transmission SUBARU FORESTER 2006 Owner's Guide

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Specifications
Specifications
SpecificationsThese specifications are subject to change without notice.„Dimensions
in (mm)
*1: Measured with vehicle empty
AT: Automatic transmission
MT: Manual transmission
Item
2.5-liter non-turbo models
2.5-liter turbo models
Drive system
AWD
Transmission type
AT
MT
AT
MT
Overall length
176.6 (4,485)
Overall width
68.3 (1,735)
Overall height
62.6 (1,590)
62.4 (1,585)
Wheel base
99.4 (2,525)
Tread
Front
58.9 (1,495)
Rear
58.5 (1,485)
Ground clearance*
1
8.07 (205)
7.87 (200)
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„Engine
„ Electrical systemEngine model
EJ253 (2.5-liter, SOHC, non-turbo)
EJ255 (2.5-liter, DOHC, turbo)
Engine type
Horizontally opposed, liquid cooled 4 cylinder, 4-stroke gasoline engine
Displacement cc (cu-in)
2,457 (150)
Bore × Stroke in (mm)
3.92 × 3.11 (99.5 × 79.0)
Compression ratio
10.0 : 1
8.4 : 1
Firing order
1 – 3 – 2 – 4
Battery type and capacity (5HR)
Manual transmission
12V-48AH (55D23L)
Automatic transmission
12V-52AH (75D23L)
Alternator
2.5-liter turbo models
12V-110A
2.5-liter non-turbo models
12V-90A
Spark plugs
2.5-liter non-turbo models
FR5AP-11 (NGK)
2.5-liter turbo models
ILFR6B (NGK)
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12-4
Specifications
„CapacitiesAT: Automatic transmission
MT: Manual transmissionFuel tank
15.9 US gal (60 liters, 13.2 Imp gal)
Engine oil
4.2 US qt (4.0 liters, 3.5 Imp qt)
Transmission oil
MT
3.7 US qt (3.5 liters, 3.1 Imp qt)
AT
9.8 US qt (9.3 liters, 8.2 Imp qt)
Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles)
1.3 US qt (1.2 liter, 1.1 Imp qt)
Rear differential gear oil
0.8 US qt (0.8 liter, 0.7 Imp qt)
Power steering fluid
0.7 US qt (0.7 liter, 0.6 Imp qt)
Engine coolant
2.5-liter non-turbo models
MT
7.3 US qt (6.9 liters, 6.1 Imp qt)
AT
7.2 US qt (6.8 liters, 6.0 Imp qt)
2.5-liter turbo models
MT
7.8 US qt (7.4 liters, 6.5 Imp qt)
AT
7.7 US qt (7.3 liters, 6.4 Imp qt)
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12-8
Specifications
Fuse panel
Fuse rating
Circuit
1
30A
y
Radiator cooling fan (Main)
2
30A
y
Radiator cooling fan (Sub)
3
50A
y
Vehicle Dynamics Control system
(Models with Vehicle Dynamics
Control system only)
30A
y
ABS motor
4
30A
y
Engine sensor (Non-turbo models
only)
5
20A
y
Rear window defogger
6
15A
y
Hazard warning flasher
y
Horn
7
15A
y
Turn signal lights
8
10A
y
Automatic transmission control unit
9
10A
y
Alternator
10
15A
y
Headlight (right side)
11
15A
y
Headlight (left side)
12
20A
y
Lighting switch
13
15A
y
Clock
y
Interior light
14
10A
y
Secondary air combination valve
(Turbo models only)
Fuse panel
Fuse rating
Circuit
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14-2
Index
A
ABS .................................................................................. 7-16Warning light ....................................................... 3-12, 7-17
Accessory power outlets .................................................... 6-8
Active head restraint ........................................................... 1-6
Air cleaner element ........................................................ 11-15
Air filtration system ........................................................... 4-12
Alarm system .................................................................... 2-12
All-Wheel Drive warning light (AT vehicles) ..................... 3-15
Aluminum wheel ............................................................. 11-34
Aluminum wheel cleaning ................................................. 10-3
Antenna system ................................................................. 5-2
Anti-lock brake system warning light (ABS) ............ 3-12, 7-16
Arming the system ............................................................ 2-13
Armrest ........................................................................ 1-9, 6-4
Ashtray .................................................................... 6-11, 10-5
Audio set ............................................................................ 5-3
Auto-dimming mirror/compass ......................................... 3-27
Automatic climate control system ....................................... 4-8
Automatic transmission .................................................... 7-10
Capacities .................................................................... 12-4
Fluid ........................................................................... 11-19
Selector lever ............................................................... 7-11
Shift lock release ......................................................... 7-14
Temperature warning (AT OIL TEMP) ......................... 3-12
Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (A/ELR) ........... 1-11
B
Battery ............................................................................ 11-39 Jump starting ................................................................. 9-7
Replacing (remote keyless entry) .................................. 2-8 Brake
Booster ...................................................................... 11-26
Fluid ........................................................................... 11-24
Pad and lining ............................................................ 11-28
Parking ....................................................................... 11-29
Pedal ..................................................................\
........ 11-26
System ......................................................................... 7-15
Warning light ................................................................ 3-14
Brake pedal .................................................................... 11-26 Free play .................................................................... 11-26
Reserve distance ....................................................... 11-27
Braking ............................................................................. 7-15
Braking tips ....................................................................... 7-15
Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings ..................... 11-28
Bulb Chart ............................................................................ 12-9
Replacing ................................................................... 11-43
C
Capacities .............................................................\
............ 12-4
Cargo area cover (if equipped) ......................................... 6-12
Cargo area light .................................................................. 6-2
Cargo tie-down hooks ....................................................... 6-14
Center console ................................................................... 6-4
Charge warning light ......................................................... 3-12
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator lamp ................................................................ 3-11
Child restraint systems ..................................................... 1-24 Installation with seatbelt ............................................... 1-27
Top tether anchorages ................................................. 1-34
Child safety ............................................................................ 5
Child safety locks .............................................................. 2-17
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Index
14-3
ChimeKey ................................................................................ 3-5
Seatbelt ................................................................ 1-12, 3-9
Cigarette lighter socket ....................................................... 6-9
Clock ................................................................................ 3-17
Clutch (MT) Fluid ........................................................................... 11-25
Pedal ..................................................................\
....... 11-27
Coat hook ......................................................................... 6-12
Convenience net ................................................................ 6-6
Coolant ........................................................................... 11-12
Cooling system ............................................................... 11-11
Corrosion protection ................................................ 8-10, 10-3
Cruise control ................................................................... 7-26
Cruise control indicator light ............................................. 3-16
Cup holders ........................................................................ 6-7
D
Dashboard storage compartment ....................................... 6-6
Daytime running light system ........................................... 3-19
Differential gear oil
Front (AT vehicles) .................................................... 11-21
Rear ........................................................................... 11-22
Dimensions ....................................................................... 12-2
Disarming the system ....................................................... 2-14
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ........................... 7-16
Dome light .......................................................................... 6-2
Door locks ........................................................................\
.. 2-4
Door open warning light ................................................... 3-15
Drive belt ........................................................................ 11-17
Driving Car phone/cell phone ....................................................... 7 Drinking ............................................................................. 6
Drugs ................................................................................ 6
Foreign countries ........................................................... 8-4
Pets ................................................................................... 7
Snowy and icy roads ...................................................... 8-9
Tired or sleepy .................................................................. 7
Driving tips ................................................................. 7-10, 8-5
E
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system ........... 7-18
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ................................ 1-11
Engine
Compartment overview ................................................ 11-6
Coolant ....................................................................... 11-12
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide) ................................... 8-2
Hood ...................................................................\
......... 11-4
Oil ................................................................................. 11-8
Overheating ................................................................. 9-10
Starting ........................................................................... 7-7
Stopping ...............................................................\
.......... 7-8
Exterior care ..................................................................... 10-2
F
Flat tires .............................................................................. 9-3
Floor mat ........................................................................... 6-11
Fluid level
Automatic transmission .............................................. 11-19
Brake .......................................................................... 11-24
Clutch (MT vehicles) .................................................. 11-25
Power steering ........................................................... 11-23
Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles) ........................... 11-21
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Index
14-5
M
Main fuse ........................................................................ 11-41
MaintenancePrecautions .................................................................. 11-3
Schedule ...................................................................... 11-3
Seatbelt ....................................................................... 1-19
Tools ............................................................................ 9-14
Malfunction indicator lamp ................................................ 3-11
Manual Climate control system .................................................. 4-3
Seat ............................................................................... 1-3
Transmission ................................................................. 7-9
Transmission oil ......................................................... 11-18
Map lights ........................................................................... 6-3
Maximum load limits ......................................................... 8-18
Meters and gauges ............................................................. 3-6
Mirrors .............................................................................. 3-26
Moonroof ................................................................. 2-21, 9-14
N
New vehicle break-in driving ............................................... 8-2
O
Odometer/Trip meter .......................................................... 3-6
Off road driving ................................................................... 8-6
Oil filter ............................................................................. 11-8
Oil level
Engine ......................................................................... 11-8
Manual transmission .................................................. 11-18
Rear differential ......................................................... 11-22
Oil pressure warning light ................................................. 3-12 Outside mirrors ................................................................. 3-28
Outside temperature indicator ............................................ 3-8
Overhead console ............................................................... 6-6
P
Parking brake ......................................................... 7-24, 11-29
Stroke ......................................................................... 11-29
Parking light switch ........................................................... 3-21
Parking your vehicle ......................................................... 7-24
Periodic inspections ............................................................ 8-4
Power Door locking switches .................................................... 2-6
Seat ................................................................................ 1-4
Steering ........................................................................ 7-15
Steering fluid level ...................................................... 11-23
Windows ...................................................................... 2-18
R
Rear Combination lights ..................................................... 11-46
Differential gear oil level ............................................. 11-22
Gate .................................................................... 2-20, 9-13
Seats .............................................................................. 1-7
Viscous limited slip differential (LSD) ........................... 7-14
Rear window Defogger button ........................................................... 3-25
Wiper and washer switch ............................................. 3-24
Wiper blade ................................................................ 11-37
Remote keyless entry system ............................................. 2-6
Replacing Air cleaner element .................................................... 11-15
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