Subaru Legacy: Efficient cooling after parking in direct sunlight
After parking in direct sunlight, drive with the windows open for a few minutes to allow outside air to circulate into the heated interior. This results in quicker cooling by the air conditioner. Keep the windows closed during the operation of the air conditioner for maximum cooling efficiency.
Cleaning ventilator grille
Always keep the front ventilator inlet grille free of snow, leaves, or other
obstructions to ensure efficient heating and defrosting. Since the condenser is
located in front of the radiator, thi ...
Lubrication oil circulation in the refrigerant circuit
Operate the air conditioner compressor at a low engine speed (at idle or low
driving speeds) a few minutes each month during the off-season to circulate its
oil. ...
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Glove box
The glove box can be opened by pressing the lock release button,
locked and unlocked using the master key (vehicles without a smart
key system) or the mechanical key (vehicles with a smart key sys ...
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
Engine oil and filter
The engine oil and filter should be changed at the intervals specified in the
maintenance schedule. If the car is being driven in severe conditions, more frequent
oil and fi ...
Unleaded fuel
Each Volvo has a three-way catalytic converter and must use only unleaded gasoline.
U.S. and Canadian regulations require that pumps delivering unleaded gasoline be
labeled "UNLEADED". O ...
