Subaru Outback (BR): System servicing
WARNING
● When discarding a seatbelt retractor assembly or scrapping the entire vehicle damaged by a collision, consult your SUBARU dealer.
● Tampering with or disconnecting the system’s wiring could result in accidental activation of the seatbelt pretensioner and/or airbag or could make the system inoperative, which may result in serious injury. Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the seatbelt pretensioner and airbag systems. For required servicing of the seatbelt pretensioner, consult your nearest SUBARU dealer.
CAUTION
The front sub sensors are located in both front fenders and the airbag control module including the impact sensors is located under the center console. If you need service or repair in those areas or near the front seatbelt retractors, have the work performed by your authorized SUBARU dealer.
NOTE
If the front part of the vehicle is damaged in an accident to the extent that the seatbelt pretensioner does not operate, contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible.
READ NEXT:
Child restraint systems
Infants and small children should always be placed in an infant or child restraint
system in the rear seat while riding in the vehicle.
You should use an infant or child restraint system that mee
Where to place a child restraint system
The following descriptions are SUBARU’s recommendations on where to place a child
restraint system in your vehicle.
A: Front passenger’s seat
You should not install a child restraint system
SEE MORE:
Rear Differential Mount Bushing
A: INSPECTION
Check the rear differential mount bushing for
cracks, hardening or damage. If cracking, hardening
or damage is excessive, replace rear differential
mount bushing.
B: REPLACEMENT
CAUTION:
If there was so much rust in the rear differential
mount bushing, remove the rust before
starti
Trailer hitches
WARNING
Never drill the frame or under-body of your vehicle to install a commercial trailer hitch. If you do, dangerous exhaust gas, water or mud may enter the passenger compartment through the drilled hole. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas which is dangerous, o
