Maintenance and service Maintenance schedule ....................................... Maintenance precautions................................... Before checking or servicing in the engine compartment.................................................... When you do checking or servicing in the engine compartment while the engine is running.......... 11-3 11-3 Automatic transmission fluid.......................... 11-22 Checking the fluid level.................................... Recommended fluid .........
Maintenance and service Parking brake stroke........................................ Tires and wheels .............................................. 11-32 11-33 Types of tires ................................................... Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if equipped)................................................... Tire inspection ................................................. Tire pressures and wear ................................... Wheel balance......................................
Maintenance and service Maintenance schedule Maintenance precautions The scheduled maintenance items required to be serviced at regular intervals are shown in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. When maintenance and service are required, it is recommended that all work be done by an authorized SUBARU dealer. For details of your maintenance schedule, read the separate “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
11-4 Maintenance and service guard against getting oil or fluids in your eyes. If something does get in your eyes, thoroughly wash them out with clean water. . Do not tamper with the wiring of the SRS airbag system or seatbelt pretensioner system, or attempt to take its connectors apart, as that may activate the system or it can render it inoperative. The wiring and connectors of these systems are yellow for easy identification. NEVER use a circuit tester for this wiring.
Maintenance and service Engine hood WARNING Always check that the hood is properly locked before you start driving. If it is not, it might fly open while the vehicle is moving and block your view, which may cause an accident and serious bodily injury. To open the hood: 1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the windshield, return them to their original position. 3. Release the secondary hood release by moving the lever between the front grille and the hood toward the left. 4. Lift up the hood. 2.
11-6 Maintenance and service Engine compartment overview 1) & Non-turbo models 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-26) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-20) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (page 11-23) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-28) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-22) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-27) Fuse box (page 11-46) Battery (page 11-45) Windshield washer tank (page 11-40) Engine oil filler cap (page 11
Maintenance and service & Turbo models except WRX STI 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) 11) 12) 13) 11-7 Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-26) Manual transmission oil level gauge (MT) (page 11-20) or Differential gear oil level gauge (AT) (page 11-23) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-28) Automatic transmission fluid level gauge (page 11-22) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-27) Fuse box (page 11-46) Battery (page 11-45) Windshield washer tank (page 11-40) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-9) Engine coolant
11-8 Maintenance and service & WRX STI 1) Power steering fluid reservoir (page 11-26) 2) Clutch fluid reservoir (page 11-28) 3) Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-27) 4) Fuse box (page 11-46) 5) Battery (page 11-45) 6) Windshield washer tank (page 11-40) 7) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-9) 8) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-14) 9) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-9) 10) Radiator cap (page 11-14) 11) Air cleaner element (page 11-17)
Maintenance and service Engine oil & Checking the oil level NOTE Check the engine oil level at each fuel stop. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine. . The engine oil consumption rate is not stabilized, and therefore cannot be determined until the vehicle has traveled at least several thousand miles (kilometers).
11-10 Maintenance and service properly. pipe, be sure to wipe it off. If you check the oil level just after stopping the engine, wait a few minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan before checking the level. Just after driving or while the engine is warm, the engine oil level reading may be in a range between the upper level and the notch mark. This is caused by thermal expansion of the engine oil.
Maintenance and service Oil filter color Part number Amount of rotation Black 15208AA100 1 rotation Blue 15208AA12A 7/8 rotation CAUTION Non-turbo models 7. Remove the oil filter with an oil filter wrench. 8. Before installing a new oil filter, apply a thin coat of engine oil to the seal. 9. Clean the rubber seal seating area of the bottom of engine and install the oil filter by hand turning. Be careful not to twist or damage the seal. 10.
11-12 Maintenance and service & Recommended grade and viscosity capabilities Oil grade: ILSAC GF-4, which can be identified with the ILSAC Certification Mark (Starburst Mark) or API classification SM with the words “ENERGY CONSERVING” These recommended oil grades can be identified by looking for either or both of the following marks displayed on the oil container.
Maintenance and service & Recommended grade and viscosity under severe driving conditions If the vehicle is used in desert areas, in areas with very high temperatures, or is used for heavy-duty applications, use of oil with the following grade and viscosities is recommended. API classification SM (or SL): SAE viscosity No.: 30, 40, 10W-50, 20W-40, 20W-50 & Synthetic oil You can use synthetic engine oil that meets the same requirements given for conventional engine oil.
11-14 Maintenance and service & Engine coolant ! Checking the coolant level WARNING Never attempt to remove the radiator cap until the engine has been shut off and has cooled down completely. Since the coolant is under pressure, you may suffer serious burns from a spray of boiling hot coolant when the cap is removed. of the reservoir while the engine is cool. 2. If the level is close to or lower than the “LOW” level mark, add coolant up to the “FULL” level mark.
Maintenance and service and genuine SUBARU cooling system conditioner whenever the coolant is replaced. Change the engine coolant and add genuine SUBARU cooling system conditioner using the following procedures according to the maintenance schedule. 1. Remove the under cover. 11-15 tabs) on the coolant tank on top of the engine. 4. Install the under cover. Turbo models 1) Fill up to this level Non-turbo models 1) Fill up to this level 2.
11-16 Maintenance and service Guideline of coolant quantity (including coolant in reservoir tank): Non-turbo models: MT: 7.2 US qt (6.8 liters, 6.0 Imp qt) AT: 7.1 US qt (6.7 liters, 5.9 Imp qt) Turbo models except WRX STI: MT: 7.9 US qt (7.5 liters, 6.6 Imp qt) AT: 7.8 US qt (7.4 liters, 6.5 Imp qt) WRX STI: MT: 8.1 US qt (7.7 liters, 6.8 Imp qt) CAUTION . Be careful not to spill engine coolant when adding it. If coolant touches the exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire.
Maintenance and service Air cleaner element WARNING Do not operate the engine with the air cleaner element removed. The air cleaner element not only filters intake air but also stops flames if the engine backfires. If the air cleaner element is not installed when the engine backfires, you could be burned. & Replacing the air cleaner element Replace the air cleaner element according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
11-18 Maintenance and service 6. To install the air cleaner case cover, insert the three projections on the air cleaner case cover into the slits on the air cleaner case and then snap the two clips on the air cleaner case cover. ! Turbo models to the top of the air cleaner case. 1. Use a screwdriver to undo the clips on the air intake duct, then remove the air intake duct. 3. Unsnap the two clips holding the air cleaner case cover. 2. Unplug the connector that is attached 4.
Maintenance and service cover and case with a damp cloth and install a new air cleaner element. & Recommended spark plugs Spark plugs Non-turbo models: FR5AP-11 (NGK) Turbo models: SILFR6A (NGK) 6. To install the air cleaner case cover, insert the three projections on the air cleaner case cover into the slits on the air cleaner case and then snap the two clips on the air cleaner case cover. 11-19 It may be difficult to replace the spark plugs.
11-20 Maintenance and service Drive belts 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) A) Check the deflection of the drive belt and if there is any looseness, cracks, wear or unusual noise on front side belt we recommend that you contact your SUBARU dealer. Continuing to use the vehicle with the belt outside of the specification may cause the engine to malfunction and the above components to malfunction.
Maintenance and service Check the oil level monthly. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and stop the engine. 2. Pull out the level gauge, wipe it clean, and insert it again. 11-21 CAUTION Be careful not to spill manual transmission oil when adding it. If oil touches the exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If oil gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off. NOTE There is no transmission oil level gauge for WRX STI.
11-22 Maintenance and service 4. Pull out the level gauge and check the fluid level on the gauge. If it is below the lower level on the “HOT” range, add the recommended automatic transmission fluid up to the upper level. Automatic transmission fluid & Checking the fluid level The automatic transmission fluid expands largely as its temperature rises; the fluid level differs according to fluid temperature.
Maintenance and service & Recommended fluid Use one of the following types of automatic transmission fluid. SUBARU ATF Type-HP IDEMITSU ATF HP 11-23 Front differential gear oil (AT vehicles) & Checking the oil level NOTE For optimum transmission performance, only use the automatic transmission fluid that is recommended and provided by SUBARU. If the recommended automatic transmission fluid is unavailable, Dexron III may be temporarily used.
11-24 Maintenance and service & Recommended grade and viscosity Each oil manufacturer has its own base oils and additives. Never use different brands together. Rear differential gear oil & Checking the gear oil level Oil grade: API classification GL-5 SAE viscosity No. and applicable temperature Except WRX STI 1) Filler hole 2) Drain hole 3) Oil level Remove the plug from the filler hole and check the oil level. The oil level should be kept even with the bottom of the filler hole.
Maintenance and service filler hole. If the oil level is below the bottom edge of the hole, add oil through the filler hole to raise the level. CAUTION . Be careful not to spill rear differential gear oil when adding it. If rear differential gear oil touches the exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If rear differential gear oil gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off. . If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there may be an oil leak.
11-26 Maintenance and service Power steering fluid WARNING & Checking the fluid level Be careful not to burn yourself because the fluid may be hot. CAUTION The power steering fluid expands greatly as its temperature rises; the fluid level differs according to fluid temperature. Therefore, the reservoir tank has two different checking ranges for hot and cold fluids. Check the power steering fluid level monthly. 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and stop the engine. 2.
Maintenance and service & Recommended fluid Use one of the following types of automatic transmission fluid. SUBARU ATF Type-HP “Dexron III” Type Automatic Transmission Fluid Brake fluid & Checking the fluid level 11-27 clean water. For safety, when performing this work, wearing eye protection is advisable. . Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air. Any absorbed moisture can cause a dangerous loss of braking performance. . If the vehicle requires frequent refilling, there may be a leak.
11-28 Maintenance and service cause a bad smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If brake fluid gets on the exhaust pipe, be sure to wipe it off. Clutch fluid (MT vehicles) & Checking the fluid level & Recommended brake fluid Use one of the following types of fluid. – Genuine SUBARU brake fluid – FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid 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.
Maintenance and service & Recommended clutch fluid Use one of the following types of fluid. – Genuine SUBARU brake fluid – FMVSS No. 116, fresh DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid CAUTION 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, 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.
11-30 Maintenance and service Brake pedal & Checking the brake pedal reserve distance Clutch pedal (MT vehicles) Check the brake pedal free play and reserve distance according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. Check the clutch pedal free play and reserve distance according to the maintenance schedule in the “Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”. & Checking the brake pedal free play & Checking the clutch function 1) 1) 0.02 – 0.08 in (0.5 – 2.
Maintenance and service & Checking the clutch pedal free play 1) 0.16 – 0.51 in (4.0 – 13.0 mm) Lightly depress 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 dealer. Hill start assist system (MT vehicles – if equipped) 11-31 Replacement of brake pad and lining Ensure that the Hill start assist system operates properly under the following circumstances: 1.
11-32 Maintenance and service result in the need for costly brake rotor repair or replacement. & Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings When replacing the brake pad or lining, use only genuine SUBARU parts. After replacement, the new parts must be broken in as follows: ! Brake pad and lining While maintaining a speed of 30 to 40 mph (50 to 65 km/h), step on the brake pedal lightly. Repeat this five or more times. ! Parking brake lining 1. Drive the vehicle at a speed of approximately 22 mph (35 km/h).
Maintenance and service Tires and wheels & Types of tires You should be familiar with type of tires present on your vehicle. ! All season tires All season tires are designed to provide an adequate measure of traction, handling and braking performance in year-round driving including snowy and icy road conditions. However all season tires do not offer as much traction performance as winter (snow) tires in heavy or loose snow or on icy roads.
11-34 Maintenance and service the tire pressure monitoring system may not be functioning normally. In this event, go to a SUBARU dealer to have the system inspected as soon as possible. While the vehicle is driven, friction between tires and the road surface causes the tires to warm up.
Maintenance and service rough surface, they can suffer damage that cannot be seen with the naked eye. This type of damage does not become evident until time has passed. Try not to drive over curbs, potholes or on other rough surfaces. If doing so is unavoidable, keep the vehicle’s speed down to a walking pace or less, and approach the curbs as squarely as possible. Also, make sure the tires are not pressed against the curb when you park the vehicle. .
11-36 Maintenance and service . Correct tire pressure (tread worn evenly) . Abnormally low tire pressure (tread worn at shoulders) . Abnormally high tire pressure (tread worn in center) Roadholding is good, and steering is responsive. Rolling resistance is low, so fuel consumption is also lower. Rolling resistance is high, so fuel consumption is also higher. Ride comfort is poor. Also, the tire magnifies the effects of road-surface bumps and dips, possibly resulting in vehicle damage.
Maintenance and service the tires. The resulting loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. & Wear indicators NOTE Loss of correct wheel alignment* causes the tires to wear on one side and reduces the vehicle’s running stability. Contact your SUBARU dealer if you notice abnormal tire wear. *: The suspension system is designed to hold each wheel at a certain alignment (relative to the other wheels and to the road) for optimum straight-line stability and cornering performance.
11-38 Maintenance and service the direction mark facing forward. & Tire replacement & Tire rotation The wheels and tires are important and integral parts of your vehicle’s design; they cannot be changed arbitrarily. The tires fitted as standard equipment are optimally matched to the characteristics of the vehicle and were selected to give the best possible combination of running performance, ride comfort, and service life.
Maintenance and service WARNING . All four tires must be the same in terms of manufacturer, brand (tread pattern), construction, degree of wear, speed symbol, load index and size. Mixing tires of different types, sizes or degrees of wear can result in damage to vehicle’s powertrain. Use of different types or sizes of tires can also dangerously reduce controllability and braking performance and can lead to an accident. . Use only radial tires.
11-40 Maintenance and service Windshield washer fluid Washer fluid level gauge If you spray washer fluid on the windshield but the supply of washer fluid appears to diminish, check the level of washer fluid in the tank. level gauge or the “FULL” mark on the tank. Use windshield washer fluid. If windshield washer fluid is unavailable use clean water. In areas where water freezes in winter, use an anti-freeze type windshield washer fluid. SUBARU Windshield Washer Fluid contains 58.
Maintenance and service a different concentration from the one used previously, purge the old fluid from the piping between the reservoir tank and washer nozzles by operating the washer for a certain period of time. Otherwise, if the concentration of the fluid remaining in the piping is too low for the outside temperature, it may freeze and block the nozzles. CAUTION Adjust the washer fluid concentration appropriately for the outside temperature.
11-42 Maintenance and service ! Type B 1. Raise the wiper arm off the windshield. & Windshield wiper blade rubber (type A and type B) NOTE The following illustrations show the replacement procedures of the blade rubber for a type A wiper blade assembly, however the replacement procedures are the same for a type B wiper blade assembly. 1) 1) 2) 2. If the new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines, remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and install them in the new blade rubber.
Maintenance and service with the grooves in the rubber and slide the blade rubber assembly into the metal support until it locks. 11-43 & Rear window wiper blade assembly 1. Raise the wiper arm off the rear window. 3. Pull the wiper blade assembly toward you to remove it from the wiper arm. 1) Stopper 4. Be sure to position the claws at the end of the metal support between the stoppers on the rubber as shown. If the rubber is not retained properly, the wiper blade may scratch the windshield. 2.
11-44 Maintenance and service 1. Pull out the end of the blade rubber assembly to unlock it from the plastic support. 2. Pull the blade rubber assembly out of the plastic support. 1) Metal spines 3. If the new blade rubber is not provided with two metal spines, remove the metal spines from the old blade rubber and install them in the new blade rubber. 4. Align the claws of the plastic support with the grooves in the blade rubber assembly, then slide the blade rubber assembly into place.
Maintenance and service Battery WARNING . Before beginning work on or near any battery, be sure to extinguish all cigarettes, matches, and lighters. Never expose a battery to an open flame or electric sparks. Batteries give off a gas which is highly flammable and explosive. . For safety, in case an explosion does occur, wear eye protection or shield your eyes when working near any battery. Never lean over a battery. .
11-46 Maintenance and service Fuses CAUTION Never replace a fuse with one having a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result. The fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment. The fuses are located in two fuse boxes. One is located under the instrument panel behind the fuse box cover on the driver’s seat side. To remove the cover, pull it out.
Maintenance and service corresponding fuse. If a fuse has blown, replace it. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the “LOCK” position and turn off all electrical accessories. 2. Remove the cover. 3. Determine which fuse may be blown. See the back side of each fuse box cover and refer to “Fuses and circuits” F12-6. Main fuse Installation of accessories Always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing fog lights or any other electrical equipment in your vehicle.
11-48 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs NOTE Lights from A to C are the LED (Light Emitting Diode) type. Consult your SUBARU dealer for replacement.
Maintenance and service Wattage 1) 2) Bulb No.
11-50 Maintenance and service & Headlight (except WRX STI) ! Low beam light bulbs CAUTION Halogen headlight bulbs become very hot while in use. If you touch the bulb surface with bare hands or greasy gloves, fingerprints or grease on the bulb surface will develop into hot spots, causing the bulb to break. If there are finger prints or grease on the bulb surface, wipe them away with a soft cloth moistened with alcohol. 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the secured clip of the washer tank.
Maintenance and service 11-51 7. To install the bulb to the headlight assembly, turn it clockwise until it clicks. 8. Reconnect the electrical connector. 9. Install the bulb cover. 10. Install the air intake duct with clips (right-hand side). 11. Set the washer tank to the original place and secure it by clip (left-hand side). ! High beam light bulbs Left-hand side 4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb. 2. Use a screwdriver to remove the secured clip of the washer tank.
11-52 Maintenance and service 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb. & Front turn signal light It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. & Front fog light (if equipped) It may be difficult to replace the bulbs. Have the bulbs replaced by your SUBARU dealer if necessary. & Rear combination lights ! 4-door models 4. Remove the bulb from the headlight assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 5. Replace the bulb with new one.
Maintenance and service ! 5-door models 1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the upper and lower screws that secure the rear combination light assembly. 11-53 vehicle. 1) 2) Rear side marker light Rear turn signal light 6. Put the rear combination light assembly into place while aligning the clip with the guide on the vehicle. 3. Remove the bulb socket from the rear combination light assembly by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and replace it with a new one. 5.
11-54 Maintenance and service & Back-up light (5-door) 1. Apply a flat-head screwdriver to the light cover as shown in the illustration, and pry the light cover off from the rear gate trim. 2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Pull the bulb out of the bulb socket and replace it with a new one. 4. Install the bulb socket by turning it clockwise. 5. Install the light cover on the rear gate. & License plate light 1.
Maintenance and service 11-55 ! Vehicles without moonroof and pull out the socket. 3. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 4. Install a new bulb. 5. Reinstall the license plate light cover. & Map light ! Vehicles with moonroof 2. Turn the bulb until the flat surfaces at its ends are aligned vertically. Pull the bulb straight downward to remove it. 3. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens. 1. Remove the lens by prying the edge of the lens with a flat-head screwdriver. 2.
11-56 Maintenance and service & Dome light and cargo area light the lens with a flat-head screwdriver. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 3. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the lens. & High mount stop light (4door) & Trunk light Dome light 1. Remove the cover by squeezing its sides and pulling it. 2. Pull the bulb out of the socket. 3. Install a new bulb. 4. Reinstall the cover. 1. Remove the high mount stop light cover by prying the edge with a screwdriver. 2.
