light SUBARU FORESTER 2017 SJ / 4.G Owners Manual

same or equivalent type of the
battery.
. Batteries should not be exposed
to excessive heat such as bright
sunlight, fire or the like.
NOTE
. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type of battery recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
. Dispose of used batteries according
to local laws.
. Mount the battery in the correct
orientation to prevent fluid leakage.
Be careful not to bend the terminals. It
may result in a malfunction.
. It is recommended that the battery
be replaced by a SUBARU dealer.
. Use a new battery.
. After replacing the battery, confirm
that the access key/transmitter func-
tions properly.
& Replacing battery of access
key
CAUTION
When removing or reinstalling the
access key cover, make sure that
the plastic part does not come off or
become misaligned.
Battery: Button battery CR2032
1) Release button
2) Mechanical key
1. Take out the mechanical key.
2. Wrap a flat-head screwdriver with vinyl
tape or a cloth, and insert it in the gap to
remove the cover.
3. Take out the battery using a flat-head
screwdriver with vinyl tape or a cloth.
Maintenance and service/Replacing key battery
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!Alternative engine oil
If the SUBARU approved oil is unavailable, the following alternative oil can be used.
NOTEEach quantity indicated here is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the
temperature and other factors.
!Non-turbo models
Oil grade SAE viscosity No. and
applicable temperature Engine oil capacity
API (American Petroleum Insti-
tute) classification SN with the
words
“
RESOURCE CONSERVING ”orILSAC GF-5, which can be
identified with the ILSAC certifi-
cation mark (Starburst mark) 0W-20 synthetic
oil is the required oil
for optimum engine performance and
protection. Conventional oil may be
used if synthetic oil is unavailable.
*: If 0W-20 synthetic oil is not available,
5W-30 or 5W-40 conventional oil may
be used if replenishment is needed but
should be changed to 0W-20 synthetic
oil at the next oil change.
– Adding the oil from low level to
full level:
1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9 Imp qt)
– Changing the oil and oil filter:
5.1 US qt (4.8 liters, 4.2 Imp qt)
Specifications/Specifications
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&Manual transmission, front differential and rear differential gear oil
Oil Manual transmission oil Front differential gear oil (CVT models)
Oil grade .
SUBARU Extra MT*3
.API classification GL-5 (75W-90)*4.SUBARU Extra MT*3
.API classification GL-5 (75W-90)
Oil capacity*
13.5 US qt (3.3 liters, 2.9 Imp qt) Non-turbo models 1.26 US qt (1.19 liters, 1.05 Imp qt)
Turbo models 1.5 US qt (1.4 liters, 1.2 Imp qt)
Remarks*
2“ Manual transmission oil ”F 11-17 “
Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and rear differential gear oil ”F 11-17
*1: The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors. After refilling the gearbox with oil, the oil level should be checked.
*2: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
*3: Equivalent to factory-filled oil.
*4: You may use this type of manual transmission oil. However, using this type of oil will detract from driveability and fuel efficiency. Specifications/Specifications
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Specifications/Specifications
OilRear differential gear oil
Oil grade API classification GL-5
SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature .
75W-90*
. 90
*: Recommended
Oil capacity*10.8 US qt (0.8 liters, 0.7 Imp qt)
Remarks*2“ Front differential gear oil (CVT models) and rear differential gear oil ”F 11-17
*1: The indicated oil quantity is only a guideline. The necessary quantity for replacement may differ slightly depending on the temperature and other
factors. After refilling the gearbox with oil, the oil level should be checked.
*2: For more details about maintenance and service, refer to the indicated section.
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&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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Specifications/Fuses and circuits
Fuses and circuits
&Fuse panel located in the passenger compartment
Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
1 20A .Trailer hitch connector
2 15A .Rear seat heater
3 15A .Door locking
4 10A .Front wiper deicer relay
5 10A .Combination meter
6 7.5A .Remote control rear
view mirrors
. Seat heater relay
7 15A .Combination meter
. Integrated unit
8 10A .Stop light
9 15A .Front wiper deicer
10 7.5A .D-OP +B
11 7.5A .Turn signal unit
12 15A .Transmission control
unit
. Engine control unit
. Integrated unit
13 20A .Accessory power outlet
(center console)
14 15A .Parking light
. Tail light
. Rear combination light
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Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
15 10A .Luggage light
. Keyless unit
16 7.5A .Illumination
17 15A .Seat heaters
18 10A .Backup light
19 7.5A .Wiper relay
20 10A .Accessory power outlet
(instrument panel)
21 10A .Starter relay
22 7.5A .Air conditioner
. Rear window defogger
relay coil
23 Empty
24 10A .Audio unit
. Navigation system (if
equipped)
25 15A .SRS airbag system
26 Empty
27 15A .Blower fan
28 15A .Blower fan
29 15A .Fog light
30 Empty Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
31 7.5A .Auto air conditioner unit
. Integrated unit
32 7.5A .Clutch switch
. Steering lock control
unit
33 7.5A .Vehicle Dynamics Con-
trol unit Specifications/Fuses and circuits
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Specifications/Fuses and circuits
&Fuse panel located in the engine compartment
A) Main fuse Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
1 30A .ABS unit
. Vehicle Dynamics Con-
trol unit
2 25A .Main fan (cooling fan)
3 25A .Sub fan (cooling fan)
4 Empty
5 25A .Audio
6 30A .Headlight (low beam)
7 15A .Headlight (high beam)
8 20A .Back-up
9 15A .Horn
10 25A .Rear window defogger
. Mirror heater
11 20A .Fuel pump
12 20A .Continuously variable
transmission control unit
13 7.5A .Engine control unit
14 15A .Turn and hazard warn-
ing flasher
15 15A .Tail and illumination re-
lay
16 7.5A .Alternator
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Fuse
panel Fuse
rating Circuit
17 Empty
18 Empty
19 15A .Headlight (low beam –
right hand)
20 15A .Headlight (low beam –
left hand) Specifications/Fuses and circuits
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Specifications/Bulb chart
Bulb chart
NOTE
Lights A, B, C, D, E and F are the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement.
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