Subaru 2006 Legacy - Manual (Page 283)

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Driving tips
reduce HC, CO and NOx in exhaust gas-
es, thus providing cleaner exhaust.
To avoid damage to the catalytic convert-
er:
y
Use only unleaded gasoline. Even a
small amount of leaded gasoline will dam-
age the catalytic converter.
y
Never start the engine by pushing or
pulling the vehicle.
y
Avoid racing the engine.
y Never turn off the ignition switch while
the vehicle is moving.
y
Keep your engine tuned-up. If you feel
the engine running rough (misfiring, back-
firing or incomplete combustion), have
your vehicle checked and repaired by an
authorized SUBARU dealer.
y
Do not apply undercoating or rust pre-
vention treatment to the heat shield of cat-
alytic converter and the exhaust system.
Periodic inspections
To keep your vehicle in the best condition
at all times, always have the recommend-
ed maintenance services listed in the
maintenance schedule in the “Warranty
and Maintenance Booklet” performed at
the specified time or mileage intervals.
Driving in foreign countries
When planning to use your vehicle in an-
other country:
y
Confirm the availability of the correct fu-
el. (Refer to the “Fuel requirements” sec-
tion in chapter 7.)
y
Comply with all regulations and require-
ments of each country.