 4.3-inch LCD display, SiriusXM™
Satellite Radio, Bluetooth®connectivity and
USB port/iPod®control
sElectroluminescent gauges with LCD color display
sAll-Weather Package
3.6R 3.6R Limited
2.5i 2.5i Premium 2.5i Limited
s Additions or differences from preceding trim level at left.
s Additions or differences from preceding trim level at left.
OUTBACK®Trim Levels OUTBACK®Specifications
ENGINE a n d DRIVETRAIN 2.5i 3.6R
Engine 2.5-liter DOHC aluminum-alloy 16-valve horizontally
opposed 4-cylinder SUBARU BOXER®engine with Active
Valve Control System.
3.6-liter DOHC aluminum-alloy 24-valve 6-cylinder horizontally
opposed SUBARU BOXER
®
engine with Dual Active Valve
Control System.
Power 173 hp @ 5,600 rpm 256 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque 174 lb-ft @ 4 ,10 0 rpm 247 lb-ft @ 4,400 rpm
Manual transmission Fully synchronized 6-speed manual
2.5i and 2.5i Premium: Standard
2.5i Limited: Not available
Not available
Automatic transmission
Lineartronic®CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)
with 6-speed manual mode and paddle shifters.
2.5i
and 2.5i Premium: Optional
2.5i Limited: Standard
Standard 5-speed automatic with manual mode, paddle
shifters and downshift rev-matching control.
CA Emissions LEV2/PZEV1LEV2/ULEV2
TRACTION a n d STA BILIT Y
Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive Standard Standard
Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC)VDC electronic stability control utilizes sensors which constantly monitor wheel speeds, steering angle, brake pressure, vehicle
yaw rate and lateral g-forces. If VDC detects a difference between the driver’s intended path and the one the vehicle is actually
taking, VDC applies braking power and/or reduces engine torque to help correct vehicle path.
Traction Control System (TCS)VDC also incorporates an all-wheel, all-speed traction control system which senses a loss of traction and applies braking force
to the slipping wheel or wheels as necessary to maintain vehicle motion.
FUEL
Fuel economy
(city/highway/combined)2
Manual: 21/28/24 mpg CVT: 24/3 0/26 mpg 18/25/20 mpg
Fuel requirement Unleaded gasoline (87 octane) Unleaded gasoline (87 octane)
Fuel capacity 18.5 gallons 18.5 gallons
CHASSIS
Steering Power-assisted rack-and-pinion. Turning circle: 36.8 feet
Suspension 4-wheel independent raised. Front: MacPherson strut type. Rear: Double-wishbone. Front and rear stabilizer bars.
Brakes 4-wheel disc (2.5i models: ventilated front. 3.6R models: ventilated front and rear).
4-channel, 4-sensor ABS with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD).
Brake discs (front/rear) 11.6 inches/11. 3 inches 12.4 inches/11.4 inches
Brake Assist When emergency braking is detected by how quickly the brake pedal is pressed, maximum brake pressure is immediately applied.
Brake Override System If both brake and accelerator pedals are pressed simultaneously, the system reduces the operation of the accelerator pedal to
help prevent unintentional vehicle acceleration.
WHEELS a n d TIRES
Wheels 2.5i: 16 x 6.5-inch steel with covers
2.5i Premium and 2.5i Limited:
17 x 7. 0 -inch, 6-spoke aluminum-alloy
17 x 7. 0 -inch, 6-spoke aluminum-alloy
Tires 2.5i: 215/ 70 R16 99S all-season
2.5i Premium and 2.5i Limited:
225/60 R17 98T all-season
225 / 6 0 R17 98T all-season
EXTERIOR a n d INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Length/Width/Height 189.0 inches/71.7 inches/66.1 inches (with roof rails and cross bars in position)
Wheelbase 10 7.9 inches
Track (front/rear) 61.0 inches/61.0 inches
Headroom (front/rear) 40.8 inches/39.3 inches (with available moonroof: 38.7 inches/39.3 inches)
Legroom (front/rear) 43.0 inches/37. 8 inches
Shoulder room (front/rear) 56.3 inches/56 .1 inches
Passenger volume 105.4 cubic feet (with available moonroof: 102.4 cubic feet)
Cargo volume 34.3 cubic feet
Maximum cargo volume 71.3 cubic feet with rear seatback lowered
Base curb weight
(manual/automatic)
2.5i:3,423 lbs/3,459 lbs
2.5i Premium: 3,427 lbs/3,503 lbs
2.5i Limited:n/a/3,538 lbs
3.6R:n/a/3,613 lbs
3.6R Limited:n/a/3,647 lbs
Ground clearance
(at base curb weight)
8.7 inches 8.7 inches
Maximum towing capacity 2,700 lbs 3,000 lbs
New Car Limited Warranty 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Powertrain Limited Warranty 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Wear Item Limited Warranty 3 years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. Repairs to the following items will also be covered under
  WearItemLimitedWarranty:• BrakePads • WiperBlades • ClutchLinings • TransmitterBatteries
Rust Perforation Limited Warranty 5 years, unlimited mileage.
Warranties
Protecting Your Investment
Once you’re part of our family, we’ll be there for you. Every Subaru comes with 24-hour roadside assistance for 3 years or 36,000 miles. If you have trouble on the road,
a tow to the nearest Subaru dealership and other services are just a phone call away. And to protect you over the long haul, we offer Added Security®—extended service
agreements and maintenance plans that will help protect your car for up to 7 years or 100,000 miles. Added Security®offers the only mechanical and maintenance plans
backed by Subaru, and because we’ve been backing them for more than 30 years, they’re agreements you can trust. Your dealer has full coverage details.

OUTBACK®Equipment
2.5i
2.5i
Premium
2.5i
Limited
3.6R
3.6R
Limited
EXTERIOR
Projector-beam low-beam (with Auto-on) and multireflector high-beam headlights  • • • • •
Black-finish headlight inner bezels3
- - -
Fog lights  • • • •
Front grille with gray-finish slats3
- - -
Front underguard  • •
Body-color folding side mirrors  - • • • •
Gray-finish folding side mirrors with integrated turn signals3
- - -
Gray-finish door handles with driver’s door unlock/lock touch sensor3
- - -
Windshield wiper de-icer and heated side mirrors (All-Weather Package) -  • - •
Roof rails with retractable and adjustable cross bars (9.8" adjustable spread. 150 lbs maximum capacity.)  • • • • •
SEAT ING a n d TRIM
6-way manually adjustable driver’s seat. 4-way manually adjustable front-passenger’s seat.  • - - • -
10-way power adjustable driver’s seat with power adjustable lumbar support.  - • - - -
4-way manually adjustable front-passenger’s seat.
10-way power adjustable driver’s seat with power adjustable lumbar support.  - - • - •
4-way power adjustable front-passenger’s seat.
2-position driver’s seat memory3
- - -
Heated front seats (All-Weather Package) - • - •
Reclining rear seats • • • • •
65/35-split flat-folding rear seatback • • • • •
Cloth upholstery • • - • -
Leather-trimmed upholstery - - • - •
Leather-wrapped shifter handle - • • - •
Silver metallic trim on doors and console • • - • -
Woodgrain-patterned accent trim on doors and console - - • - •
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Keyless Access & Start3
- - -
Rear-Vision Camera4
- -
Electronic parking brake with Hill-Holder®function
• • • • •
Auto-on/off headlights • • • • •
Driver’s auto up/down power window - • • • •
Electronic cruise control • • • • •
3-spoke steering wheel with audio system and cruise control and Bluetooth®buttons • - - • -
Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with audio system, Bluetooth®, - • • - •
cruise control or (if equipped) EyeSight™system adaptive cruise control buttons
Manually adjustable tilt/telescoping steering column • • • • •
Automatic transmission or Lineartronic® CVT transmission paddle shifters  • • •
8 cup holders • • • • •
Overhead console with dual maplights • • • • •
Retractable/removable cargo-area cover - • • • •
2 cargo-area grocery bag hooks and 4 cargo tiedown hooks • • • • •
Cargo-area underfloor storage • • • • •
Removable cargo-area tray • • • • •
AUDIO a n d COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
4-speaker single-CD audio system with USB port/iPod® control, Bluetooth®hands-free phone and  • - - • -
audio streaming connectivity, and 3.5-mm auxiliary jack
6-speaker single-CD audio system with USB port/iPod®control, Bluetooth®hands-free phone
- • ---
and audio streaming connectivity, and 3.5-mm auxiliary jack
440-watt 9-speaker single-CD Harman Kardon premium audio system with 4.3-inch LCD display, amplifier, subwoofer, - • - •
HD Radio™
, USB port/iPod® control, SiriusXM™Satellite Radio5, Bluetooth®audio streaming and hands-free
phone connectivity, and 3.5-mm auxiliary jack
INSTRUMENTATION
Analog speedometer, tachometer, “eco” fuel economy and fuel level gauges
• • - • -
Analog speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature and fuel level gauges. LCD color display -- • - •
with “eco” fuel economy gauge and (if equipped) EyeSight™sytem functions.
Digital trip computer displaying fuel economy, digital clock and ambient temperature • • • • •
CLIMATE CONTROL
Manually adjustable CFC-free air-conditioning system with rotary controls for temperature, • • - • -
4-speed fan and airflow direction
Dual-zone automatic digital climate control system with controls for temperature, -- • - •
6-speed fan, airflow direction, dual-zone lockout, CFC-free air conditioning and center console rear vents
SECURITY
Keyless entry system with answer-back electronic chirp  • • • • •
Antitheft security system with engine immobilizer  • • • • •
SAFETY
ACTIVE
Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD)  • • • • •
SUBARU BOXER®engine  • • • • •
4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)  • • • • •
Brake Assist • • • • •
Brake Override System6
• • • • •
Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC)  • • • • •
Traction Control System (TCS)  • • • • •
EyeSight™Driver-Assist System7- - -
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)  • • • • •
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)  • • • • •
PASSIVE
Dual-stage deployment driver and front-passenger front airbags (SRS)8  • • • • •
Subaru advanced frontal airbag system (SRS)8  • • • • •
Side-curtain airbags protecting front and rear outboard occupants (SRS)8  • • • • •
Seat-mounted front side-impact airbags (SRS)8  • • • • •
Height-adjustable front seat head restraints   • • • • •
Three individual rear seat head restraints   • • • • •
Height-adjustable 3-point front seatbelts with pretensioners and force limiters.   • • • • •
3-point rear seatbelts at all seating positions.
Rear child-safety door locks  • • • • •
LATCH system: Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children  • • • • •
Rollover sensor  • • • • •
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Lineartronic®CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission)  • - -
EyeSight™Driver-Assist System7: Pre-Collision Braking System, Pre-Collision Throttle Management, - - 9,10 - 9,10
Lane Departure and Sway Warning, Adaptive Cruise Control
440-watt 9-speaker single-CD Harman Kardon premium audio system with amplifier, subwoofer, 4.3-inch LCD display, - 9,11 •- •
HD Radio™, USB port iPod®control, SiriusXM™Satellite Radio5, Bluetooth®audio streaming and hands-free phone
connectivity, and 3.5-mm auxiliary jack
Navigation System Package: Voice-activated 7-inch high-resolution touch-screen GPS navigation - -
9- 9
system and single-CD player, NavTraffic®5, Rear-Vision Camera, and auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink®
Power Moonroof Package: Power tilt/sliding-glass moonroof (96% UV light reducing), auto-dimming rearview - 11 -
mirror with HomeLink®and integrated Rear-Vision Camera
All-Weather Package: Windshield wiper de-icer, heated side mirrors and heated front seats - •- •
Special Appearance Package: Gray machine-finish 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, front grille - - -
with Gray-finish slats, Black-finish headlight inner bezels, Gray-finish folding side mirrors with
integrated turn signals, Gray-finish door handles with driver’s door unlock/lock touch sensor,
Black rear bumper cover, Saddle Brown Leather-trimmed upholstery, 2-position driver’s seat
memory, Matte-finish woodgrain-patterned accent trim, carpeted floor mats with Outback logo
and Keyless Access & Start
•Standard Optional -Not equipped Available dealer-installed accessory
2.5i
2.5i
Premium
2.5i
Limited
3.6R
3.6R
Limited
1 2013 Subaru Impreza and XV Crosstrek 2.0L, and Forester, Outback, Legacy 2.5L non-turbo models achieving a Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) rating by the California Air Resources Board are available in all
50 states. Only those registered in California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island and Vermont will be eligible for the 15 years/150,000 mile emission warranty. Oregon,
Pennsylvania and Washington vehicles are not covered under PZEV emissions control warranty. See your warranty maintenance booklet for additional information. 2 2013 EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage
may vary. 3 Available only wth Special Appearance Package. See optional equipment listing above. Brilliant Brown Pearl color is limited production. See your dealer. 4 Available only with Navigation System and Power
Moonroof Packages. See optional equipment listing above. 5 SiriusXM™ Satellite Radio hardware standard as part of Harman Kardon audio system. NavTraffic®part of Navigation System Package. Activation and required
monthly subscription sold separately. Includes 4-month trial subscription. See your dealer. 6 If both brake and accelerator pedals are pressed simultaneously, the system reduces the operation of the accelerator pedal to
help prevent unintentional vehicle acceleration. 7 EyeSight not available with Crystal Black Silica exterior color or Special Appearance Package. EyeSight is a driver-assist system which may not operate optimally under all
driving conditions. The driver is always responsible for safe and attentive driving. System effectiveness depends on many factors such as vehicle maintenance, weather and road conditions. The Pre-Collision Braking System
is designed to provide automatic braking that either prevents a collision or reduces the severity of a frontal impact. The Pre-Collision Throttle Management System is designed to reduce acceleration and minimize the severity
of certain frontal impact. Adaptive Cruise Control is designed to assist the driver and is not a substitute for safe and attentive driving. The Lane Departure and Sway Warning operates only when the lane markings are visible
and its effectiveness depends on many factors. See Owner’s Manual for complete details on system operation and limitations. 8 The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) (airbags) affords the driver and the front and rear
outboard passengers additional protection in moderate to severe frontal and side-impact collisions. This system provides supplemental protection only, and seatbelts must be worn in order to avoid injuries to out-of-position
occupants upon airbag deployment and to provide the best combined protection in a serious accident. Children should always be properly restrained in the rear seat. 9 Requires optional Power Moonroof Package.
10 Requires optional Navigation System Package. 11 Requires optional All-Weather Package.
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OUTBACK®Genuine Subaru Accessories
Make your Outback truly yours.
All-weather Floor Mats
Custom-fitted, heavy-gauge protective mats.
Help protect vehicle’s carpet from sand, dirt
and moisture.
Not intended for use on top of carpeted floor mats.
Rear Seat Entertainment System
Rear Seat Entertainment System includes two 7"
LCD monitors and two DVD players integrated into
the replacement front seat headrests. This dual
screen system allows rear passengers the option
of viewing movies, listening to music or playing
games either simultaneously or independently.
Individual DVD players may be controlled with
control buttons on each front panel or with the
included remote control.
The system includes wireless headphones*,
is iPod®** and MP3 compatible, and includes
an A/V jack for connecting external inputs.
*Headphones are for rear passenger use only. **iPod accessory
is not included.
Trailer Hitch
Heavy-duty rated at up to 3,000 lbs towing
capacity and 200 lbs tongue weight.
Hitch ball not included. Trailer brakes may be needed.
2.5i: 2,700 lbs; 3.6R: 3,000 lbs
Remote Engine Starter
Allows vehicle to start by pushing a button
from the convenience of home or the office (up
to 400 feet away depending on obstructions)
so that the vehicle’s interior temperature is more
comfortable upon entry. Remote confirms when
vehicle engine has been started.
A/T Only—Excludes Keyless Access and Start System. May not
be installed in conjunction with accessory Mobile Internet.
Auto-dimming Mirror with
Compass and HomeLink®
Mirror darkens when headlights are detected
from behind the vehicle. Includes a compass and
three integrated HomeLink®buttons that are
programmable for most garage-door openers and
other HomeLink®-compatible devices.
Body Side Moldings
Attractive color-matched moldings coordinate
with the styling of the vehicle, while helping to
protect doors from unsightly dings.
Rear Seatback Protectors
Provide additional protection to the rear seat-
backs when lowering the seats to transport
larger cargo. Use in conjunction with the Rear
Cargo Tray.
Puddle Lights
LED lights activate when vehicle doors are
unlocked using the keyless entry. A soft glow
illuminates the ground, aiding entry and exit
of the vehicle.
Kayak Carrier
Cradles and securely transports most kayak hull
shapes. Includes straps with padded buckles.
Side Window Deflectors
Let the fresh air in while helping to keep the
weather out. Deflector design includes integrated
chrome insert to match window frame trim.
Side Window Deflectors may not be legal in all states.
Please check the laws of your state.
Splash Guards
Help protect the vehicle’s paint finish from
stones and road grime.
Dog Guard/Compartment Separator
Separates pets and cargo from the
passenger area.
Not for use with child seats requiring tether straps.
Ivory Striated Cloth (ISC)
Black Striated Cloth (BSC)
Cypress Green Pearl
Ice Silver Metallic
Satin White Pearl
Twilight Blue Metallic
Venetian Red Pearl
OUTBACK®Colors
Paint Upholstery
Saddle Brown Leather (SBL)3
Graphite Gray Metallic
Deep Indigo Pearl
Brilliant Brown Pearl3
Crystal Black Silica7
Caramel Bronze Pearl Off-Black Leather (OBL)
Warm Ivory Leather (WIL)
Color Combinations
Satin White Pearl ISC WIL SBL
Ice Silver Metallic BSC OBL -
Twilight Blue Metallic BSC or ISC OBL or WIL -
Cypress Green Pearl ISC WIL -
Venetian Red Pearl BSC or ISC OBL or WIL -
Caramel Bronze Pearl ISC WIL -
Deep Indigo Pearl ISC WIL -
Graphite Gray Metallic BSC OBL -
Brilliant Brown Pearl3- - SBL
Crystal Black Silica7ISC WIL SBL
2.5i LIMITED
3.6R LIMITED
2.5i LIMITED
3.6R LIMITED
SPECIAL
APPEARANCE
PACK AGE
2.5i– 2.5i PREMIUM
3.6R
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