Subaru 2003 Legacy - Manual (Page 281)

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Starting and operating
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Power steering
CAUTION
Do not hold the steering wheel at the fully locked position left or
right for more than five seconds. This may damage the power
steering pump.
The power steering system operates only when the engine is running.
If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system
fails to function, you can steer but it will take much more effort.
NOTE
Right after the engine has been started and before it has warmed up,
you may hear a noise coming from areas adjacent to the power
steering pump which is located at the right-front area of the engine
compartment. This noise is normal. It does not indicate power steer-
ing system trouble.
Braking
J
Braking tips
WARNING
Never rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving. This can
cause dangerous overheating of the brakes and needless wear
on the brake pads and linings.
B
When the brakes get wet
When driving in rain or after washing the vehicle, the brakes may get
wet. As a result, brake stopping distance will be longer. To dry the
brakes, drive the vehicle at a safe speed while lightly depressing the
brake pedal to heat up the brakes.
B
Use of engine braking
Remember to make use of engine braking in addition to foot braking.