positioning mark is made onto the vehicle.

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Fuel Tank

Measuring Fuel Tank Position

Check that the leading edge of the fuel tank is 14.5 millimeters or less as measured in the picture
above. Reposition the fuel tank if the measurement exceeds the specification. Measurements
exceeding specifications that cannot be adjusted to specifications, indicate damage has occurred
to the tank or the vehicle body.
NOTES:

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Battery Hold Down Bracket
A new battery hold down bracket with captured mounting bolts and positioning guide is installed
on the new Legacy and Outback.

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Battery Hold Down Bracket Bolt and Guide

Guide in Place

The positioning guide temporarily holds the new bracket in place while the bolts are started.
Note:

The mounting bolt capture washer may stay with the battery tray upon removal.
Retain the washer for bolt installation.

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Hold Down Bracket Complete

Battery Tray

The battery hold down positioning guide is installed on the inboard side of the battery (engine side).

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Tool Kit and Spare Tire
The tool kit of the Outback includes a tow hook and a flat tire storage bag with tie down strap.
The storage bag is needed because the spare tire well is not large enough to hold a flat full size
tire (225/60 R18).
Note:

The Legacy tool kit does not include a tow hook.

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Tool Kit

Flat Tire Bag and Tie Down Strap

The Outback spare tire is a T155/80 R 17. A polystyrene spacer prevents the spare tire from creating
any noise or vibration while stored.

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Spare Tire

Spacer

An air bubble filled painted vibration dampening sheet coats the bottom of the spare tire well.

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Coolant Fan Mounting
The coolant fan assembly is attached to the radiator and can be removed with the radiator still
mounted in the vehicle.
Note:

Engine coolant must be drained to allow the coolant overflow bottle and the
upper radiator hose to be removed.

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Radiator and Cooling Fans

Upper Locking Tab

The upper left and right corners of the coolant fan assembly are secured to the radiator with locking
tabs that are disengaged by squeezing the two tabs together.

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Removing Cooling Fans

Lower Docking Slot

The two lower corners are positioned into a docking slot and do not require any unlocking for
removal. Lift the coolant fan assembly away from the radiator after the two upper locking tabs
have been released.

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HVAC
The Legacy and Outback 2.5i models are equipped with Manual Air Conditioning. 2.5i Premium
and Limited Models are equipped with Dual Zone Automatic Climate Control.
2.5i Premium and Limited Models are also equipped with rear seat air conditioning vents and
rear seat heaters.
Note:

The temperature output to the rear seat air conditioning vents is controlled by
the temperature setting for the passenger side front.

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HVAC Controls

Rear A/C Vents and Seat Heater Switches

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Rear Seat Heater Control Unit

The 2 level rear seat heaters are controlled by the Rear Seat Heater Control Unit, which is
located in the left rear of the vehicle.
Note:

The front seat heaters retain their set positions after the ignition has been
turned off. The rear seat heaters default to off.

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Rear Vent Door Actuator Operation
The rear vent door actuator (introduced 2013 MY) controls the temperature of the air delivered to
the rear passengers through the center console rear vents. Set temperature for the rear passengers
is strictly controlled by the front passenger temperature control dial. Airflow mode setting has no
effect on rear vent door actuator position. The rear vent door actuator mixes chilled air from the
evaporator with heated air from the heater core. The SSMIII PID for this is Rr Vent Door Actuator
Position.
If the displayed value is at 75% (lowest temperature setting), the rear vent door is biased to
allow more cold air to flow. As the PID value decreases from 75% to -5% (temperature set point
increased) the amount of cold air mixed decreases and hot air increases. At the lowest value of
-5% (highest temperature setting) the air flow will essentially shut off for both hot and cold. Work
Each System Check
support can be accessed on the SSMIII by selecting All other models
Air Condition System
Work Support
System Operation Check Mode.

(5)

(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)

(6)

(8)

(1)
(2)

(7)

Duct-rear heater LH
Duct-rear heater RH
Duct-extension LH
Duct-extension RH
Duct-console front
Duct-console rear
Center console duct
Grille ASSY-rear heater

(3)

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(4)

HVAC Duct Layout

The actuator can only be replaced by removing the heating and cooling unit and blower motor
housing from the vehicle.

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Rear A/C Vent Actuator

In Compartment HVAC Assembly

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Sun Visors
The Sun Visors are mounted on a sliding rod that allows the position of the Sun Visor to be adjusted
after being moved to the side.

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Sun Visor Collapsed

Sun Visor Expanded

Audio and Navigation
The 2015 Legacy and Outback will be equipped with 3 styles of Audio and Audio/Navigation systems.

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6.2 Inch Display

7 Inch Display

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7 Inch Display With Navigation

The 2.5i models will be equipped with the Clarion Audio Infotainment system with a 6.2 inch display.
2.5i Premium and Limited models will be equipped with the Fujitsu Ten Audio Infotainment system
with a 7.0 inch display. An optional Fujitsu Ten Audio and Navigation Infotainment system with a
7.0 inch display, will be available for the 2.5i Premium and Limited models.
The 7.0 inch display Infotainment systems have voice control capability and can communicate with
the Automatic Climate Control, via UART, allowing the HVAC to be operated with voice commands.
Note:

Refer to the Subaru owner’s manual for a list of voice commands.

The 7.0 inch display Infotainment systems are connected to the high speed Body CAN. This allows
communication between the Fujitsu Ten and the Subaru Select Monitor.
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Diagnostic Trouble Codes are also available to assist with diagnostics. The data displayed provides
more detailed data than the built in Line Check function.
Both the 6.2 inch and 7.0 inch Infotainment systems are equipped with Line Check functions.
6.2 Inch Display
1. (a) Press the button to display the Audio OFF screen.
2.

Touch the screen in order from (b) to (e).

(a)
(b)

(c)

(d)

(e)
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Activating Line Check

Note: To exit the diagnostic mode, turn the ignition switch from ACC OFF to ON.
3.

screen is displayed.
Line Diag
Connectivity Check

MIC
Rr_CAM
USB
AUX
SXM
UART

Vehicle Signal Check

ILL +

OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK

Camera Setting

SPD
PKB
REV

OFF
OFF
ON
OFF

Audio Check

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Line Diagnostic Information

This Line Check function allows the displayed signals to be checked for connection to the
Infotainment system. Activate each device to create the input signal needed to change the detection
status from NG to OK.
The Camera Setting allows adjustment of the displayed guide lines that appear when the vehicle
is in reverse gear range. Audio check rotates the sound from the radio to each speaker. Turn up
the volume to monitor each speaker.

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7.0 Inch Display
1. With the main power OFF, press the button (b) twice while pressing the button (a)
simultaneously.

(b)

(c)

(a)

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Activating Line Check

Note: Pressing the button (c) for 3 seconds or more, or turning the ignition from ACC OFF
to ON position can exit the diagnostic mode.
2.

> screen is displayed.

3.

Check the connection status for each item listed in {Connectivity Check} displayed on
the left of the screen.

This Line Check function allows the displayed signals to be checked for connection to the
Infotainment system. Activate each device to create the input signal needed to change the detection
status from NG to OK.
The Camera Setting allows adjustment of the displayed guide lines that appear when the vehicle
is in reverse gear range. Audio check rotates the sound from the radio to each speaker. Turn up
the volume to monitor each speaker.
Note:

GPS will indicate NG on non-Navigation equipped Infotainment systems.
Line Diag
Connectivity Check

GPS
MIC
Rr_CAM
AUX
USB1
USB2

OK
OK
OK
OK
OK
OK

Camera Setting

Vehicle Signal Check

UART
CAN

OK
OK
OK

ILL +

SPD
PKB
REV
IGN

OFF
OFF
ON
OFF
OFF

Audio Check

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Line Diagnostic Information

Note:

The vehicle signal check does not change to “OFF” after a signal has been
received (ON) and then removed, until the ignition is cycled.

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Rear Window Regulator
The rear window regulator of the Legacy and Outback is described as an “I Arm” window regulator.
This type uses a single roller that moves through a channel that is attached to the window glass.
The height of the window is controlled by the position of the roller in the channel.

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Rear Window Assembly

I Arm And Roller

The regulator is attached to the door with 4 bolts and is easily removed through the opening in
the lower section of the door.

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Regulator Mounting Points

Window Taped In Position

The window glass must be taped to the door to prevent the glass from dropping after the regulator
has been removed.

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Back Side Of Regulator

Trailer Adapter Connector
The trailer adapter connector is taped to the body behind the trim panel on the left rear of the
vehicle, just behind the rear seat.

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Trailer Adapter Connector

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Assist Grip Removal
The Assist Grips are attached to the vehicle with a new style locking clip that allows for faster
removal and installation. Begin removal by compressing (downward) the locking tab of the cap
and then push up slightly on the bottom side of the cap.
Note:

Do not push on the clips after the caps are removed or they will fall into the
area above the headliner. The clip must be retrieved to prevent NVH issues and
possible interference with Curtain Airbag Operation.

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Compressing Locking Tab

Pushing Up on Cap

Remove the caps and set aside in a safe place. Pull the Assist Grip straight away from the headliner
without changing the mounting angle of the clips.

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Cap Removed

Assist Grip Clips in Place

If the clips are pushed inward after Assist Grip removal, the clip will fall into the area above the
headliner. The clip must be retrieved to prevent NVH issues and possible interference with
Curtain Airbag operation.
The clips must be removed from the body to reinstall to the Assist Grip. Squeeze the clip near the
body. The locking tabs are on the outer side of the mounting area to prevent the clip from sliding
outward after installation of the Assist Grip.
Note:

A hook tool secured into the lower side of the clip will prevent the clip from
falling into the body during removal.