Subaru Forester: Recommended fluid - Automatic transmission fluid - Maintenance and service - Subaru Forester Owner's ManualSubaru Forester: Recommended fluid

Refer to “Fluids”.

NOTE
Using any non-specified type of automatic transmission fluid could result in damage inside the transmission. When replacing the automatic transmission fluid, be sure to use the kind specified.

    Checking the fluid level when the fluid is cold
    When the fluid level has to be checked without time to warm up the automatic transmission, check to see that the fluid level is between the lower level and upper level on the “COLD” range. ...

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    To remove the cover
    1. Rewind the cover. 2. Push the switch that is next to the right end of the cover housing. 3. Take it off the retainer. ...