2011 Subaru Outback Owner's Manual - Page 135

3-14 Instruments and controls turns off when the engine is warmed up sufficiently. If the engine coolant temperature increases over the specified range, the indicator light/warning light blinks in RED. At this time, decelerate the vehicle. After the blinking RED light turns off, you can drive the vehicle normally. However, if the indicator light/warning light often blinks in RED, the electrical system may be malfunctioning. Contact your SUBARU dealer for an inspection. If the engine coolant temperature increases further, the indicator light/warning light illuminates in RED continuously. At this time, the engine may be overheating. Safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible, and refer to the emergency steps for the case of engine overheating. Refer to "Engine overheating" F9-12. After that, have the system checked by your nearest SUBARU dealer. & Charge warning light If this light illuminates when the engine is running, it may indicate that the charging system is not working properly. If the light illuminates while driving or does not turn off after the engine starts, stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the alternator belt. If the belt is loose, broken or if the belt is in good condition but the light remains illuminated, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. at the proper level but the light remains illuminated, contact your nearest SUBARU dealer immediately. & Engine low oil level warning light The engine low oil level warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" position and turns off after approximately 2 seconds. This light also illuminates when the engine oil level decreases to the lower limit. The illuminating conditions and remaining oil level are shown in the following items. 2.5 L models: . when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position but the engine is not running: approximately 1.9 US qt (1.8 liters, 1.6 Imp qt) . while the engine is running: approximately 3.2 US qt (3.0 liters, 2.6 Imp qt) 3.6 L models: . when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position but the engine is not running: approximately 4.0 US qt (3.8 liters, 3.3 Imp qt) . while the engine is running: approximately 5.6 US qt (5.3 liters, 4.7 Imp qt) If the engine low oil level warning light illuminates while driving, park the vehicle & Oil pressure warning light CAUTION Do not operate the engine with the oil pressure warning light on. This may cause serious engine damage. If this light illuminates when the engine is running, it may indicate that the engine oil pressure is low and the lubricating system is not working properly. If the light illuminates while driving or does not turn off after the engine starts, stop the engine at the first safe opportunity and check the engine oil level. If the oil level is low, add oil immediately. If the engine oil is NOTE If the engine is restarted after a certain driving condition, this indicator light/ warning light may illuminate in RED. However, this is not a malfunction if the indicator light/warning light turns off after a short time.