2011 Subaru Outback Owner's Manual - Page 130

Instruments and controls 3-9 indicator needle is pointing to the "+" side, it indicates fuel-efficient driving. Except U.S.-spec. models: If the current rate of fuel consumption is lower than the average rate of fuel consumption, the indicator needle points to the "−" side. If the current rate of fuel consumption is higher than the average rate of fuel consumption, the indicator needle points to the "+" side. When the indicator needle is pointing to the "−" side, it indicates fuel-efficient driving. Warning and indicator lights Several of the warning and indicator lights illuminate momentarily and then go out when the ignition switch is initially turned to the "ON" position. This permits checking the operation of the bulbs. Apply the parking brake and turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position. The following lights illuminate: : Seatbelt warning light (The seatbelt warning light turns off only when the driver fastens the seatbelt.) : Front passenger's seatbelt warning light (The seatbelt warning light turns off only when the front seat passenger fastens the seatbelt.) : SRS airbag system warning light ON / / : Front passenger's frontal airbag ON indicator light : Front passenger's frontal airbag OFF indicator light : Oil pressure warning light : Engine low oil level warning light : Windshield washer fluid warning light : AT OIL TEMP warning light (AT and CVT models) / : ABS warning light : Vehicle Dynamics Control warning light/Vehicle Dynamics Control operation indicator light : Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light / : Brake system warning light NOTE . The ECO gauge shows only an approximate indication. . After resetting the trip meter, the average rate of fuel consumption is not shown until driving 0.6 mile (1 km). Until that time, the ECO gauge does not operate. : Hill Holder indicator light : All-Wheel Drive warning light (AT and CVT models) : Low tire pressure warning light (U.S.-spec. models) : Low fuel warning light : Door open warning light : Door open indicator light : Cruise control indicator light : Cruise control set indicator light : Select lever/gear position indicator - CONTINUED - : CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp : Coolant temperature high warning light : Charge warning light