2006 Subaru Outback RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Explanation Of Terminology

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AAI :Air Assist Injection

A/B :Airbag

ABS :Anti-lock Brake System

A/C :Air Conditioner

A/F :Air Fuel Ratio

ALT :Generator

ASSY :Assembly

AT :Automatic Transmission

ATF :Automatic Transmission Fluid

BATT :Battery

CD-R/RW :CD Recordable/Rewritable

CPU :Central Processing Unit

DOHC :Double Overhead Camshaft

DVD :Digital Versatile Disc

ECM :Engine Control Module

EGR :Exhaust Gas Recirculation

ELR :Emergency Locking Retractor

EX :Exhaust

F/B :Fuse & Joint Box

FL :Fusible Link

Ft :Full-time (AWD)

FWD :Front Wheel Drive

GPS :Global Positioning System

H/U :Hydraulic Unit

IG :Ignition

INT :Intermittent

ISC :Idle Speed Control

LH :LH (Left Hand)

LSD :Limited Slip Differential

M/B :Main Fuse & Relay Box

MD :Mini Disc

MFI :Multi Point Injection

MP-T :Multi-Plate Transfer

MT :Manual Transmission

NA :Natural Aspiration

NC :Normal Close (Relay)

NO :Normal Open (Relay)

OP :Option Parts

P/S :Power Steering

P/W :Power Window

PCD :Pitch Circle Diameter

PCV :Positive Crankcase Ventilation

RH :RH (Right Hand)

Rr :Rear

SOHC :Single Overhead Camshaft

SRS :Supplemental Restraint System

SSM :Subaru Select Monitor

ST :Special Tool

SW :Switch

TCS :Traction Control System

TGV :Tumble Generator Valve

T/M :Transmission

ViS-C :Viscous Coupling

VSV :Vacuum Switching Valve

VTD :Variable Torque Distribution

W/H :Wiring Harness

Pr :Primary

2ndr :Secondary

Factory Service Tools

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.