Subaru Tribeca (2014 year). Instruction - part 21

Exterior care ....................................................... 10-2

Washing............................................................. 10-2
Waxing and polishing ......................................... 10-3
Cleaning aluminum wheels ................................. 10-3

Corrosion protection.......................................... 10-4

Most common causes of corrosion ..................... 10-4
To help prevent corrosion................................... 10-4

Cleaning the interior..........................................

10-5

Seat fabric.........................................................

10-5

Leather seat materials........................................

10-5

Synthetic leather upholstery...............................

10-5

Climate control panel, audio panel, instrument

panel, console panel, switches, combination

meter, and other plastic surface .......................

10-5

Navigation monitor (if equipped) ........................

10-6

Appearance care

10-2

Appearance care

Exterior care

& Washing

CAUTION

. When washing the vehicle, the

brakes may get wet. As a result,

the brake stopping distance will

be longer. To dry the brakes,

drive the vehicle at a safe speed

while lightly pressing the brake

pedal to heat up the brakes.

. Do not wash the engine compart-

ment and areas adjacent to it. If

water enters the engine air in-

take, electrical parts or the power

steering fluid reservoir, it will

cause engine trouble or a mal-

function of the power steering.

. Do not use any organic solvents

when washing the surface of the

bulb assembly cover. However, if

a detergent with organic solvents

is used to wash the cover sur-

face, completely rinse off the

detergent with water. Otherwise,

the cover surface may be da-

maged.

. Since your vehicle is equipped

with a rear wiper, automatic car-

wash brushes could become

tangled around it, damaging the

wiper arm and other compo-

nents. Ask the automatic car-

wash operator not to let the

brushes touch the wiper arm or

to fix the wiper arm on the rear

window glass with adhesive tape

before operating the machine.

NOTE

When having your vehicle washed in

an automatic car wash, make sure

beforehand that the car wash is of

suitable type.
The best way to preserve your vehicle’s

beauty is frequent washing. Wash the

vehicle at least once a month to avoid

contamination by road grime.

Wash dirt off with a wet sponge and plenty

of lukewarm or cold water. Do not wash

the vehicle with hot water and in direct

sunlight.

Salt, chemicals, insects, tar, soot, tree

sap, and bird droppings should be washed

off by using a light detergent, as required.

If you use a light detergent, make certain

that it is a neutral detergent. Do not use

strong soap or chemical detergents. All

cleaning agents should be promptly

flushed from the surface and not allowed

to dry there. Rinse the vehicle thoroughly

with plenty of lukewarm water. Wipe the

remaining water off with a chamois or soft

cloth.

! Washing the underbody
Chemicals, salts and gravel used for

deicing road surfaces are extremely cor-

rosive, accelerating the corrosion of un-

derbody components, such as the exhaust

system, fuel and brake lines, brake

cables, floor pan and fenders, and sus-

pension.
Thoroughly flush the underbody and in-

side of the fenders with lukewarm or cold

water at frequent intervals to reduce the

harmful effects of such agents.

Mud and sand adhering to the underbody

components may accelerate their corro-

sion.
After driving off-road or muddy or sandy

roads, wash the mud and sand off the

underbody.
Carefully flush the suspension and axle

parts, as they are particularly prone to

mud and sand buildup. Do not use a

sharp-edged tool to remove caked mud.

NOTE

Be careful not to damage brake hoses,

sensor harnesses, and other parts

when washing suspension compo-

nents.

! Using a warm water washer
. Keep a good distance of 12 in (30 cm)

or more between the washer nozzle and

the vehicle.
. Do not wash the same area continu-

ously.
. If a stain will not come out easily, wash

by hand. Some warm water washers are

of the high temperature, high pressure

type, and they can damage or deform the

resin parts such as mouldings, or cause

water to leak into the vehicle.

& Waxing and polishing

Always wash and dry the vehicle before

waxing and polishing.
Use a good quality polish and wax and

apply them according to the manufac-

turer’s instructions. Wax or polish when

the painted surface is cool.

Be sure to polish and wax the chrome trim,

as well as the painted surfaces. Loss of

wax on a painted surface leads to loss of

the original luster and also quickens the

deterioration of the surface. It is recom-

mended that a coat of wax be applied at

least once a month, or whenever the

surface no longer repels water.

If the appearance of the paint has dimin-

ished to the point where the luster or tone

cannot be restored, lightly polish the

surface with a fine-grained compound.

Never polish just the affected area, but

include the surrounding area as well.

Always polish in only one direction. A

No. 2000 grain compound is recom-

mended. Never use a coarse-grained

compound. Coarser grained compounds

have a smaller grain-size number and

could damage the paint. After polishing

with a compound, coat with wax to restore

the original luster. Frequent polishing with

a compound or an incorrect polishing

technique will result in removing the paint

layer and exposing the undercoat. When

in doubt, it is always best to contact your

SUBARU dealer or an auto paint specia-

list.

CAUTION

Do not use any agents with organic

solvents on the surface of the bulb

assembly cover. However, if a polish

or wax with organic solvents is

applied to the cover surface, com-

pletely wipe off the polish or wax.

Otherwise, the cover surface may be

damaged.

NOTE

Be careful not to block the windshield

washer nozzles with wax when waxing

the vehicle.

& Cleaning aluminum wheels

. Promptly wipe the aluminum wheels

clean of any kind of grime or agent. If dirt

is left on too long, it may be difficult to

clean off.
. Do not use soap containing grit to

clean the wheels. Be sure to use a neutral

cleaning agent, and later rinse thoroughly

with water. Do not clean the wheels with a

stiff brush or expose them to a high-speed

washing device.
. Clean the vehicle (including the alumi-

num wheels) with water as soon as

possible when it has been splashed with

sea water, exposed to sea breezes, or

driven on roads treated with salt or other

agents.

Appearance care

10-3

10-4

Appearance care

Corrosion protection

Your SUBARU has been designed and

built to resist corrosion. Special materials

and protective finishes have been used on

most parts of the vehicle to help maintain

fine appearance, strength, and reliable

operation.

& Most common causes of

corrosion

The most common causes of corrosion

are:
1. The accumulation of moisture retain-

ing dirt and debris in body panel sections,

cavities, and other areas.
2. Damage to paint and other protective

coatings caused by gravel and stone

chips or minor accidents.

Corrosion is accelerated on the vehicle

when:
1. It is exposed to road salt or dust

control chemicals, or used in coastal

areas where there is more salt in the air,

or in areas where there is considerable

industrial pollution.
2. It is driven in areas of high humidity,

especially when temperatures range just

above freezing.
3. Dampness in certain parts of the

vehicle remains for a long time, even

though other parts of the vehicle may be

dry.
4. High temperatures will cause corro-

sion to parts of the vehicle which cannot

dry quickly due to lack of proper ventila-

tion.

& To help prevent corrosion

Wash the vehicle regularly to prevent

corrosion of the body and suspension

components. Also, wash the vehicle

promptly after driving on any of the

following surfaces.
. roads that have been salted to prevent

them from freezing in winter
. mud, sand, or gravel
. coastal roads

After the winter has ended, it is recom-

mended that the underbody be given a

very thorough washing.

Before the beginning of winter, check the

condition of underbody components, such

as the exhaust system, fuel and brake

lines, brake cables, suspension, steering

system, floor pan, and fenders. If any of

them are found to be rusted, they should

be given an appropriate rust prevention

treatment or should be replaced. Contact

your SUBARU dealer to perform this kind

of maintenance and treatment if you need

assistance.

Repair chips and scratches in the paint as

soon as you find them.

Check the interior of the vehicle for water

and dirt accumulation under the floor mats

because that could cause corrosion.

Occasionally check under the mats to

make sure the area is dry.

Keep your garage dry. Do not park your

vehicle in a damp, poorly ventilated

garage. In such a garage, corrosion can

be caused by dampness. If you wash the

vehicle in the garage or put the vehicle

into the garage when wet or covered with

snow, that can cause dampness.

If your vehicle is operated in cold weather

and/or in areas where road salts and other

corrosive materials are used, the door

hinges and locks, and hood latch should

be inspected and lubricated periodically.

Cleaning the interior

Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate

control panel, audio equipment, instru-

ment panel, center console, combination

meter panel, and switches. (Do not use

organic solvents.)

& Seat fabric

Remove loose dirt, dust or debris with a

vacuum cleaner. If the dirt is caked on the

fabric or hard to remove with a vacuum

cleaner, use a soft blush then vacuum it.
Wipe the fabric surface with a tightly

wrung cloth and dry the seat fabric

thoroughly. If the fabric is still dirty, wipe

using a solution of mild soap and luke-

warm water then dry thoroughly.

If the stain does not come out, try a

commercially available fabric cleaner. Use

the cleaner on a hidden place and make

sure it does not affect the fabric adversely.

Use the cleaner according to its instruc-

tions.

NOTE

When cleaning the seat, do not use

benzine, paint thinner, or any similar

materials.

& Leather seat materials

The leather used by SUBARU is a high

quality natural product which will retain its

distinctive appearance and feel for many

years with proper care.
Allowing dust or road dirt to build up on the

surface can cause the material to become

brittle and to wear prematurely. Regular

cleaning with a soft, moist, natural fiber

cloth should be performed monthly, taking

care not to soak the leather or allow water

to penetrate the stitched seams.
A mild detergent suitable for cleaning

woolen fabrics may be used to remove

difficult dirt spots, rubbing with a soft, dry

cloth afterwards to restore the luster. If

your SUBARU is to be parked for a long

time in bright sunlight, it is recommended

that the seats and headrests be covered,

or the windows shaded, to prevent fading

or shrinkage.
Minor surface blemishes or bald patches

may be treated with a commercial leather

spray lacquer. You will discover that each

leather seat section will develop soft folds

or wrinkles, which is characteristic of

genuine leather.

& Synthetic leather upholstery

The synthetic leather material used on the

SUBARU may be cleaned using mild soap

or detergent and water, after first vacuum-

ing or brushing away loose dirt. Allow the

soap to soak in for a few minutes and wipe

off with a clean, damp cloth. Commercial

foam-type cleaners suitable for synthetic

leather materials may be used when

necessary.

NOTE

Strong cleaning agents such as sol-

vents, paint thinners, window cleaner

or gasoline must never be used on

leather or synthetic interior materials.

& Climate control panel, audio

panel, instrument panel,

console panel, switches,

combination meter, and other

plastic surface

Use a soft, damp cloth to clean the climate

control panel, audio equipment, instru-

ment panel, center console, combination

meter panel, and switches.

CAUTION

. Do not use organic solvents such

as paint thinners or fuel, or

strong cleaning agents that con-

tain those solvents.

. Do not use chemical solvents

Appearance care

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10-6

Appearance care

that contain silicone on the vehi-

cle audio system, electrical com-

ponents of the air-conditioner or

any switches. If silicone adheres

to these parts, it may cause

damage to electrical compo-

nents.

& Navigation monitor (if

equipped)

To clean the navigation monitor, wipe it

with a silicone cloth or with a soft cloth. If

the navigation monitor is extremely dirty,

clean it with a soft cloth moistened with

neutral detergent then carefully wipe off

any remaining detergent.

NOTE

. Do not spray neutral detergent di-

rectly onto the monitor. Doing so could

damage the monitor’s components.

. Do not wipe the monitor with a hard

cloth. Doing so could scratch the

monitor.
. Do not use cleaning fluid that con-

tains thinner, gasoline, or any other

volatile substance. Such cleaning fluid

could erase the lettering on the

switches at the bottom of the monitor.

Maintenance schedule ....................................... 11-3
Maintenance precautions................................... 11-3

Before checking or servicing in the engine

compartment....................................................

11-4

When you do checking or servicing in the engine

compartment while the engine is running..........

11-4

Engine hood ....................................................... 11-4
Engine compartment overview.......................... 11-6
Engine oil............................................................ 11-7

Checking the oil level .........................................

11-7

Changing the oil and oil filter..............................

11-8

Recommended grade and viscosity ....................

11-9

Synthetic oil.......................................................

11-9

Cooling system ................................................ 11-10

Hose and connections......................................

11-10

Engine coolant .................................................

11-11

Air cleaner element .......................................... 11-12

Replacing the air cleaner element .....................

11-12

Spark plugs ...................................................... 11-13

Recommended spark plugs ..............................

11-13

Drive belts ........................................................ 11-13
Automatic transmission fluid .......................... 11-14

Checking the fluid level ....................................

11-14

Recommended fluid .........................................

11-15

Front differential gear oil ................................. 11-15

Checking the oil level .......................................

11-15

Recommended grade and viscosity ..................

11-16

Rear differential gear oil .................................. 11-16

Recommended grade and viscosity ..................

11-16

Power steering fluid ........................................

11-16

Checking the fluid level....................................

11-16

Recommended fluid .........................................

11-17

Brake fluid........................................................

11-17

Checking the fluid level....................................

11-17

Recommended brake fluid ...............................

11-18

Brake booster ..................................................

11-18

Brake pedal ......................................................

11-19

Checking the brake pedal free play ..................

11-19

Checking the brake pedal reserve distance.......

11-19

Replacement of brake pad and lining ............

11-19

Breaking-in of new brake pads and linings .......

11-20

Parking brake stroke .......................................

11-20

Tires and wheels..............................................

11-21

Types of tires...................................................

11-21

Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) ..........

11-21

Tire inspection.................................................

11-22

Tire pressures and wear ..................................

11-23

Wheel balance .................................................

11-25

Wear indicators ...............................................

11-25

Tire rotation direction mark ..............................

11-25

Tire rotation.....................................................

11-26

Tire replacement..............................................

11-26

Wheel replacement ..........................................

11-27

Aluminum wheels ............................................

11-27

Windshield washer fluid..................................

11-28

Replacement of wiper blades .........................

11-29

Windshield wiper blade assembly.....................

11-30

Windshield wiper blade rubber .........................

11-30

Rear window wiper blade assembly..................

11-31

Maintenance and service

Rear window wiper blade rubber.......................

11-31

Battery............................................................... 11-33
Fuses ................................................................ 11-34
Main fuse .......................................................... 11-35
Installation of accessories............................... 11-36
Replacing bulbs ............................................... 11-36

Headlights (models with HID headlights) ...........

11-36

Headlights (models without HID headlights) ......

11-36

Parking light (right-hand side)...........................

11-38

Front turn signal light (right-hand side) .............

11-39

Front fog light..................................................

11-39

Rear combination lights ...................................

11-39

Backup light/Tail light ......................................

11-40

Rear gate light .................................................

11-41

License plate light ...........................................

11-41

Dome light.......................................................

11-42

Map light .........................................................

11-43

Vanity mirror light ............................................

11-43

Door step light.................................................

11-43

Cargo area light...............................................

11-44

Maintenance schedule

The scheduled maintenance items re-

quired to be serviced at regular intervals

are shown in the “Warranty and Main-

tenance Booklet”.
For details of your maintenance schedule,

read the separate “Warranty and Main-

tenance Booklet”.

Maintenance precautions

When maintenance and service are re-

quired, it is recommended that all work be

done by an authorized SUBARU dealer.

If you perform maintenance and service

by yourself, you should familiarize yourself

with the information provided in this

section on general maintenance and

service for your SUBARU.

Incorrect or incomplete service could

cause improper or unsafe vehicle opera-

tion. Any problems caused by improper

maintenance and service performed by

you are not eligible for warranty coverage.

WARNING

. Testing of an All-Wheel Drive

model must NEVER be per-

formed on a single two-wheel

dynamometer or similar appara-

tus. Attempting to do so will

result in transmission damage

and in uncontrolled vehicle

movement and may cause an

accident or injuries to persons

nearby.

. Always select a safe area when

performing maintenance on your

vehicle.

. Always be very careful to avoid

injury when working on the vehi-

cle. Remember that some of the

materials in the vehicle may be

hazardous if improperly used or

handled, for example, battery

acid.

. Your vehicle should only be ser-

viced by persons fully competent

to do so. Serious personal injury

may result to persons not experi-

enced in servicing vehicles.

. Always use the proper tools and

make certain that they are well

maintained.

. Never get under the vehicle sup-

ported only by a jack. Always use

a safety stands to support the

vehicle.

. Never keep the engine running in

a poorly ventilated area, such as

a garage or other closed areas.

. Do not smoke or allow open

flames around the fuel or battery.

This will cause a fire.

. Because the fuel system is under

pressure, replacement of the fuel

filter should be performed only

by your SUBARU dealer.

. Wear adequate eye protection to

Maintenance and service

11-3

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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 seat-

belt pretensioner system, or at-

tempt to take its connectors

apart, as that may activate the

system or it can render it inop-

erative. NEVER use a circuit

tester for these wiring. If your

SRS airbag or seatbelt preten-

sioner needs service, consult

your nearest SUBARU dealer.

& Before checking or servicing

in the engine compartment

WARNING

. Always stop the engine and set

the parking brake firmly to pre-

vent the vehicle from moving.

. Always let the engine cool down.

Engine parts become very hot

when the engine is running and

remain hot for some time after

the engine is stopped.

. Do not spill engine oil, engine

coolant, brake fluid or any other

fluid on hot engine components.

This may cause a fire.

. Always remove the key from the

ignition switch. When the ignition

switch is in the “ON” position,

the cooling fan may operate

suddenly even when the engine

is stopped.

& When you do checking or

servicing in the engine com-

partment while the engine is

running

WARNING

A running engine can be dangerous.

Keep your fingers, hands, clothing,

hair and tools away from the cooling

fan, belts and any other moving

engine parts. Removing rings,

watches and ties is advisable.

Engine hood

To open the hood:
1. If the wiper blades are lifted off the

windshield, return them to their original

positions.
2. Pull the hood release knob under the

instrument panel.

3. Release the secondary hood release

located under the front grille by moving the

lever toward the left.
4. Lift up the hood.

To close the hood:
1. Lower the hood to a point approxi-

mately 20 in (50 cm) from the closed

position and then give the hood a strong

push down to make it drop.
2. After closing the hood, be sure the

hood is securely locked.

If this does not close the hood, release it

from a slightly higher position. Do not push

the hood forcibly to close it. It could

deform the metal.

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 in-

jury.

CAUTION

When closing the hood, be careful

not to pinch your or other person’s

hands or anything else in the hood.

Maintenance and service

11-5

11-6

Maintenance and service

Engine compartment overview

Air cleaner element (page 11-12)

Power steering fluid reservoir

(page 11-16)

Differential gear oil level gauge

(page 11-15)

Automatic transmission fluid level gauge

(page 11-14)

Brake fluid reservoir (page 11-17)

Fuse box (page 11-34)

Battery (page 11-33)

Windshield washer tank (page 11-28)

Radiator cap (page 11-11)

10) Engine oil filler cap (page 11-7)
11) Engine coolant reservoir (page 11-11)
12) Engine oil level gauge (page 11-7)

Engine oil

NOTE

. The engine oil consumption rate is

not stabilized, and therefore cannot be

determined until the vehicle has tra-

veled at least several thousand miles

(kilometers). Even after break-in, when

the vehicle is used under severe driv-

ing conditions such as those men-

tioned in the “Warranty and Mainte-

nance Booklet”, engine oil is con-

sumed or deteriorated more quickly

than under normal driving conditions.

If you drive your vehicle under these

severe conditions, you should check

the oil level at least at every second

fuel fill-up time, and change the oil

more frequently. Please refer to the
“Warranty and Maintenance Booklet”

for more details.
. If the oil consumption rate seems

abnormally high after the break-in

period, for example more than 1 quart

per 1,200 miles or 1 liter per 2,000

kilometers, we recommend that you

contact your SUBARU dealer.

& Checking the oil level

Check the engine oil level at each fuel

stop.
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.
3. Be sure the level gauge is correctly

inserted until it stops with the graphic

symbol “

” on its top appearing as

shown in the illustration.

Full level

Low level

Approximately 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter, 0.9

Imp qt) from the low level to the full level

4. Pull out the level gauge again and

check the oil level on it. If it is below the

low level (L), add oil to bring the level up to

the full level (F).

CAUTION

. Use only engine oil with the

recommended grade and vis-

cosity.

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11-8

Maintenance and service

. Be careful not to spill engine oil

when adding it. If oil touches the

exhaust pipe, it may cause a bad

smell, smoke, and/or a fire. If

engine oil gets on the exhaust

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.
To prevent overfilling the engine oil, do not

add any additional oil above the full level

when the engine is cold.

& Changing the oil and oil filter

CAUTION

. If you change your own oil, be

sure to drain all the oil from the

filter before disposal.

. Do not dispose of used engine oil

by placing it in the trash, or by

pouring it onto the ground, into

sewers, or into any body of water.

Check with your local govern-

ment office for the proper dis-

posal options available to you.

Change the oil and oil filter according to

the maintenance schedule in the “War-

ranty and Maintenance Booklet”.
The engine oil and oil filter must be

changed more frequently than listed in

the maintenance schedule when driving

on dusty roads, when short trips are

frequently made, or when driving in

extremely cold weather.

1. Warm up the engine by letting the

engine idle for approximately 10 minutes

to ease draining the engine oil.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and

stop the engine.
3. Remove the oil filler cap.

4. Drain out the engine oil by removing

the drain plug while the engine is still

warm. The used oil should be drained into

an appropriate container and disposed of

properly.

WARNING

Be careful not to burn yourself with

hot engine oil.

5. Wipe the seating surface of the drain

plug with a clean cloth and tighten it

securely with a new sealing washer after

the oil has completely drained out.

6. Open the access cover by removing

the five clips and turning the access cover

counterclockwise. The oil filter will be

exposed.

7. Remove the oil filter with an oil filter

wrench.
8. 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.
9. Tighten the oil filter by the amount

indicated in the following table after the

seal makes contact with the bottom of

engine.

Oil filter color

Part number

Amount of ro-

tation

Black

15208AA031

3/4 rotation

CAUTION

. Never over tighten the oil filter

because that can result in an oil

leak.

. Thoroughly wipe off any engine

oil that has spilled over the

exhaust pipe and/or under-cover.

If left unremoved, the oil could

catch fire.

10. Reinstall the cover under the oil filter.
11. Pour engine oil through the filler neck.
For the oil capacity guideline, refer to
“Engine oil” F12-4. The necessary quan-

tity of oil depends on the quantity of oil that

has been drained. The quantity of drained

oil differs slightly depending on the tem-

perature of the oil and the time the oil is

left flowing out. After refilling the engine

with oil, therefore, you must use the level

gauge to confirm that the level is correct.
12. Start the engine and make sure that no

oil leaks appear around the filter’s rubber

seal and drain plug.
13. Run the engine until it reaches the

normal operating temperature. Then stop

the engine and wait a few minutes to allow

the oil drain back. Check the oil level

again and if necessary, add more engine

oil.

& Recommended grade and

viscosity

CAUTION

Use only engine oil with the recom-

mended grade and viscosity.

Refer to “Engine oil” F12-4.

NOTE

Engine oil viscosity (thickness) affects

fuel economy. Oils of lower viscosity

provide better fuel economy. However,

in hot weather, oil of higher viscosity is

required to properly lubricate the en-

gine.

& Synthetic oil

You should use synthetic engine oil that

meets the same requirements given for

conventional engine oil. When using

synthetic oil, you must use oil of the same

classification, viscosity and grade shown

in this Owner’s Manual. Refer to “Engine

oil” F12-4. Also, you must follow the oil

and filter changing intervals shown in the

Warranty and Maintenance booklet.

NOTE

Synthetic oil of the grade and viscosity

noted in chapter 12 is the recom-

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mended engine oil for optimum engine

performance. Conventional oil may be

used if synthetic oil is unavailable.

Cooling system

WARNING

Never attempt to remove the radia-

tor 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 boil-

ing hot coolant when the cap is

removed.

CAUTION

. Vehicles are filled at the factory

with SUBARU Super Coolant that

does not require the first change

for 11 years/137,500 miles (11

years/220,000 km). This coolant

should not be mixed with any

other brand or type of coolant

during this period. Mixing with a

different coolant will reduce the

life of the coolant. Should it be

necessary to top off the coolant

f o r a n y r e a s o n , u s e o n l y

SUBARU Super Coolant.
If the SUBARU Super Coolant is

diluted with another brand or

type, the maintenance interval is

shortened to that of the mixing

coolant.

. Do not splash the engine coolant

over painted parts. The alcohol

contained in the engine coolant

may damage the paint surface.

& Hose and connections

Your vehicle employs an electric cooling

fan which is thermostatically controlled to

operate when the engine coolant reaches

a specific temperature.
If the radiator cooling fan does not operate

even when the engine coolant tempera-

ture gauge exceeds the normal operating

range, the cooling fan circuit may be

defective. Check the fuse and replace it

if necessary. If the fuse is not blown, have

the cooling system checked by your

SUBARU dealer.

If frequent addition of coolant is neces-

sary, there may be a leak in the engine

cooling system. It is recommended that

the cooling system and connections be

checked for leaks, damage, or looseness.

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