Section 137 (Brake System): General Description: Caution

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Subaru Outback and 2007 Subaru Legacy. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Wear work clothing, including a cap, protective goggles, and protective shoes during operation.
Before removal, installation or disassembly, be sure to clarify the failure. Avoid unnecessary removal, installation, disassembly and replacement.
Use SUBARU genuine grease etc. or equivalent. Do not mix grease, etc. with that of another grade or from other manufacturers.
Before securing a part on a vice, place cushioning material such as wood blocks, aluminum plate, or shop cloth between the part and the vice.
Be sure to tighten fasteners including bolts and nuts to the specified torque.
Place shop jacks or rigid racks at the specified points.