2007 Subaru Outback Owner's Manual - Page 125

Instruments and controls 3-7 NOTE fuel quantity of approximately 4.0 US gal (15 liters, 3.3 lmp gal). The coolant temperature will vary in accordance with the outside temperature and driving conditions. We recommend that you drive moderately until the pointer of the temperature gauge reaches near the middle of the range. Engine operation is optimum with the engine coolant at this temperature range and high revving operation when the engine is not warmed up enough should be avoided. When the engine is not warmed up sufficiently, the S# PREP indicator light turns on. While this indicator light is on, the SI-DRIVE mode cannot be changed to the Sport Sharp (S#) mode. For details about the SI-DRIVE mode, refer to the "SIDRIVE (Turbo models)" section in chapter 7. CAUTION Promptly put fuel in the tank whenever the low fuel warning light comes on. Engine misfires as a result of an empty tank could cause damage to the engine. & Temperature gauge You will see the " " sign in the fuel gauge. This indicates that the fuel filler door (lid) is located on the right side of the vehicle. ! Low fuel warning light The low fuel warning light comes on when the tank is nearly empty [Approximately 2.6 US gal (10 liters, 2.2 lmp gal)]. It only operates when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position. 1) 2) Normal operating range S# PREP indicator light CAUTION If the pointer exceeds the normal operating range, safely stop the vehicle as soon as possible. See the "In case of emergency" in chapter 9. NOTE This light does not go out unless the tank is replenished up to an internal The temperature gauge shows engine coolant temperature when the ignition switch is in the "ON" position. - CONTINUED -