11. Maintenance and service - Subaru Technical Information System
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1. e Be careful not to spill power steering fluid when adding it If power steering fluid touches the exhaust pipe it may cause a bad smell smoke and or a fire If power steering fluid gets on the CONTINUED 1 1 24 Maintenance and service Brake fluid exhaust pipe be sure to wipe it off E Recommended fluid Refer to Fluids 712 7 Brake fluid m Checking the fluid level e Never let brake fluid contact your eyes because brake fluid can be harmful to your eyes If brake fluid gets in your eyes immedi ately flush them thoroughly with clean water For safety when performing this work wearing eye protection is advisable Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air Any absorbed moist ure can cause a dangerous loss of braking performance e If the vehicle requires frequent refilling there may be a leak If you suspect a problem have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer e When adding brake fluid be care ful not to allow any dirt into the reservoir e Never splash the brake fluid over painted surfaces or rubber parts Alcohol contained in the brake fluid may damage them e Be careful not to spill brake fluid when adding it If brake fluid touches the exhaust pipe it may cause a bad smell smoke and or a fire If brake fluid gets on the exhaust pipe be sure to wipe it B01447 1 MAX level line 2 The brake fluid level must be checked in this area2. Continuously variable trans mission fluid It is not necessary to check the transmis sion fluid level Check that there are no cracks damage or leakage However the fluid inspection should be performed according to the maintenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Book let Consult your SUBARU dealer for details Front differential gear oil CVT models It is not necessary to check the gear oil level Check that there are no cracks damage or leakage However the oil inspection should be performed according to the maintenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet Consult your SUBARU dealer for details E Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives Never use different brands together For details refer to Manual transmission front differential and rear differential gear oil 12 6 Rear differential gear oil It is not necessary to check the gear oil level Check that there are no cracks damage or leakage However the oil inspection should be performed according to the maintenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet Consult your SUBARU dealer for details E Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives Never use different brands together For details refer to Manual transmission front differential and rear differential gear oil 12 6 Using a d
3. 1 Drive the vehicle at a speed of approximately 22 mph 35 km h 2 With the parking brake release button pushed in pull the parking brake lever SLOWLY and GENTLY pulling with a force of approximately 33 7 lbf 150 N 15 3 kgf 3 Drive the vehicle for approximately 220 yards 200 meters in this condition 4 Wait 5 to 10 minutes for the parking brake to cool down Repeat this proce dure 5 Check the parking brake stroke If the Maintenance and service Parking brake stroke parking brake stroke is out of the specified range adjust it by turning the adjusting nut located on the parking brake lever Parking brake stroke 7 8 notches 45 Ibf 200 N 20 4 kgf A safe location and situation should be selected for break in driving Pulling the parking brake lever too forcefully may cause the rear wheels to lock To avoid this be certain to pull the lever up slowly and gently 11 29 Parking brake stroke BOO669 Check the parking brake stroke according to the maintenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet When the parking brake is properly adjusted braking power is fully applied by pulling the lever up 7 to 8 notches gently but firmly approximately 45 Ibf 200 N 20 4 kgf If the parking brake lever stroke is not within the specified range have the brake system checked and adjusted at your SUBARU dealer 11 30 Maintenance and service Tires and wheels Tires
4. 1 Left hand side Use a screwdriver to remove the secured clip of the washer tank To make it easy to access the bulb turn the neck of the washer fluid filler pipe as illustrated Right hand side Right hand side Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the air intake duct then remove the air intake duct 2 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb as pushing the tab GN Mes rl A bY Ho B01506 Right hand side 3 Left hand side Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise Right hand side Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it clock wise 4 Replace the bulb with new one At this time use care not to touch the bulb surface 5 To install the bulb to the headlight assembly turn it to the reverse direction until it clicks 6 Reconnect the electrical connector 7 Left hand side Set the washer fluid filler pipe to the original place and secure it by clip Right hand side Install the air intake duct with clips mi Low beam headlight models without LED headlights front side marker light if equipped parking light models without LED head lights and front turn signal light NOTE e If headlight aiming is required con sult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim e It may be difficult to replace the bulbs Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary 1 Start the engine and turn t
5. Breaking in of new brake pads and linings 11 29 Parking brake Stroke cccceeceseceeeeeeeeeeesees 11 29 Tires ANd WhEEIS cccccecseeceeceeeeeeeeeeseeeeeees 11 30 TY DOS OF CCS iaicisswicicins sactnesansinmnsccatacanscessaedsneensas 11 30 Tire pressure monitoring system TPMS if SOUNDING srecaererntrtcecennteeagsuccsctueiacoesaconcieuaeoses 11 30 Tire WAS POCUON wisi cain ctteracreceevin anes cabenennncccmanbaenaene 11 31 Maintenance and service Tire pressures and wear cceceeeeeeeeeeeneeeeees 11 32 Wheel balance cccccseceeeeeseeseneeeeeeeeeeneenenes 11 34 Wear indicators iriic cone iconenieans coniccmmnencanmpuasenaenness 11 34 Tire rotation direction mark sccseeeeeeeeeeees 11 35 Tire TOLAMOMN neneiia 11 35 Tire replacement cccceeeeeeeeeeeceeceeeeneeneeneees 11 35 Wheel replacement ccsceeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeneees 11 36 Aluminum wheels c ccccsccsceeseeeeeenseeeeeeeees 11 37 Windshield washer fluid cscceeeeeeeeees 11 37 Replacement of wiper blades 000 11 38 Windshield wiper blade assembly 08 11 39 Windshield wiper blade rubber 00000 11 39 SP oaia 11 40 FUSOS oneri 11 41 Installation of accessories ccccseeeeeeeeeeeees 11 43 Replacing bulbs secswsiicsnnsscnacidedieentaresnsusctnctdstinens 11 43 Headlights models with LED headlights 11 43 High bea
6. 900571 One is located under the instrument panel behind the fuse box cover on the driver s seat side To remove the cover pull it out CONTINUED 1 1 42 Maintenance and service Fuses BO1449 1 The other one main fuse box is housed in the engine compartment Also the spare fuses are stored in the fuse box Spare fuses cover The fuse puller is stored in the main fuse box in the engine compartment B00338 1 Good 2 Blown If any lights accessories or other electrical controls do not operate inspect the corresponding fuse If a fuse has blown replace it 1 Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK OFF position and turn off all electrical accessories 2 Remove the cover 3 Determine which fuse may be blown Look at the back side of each fuse box cover and refer to Fuses and circuits 12 9 B Cd P 600160 4 Pull out the fuse with the fuse puller 5 Inspect the fuse If it has blown replace it with a spare fuse of the same rating 6 If the same fuse blows again this indicates that its system has a problem Contact your SUBARU dealer for repairs Installation of accessories Always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing fog lights or any other electrical equipment in your vehicle Such accessories may cause the electronic system to malfunction if they are incor rectly installed or if they are not suited for the vehicle
7. blades with gasoline or a solvent such as paint thinner or benzine This will cause deterioration of the wiper blades e While removing the wiper blades from the wiper arms do not return the wiper arms to the Original positions Otherwise the windshield surface may be scratched e When returning the raised wiper arms to the original positions carefully return the wiper arms on the windshield by hand You should not return the wiper arms to the windshield only by the return spring Otherwise the wi per arms may be deformed and or the windshield surface may be scratched If you cannot eliminate the streaking even after following this method replace the wiper blades using the following proce dures Maintenance and service Replacement of wiper blades E Windshield wiper blade as sembly 1 Raise the wiper arm off the windshield B00380 1 Stopper 2 Remove the wiper blade assembly by holding its pivot area and pushing it in the direction shown by the arrow while de pressing the wiper blade stopper 3 Install the wiper blade assembly to the wiper arm Make sure that it locks in place 4 Hold the wiper arm by hand and slowly lower it in position 11 39 Windshield wiper blade rub ber B00330 1 Metal support 1 Grasp the locked end of the blade rubber assembly and pull it firmly until the stoppers on the rubber are free of the metal support CONTINUED 11 4
8. by fitting the hooks on the case 6 Reinstall the transmitter case in the key head 7 Refit the removed half of the key head After the battery is replaced the trans mitter must be synchronized with the remote keyless entry system s control unit Press either the g or g button six times to synchronize the unit Maintenance and service Battery replacement 11 51
9. flat head screwdriver 2 Turn over the trunk lid trim BO1471 3 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out the socket 4 Pull the bulb out of the socket 5 Install a new bulb 6 Reinstall the bulb socket and the trunk lid trim WE Other bulbs It may be difficult to replace the bulbs Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary Battery replacement The access key transmitter battery may be discharged under the following condi tions e The operation of the keyless access function is unstable e The operating distance of the remote keyless entry system is unstable e The transmitter does not operate prop erly when used within the standard dis tance Replace the battery with a new one e Do not let dust oil or water get on or in the access key transmitter when replacing battery e Be careful not to damage the printed circuit board in the ac cess key transmitter when repla cing the battery e Be careful not to allow children to touch the battery and any re moved parts children could swallow them e There is a danger of an explosion if the battery is incorrectly re placed Replace only with the Maintenance and service Battery replacement same or equivalent type of the battery e Do not expose batteries to ex cessive heat such as bright sun light fire or the like NOTE e Replace only with the same or equivalent type of battery recom mend
10. normal operating range the cooling fan circuit may be defective Refer to Temperature gauge 3 11 Check the fuse and replace it if necessary Refer to Fuses 11 41 and Fuses and circuits 12 9 If the fuse is not blown have the cooling system checked by your SUBARU dealer If frequent addition of coolant is neces sary there may be a leak in the engine cooling system It is recommended that the cooling system and connections be checked for leaks damage or looseness E Engine coolant w Checking the coolant level B01435 1 FULL level mark 2 LOW level mark Check the coolant level at each fuel stop 1 Check the coolant level on the outside Maintenance and service Cooling system of the reservoir while the engine is cool 2 Ifthe level is close to or lower than the LOW level mark add coolant up to the FULL level mark If the reserve tank is empty remove the radiator cap and refill coolant up to just below the filler neck as shown in the following illustration STI 1 Fill up to this level 11 17 B01135 Except STI 1 Fill up to this level B00018 3 After refilling the reserve tank and the radiator reinstall the cap and check that the rubber gaskets inside the radiator cap are in the proper position CONTINUED 1 1 1 8 Maintenance and service Air cleaner element e Be careful not to spill engine coolant when adding it If co
11. order of removal Spark plugs It may be difficult to replace the spark plugs It is recommended that you have the spark plugs replaced by your SUBARU dealer The spark plugs should be replaced according to the maintenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Book E Recommended spark plugs For the recommended spark plugs refer to Electrical system 12 8 Drive belts NOTE For models except STI it is unneces sary to check the deflection of the drive belt periodically because this engine is equipped with an automatic belt ten sion adjuster However replacement of the belt should be done according to the maintenance schedule in the War ranty and Maintenance Booklet Con sult your SUBARU dealer for replace ment If the drive belt is loose cracked or worn contact your SUBARU dealer BO1060 1 Power steering oil pump pulley 2 Front side belt 3 Alternator pulley 4 Air conditioner compressor pulley 5 Rear side belt 6 Crank pulley A 22 lbf 98 N 10 kgf The front side belt which runs in conjunction with the following com ponents must be used within the specified deflection e Power steering oil pump pulley e Alternator pulley e Crank pulley Check the deflection of the front Maintenance and service Drive belts 11 21 side belt and if there is any loosen ess cracks wear or unusual noise on the front side belt contact your SUBARU dealer Continuin
12. refilling the engine with oil therefore you must use the level gauge to confirm that the level is correct 7 Start the engine and make sure that no oil leaks appear around the drain plug 8 Run the engine until it reaches the normal operating temperature Then stop the engine and wait a few minutes to allow the oil drain back Check the oil level again and if necessary add more engine oil Be careful not to spill engine oil when adding it If oil touches the 11 15 Maintenance and service Engine oil exhaust pipe it may cause a bad smell smoke and or a fire E Recommended grade and viscosity Use only engine oil with the recom mended grade and viscosity Refer to Engine oil 12 4 NOTE Engine oil viscosity thickness affects fuel economy Oils of lower viscosity provide better fuel economy However in hot weather oil of higher viscosity is required to properly lubricate the en gine E Synthetic oil You must follow the oil and filter changing intervals shown in the Warranty and Maintenance booklet NOTE Synthetic oil of the grade and viscosity noted in chapter 12 is the recom mended engine oil for optimum engine performance Conventional oil may be CONTINUED 11 16 maintenance and service Cooling system used if synthetic oil is unavailable Cooling system Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and has cooled down completel
13. system Operates properly under the following circumstances 1 Stop the vehicle on an uphill grade by depressing the brake pedal all models and clutch pedal MT models only with the engine running 2 Make sure that the vehicle does not move backward for several seconds after the brake pedal is released 3 Then make sure the vehicle starts climbing the grade by following the normal starting procedures If the Hill start assist system does not operate as described above contact your SUBARU dealer Replacement of brake pad and lining 700040 The disc brakes have audible wear indicators on the brake pads If the brake pads wear close to their service limit the wear indicator makes a very audible scraping noise when the brake pedal is applied If you hear this scraping noise each time you apply the brake pedal have the brake pads serviced by your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible If you continue to drive despite the scraping noise from the audible brake pad wear indicator it will result in the need for costly brake rotor repair or replacement E Breaking in of new brake pads and linings When replacing the brake pad or lining use only genuine SUBARU parts After replacement the new parts must be broken in as follows v Brake pad and lining While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 mph 50 to 65 km h step on the brake pedal lightly Repeat this five or more times wy Parking brake lining
14. 0 maintenance and service Battery B00504 1 Metal spines 2 Ifthe new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and install them in the new blade rubber B00059 3 Align the claws of the metal support with the grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber assembly into the metal support until it locks Lo B00332 1 Stopper 4 Be sure to position the claws at the end of the metal support between the stoppers on the rubber as shown If the rubber is not retained properly the wiper blade may scratch the windshield Battery e Before beginning work on or near any battery be sure to extinguish all cigarettes matches and light ers Never expose a battery to an open flame or electric sparks Batteries give off a gas which is highly flammable and explosive e For safety in case an explosion does occur wear eye protection or shield your eyes when work ing near any battery Never lean over a battery e Do not let battery fluid contact eyes skin fabrics or paint be cause battery fluid is a corrosive acid If battery fluid gets on your skin or in your eyes immediately flush the area with water thor oughly Seek medical help imme diately if acid has entered the eyes If battery fluid is accidentally swallowed immediately drink a large amount of milk or water and seek medical attention im mediately e To lessen th
15. 3 MIN level line Check the fluid level monthly Check the fluid level on the outside of the reservoir Because this reservoir is used for both the brake and clutch systems and has chambers for each system be sure to Maintenance and service Clutch fluid MT models 11 25 check the fluid level for the brake system Clutch fluid MT models Alcohol contained in the clutch at the front part of the reservoir shaded SO fluid may damage them area in the illustration If the fluid level is E Checking the fluid level below MIN add the recommended brake J Pe al Gru ONTO ep cue mule l a i when adding it If clutch fluid fluid to MAX AX WARNING touches the exhaust pipe it may cause a bad smell smoke and or Use only brake fluid from a sealed container Never let clutch fluid contact your a fire If clutch fluid gets on the eyes because clutch fluid can be exhaust pipe be sure to wipe it E Recommended brake fluid harmful to your eyes If clutch fluid off CCH ide 419 gets in your eyes immediately flush RAIEN lee lee them thoroughly with clean water For safety when performing this work wearing eye protection is advisable e The fluid level for the clutch system must be checked at the inboard side of the reservoir It cannot be checked at the out board side of the reservoir Never use different brands of brake fluid together Also avoid mixing DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids even if
16. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb as pushing the tab B01466 4 Remove the bulb by turning it counter clockwise 5 Replace the bulb with a new one 6 After replacing the bulb reattach the 11 47 mud guard WE Rear combination lights 1 Remove the clips from the trunk trim with a flat head screwdriver tl N UUUU SSS S P Nhe ay SS SS J CONTINUED 11 48 maintenance and service Replacing bulbs 2 Open the rear portion of the trunk trim panel as illustrated NOTE Make sure that the part of the trunk trim in the illustration does not contact the trunk lid stay If the part is bent the trunk trim may be torn BO1469 1 Rear side marker light 2 Backup light 3 Rear turn signal light 3 Remove the bulb socket from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise 4 Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and replace it with a new one 5 Set the bulb socket into the rear combination light assembly and turn it clockwise until it locks 6 Secure the rear trunk trim panel with the clips NOTE When replacing a bulb of the rear side marker light detach the bulb socket of the backup light in advance After replacing the bulb first attach the side marker light and then attach the back up light W License plate light BO1470 1 Open the trunk and remove the clips from the trunk lid trim with a
17. Maintenance and service Installation of accessories Replacing bulbs Bulbs may become very hot while illuminated Before replacing bulbs turn off the lights and wait until the bulbs cool down Otherwise there is a risk of sustaining a burn injury e Replace any bulb only with a new bulb of the specified wattage Using a bulb of different wattage could result in a fire For the specified wattage of each bulb refer to Bulb chart 12 15 e Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands When holding the glass portion is unavoidable hold it using with a clean dry cloth to avoid getting moisture and grease on the bulb If there is any fingerprints or grease on the bulb surface wipe them away with a soft cloth moistened with alcohol Also if the bulb is scratched or dropped it may blow out or crack 11 43 E Headlights models with LED headlights B01479 The LED headlight warning light illumi nates if the LED headlights malfunction Have your vehicle inspected at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possible E High beam headlight NOTE e lf headlight aiming is required con sult your SUBARU dealer for proper adjustment of the headlight aim e It may be difficult to replace the bulbs Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary Perform the following steps to replace the bulbs CONTINUED 11 44 maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Left hand side
18. Maintenance schedule cccsccsceeeeeeeeeeeeees Maintenance precautions cccccceeeeeeeeeeeeees Before checking or servicing in the engine COMO AUC ME sacs cceticesierninncecneancennckneenanenceanmeansuences When checking or servicing in the engine COMI QUINONE sic cie dren pienisen cecticmesemenameendnuncedecumms cass When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running Maintenance tips cccscceeeeeseeeeceeeeseeeeeeeeeees Removing and reinstalling ClipS cceceeeeees ENGINE NOOO ssrccenccnesenencecaswenceonanwouensxsacsemenconnseuss Except STi srunsa nrnna Engine ON iia rc ae lestnccwvdeaaiubianuedunionseaienanmadnonoadinuuss Engine oil CONSUMPTION cccee eee eeeee eee ee eens Checking the oil level cccceceeeseeeeeeeeereeees Changing the oil and oil filter cceeeeees Recommended grade and viscosity 005 Synthetic Ol csnica sina sscnnstienns site vsames sacichewnsas ianudewemnss Cooling system ccccscceeceseeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeenees Cooling fan hose and connections 5 Engine COOIANE sesicsisiiies cvenincsawstvecsoeiincsnaenciaadnenenes Air cleaner element csccsecsenseeeeeeeeeeeeees Replacing the air cleaner element Spark plugs eee ene eee eee ere Recommended spark plugs 0 scceeeeeeeeeees Drive belts ciidessveivacetvosnduiecinsdeamiuc
19. and wheels E Types of tires You should be familiar with type of tires present on your vehicle wv All season tires All season tires are designed to provide an adequate measure of traction handling and braking performance in year round driving including snowy and icy road conditions However all season tires do not offer as much traction performance as winter Snow tires in heavy or loose snow or on icy roads All season tires are identified by ALL SEASON and or M S Mud amp Snow on the tire sidewall v Summer tires Summer tires are high speed capability tires best suited for highway driving under dry conditions Summer tires are inadequate for driving on slippery roads such as on snow covered or icy roads If you drive your vehicle on snow covered or icy roads we strongly recommend the use of winter Snow tires When installing winter tires be sure to replace all four tires w Winter snow tires Winter tires are best suited for driving on snow covered and icy roads However winter tires do not perform as well as summer tires and all season tires on roads other than snow covered and icy roads WE Tire pressure monitoring system TPMS if equipped The tire pressure monitoring system pro vides the driver with a warning message by sending a signal from a sensor that is installed in each wheel when tire pressure is severely low The tire pressure monitor ing system will activate only when t
20. antetniniweanaddadwns Manual transmission oil assssasasnsnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn Recommended grade and viscosity 08 Maintenance and service Continuously variable transmission fluid 11 22 Front differential gear oil CVT models 11 22 Recommended grade and ViSCOSity 0 5 11 22 Rear differential gear oil 11 23 Recommended grade and ViSCOSity 0 11 23 Power steering fluid STI ccceeeeeeeeeeeee 11 23 Checking the fluid level ccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 11 23 Recommended fluid c cceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneees 11 24 Brake Mulgan 11 24 Checking the fluid level ccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 11 24 Recommended brake fluid aasian 11 25 Clutch fluid MT models csseseeeeeeeeees 11 25 Checking the fluid level cceceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 11 25 Recommended clutch fluid ccsceeeeeeeeeees 11 26 Brake booster ccccccsceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesees 11 26 Brake DCOEN ides canesucantveusudinemanedeverainnsansdinadertani 11 27 Checking the brake pedal free play 11 27 Checking the brake pedal reserve distance 11 27 Clutch pedal MT models ceceseeeeeees Checking the clutch function cccceeeeee Checking the clutch pedal free play Hill start assist SyStemM cccceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeees Replacement of brake pad and lining 11 28
21. ction mark facing forward Maintenance and service Tires and wheels E Tire rotation mzs Ezz Mex 2L SS mp maa BO0546 Vehicles equipped with 4 non unidirec tional tires 1 Front p Ges B00545 Vehicles equipped with unidirectional tires 1 Front 11 35 Tire wear varies from wheel to wheel Move the tires to the positions shown in the illustration each time they are rotated For the tire rotation schedule refer to the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet Replace any damaged or unevenly worn tires at the time of rotation After tire rotation adjust the tires pressures and make sure the wheel nuts are correctly tightened After driving approximately 600 miles 1 000 km check the wheel nuts again and retighten any nut that has become loose E Tire replacement The wheels and tires are important and integral parts of your vehicle s design they cannot be changed arbitrarily The tires fitted as standard equipment are optimally matched to the characteristics of the vehicle and were selected to give the best possible combination of running performance ride comfort and service life It is essential for every tire to have a size and construction matching those shown on the tire placard and to have a speed symbol and load index matching those shown on the tire placard Using tires of a non specified size detracts CONTINUED 11 36 Maintenance and service Tires and wheels fr
22. ded that you always use genuine SUBARU parts Vv STI ay ES Oaa J a B01439 1 Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the air intake duct then remove the air intake duct Maintenance and service Air cleaner element 1 1 1 9 cleaner case cover v Except STI B01441 B01443 4 Open the air cleaner case and remove 1 Clips the air cleaner element 5 Clean the inside of the air cleaner case and case cover with a damp cloth and install a new air cleaner element 6 Install the removed or loosened parts in the reverse order of removal 1 Unsnap the two clips holding the air cleaner case cover B01440 1 Connector cable 2 Guides 3 Clips 2 Remove the connector cable from the guides of the air cleaner case 3 Unsnap the two clips holding the air CONTINUED 11 20 maintenance and service Spark plugs B01444 1 Air cleaner case 2 Air cleaner case cover 2 Open the air cleaner case and pull the cover rearward while lifting it up B01510 3 Remove the air cleaner element 4 Clean the inside ofthe air cleaner case and case cover with a damp cloth and install a new air cleaner element B01508 5 To install the air cleaner case cover insert the projections on the air cleaner case cover into the slits on the air cleaner case The illustration above shows an example in which the projections are not fitted into the slits correctly 6 Install in the reverse
23. e risk of sparks remove rings metal watchbands and other metal jewelry Never allow metal tools to contact the positive battery terminal and any thing connected to it WHILE you are at the same time in contact with any other metallic portion of the vehicle because a short cir cuit will result e Keep everyone including children away from the battery e Charge the battery in a well ventilated area e Battery posts terminals and re lated accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause can cer Wash hands after handling B00382 1 Cap 2 Upper level 3 Lower level It is unnecessary to periodically check the battery fluid level or periodically refill with distilled water However if the battery fluid level is below the lower level remove the cap Fill to the upper level with distilled water Never use more than 10 amperes when charging the battery because it will shorten battery life 11 41 Maintenance and service Fuses Fuses Never replace a fuse with one hav ing a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result The fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment The fuses are located in two fuse boxes
24. ed by the manufacturer e Dispose of used batteries according to local laws e Mount the battery in the correct orientation to prevent fluid leakage Be careful not to bend the terminals It may result in a malfunction e It is recommended that the battery should be replaced by a SUBARU dealer e Use a new battery e After replacing the battery confirm that the access key transmitter func tions properly 11 49 E Replacing access key battery Battery Button battery CR1632 BO1170 1 Pull out the mechanical key BO1171 2 Insert the key into the gap and turn it clockwise to remove the cover CONTINUED 11 50 maintenance and service Battery replacement illustration Attach the cover firmly 2 Remove the transmitter case from the key head E Replacing transmitter battery BO1477 3 Wrap a flat head screwdriver with insulating tape and insert it between the battery and the board Then pry it out from the board 1 201639 202046 3 Open the transmitter case by releasing _ Open the key head using a flat head the hooks screwdriver BO1173 201640 4 Insert a new battery with its positive 1 Negative side facing up side facing upward as shown in the 4 Replace the old battery with a new battery type CR1620 or equivalent mak ing sure to install the new battery with the negative side facing up 5 Put together the transmitter case
25. edal several times applying the same pedal force each time The distance the pedal travels should not vary 2 With the brake pedal depressed start the engine The pedal should move slightly down to the floor 3 With the brake pedal depressed stop the engine and keep the pedal depressed for 30 seconds The pedal height should not change 4 Start the engine again and run for approximately one minute then turn it off Depress the brake pedal several times to check the brake booster The brake booster operates properly if the pedal stroke decreases with each depression NOTE When you depress the brake pedal strongly or suddenly you might feel that lighter depression of the brake pedal generates a greater braking force However even though these occur they do not indicate any mal functions and the brake assist system is operating properly Brake assist is not a system that brings more braking ability to the vehicle beyond its breaking capability Brake pedal Check the brake pedal free play and reserve distance according to the main tenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet m Checking the brake pedal free play B00854 1 0 02 0 08 in 0 5 2 0 mm Stop the engine and firmly depress the brake pedal several times Lightly pull the brake pedal up with one finger to check the free play with a force of less than 2 Ibf 10 N 1 kgf If the free play is not within proper spec
26. en the reservoir tank and washer nozzles by operating the washer for a certain period of time Otherwise if the concentration of the fluid remaining in the piping is too low for the outside temperature it may freeze and block the nozzles e Adjust the washer fluid concen tration appropriately for the out side temperature If the concen tration is inappropriate sprayed washer fluid may freeze on the windshield and obstruct your view and the fluid may freeze in the reservoir tank e State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol a common windshield washer anti freeze additive Washer fluids containing non methanol anti freeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging your vehicle s paint wiper blades or washer system Replacement of wiper blades Grease wax insects or other material on the windshield or the wiper blade results in jerky wiper operation and streaking on the glass If you cannot remove the streaks after operating the windshield washer or if the wiper operation is jerky clean the outer surface of the windshield or rear window and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft cloth with a neutral detergent or mild abrasive cleaner After cleaning rinse the windshield and wiper blades with clean water The windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse the windshield with water e Do not clean the wiper
27. esetting If the light illuminates steadily after blinking for approximately one minute promptly contact a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected WE Tire inspection Check on a daily basis that the tires are free from serious damage nails and stones At the same time check the tires for abnormal wear Contact your SUBARU dealer immedi ately if you find any problem NOTE e When the wheels and tires strike curbs or are subjected to harsh treat ment as when the vehicle is driven ona rough surface they can suffer damage CONTINUED 11 32 Maintenance and service Tires and wheels that cannot be seen with the naked eye This type of damage does not become evident until time has passed Try not to drive over curbs potholes or on other rough surfaces If doing so is unavoidable keep the vehicle s speed down to a walking pace or less and approach the curbs as squarely as possible Also make sure the tires are not pressed against the curb when you park the vehicle e lf you feel unusual vibration while driving or find it difficult to steer the vehicle in a straight line one of the tires and or wheels may be damaged Drive slowly to the nearest authorized SUBARU dealer and have the vehicle inspected WE Tire pressures and wear Maintaining the correct tire pressures helps to maximize the tires service lives and is essential for good running perfor mance Check and if necessary adjust the pressure
28. f the fuel filter should be performed only by your SUBARU dealer Wear adequate eye protection to CONTINUED 11 4 Maintenance and service Maintenance precautions guard against getting oil or fluids in your eyes If something does get in your eyes thoroughly wash them out with clean water e Do not tamper with the wiring of the SRS airbag system or seat belt pretensioner system or at tempt to take its connectors apart as that may activate the system or it can render it inop erative NEVER use a circuit tester for this wiring If your SRS airbag or seatbelt preten sioner needs service consult your nearest SUBARU dealer NOTE SUBARU does not endorse the use of non SUBARU approved flushing sys tems and strongly advises against performing these services on a SUBARU vehicle Non SUBARU ap proved flushing systems use chemi cals and or solvents which have not been tested or approved by SUBARU SUBARU warranties do not cover any part of the vehicle which is damaged by adding or applying chemicals and or solvents other than those approved or recommended by SUBARU WE Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment Always stop the engine and set the parking brake firmly to pre vent the vehicle from moving Always let the engine cool down Engine parts become very hot when the engine is running and remain hot for some time after the engine has stopped Do not spill engine oil engine coo
29. fingers hands clothing hair and tools away from the cooling fan drive belt and any other moving engine parts Removing rings watches and ties is advisable 11 5 Maintenance tips Some clips and fender linings must be removed before replacing the air cleaner elements or specific bulbs E Removing and reinstalling clips y Removing clips There are several types of clips used for your vehicle V Type A clips B01036 1 Turn the clips counterclockwise using a flat head screwdriver until the center portion of the clip is raised 2 Remove the clips with a flat head screwdriver using leverage CONTINUED 11 6 Maintenance and service Maintenance tips 3 Remove the entire clip by pulling it up V Type B clips T V Type C clips cS BO0924 T O 1 Pull out the center portion of the clip gt BO1419 using a flat head screwdriver as shown in the illustration 2 Pull the protruded center portion to remove the entire body of the clip V Type D clips 1 Turn the clip counterclockwise using a Phillips screwdriver until the center portion of the clip is raised 2 Remove the entire clip by pulling it up V Type E clips BO1417 1 Push the center portion of the clip using a Phillips screwdriver until the clip is raised 2 Remove the entire clip by pulling it up V Type F clips T oF B01418 1 Pull out the head of the clip using a fla
30. g to use the vehicle with the belt outside of the specification may cause the engine to malfunc tion and the above components to malfunction To check the deflection of the front side belt place a straightedge ruler across two adjacent pulleys alternator pulley and crank pulley and apply a force of 22 Ibf 98 N 10 kgf midway between the pulleys by using a spring scale The belt deflec tion should be the amount specified If the front side belt is loose cracked or worn contact your SUBARU dealer in mm Deflection New belt Used belt 0 28 0 35 0 35 0 43 7 0 9 0 9 0 11 0 The rear side belt is a stretch type belt therefore the deflection does not need to be checked If there are cracks or wear confirmed on the belts and a squeaking noise is heard from them contact your SUBARU dealer 11 22 Maintenance and service Manual transmission oil Manual transmission oil It is not necessary to check the transmis sion oil level Check that there are no cracks damage or leakage However the oil inspection should be performed ac cording to the maintenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet Consult your SUBARU dealer for details E Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives Never use different brands together For details refer to Manual transmission front differential and rear differential gear oil 12 6
31. h the information provided in this section on general maintenance and service for your SUBARU Incorrect or incomplete service could Cause improper or unsafe vehicle opera tion Any problems caused by improper maintenance and service performed by you are not eligible for warranty coverage e Testing of an All Wheel Drive model must NEVER be per formed on a single two wheel dynamometer or similar appara tus Attempting to do so will result in transmission damage and in uncontrolled vehicle movement and may cause an accident or injuries to persons nearby e Always select a safe area when performing maintenance on your vehicle 11 3 Always be very careful to avoid injury when working on the vehi cle Remember that some of the materials in the vehicle may be hazardous if improperly used or handled for example battery acid Your vehicle should only be ser viced by persons fully competent to do so Serious personal injury may result to persons not experi enced in servicing vehicles Always use the proper tools and make certain that they are well maintained Never get under the vehicle sup ported only by a jack Always use safety stands to support the vehicle Never keep the engine running in a poorly ventilated area such as a garage or other closed areas Do not smoke or allow open flames around the fuel or battery This will cause a fire Because the fuel system is under pressure replacement o
32. he vehicle is driven Also this system may not react immediately to a sudden drop in tire pressure for example a blow out caused by running over a sharp object If you adjust the tire pressures in a warm garage and will then drive the vehicle in cold outside air the resulting drop in tire pressures may cause the low tire pressure warning light to illuminate To avoid this problem when adjusting the tire pressures in a warm garage inflate the tires to pressures higher than those shown on the tire placard Specifically inflate them by an extra 1 psi 6 9 kPa 0 07 kgf cm for every difference of 10 F 5 6 C between the temperature in the garage and the temperature outside By way of example the following table shows the required tire pressures that correspond to various out side temperatures when the temperature in the garage is 60 F 15 6 C Example Tire size 245 40R18 97W Standard tire pressures Front 33 psi 230 kPa 2 3 kgf cm Rear 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm Garage temperature 60 F 15 6 C Outside Adjusted pressure temperature psi kPa kgf cm 35 240 2 4 37 255 2 55 39 270 2 7 If the low tire pressure warning light illuminates when you drive the vehicle in cold outside air after adjusting the tire pressures in a warm garage re adjust the tire pressures using the method described above Then increase the vehicle speed to at least 20 mph 32 km h and check to
33. he steering Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs wheel fully in the opposite direction of the bulb to be replaced 2 Stop the engine B01453 3 Remove the clips from the mud guard 4 POA 4 Pull off the mud guard 11 45 y Low beam headlight B01455 B01456 1 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb as pushing the tab CONTINUED 11 46 maintenance and service Replacing bulbs BO1457 2 Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise 3 Replace the bulb with a new one At this time use care not to touch the bulb surface 4 To install the bulb to the headlight assembly turn it clockwise until it clicks 5 Reconnect the electrical connector 6 Reattach the mud guard v Front side marker light parking light and front turn signal light iy B01459 1 Front side marker light 2 Parking light B01460 3 Front turn signal light 1 Turn the socket counterclockwise and pull it out 2 Pull out the bulb from the socket and replace the bulb with a new one 3 After replacing the bulb reattach the mud guard E Front fog light if equipped NOTE It may be difficult to replace the bulbs Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary BO1463 1 Remove the clips 2 Turn over the mud guard Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Cy ill aai BO1465 3
34. he vehicle is moving and block your view which may cause an accident and serious bodily in jury Maintenance and service Engine hood 11 9 11 10 maintenance and service Engine compartment overview Engine compartment overview page ites en 2 Brake fluid reservoir Clutch fluid reservoir E STI i page 11 24 3 Fuse box page 11 41 4 Battery page 11 40 5 Windshield washer tank page 11 37 6 Engine oil filler cap page 11 12 7 Engine coolant reservoir page 11 17 8 Engine oil level gauge page 11 12 9 Coolant filler tank cap page 11 17 a 10 Air cleaner case page 11 18 rR Tees Cd K ig iy mu oe ia oA mere ne age She ee al l Ya jin SETA Oe ee MY Pin Maintenance and service Engine compartment overview 11 11 1 Brake fluid reservoir Clutch fluid reservoir L Except STI MT models page 11 24 2 Fuse box page 11 41 3 Battery page 11 40 4 Windshield washer tank page 11 37 5 Engine oil filler cap page 11 12 6 Engine coolant reservoir page 11 17 7 Radiator cap page 11 17 8 Engine oil filter page 11 14 9 Engine oil level gauge page 11 12 10 Air cleaner case page 11 18 B01426 11 12 maintenance and service Engine oil Engine oil e lf the level gauge is not pulled out easily twist the level gauge right and left then pull it out Other wise you may be injured acci dentally straining yourself e Use only engine oil with the recomme
35. hen a tire is replaced adjustments are necessary to ensure continued normal operation of the tire pressure monitoring system As with wheel replacement there fore you should have the work performed by a SUBARU dealer If the low tire pressure warning light does not illuminate briefly after the ignition switch is turned ON or the light illuminates steadily after blink ing for approximately one minute you should have your Tire Pressure Monitoring System checked at a SUBARU dealer as soon as possi ble If this light illuminates while driving never brake suddenly and keep driving straight ahead while gradu ally reducing speed Then slowly pull off the road to a safe place Otherwise an accident involving serious vehicle damage and serious personal injury could occur If this light still illuminates while driving after adjusting the tire pres sure a tire may have significant damage and a fast leak that causes the tire to lose air rapidly If you have a flat tire replace it with a spare tire 11 31 as soon as possible When a spare tire is mounted or a wheel rim is replaced without the original pressure sensor transmitter being transferred the low tire pres sure warning light will illuminate steadily after blinking for approxi mately one minute This indicates the TPMS is unable to monitor all four road wheels Contact your SUBARU dealer as soon as possible for tire and sensor replacement and or system r
36. ifferential gear oil other than the specified oil may cause a decline in vehicle performance Maintenance and service Rear differential gear oil Power steering fluid STI W Checking the fluid level The power steering fluid expands greatly as its temperature rises the fluid level differs according to fluid temperature Therefore the reservoir tank has two different checking ranges for hot and cold fluids Check the power steering fluid level monthly 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine 2 Check the fluid level of the reservoir tank When the fluid is hot after the vehicle has been run Check that the oil level is between HOT MIN and HOT MAX on 11 23 the surface of the reservoir tank When the fluid is cool before the vehicle is run Check that the oil level is between COLD MIN and COLD MAX on the surface of the reservoir tank 3 If the fluid level is lower than the applicable MIN line add the recom mended fluid as necessary to bring the level between the MIN and MAX line If the fluid level is extremely low it may indicate possible leakage Consult your SUBARU dealer for an inspection AX WARNING Be careful not to burn yourself because the fluid may be hot AX CAUTION e When power steering fluid is being added use only clean fluid and be careful not to allow any dirt into the tank And never use different brands together
37. ification contact your SUBARU deal er Maintenance and service Brake pedal m Checking the brake pedal reserve distance B00378 1 More than 2 56 in 65 mm Depress the pedal with a force of approxi mately 66 Ibf 294 N 30 kgf and measure the distance between the upper surface of the pedal pad and the floor When the measurement is smaller than the specification or when the pedal does not operate smoothly contact with your SUBARU dealer 11 27 Clutch pedal MT models Check the clutch pedal free play and reserve distance according to the main tenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet m Checking the clutch function Check the clutch engagement and disen gagement 1 With the engine idling check that there are no abnormal noises when the clutch pedal is depressed and that shifting into 1st or reverse feels smooth 2 Start the vehicle by releasing the pedal slowly to check that the engine and transmission smoothly couple without any sign of slippage CONTINUED 11 28 maintenance and service Hill start assist system m Checking the clutch pedal free play B00377 1 0 16 0 43 in 4 0 11 0 mm Lightly depress the clutch pedal down with your finger until you feel resistance and check the free play If the free play is not within proper specification contact your SUBARU deal er Hill start assist system Ensure that the Hill start assist
38. lant brake fluid or any other fluid on hot engine components This may cause a fire Always remove the key from the ignition switch or turn the push button ignition switch to the OFF position When the igni tion switch is in the ON posi tion the cooling fan may operate suddenly even when the engine is stopped Before performing any servicing on a vehicle equipped with a remote engine start system a dealer option temporarily place that system in the service mode to prevent it from unexpectedly starting the engine E When checking or servicing in the engine compartment E is o pee yee ie NONN ae NOT i BO1414 4 OX a e Do not contact the drive belt cover while checking the compo nents in the engine compart ment Doing so may cause your hand to slip off the cover and result in an unexpected injury e Do not touch the oil filter until the engine has cooled down comple tely Doing so may result in a burn or other injury Note that the oil filter becomes very hot when the engine is running and re mains hot for some time after the engine has stopped e Do not apply force on the fender insulator by placing your hands Maintenance and service Maintenance tips on it etc Deformation of the insulator and its mount may occur E When checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running A running engine can be dangerous Keep your
39. m headlight ccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 11 43 Low beam headlight models without LED headlights front side marker light if equipped parking light models without LED headlights and front turn signal light 11 45 Front fog light if equipped ceeeeeeeeeeees 11 46 Rear combination lights ccceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 11 47 License plate light wicecnsiewesscienscdccnwscmeswemesomneeinne 11 48 Other bulbs ccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeees 11 48 Battery replacement cccceeeceeceeeeeeeeseenees 11 49 Replacing access key battery cceeeeeeees 11 49 Replacing transmitter battery cceceeeeees 11 50 Maintenance schedule The scheduled maintenance items re quired to be serviced at regular intervals are shown in the Warranty and Main tenance Booklet For details of your maintenance schedule read the separate Warranty and Main tenance Booklet NOTE For models with a multi function dis play you can set a reminder to be displayed when a scheduled mainte nance item is almost due For details refer to Maintenance settings 3 78 Maintenance and service Maintenance schedule Maintenance precautions When maintenance and service are re quired it is recommended that all work be done by an authorized SUBARU dealer If you perform maintenance and service by yourself you should familiarize yourself wit
40. nded grade and vis cosity e Be careful not to spill engine oil when adding it If oil touches the exhaust pipe it may cause a bad smell smoke and or a fire If engine oil gets on the exhaust pipe be sure to wipe it off E Engine oil consumption Some engine oil will be consumed while driving Under the following conditions oil consumption can be increased and thus require refilling between maintenance intervals e When the engine is new and within the break in period e When the engine oil is of lower quality e When the incorrect oil viscosity is used e When engine braking is employed e When the engine is operated at high engine speeds e When the engine is operated under heavy loads e When the engine idles for long periods of time e When the vehicle is operated in stop and go and or heavy traffic situations e When the vehicle is used under severe thermal conditions e When the vehicle accelerates and decelerates frequently Under these or similar conditions you should check your oil at least every 2nd fuel fill up and change your engine oil more frequently If your oil consumption rate is greater than 1 quart every 1 200 miles or 1 liter every 2 000 kilometers contact your SUBARU dealer who may perform a test under controlled conditions m Checking the oil level 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine If you check the oil level just after stopping the engine wait a few minutes f
41. of each tire including the spare at least once a month for example during a fuel stop and before any long journey 800578 Tire placard Check the tire pressures when the tires are cold Use a pressure gauge to adjust the tire pressures to the values shown on the tire placard The tire placard is located on the door pillar on the driver s side Driving even a short distance warms up the tires and increases the tire pressures Also the tire pressures are affected by the outside temperature It is best to check tire pressure outdoors before driving the vehicle When a tire becomes warm the air inside it expands causing the tire pressure to increase Be careful not to mistakenly release air from a warm tire to reduce its pressure NOTE e The air pressure in a tire increases by approximately 4 3 psi 30 kPa 0 3 kgf cm when the tire becomes warm e The tires are considered cold when the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or has been driven less than one mile 1 6 km Do not let air out of warm tires to adjust pressure Doing so will result in low tire pressure Incorrect tire pressures detract from con trollability and ride comfort and they cause the tires to wear abnormally e Correct tire pressure tread worn evenly BO0050 Roadholding is good and steering is responsive Rolling resistance is low so fuel consumption is also lower Maintenance and service Tires and
42. oing so can dangerously re duce controllability resulting in an accident E Wheel replacement When replacing wheels due for example to damage make sure the replacement wheels match the specifications of the wheels that are fitted as standard equip ment Replacement wheels are available from SUBARU dealers Use only those wheels that are specified for your vehicle Wheels not meeting specifications could interfere with brake caliper opera tion and may cause the tires to rub against the wheel well housing dur ing turns The resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident NOTE When any of the wheels are removed and replaced for tire rotation or to change a flat tire always check the tightness of the wheel nuts after driv ing approximately 600 miles 1 000 km If any nut is loose tighten it to the specified torque Aluminum wheels Aluminum wheels can be scratched and damaged easily Handle them carefully to maintain their appearance performance and safety e When any of the wheels are removed and replaced for tire rotation or to change a flat tire always check the tightness of the wheel nuts after driving approximately 600 miles 1 000 km If any nut is loose tighten it to the specified torque e Never apply oil to the threaded parts wheel nuts or tapered surface of the wheel e Never let the wheel rub against sharp protrusions or curbs e When wheel nuts balance weights or
43. olant touches the exhaust pipe it may cause a bad smell smoke and or a fire If engine coolant gets on the exhaust pipe be sure to wipe it off Do not splash the engine coolant over painted parts The alcohol contained in the engine coolant may damage the paint surface wv Changing the coolant It may be difficult to change the coolant Have the coolant changed by your SUBARU dealer if necessary The coolant should be changed according to the maintenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet Air cleaner element Do not operate the engine with the air cleaner element removed The air cleaner element not only filters intake air but also stops flames if the engine backfires If the air cleaner element is not installed when the engine backfires you could be burned When replacing the air cleaner ele ment use a genuine SUBARU air cleaner element If it is not used there is the possibility of causing a negative effect to the engine The air cleaner element functions as a filter screen When the element is perfo rated or removed engine wear will be excessive and engine life shortened It is not necessary to clean or wash the air cleaner element E Replacing the air cleaner element Replace the air cleaner element according to the maintenance schedule in the Warranty and Maintenance Booklet Un der extremely dusty conditions replace it more frequently It is recommen
44. om controllability ride comfort braking performance speedometer accuracy and odometer accuracy It also creates incor rect body to tire clearances and inappro priately changes the vehicle s ground clearance All four tires must be the same in terms of manufacturer brand tread pattern con struction and size You are advised to replace the tires with new ones that are identical to those fitted as standard equip ment For safe vehicle operation SUBARU recommends replacing all four tires at the same time e When replacing or installing tire s all four tires must be the same for the following items a Size b Circumference c Speed symbol d Load index e Construction f Manufacturer g Brand tread pattern h Degrees of wear For items a to d you must obey the specification that is printed on the tire placard The tire placard is located on the driver s door pillar If all four tires are not the same in items a to h there is a possi bility that it may lead to serious mechanical damage to the drive train of your car and affect the following factors Ride Handling Braking Speedometer Odometer calibration Clearance between the body and the tires It also may be dangerous and lead to loss of vehicle control and it can lead to an accident e Use only radial tires Do not use radial tires together with belted bias tires and or bias ply tires D
45. or the oil to drain back into the oil pan before checking the level STI 1 2 Oil level gauge Oil filler cap B01428 BO1427 Except STI 1 Oil level gauge 2 Oil filler cap 3 Oil filter 2 Pull out the level gauge wipe it clean and insert it again 3 Be sure the level gauge is correctly inserted until it stops B01429 Notch Full level Low level Approximately 1 1 US qt 1 0 liter 0 9 Imp qt from low level to full level Maintenance and service Engine oil 11 13 Except STI 1 Full level 2 Low level 3 Approximately 1 1 US qt 1 0 liter 0 9 Imp qt from low level to full level 4 Pull out the oil level gauge again 5 STI Check the oil level on the gauge If the oil level is below the low level mark add oil so that the full level is reached Except STI Check the oil levels on both sides of the level gauge The engine oil level must be judged by the lowest of the two levels If the oil level is below the low level mark add oil so that the full level is reached CONTINUED 11 14 maintenance and service Engine oil e For models except STI be careful not to touch the engine oil filter when removing the oil filler cap Doing so may result in a burn a pinched finger or may cause some other injury e Use only engine oil with the recommended grade and vis cosity e Be careful not to spill engine oil when adding it If oil touches the exhaust pipe it ma
46. orrect wheel alignment causes the tires to wear on one side and reduces the vehicle s running stability Contact your SUBARU dealer if you notice abnormal tire wear NOTE The suspension system is designed to hold each wheel at a certain alignment relative to the other wheels and to the road for optimum straight line stability and cornering performance WE Wear indicators B00327 1 New tread 2 Worn tread 3 Tread wear indicator Each tire incorporates a tread wear indicator which becomes visible when the depth of the tread grooves decreases to 0 063 in 1 6 mm A tire must be replaced when the tread wear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread When a tire s tread wear indicator becomes visible the tire is worn beyond the acceptable limit and must be replaced immediately With a tire in this condition driving at high speeds in wet weather can cause the vehicle to hydroplane The resulting loss of vehicle control can lead to an accident NOTE For safety inspect tire tread regularly and replace the tires before their tread wear indicators become visible W Tire rotation direction mark 4 ROTATION NE B00550 Example of tire rotation direction mark 1 Front If the tire has the rotation direction specification the tire rotation direction mark is placed on its sidewall When you install a tire that has the tire rotation direction mark install the tire with the dire
47. ps are frequently made or when driving in extremely cold weather Vv Changing the oil filter It may be difficult to change the oil filter Have the oil filter changed by your SUBARU dealer if necessary Vv Changing the oil 1 Warm up the engine by letting the engine idle for approximately 10 minutes to ease draining the engine oil 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine 3 Remove the oil filler cap B01433 STI BO1434 Except STI 4 Drain out the engine oil by removing the drain plug while the engine is still warm The used oil should be drained into an appropriate container and disposed of properly AX WARNING Be careful not to burn yourself with hot engine oil 5 Wipe the seating surface of the drain plug with a clean cloth and tighten it securely with a new sealing washer after the oil has completely drained out AX CAUTION Thoroughly wipe off any engine oil that has spilled over the exhaust pipe and or under cover If spilled oil is not promptly wiped up the oil could cause a fire 6 Pour engine oil through the filler neck For the oil capacity guideline refer to Engine oil 12 4 The oil quantity indicated above is only guideline The necessary quantity of oil depends on the quantity of oil that has been drained The quantity of drained oil differs slightly depending on the temperature of the oil and the time the oil is left flowing out After
48. see that the low tire pressure warning light turns off a few minutes later If the low tire pressure warning light does not turn off the tire pressure monitoring system may not be functioning normally In this event 30 F 1 C 10 F 12 C 10 F 23 C go to a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected as soon as possible While the vehicle is driven friction be tween tires and the road surface causes the tires to warm up After illumination of the low tire pressure warning light any increase in the tire pressures caused by an increase in the outside air temperature or by an increase in the temperature in the tires can cause the low tire pressure warning light to turn off System resetting is necessary when the wheels are changed for example a switch to snow tires and new TPMS valves are installed on the newly fitted wheels Have this work performed by a SUBARU dealer following wheel replace ment It may not be possible to install TPMS valves on certain wheels that are on the market Therefore if you change the wheels for example a switch to snow tires use wheels that have the same part number as the standard equipment wheels Without four operational TPMS valve sensors on the wheels the TPMS will not fully function and the warning light on the combination meter will illuminate steadily after blinking for approximately one minute Maintenance and service Tires and wheels W
49. t head screwdriver as shown in the illustration 2 Remove the entire clip by pulling it up wW Reinstalling clips V Type A clips V Type B clips Maintenance and service Maintenance tips 11 7 B01024 B00925 V Type C clips D V Type D clips 8 B01416 B00799 CONTINUED 11 8 maintenance and service Engine hood V Type E clips BO1420 Insert the clip without the center portion first and then push the center portion of the clip into the hole V Type F clips B01421 Insert the clip without the head first and then push the head of the clip into the hole Engine hood To open the hood 1 If the wiper blades are lifted off the windshield return them to their original position B01422 2 Pull the hood release knob under the instrument panel B01423 3 Release the secondary hood release by moving the lever between the front grille and the hood toward the left 4 Lift up the hood To close the hood 1 Lower the hood to a height of approxi mately 11 8 in 30 cm above its closed position and then let it drop 2 After closing the hood be sure the hood is securely locked If this does not close the hood release it from a slightly higher position Do not push the hood forcibly to close it It could deform the metal Always check that the hood is properly locked before you start driving If it is not it might fly open while t
50. the center cap is replaced be sure to replace them with genuine SUBARU parts designed for aluminum wheels Maintenance and service Aluminum wheels Windshield washer fluid Never use engine coolant as washer fluid because it could cause paint damage 303170 When there is only a small amount of washer fluid remaining the windshield washer fluid warning indicator will illumi nate When this occurs refill the washer fluid as follows 11 37 BO1448 Remove the washer tank filler cap then add windshield washer fluid until it reaches the FULL mark on the tank If windshield washer fluid is unavailable use clean water In areas where water freezes in winter use an anti freeze type windshield washer fluid SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid contains 58 5 methyl alcohol and 41 5 surfactant by volume Its freezing tem perature varies according to how much it is diluted as indicated in the following table CONTINUED 11 38 maintenance and service Replacement of wiper blades Washer Fluid Freezing Concentration Temperature 30 10 4 F 12 C 50 4 F 20 C 100 49 F 45 C In order to prevent freezing of washer fluid check the freezing temperatures in the table above when adjusting the fluid concentration to the outside temperature If you fill the reservoir tank with a fluid with a different concentration from the one used previously purge the old fluid from the piping betwe
51. they are the same brand A CAUTION e Clutch fluid absorbs moisture from the air Any absorbed moist ure can cause improper clutch operation If the vehicle requires frequent refilling there may be a leak If you suspect a problem have the vehicle checked at your SUBARU dealer B01478 e When clutch fluid is added be careful not to allow any dirt into 1 MAX level line the tank 2 The clutch fluid level must be checked in e Never splash the clutch fluid over this area painted surfaces or rubber parts 3 MIN level line CONTINUED 1 1 26 Maintenance and service Brake booster Check the fluid level monthly Check the fluid level on the outside of the reservoir Because this reservoir is used for both the brake and clutch systems and has chambers for each system be sure to check the fluid level for the clutch system at the inboard side of the reservoir shaded area in the illustration If the fluid level is below MIN add the recom mended clutch fluid to MAX Use only clutch fluid from a sealed container E Recommended clutch fluid Refer to Fluids 12 7 Never use different brands of clutch fluid together Also avoid mixing DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids even if they are the same brand Brake booster If the brake booster does not operate as described in the following have it checked by your SUBARU dealer 1 With the engine off depress the brake p
52. wheels e Abnormally low tire pressure tread worn at shoulders B00051 Rolling resistance is high so fuel con sumption is also higher 11 33 e Abnormally high tire pressure tread worn in center B00052 Ride comfort is poor Also the tire magnifies the effects of road surface bumps and dips possibly resulting in vehicle damage If the tire placard shows tire pressures for the vehicle when fully loaded adjust the tire pressures to the values that match current loading conditions Driving at high speeds with exces sively low tire pressures can cause the tires to deform severely and to rapidly become hot A sharp in crease in temperature could cause tread separation and destruction of CONTINUED 11 34 Maintenance and service Tires and wheels the tires The resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident E Wheel balance Each wheel was correctly balanced when your vehicle was new but the wheels will become unbalanced as the tires become worn during use Wheel imbalance causes the steering wheel to vibrate slightly at certain vehicle speeds and detracts from the vehicle s straight line stability It can also cause steering and suspension sys tem problems and abnormal tire wear If you suspect that the wheels are not correctly balanced have them checked and adjusted by your SUBARU dealer Also have them adjusted after tire repairs and after tire rotation Loss of c
53. y Since the cool ant is under pressure you may suffer serious burns from a spray of boiling hot coolant when the cap is removed Be careful of the rotating cooling fan when the engine hood is open When the engine tempera ture is high the cooling fan in the engine compartment may oper ate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position even if the engine is stopped Touch ing the cooling fan while it is rotating may result in injury e Vehicles are filled at the factory with SUBARU Super Coolant that does not require the first change for 11 years 137 500 miles 11 years 220 000 km This coolant should not be mixed with any other brand or type of coolant during this period Mixing with a different coolant will reduce the life of the coolant Should it be necessary to top up the coolant for any reason use only SUBARU Super Coolant If the SUBARU Super Coolant is diluted with another brand or type the maintenance interval is shortened to that of the mixing coolant e Do not splash the engine coolant over painted parts The alcohol contained in the engine coolant may damage the paint surface E Cooling fan hose and con nections Your vehicle employs an electric cooling fan which is thermostatically controlled to operate when the engine coolant reaches a specific temperature lf the radiator cooling fan does not operate even when the engine coolant tempera ture gauge exceeds the
54. y cause a bad smell smoke and or a fire If engine oil gets on the exhaust pipe be sure to wipe it off e Ifthe level gauge is not pulled out easily twist the level gauge right and left then pull it out Other wise you may be injured acci dentally straining yourself To add engine oil remove the engine oil filler cap and slowly pour engine oil through the filler neck After pouring oil into the engine you must use the level gauge to confirm that the oil level is correct For models STI just after driving or while the engine is warm the engine oil level reading may be in a range between the upper level and the notch mark This is caused by thermal expansion of the engine oil NOTE To prevent overfilling the engine oil do not add any additional oil above the upper level when the engine is cold WE Changing the oil and oil filter If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Do not dispose of used engine oil by placing it in the trash or by pouring it onto the ground into sewers or into any body of water Check with your local government office for the proper disposal options available to you Change the oil and oil filter according to the maintenance schedule in the War ranty and Maintenance Booklet The engine oil and oil filter must be changed more frequently than listed in the maintenance schedule when driving on dusty roads when short tri
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