Subaru 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. ...
See also:
4WD lock system
4WD lock system (With Electronic Control 4WD) (If installed)
This 4WD system is designed for dividing the
power ratio automatically in normal driving conditions.
During off-road or low-frictio ...
Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system
The washer fluid reservoir is used for both the windshield washer system and
the headlamp cleaning system.
Vehicle components and their service products must match. You should, therefore,
only ...
If your vehicle gets stuck
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by
shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a
steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each g ...
