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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2005OUTBACK I, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERSTARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS (H4SO)BATTERYINSTALLATION
2005 Subaru Outback i, Standard
Starting/Charging Systems (H4SO): Battery: Installation
2005 Subaru Outback i, StandardSECTION Installation
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Tightening torque:
3.4 N.m (0.35 kgf-m, 2.5 ft-lb)
NOTE:
- Clean the battery cable terminals and apply grease to retard the formation of corrosion.
- Connect the positive (+) terminal, and then connect the negative (-) terminal of battery.
- Initial diagnosis of electronic control throttle is performed after battery installation. For this reason, start the engine after 10 seconds or more have elapsed since the ignition switch was turned to ON.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.