transmission fluid SUBARU FORESTER 2017 SJ / 4.G User Guide

&Fluids
Fluid
Fluid type*1Fluid capacity*2Remarks*3
Continuously variable transmission
fluid (CVT models) Consult your SUBARU dealer. Non-turbo models:
12.6 US qt
(11.9 liters, 10.5 Imp qt)
Turbo models: 13.1 US qt (12.4
liters, 10.9 Imp qt) “
Continuously variable trans-
mission fluid ”F 11-17
Brake fluid FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4
brake fluid –“
Brake fluid”F 11-18
Clutch fluid (MT models) FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4
brake fluid
–
“
Clutch fluid (MT models) ”F 11 -
19
*1: Use one of the indicated types of fluid.
*2: The indicated fluid quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors.
*3: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
& Engine coolant
Vehicle model Coolant capacity Coolant type
Non-turbo models MT models
7.8 US qt (7.4 liters, 6.5 Imp qt)
SUBARU Super Coolant
CVT models 8.0 US qt (7.6 liters, 6.7 Imp qt)
Turbo models CVT models 9.5 US qt (9.0 liters, 7.9 Imp qt)
The indicated coolant quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors. For more details about maintenance and service, refer to “Cooling system ”F 11-12. Specifications/Specifications
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14-4Index
Seatbelt................................................................ 3-14
Cigarette lighter ......................................................... 6-11
Cleaning
Aluminum wheels ................................................... 10-3
Interior .................................................................. 10-5
Ventilation grille ..................................................... 4-12
Climate control system ................................................. 4-3
Automatic ................................................................ 4-7
Manual ................................................................... 4-8
Clock ........................................................ 3-38, 3-59, 3-73
Clutch Fluid ............................................................ 11-19, 12-9
Pedal .................................................................. 11-21
Compass ....................................................... 3- 108, 3-109
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) ..................... 7-24
Fluid ............................................................ 11-17, 12-9
Coolant ............................................................ 11-13, 12-9
Temperature high warning light ................................ 3-17
Temperature low indicator light. ................................ 3-17
Cooling system ......................................................... 11-12
Corrosion protection ................................................... 10-4
Cruise control ............................................................ 7-53
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-32
Set indicator light ................................................... 3-32
Cup holder .................................................................. 6-7
Front passenger ’s .................................................... 6-7
Rear passenger ’s..................................................... 6-8
D
Daytime running light system ....................................... 3-98
Defogger .................................................................. 3-116 Defrosting
.................................................................. 4-11
Deicer ..................................................................... 3-116
Differential gear oil
Front ........................................................... 11-17, 12-7
Rear ........................................................... 11-17, 12-7
Dimensions ................................................................ 12-2
Disarming the alarm system ......................................... 2-29
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators ........................ 7-36
Dome light .................................................................. 6-2
Door Locks ..................................................................... 2-5
Open warning light. ................................................. 3-23
Double trip meter ........................................................ 3-10
Drive belts ............................................................... 11-16
Driving All-Wheel Drive warning light ................................... 3-23
AWD models ........................................................... 8-5
Car phone/cell phone .................................................. 7
Drinking. .................................................................... 6
Drugs ........................................................................\
6
Foreign countries ..................................................... 8-4
Pets ........................................................................\
.. 7
Snowy and icy roads ..............................................
8-10
Tips ................................................. 7-24, 7-31, 8-2, 8-5
Tired or sleepy ........................................................... 6
Winter .................................................................... 8-8
E
ECO gauge ............................................................... 3-12
Electrical system ...................................................... 12-10
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system ........... 7-38

Warning................................................................ 3-22
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR) ............................. 1-17
Engine
Compartment overview ........................................... 11-8
Coolant ........................................................ 11-13, 12-9
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide) ............................. 5, 8-2
Hood .................................................................... 11-7
Low oil level warning light ....................................... 3-18
Oil............................................................... 11-10, 12-4
Overheating .......................................................... 9-12
Starting & stopping ........................................... 7-9, 7-12
Event data recorder ......................................................... 9
Exterior care .............................................................. 10-2
F
Flat tires ..................................................................... 9-5
Floor mat .................................................................. 6-12
Fluid level Brake .................................................................. 11-18
Clutch .................................................................. 11-19
Continuously variable transmission (CVT) ................ 11-17
Fog light ................................................................. 3-102
Bulb .......................................................... 11-42, 12-16
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-33
Switch ................................................................ 3-102
Front Differential gear oil ........................................ 11-17, 12-7
Seatbelt pretensioners ............................................ 1-25
Side marker light ................................................... 11-41
Turn signal/Parking and front side marker light ......... 11-41
Front fog light ................................................. 3- 102, 11-42Bulb
.......................................................... 11-42, 12-16
Indicator light ......................................................... 3-33
Switch ................................................................. 3-102
Front seats ................................................................. 1-2
Forward and backward adjustment ............................ 1-4
Head restraint adjustment ......................................... 1-8
Memory function ...................................................... 1-5
Power seat ............................................................. 1-5
Reclining ................................................................ 1-4
Seat height adjustment (driver ’s seat) ........................ 1-4
Front side marker ..................................................... 11-41
Front turn signal/Parking and front side marker ............ 11-41
Fuel ........................................................................\
... 7-3
Consumption indicator ............................ 3-34, 3-41, 3-48
Economy hints ........................................................ 8-2
Filler lid and cap ...................................................... 7-5
Gauge ................................................................... 3-12
Requirements ................................................. 7-3, 12-3
Fuses ..................................................................... 11-37
Fuses and circuits .................................................... 12-12
G
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ............................... 8-14
Glove box ...................................................................
6-6
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ........................... 8-14
H
Hands-free phone system ............................................ 5-70
Hazard warning flasher .......................................... 3-8, 9-2
Head restraint adjustment Front seat ............................................................... 1-8
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How to adjust the rear view image........................... 5-24
Rear window Defogger .............................................................. 3-116
Wiper and washer switch ...................................... 3-106
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-34
Recommended Brake fluid. ............................................................ 12-9
Clutch fluid ................................................... 11-19, 12-9
Continuously variable transmission fluid .................... 12-9
Engine oil .............................................................. 12-4
Front differential gear oil ......................................... 12-7
Manual transmission oil .......................................... 12-7
Rear differential gear oil .......................................... 12-7
Spark plugs ......................................................... 12-10
Refueling .................................................................... 7-5
Remote engine start system ........................................ 7-14
Remote keyless entry system ...................................... 2-21
Replacement Brake pad and lining ............................................. 11-22
Wiper blades ........................................................ 11-32
Replacing Access key battery ................................................ 11-45
Air cleaner element ............................................... 11-14
Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system) ......... 2-24
Remote keyless entry transmitter battery .................. 11-46
Replacing bulbs .............................................. 11-39, 12-16
Backup light ......................................................... 11-42
Front fog light ....................................................... 11-42
Halogen headlight ................................................. 11-39
Headlight ............................................................. 11-39
License plate light ................................................. 11-44 Parking light
......................................................... 11-41
Rear combination light .......................................... 11-42
Rear turn signal light ............................................. 11-42
Stop light ............................................................. 11-42
Tail light. .............................................................. 11-42
Reverse Automatic Braking System . ............................. 7-66
Rocking the vehicle .................................................... 8-12
Roof molding and crossbar .......................................... 8-15
Roof rack .................................................................. 8-14
S
Safety Precautions when driving ............................................. 4
Symbol ...................................................................... 2
Warnings ................................................................... 2
Seat Fabric ................................................................... 10-5
Front ...................................................................... 1-2
Heater .................................................................... 1-9
Height adjustment .................................................... 1-4
Memory function ...................................................... 1-5
Power .................................................................... 1-5
Rear ..................................................................... 1-11
Seatbelt. ................................................................ 4, 1-16
Fastening ..............................................................
1-18
Maintenance .......................................................... 1-24
Pretensioners ......................................................... 1-25
Safety tips ............................................................. 1-16
Warning light and chime .......................................... 3-14
Security
Alarm system ......................................................... 2-25
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