clutch SUBARU LEGACY 2016 6.G User Guide

Engine compartment overview
&2.5 L models
1) Brake fluid reservoir/Clutch fluid reservoir
(MT) (page 11-19)
2) Fuse box (page 11-38)
3) Windshield washer tank (page 11-32)
4) Battery (page 11-37)
5) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-11)
6) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-14)
7) Radiator cap (page 11-14)
8) Engine oil filter (page 11-13)
9) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-11)
10) Air cleaner case (page 11-15) Maintenance and service/Engine compartment overview
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Maintenance and service/Brake fluid
Alcohol contained in the brake
fluid may damage them.
.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
off.
The reservoir has two chambers, one for
clutch fluid and the other for brake fluid.
Each fluid level must therefore be checked
in the appropriate chamber. Check the
fluid level on the outside of the reservoir
monthly.
3.6 L models
1)“MAX”level line
2)“MIN”level line
A) The brake fluid level must be checked in
this area.
For 3.6 L models,be sure to check the
brake fluid level on theoutboard side of
the reservoir(shaded area in the illustra-
tion). It cannot be checked on the inboard
side of the reservoir. If the fluid level is
below“MIN”, add the recommended brake
fluid to“MAX”. Use only brake fluid from a
sealed container.
2.5 L models
1)“MAX”level line
2)“MIN”level line
A) The brake fluid level must be checked in
this area.
For 2.5 L models,be sure to check the
brake fluid level at thefront part of the
reservoir(shaded area in the illustration).
If the fluid level is below“MIN”, add the
recommended brake fluid to“MAX”. Use
only brake fluid from a sealed container.
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&Recommended brake fluid
Refer to“Fluids”F12-8.
CAUTION
Never use different brands of brake
fluid together. Also, avoid mixing
DOT 3 and DOT 4 brake fluids even if
they are the same brand.
Clutch fluid (MT models)
&Checking the fluid level
WARNING
Never let clutch fluid contact your
eyes because clutch fluid can be
harmful to your eyes. If clutch fluid
gets in your eyes, immediately flush
them thoroughly with clean water.
For safety, when performing this
work, wearing eye protection is
advisable.
CAUTION
.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.
.When clutch fluid is added, be
careful not to allow any dirt into
the tank.
.Never splash the clutch fluid over
painted surfaces or rubber parts.Alcohol contained in the clutch
fluid may damage them.
.Be careful not to spill clutch fluid
when adding it. If clutch fluid
touches the exhaust pipe, it may
cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or
a fire. If clutch fluid gets on the
exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it
off.
.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.
1)“MAX”level line
2)“MIN”level line
A) The clutch fluid level must be checked in
this area. Maintenance and service/Clutch fluid (MT models)
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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 theinboard 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.
&Recommended clutch fluid
Refer to“Fluids”F12-8.
CAUTION
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 procedure, have
it checked by your SUBARU dealer.
1. With the engine off, depress the brake
pedal 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 1 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.
Brake pedal
Check the brake pedal free play and
reserve distance according to the main-
tenance schedule in the“Warranty and
Maintenance Booklet”.
&Checking the brake pedal
free play
1) 0.02–0.11 in (0.5–2.7 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 lbf
(10 N, 1 kgf).
If the free play is not within proper
specification, contact your SUBARU deal-
er.
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&Checking the brake pedal
reserve distance
1) More than 2.56 in (65 mm)
Depress the pedal with a force of approxi-
mately 66 lbf (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.
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”.
&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.
&Checking the clutch pedal
free play
1) 0.19–0.44 in (5–11 mm)
Lightly press 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.
Maintenance and service/Clutch pedal (MT models)11-23

Specifications/Specifications
&Fluids
Fluid
Fluid type*1Fluid capacity*2Remarks*3
Continuously variable transmission
fluid (CVT models)Consult your SUBARU dealer.2.5 L models: 12.0 US qt (11.4 liters,
10.0 Imp qt)
3.6 L models: 13.4 US qt (12.7
liters, 11.2 Imp qt)“Continuously variable trans-
mission fluid”F11-19
Brake fluid
FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4
brake fluid–“Brake fluid”F11-19
Clutch fluid (MT models)
FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4
brake fluid–“Clutch fluid (MT models)”F11 -
21
*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
2.5 L models
MT models 8.0 US qt (7.6 liters, 6.7 Imp qt)
SUBARU Super Coolant CVT models 8.2 US qt (7.8 liters, 6.9 Imp qt)
3.6 L models7.4 US qt (7.0 liters, 6.2 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”F11-14.
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Booster seat.............................................................. 1-34
Bottle holder................................................................ 6-9
Brake
Assist................................................................... 7-32
Booster........................................................ 7-32, 11-22
Disc..................................................................... 12-9
Fluid............................................................ 11-19, 12-8
Pad ..................................................................... 11-24
Parking................................................................. 7-42
Pedal.................................................................. 11-22
System................................................................. 7-32
Brake pedal
Free play............................................................. 11-22
Reserve distance.................................................. 11-23
Brake system............................................................ 7-32
Warning light......................................................... 3-18
Braking..................................................................... 7-32
Tips...................................................................... 7-32
Breaking-in of new brake pads................................... 11-24
BSD/RCTA................................................................ 7-53
Approach indicator light/warning buzzer.................... 7-56
OFF indicator........................................ 3-31, 3-38, 7-56
OFF switch........................................................... 7-59
Warning indicator................................... 3-31, 3-38, 7-58
Warning volume..................................................... 3-42
Bulb
Chart.................................................................. 12-14
Replacing............................................................. 11-40C
Cargo area
Cover.................................................................... 6-16
Light............................................................. 6-3, 11-49
Tie-down hooks...................................................... 6-19
Catalytic converter....................................................... 8-3
Center
Console................................................................. 6-6
Changing
Coolant............................................................... 11-15
Flat tire.................................................................. 9-5
Oil and oil filter..................................................... 11-13
Charge warning light................................................... 3-15
CHECK ENGINE warning light/Malfunction indicator
light....................................................................... 3-15
Checking
Brake pedal free play............................................ 11-22
Brake pedal reserve distance................................. 11-23
Clutch function..................................................... 11-23
Clutch pedal free play........................................... 11-23
Coolant level........................................................ 11-14
Fluid level (brake fluid).......................................... 11-19
Fluid level (clutch fluid).......................................... 11-21
Fluid level (washer fluid)........................................ 11-32
Oil level (engine oil).............................................. 11-11
Child restraint systems................................................ 1-27
Installation of a booster seat.................................... 1-34
Installation with A/ELR seatbelt................................ 1-30
Lower and tether anchorages
................................... 1-35
Top tether anchorages............................................ 1-38
Child safety................................................................... 4
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14-4Index
Locks................................................................... 2-33
Chime
Key ........................................................................ 3-4
Light..................................................................... 3-43
Seatbelt................................................................ 3-12
Cleaning
Aluminum wheels................................................... 10-3
Interior.................................................................. 10-5
Ventilation grille....................................................... 4-9
Climate control system................................................. 4-3
Automatic................................................................ 4-5
Manual................................................................... 4-6
Clock........................................................................ 3-32
Clutch
Fluid............................................................ 11-21, 12-8
Pedal.................................................................. 11-23
Coat hook................................................................. 6-13
Console...................................................................... 6-6
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)..................... 7-25
Fluid............................................................ 11-19, 12-8
Oil temperature warning light (AT OIL TEMP)............ 3-16
Coolant............................................................ 11-14, 12-8
Cooling system......................................................... 11-14
Corrosion protection................................................... 10-4
Crossbars................................................................. 8-14
Cruise control............................................................ 7-49
Indicator................................................................ 3-30
Set indicator.......................................................... 3-30
Cup holder.................................................................. 6-8
Front passenger’s .................................................... 6-8
Rear passenger’s..................................................... 6-9D
Daytime running light system....................................... 3-46
Defogger................................................................... 3-54
Defrosting................................................................... 4-9
Deicer....................................................................... 3-54
Differential gear oil
Front........................................................... 11-19, 12-7
Rear........................................................... 11-19, 12-7
Dimensions................................................................ 12-2
Disarming the alarm system......................................... 2-32
Disc brake pad wear warning indicators........................ 7-33
Dome light......................................................... 6-2, 11-48
Door
Locks..................................................................... 2-6
Open indicator light................................................. 3-22
Step light............................................................. 11-48
Unlock selection function................................. 2-17, 3-42
Double trip meter......................................................... 3-9
Drive belts............................................................... 11-18
Driving
All-Wheel Drive warning light................................... 3-22
AWD vehicles......................................................... 8-5
Car phone/cell phone
.................................................. 7
Drinking..................................................................... 6
Drugs........................................................................ 6
Foreign countries..................................................... 8-4
Off road.................................................................. 8-6
Pets.......................................................................... 7
Snowy and icy roads.............................................. 8-10
Tips ................................................. 7-24, 7-30, 8-2, 8-5
Tired or sleepy........................................................... 6

Winter.................................................................... 8-8
E
ECO gauge............................................................... 3-11
Electrical system........................................................ 12-9
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) system.......... 7-34
Warning................................................................ 3-19
Electronic parking brake.............................................. 7-42
Automatic release function by accelerator pedal......... 7-44
Hill Holder............................................................. 7-45
Indicator light......................................................... 3-20
Warning........................................................ 3-20, 7-47
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)............................. 1-17
Engine
Compartment overview........................................... 11-9
Coolant........................................................ 11-14, 12-8
Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)............................. 5, 8-2
Hood.................................................................... 11-7
Low oil level warning indicator................................. 3-16
Oil............................................................... 11-11, 12-4
Overheating.......................................................... 9-13
Starting & stopping........................................... 7-9, 7-12
Event data recorder......................................................... 8
Exterior care.............................................................. 10-2
F
Flat tires..................................................................... 9-5
Floor mat.................................................................. 6-15
Fluid level
Brake.................................................................. 11-19
Clutch.................................................................. 11-21Continuously variable transmission......................... 11-19
Fog light
Bulb.......................................................... 11-42, 12-14
Indicator light......................................................... 3-31
Steering responsive fog lights system....................... 3-49
Switch................................................................... 3-49
Front
Differential gear oil........................................ 11-19, 12-7
Seatbelt pretensioners............................................ 1-24
Side marker light.................................................. 11-42
Turn signal light.................................................... 11-42
Front seats................................................................. 1-2
Forward and backward adjustment............................ 1-4
Head restraint adjustment......................................... 1-8
Memory function...................................................... 1-6
Power seat............................................................. 1-5
Reclining................................................................ 1-4
Seat height adjustment (driver’s seat)........................ 1-4
Fuel........................................................................... 7-3
Consumption indicator............................................. 3-36
Economy hints........................................................ 8-2
Filler lid and cap...................................................... 7-4
Gauge................................................................... 3-10
Requirements................................................. 7-3, 12-3
Fuses
..................................................................... 11-38
Fuses and circuits.................................................... 12-10
G
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ............................... 8-14
Glove box................................................................... 6-6
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)........................... 8-14
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Wiper and washer switch........................................ 3-53
Wiper blades........................................................ 11-35
Recommended
Brake fluid............................................................. 12-8
Clutch fluid............................................................ 12-8
Continuously variable transmission fluid.................... 12-8
Engine oil.............................................................. 12-4
Front differential gear oil......................................... 12-7
Manual transmission oil.......................................... 12-7
Rear differential gear oil.......................................... 12-7
Spark plugs........................................................... 12-9
Refueling.................................................................... 7-4
Remote engine start system........................................ 7-15
Remote keyless entry system...................................... 2-23
Replacement
Brake pad and lining............................................. 11-24
Wiper blades........................................................ 11-33
Replacing
Access key battery................................................ 11-50
Air cleaner element............................................... 11-15
Lost transmitters (remote keyless entry system)......... 2-27
Remote engine start transmitter battery..................... 7-21
Remote keyless entry transmitter battery.................. 11-51
Replacing bulbs.............................................. 11-40, 12-14
Backup light......................................................... 11-45
Cargo area light.................................................... 11-49
Dome light........................................................... 11-48
Door step light...................................................... 11-48
Front fog light....................................................... 11-42
Front side marker light........................................... 11-42
Front turn signal light............................................. 11-42Halogen headlight................................................. 11-40
HID headlight....................................................... 11-40
License plate light................................................. 11-47
Map light............................................................. 11-48
Rear combination light.......................................... 11-43
Rear side marker light........................................... 11-43
Rear turn signal light............................................. 11-43
Trunk light........................................................... 11-49
Rocking the vehicle.................................................... 8-12
Roof rails with integrated cross bars............................. 8-14
Rope hook................................................................. 8-18
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...................................................... 1-6
Power
.................................................................... 1-5
Rear..................................................................... 1-11
Seatbelt................................................................. 4, 1-16
Fastening.............................................................. 1-17
Maintenance.......................................................... 1-24
Pretensioners......................................................... 1-24
Safety tips............................................................. 1-16
Warning light and chime.......................................... 3-12
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